Aldila RIP Shaft Review
Overview/Technology-
Our first official golf shaft review of 2010' promises to be one of the most popular shafts of the year. The Aldila RIP started out with a debut in test mode at the John Deere Classic in July of 2009' and proved to be a pivotal marketing point for the shaft. The RIP ripped a course-record low of 61. And then, Heath Slocum followed up in August using the Aldila RIP in his driver to stun the top players in the world capturing a one-shot victory at The Barclays. Steve Stricker, Geoff Ogilvy, Ross Fisher have all either played or tested the RIP shaft. And to top it off, the RIP placed 1st and 2nd at the recent SBS Championship.
The Aldila RIP is a lower torque shaft with a stiff tip providing the better player a stable shaft. Built for stability, reduced spin rate and an optimal trajectory, the RIP is ripe for the pickin' come 2010.
"RIP(TM) is Aldila's new shaft technology that provides a lower torque, increased tip stability and better tip stiffness control," said Stewart Bahl, Aldila's Marketing Manager. "The RIP(TM) is currently undergoing testing on the PGA Tour and is scheduled to be launched later this year and will be released in 2010 through some of the major OEM's product lines."
Actual Player Feedback-
"shaft was very consistent and predictable"
"very smooth and predictable feel"
"An improved and refined version of the Voodoo is a good way to think about it"
"I was driving the ball like I was 25 years old again"
Golf Gear Select Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Stable, low spin rate, lower trajectory. This shaft is worth a good look for the better player. | Not for the average player. Because of the pros listed, this shaft will have a limited marketing scope. |
| Rating |
Conclusion-
It's still early but we believe the Aldila RIP will be one of the most popular shafts in 2010'. Stay tuned for a rating update when more data and reviews become available. One thing is for sure, the RIP will deliver on Aldila's mantra, "The hottest shafts in golf."
Watch for updates on this baby!
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This is a sick shaft im currently playing it in my driver and it performs as advertised… Very stiff and low spin and trajectory… love the shaft
I have TM superdeep 9.5 with the RIP S in it. I spin the crap out of the ballk with this shaft. It may be too soft for me, as my CH speed is 114.
Jamie…you need an extra stiff if you are swinging over 110mph. The stiff is designed to top out around 105-108 mph. Get the extra stiff and you’ll see a big difference.
Just got the Taylor Made R9 Supertri TP 9.5 with Aldila RIP X flex today.
Launch monitor with stock shaft 313 yd
Launch monitor with Aldila RIP 328 yd
same swing and it is straight off the tee.
For you guys with the TaylorMade drivers that came with the Aldila RIP as the stock offering, the shaft in your driver and the actual Aldila RIP you can purchase are vastly different. Spent some time at our local club shop, and hit the TM R9 Supertri with the “rip” and then hit a 09 Tour Burner with an aftermarket RIP and just from swinging the clubs you could tell a difference. Sorry guys, never trust what the driver manufacturer says the stock shaft is.
Just got my 70gram stiff RIP today! 45 inches long with a med size winn lite soft grip and a R9 460 head. Man this shaft is the truth! I had a voodoo in it, tried the stock shaft, the motore, and a few others (GD tour AD) Just trust your swing and lock and load, low to mid ball flight that just goes forever. Best driver shaft I’ve had to date-needless to say, I cut my voodoo down and put it in my R9 3-wood.
I play a rip 60 in an r9 460 and it is the bast shaft I have ever played. Now a question, is there a difference between the matte textured graphics and the “shiny” graphics rip’s? Also is the rip in the 9064 adams the real deal?
Past PGA pro and tried out the RIP 6.0, S. Ball speed at 162 and a launch angle of 12.5, this shaft was easy to work fade or draw. It has a nice low spin rate, but stays in the air for sometime. Love the look of the Adams swingline head. I can see this shaft only good for few, but it is something if it’s correct for your game.