True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

The True Temper Elevate 95 and 105 are two highly compared shafts. While they are from the same product line, they do have their differences. I compared these two shafts based on a variety of factors. Depending on what your needs are, either one of these may be better for you.

Flex: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

Flex is typically the most discussed spec in a shaft. There are a few different types of flex that a shaft can have: ladies, senior, regular, stiff and extra stiff (increasing in stiffness in that order). Depending on what type of shaft you are looking at, it may have one or more options.

The Elevate 105 has an additional option of X-Stiff or Extra Stiff. Extra Stiff shafts are much harder to bend during your swing. Generally speaking, they are designed for players who have higher swing speeds. Players who have higher swing speeds tend to bend the shaft a bit more, which can cause inaccurate shots. So the Extra Stiff shaft is designed to accommodate for that.

Weight: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

In terms of weight, the Elevate 95 is about 12 grams to 16 grams heavier than the Elevate 105. This is actually a pretty substantial difference between the two. There are pros and cons to each of these. A lighter shaft means that you will be able to generate more swing speed, thus more distance. However, due to its lighter weight, it’s a bit easier to swing off the ideal swing path. In other words, it’s easier to influence.

A heavier shaft on the other hand provides the exact opposite. Generally, a heavier shaft means less swing speed, which means less distance. But, due to its increased weight, it is easier to keep straight. In other words, it is much more difficult to stray off of the typical swing path. So you will likely be more accurate with a heavier shaft.

Length: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

Both of these shafts have a big difference in length. The Elevate 95 ranges from 36.5 inches to 40.5 inches. The Elevate 105 is 41 inches long. This means that there is a difference range of 0.5 to 4.5 inches. This range can impact your game very heavily if you do not have the right one. For most golfers, a shorter shaft is better. It is easier to adapt to a shorter shaft vs a longer shaft.

One thing about the length of the shaft is that with the Elevate 95 you have a few options to pick from. With the Elevate 105, you are stuck with that one option. Depending on which you prefer, you are likely going to have more suitable options with the Elevate 95.

Spin: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

One of the more subtle factors of picking between a golf shaft is spin. Spin is essentially a measurement of how much backspin the shaft will help generate. There are five categorizations of Spin: Low, mid low, mid, mid high, and high. The more spin a shaft has, the more lift you’ll get out of the ball.

When comparing these two shafts, there is a difference.  The Elevate 95 has a high spin whereas the Elevate 105 has a mid high spin. This means that you are going to get more height but less distance out of the Elevate 95 and you will get more distance but less height out of the Elevate 105, based on spin.

Depending on how your shots normally travel, either one of these shafts could help your game.

Launch: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

The launch spec is pretty self-explanatory; it is essentially the angle at which the shaft angles the ball. Both of these shafts have a high launch angle. Which means that they both angle the ball in a very similar way. Independent of all other factors, they give the ball the same angle.

Compatibility: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

Something to note before picking one of these shafts is that the elevate 95 is compatible for both tapered and parallel irons. The elevate 105 is only compatible with parallel irons. 

If you are someone who uses tapered irons, then the elevate 95 is a better option for you. But if you typically use power le irons, then either one of these chefs is good for you.

Legal: True Temper Elevate 95 vs Elevate 105

It’s important to know whether or not these golf shafts are considered legal by the USGA and R&A. To make sure they are legal, I checked the official golf equipment rules. According to these rules, both of these golf shafts are considered legal. This means you can use them in any casual, high-level amateur, or professional golf outing.

For reference, the USGA and R&A considered governing bodies of the golfing world. When they deem a piece of equipment as legal, then it should be considered legal by all other golf organizations.