The Mamiya Proforce V2 and True Temper HZRDUS are both lightweight shafts from reputable companies. Although they share many similar features, there are some important differences. So, how do these two shafts compare?
The Proforce V2 line has four shafts, both wood and a hybrid, with medium-high flight. HZRDUS offers 13 different shafts with low-medium flight, including a graphite shaft. The Proforce V2 accommodates a wider range of swing speeds, while HZRDUS only supports speeds of 84-105 mph (37.5-46.9 m/s).
This article will examine the differences between the Proforce V2 and HZRDUS shafts.
Summary of Features
Let’s take a look at the features of the Proforce V2 and HZRDUS
| Proforce V2 | HZRDUS | |
| Models | 4 shafts | 13 shafts |
| Flight | Medium- High | Low- Medium |
| Swing Speed | All swing speeds | 84-105 mph (37.5- 46.9 m/s) |
| Price | more affordable | more expensive |
Current Models
The Proforce V2 line includes four shafts: three woods and one hybrid.
The Proforce V2 wood shafts include the following.
- Proforce V2
- Proforce V2 HL (High Launch)
- Proforce V2 Black Wood
The hybrid shaft is the Proforce V2 Hybrid.
HZRDUS has a more extensive line of 13 shafts: one graphite, seven woods, and five hybrids. The HZRDUS Gen 4 Silver IR/HY Shaft is the graphite shaft.
The HZRDUS woods are as follows.
- Gen 4 Black
- Gen 4 Silver
- Gen 4 Red
- Smoke Black
- Smoke Green
- Smoke Blue
- Smoke Red
- Smoke Green
The HZRDUS hybrids include the following.
- Gen 4 Silver IR/HY
- Gen 4 Red Lightweight
- Gen 4 Black Hybrid
- Smoke Black RDX
Flight
There is a big difference in the flight, or trajectory, between the Proforce V2 and the HZRDUS shafts. HZRDUS focuses on stiffer shafts that cater to powerful swings, making all their shafts fall in the low or medium trajectory range.
The Proforce V2, on the other hand, has a wide range of flex available, which makes their shafts all mostly medium trajectory. The Proforce V2 HL, or High Launch, can achieve a high launch because of its softer flex.
Swing Speed
Flex can be challenging to compare the Proforce V2 shafts and the HZRDUS shafts because they use different scales. It is easier to compare the best swing speeds for each shaft.
I used this chart from GOLF magazine and this frequency range conversion article from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette to find the swing speeds for each line. These numbers reflect the entire line of shafts. Not all shafts are available in every flex.
The Proforce V2 offers every flex from Ladies to Extra Rigid to accommodate every swing speed.
The HZRDUS shaft comes in 4-6.5 CPM, which places it in the upper range of Senior Flex to Stiff Flex. The best swing speeds for a HZRDUS shaft are between 84 and 105 mph (37.5-46.9 m/s).
Price
Proforce V2 is the more affordable of the lines. HZRDUS is a premium brand that uses high-quality materials for long-lasting shafts. Some HZRDUS shafts are over three times the price of Proforce V2 shafts.
That’s not to say that the Proforce V2 is a poor-quality product. It comes down to how much you are comfortable spending.
Conclusion
There are a few differences between the Proforce V2 and HZRDUS lines that can help you determine which shaft is best for you.
The Proforce V2 is best for you if your swing speed is < 84 mph (37.5 m/s) or > 105 mph (46.9 m/s) and you need a high-trajectory shaft. The HZRDUS is best for you if you want more options, prefer a low-trajectory graphite shaft, and are willing to pay a premium price for a quality product.