Long shots have less backspin, which makes them prone to hooking and slicing. Recovering from hooks and slices can waste valuable strokes. Use more lofted clubs like irons 4 through 9, which allow you to hit shorter, more accurate shots with more backspin and to stay on course. Playing this way may not be very daring, but your scores have a good chance of improving. Graphite shafts are common in drivers when flex and control are most important.
Steel is more common in irons and wedges.
Playing with some of each won't throw off your game, as long as the difference in shaft flexibility isn't significant. Replace your grips at least every year more often if you play more than twice a week, less often if you play less than once a week. In general, don't go more than two seasons without changing grips. Inc. All Rights Reserved. Send us your Feedback .