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I'm seeking some info from people that I've tried / played the NS Pro line, in particular the 950's. I'm considering them for both irons and FW's. How do they play? Comparisons with DG's and Rifle's? My SS is 91 coupled with a smooth tempo. Also which flex (S or R) would more suitable?

Thank you all!

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Hey hey, Welcome to TSG!

I think the NS pro 950 is a great shaft for your swing speed. You could probably handle a Stiff flex at 91 or a Reg because you are in the middle. The NS pro flex's play sorta soft also. I play 850s in my wedges and 1050's in my Irons every NS pro Shaft I have tried works very well.

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I play the 950's and I love them. I have tried all others in steel and Nippon have the best feel and performance IMO to whatever is out there. I would go stiff, they do play a little soft,but they should play great for you. I have a about 98 to 100 mph and should have X flex but having the stiff has make me smoothed out my swing and I'm thrown darts. Get the shafts Highly recommended, and welcome to TSG.

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The NS Pros in stiff are the best feeling steel shafts on the market. The 950s in stiff play on the soft side yet the 1050s in stiff feel a little firmer. Given my smoother tempo and 105ish SS, stiffs work great for me.

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When you say a ss of 91 etc, this with a 5iron?

I am also considering the ns shafts and my ss is 90 for a 5 iron and 112 for driver.

I was looking at the 1050 in an X, so am I considering the wrong shaft?

Sorry to butt into this thread  :D  

Mark//

With 90 mph I would go with stiff, in a 950 or 1050. With the 950 you will get a little more feel in the head but not much. X flex would be o.k. but you will always have to bring it. I think there like a 10 to 15 gram difference in the two shafts.

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I play the 1050's in extra stiff with 1/2" over length in my irons. I have around 110 mph driver speed with a medium tempo. These have worked out perfect for me. Nippon shafts have the best feeling in the world. I will never use another shaft unless they stop selling them.

I thought the extra stiff might be too much but with the extra 1/2", it is just right. I play a stiff 1050 in my wedges for more feel and control.

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Guys! Just to make it clear, the 91 MPH figure is the driver SS. Will it change your recommendations as per proper flex in the NS 950's?

I think stiff will work fine for you. Or you could tip a regular to firm. But they do play a little softer than flex. If there is any way you could demo, I highly recommend it. I know Paul at Shreveport Golf has been sending out demo clubs (Miura CB-201's and tournament blades) over at FGI. He sells Nippon shafts. You might want to give him a try.

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Thanks love2golf.

You're right on, I should demo. Problem is, I'm located in Montréal. It is impossible. That's why I'm seeking for you guys advice before committing into this "blind date".

BTW, that would be for a reshaft on a nice set of KZG Evolutions in a gorgeous satin finish. I can't wait to reshaft and finally enjoy them (right now in UST Proforce 95 S w/jumbo Winn grips...Yark!!!)

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