February 18, 200916 yr I've got all the specs from Ozik here and they will be in the shop this weekend. In the meantime here is some info from Ozik: For 2009 Matrix is launching the new TP HD and HD series. So far the TP HD has been used by such players as Anthony Kim, Camillo Villegas and many more. Below is some basic information on the new product and information on the demo program we are currently running. SPECIFICATIONS: Matrix created new levels of structural strength and combined them with advancements in spin control. “HD” refers to the hexadecagonal (16-sided) internal platform on which the designs are built. With the stronger 16-cut butt section, Matrix engineers were able to better structure and strengthen the tip section without adding overall weight and, at time, even lowering balance points to better match today’s high MOI, low CG heads. The result is a stronger tip-strength-to-weight ratio than found with any previous Matrix OZIK. The internal HD structure can be made more consistently uniform than a circular deign, further reducing the need for specific orientation during installation. In terms of performance, players should look forward to flatter, more piercing Tour-type ball flights and a more stable feeling than they have ever experienced with a Matrix OZIK shaft. CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS: TP HD: 16-Cut Hexadecagon Internal Structure (patent pending) 20 Individual material layers 18 High Modulus graphite layers 1 Full length layer of Japanese Ballistic Zylon 7” of Matrix-wound 24ton, 50 count Boron fiber Strategically placed section of 1K woven fiber HD: 16-Cut Hexadecagon Internal Structure (patent pending) 20 Individual material layers 6 Unique Fiber types Strategically placed section of 1K woven fiber They also added a lightweight Xcon 4 for those wanting ultra light Xcon performance!
February 18, 200916 yr Thanks Gocchin! So how do these new shafts compare to the F7/8M2 LTD shafts in terms of spin? I looked on a site who sells both as well as the new HD series and the F7/8M2 regular and LTD version's were $150 more than the HD's. Any idea? Thanks.
February 26, 200915 yr T, Any info on the shaft profile of the HD5 vs. the XCON5? Hi B, Lower launch, stiffer tip and a bit more spin. Slightly more torque looks like it could translate into more feel and kick.
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