New microlite components are opening a new frontier in golf club design.
The Traverse HiCor Microlite Longdriver is designed to be played at longer lengths with very lightweight shafts and grips for a driver that can be built 15-20% lighter than traditional drivers to for maximum swingspeed increase without swinging harder. The minimum suggested length is 45.75" for men (up to 48"), and 44.50" for ladies.
Depending on the weight configuration (182g or 190g with optional weight screw kit) the head is 8 to 20 grams lighter than typical clubheads so a more flexible shaft that you would typically play is required so the shaft plays to flex. For example, if you play a Regular flex, you'll need an A flex (senior flex) so the club will play to the flex you're after.
The Traverse HiCor MicroLite comes with two 5g weight screws but offers the option of adjusting your clubhead weight. If you'd like an even lighter driver, install the available two 1 gram screws ($2 each) for a 182 gram headweight or install one 5 gram weight in the heel and one 1 gram weight in the toe for a headweight of 186 grams and a slightly altered ball direction.
Email me for help choosing the right shaft flex as adjustments must be made to compensate for the head weight.
I've tested several shafts with the Traverse HiCor Microlite Longdriver. For slower swinging/slow tempo seniors and women golfers with 70-85 mph swingspeeds, I suggest the stock UST Mamiya MicroLite 50 MP4 (high launch) or MP5 .
Moving up a bit for slower to average swingspeed golfers (85-105mph swingspeed, average tempo), the UST Mamiya Microlite 50 MP5 , the UST Proforce VTS55, the SK Fiber Superfly, or Fujikura Blur (Blue) 004 or 005 and Blur Red 004 or 005 are excellent. The Fujikura Blur (Blue) offers a bit lower launch/spin vs the other shafts listed and the new Blur Red offers a higher launch/spin vs. the Blur Blue.
Grafalloy has introduced a new 52 gram high launch model called the Blackbird with a new Speedcoat technology for enhanced performance.
Finally, average/fast tempo to faster swingspeed golfers (95-110 mph) will benefit from the stability of the Fujikura Blur (Blue) 005 or the UST Proforce VTS 55. Email me here or call 810.923.7396 for shaft pricing and help choosing the right shaft for your game.
The lightweight shafts I've tested allow me to build a lightweight driver that weighs in at 255 grams at over 47.5"! Go with a shorter length and lighter headweight and the Traverse HiCor Microlite will weigh in at under 255 grams, about 20% lighter than traditional drivers built with heavy shafts and clubheads designed for high swinging PGA Tour golfers.
The stock shaft is the USTMamiya Microlite. Featuring one of the lowest weight to torque ratios of any superlight shaft, the USTMamiya MicroLite is only 50 grams with a torque of 4.0. The 53g stiff flex is 3.7 torque (many 50 g shafts are 6.0-7.0 torque and up).
The grip is the new 25 gram WinnLite, the final piece of the microlite golf club puzzle.
Winn uses an advanced injection molding process to create an EVA underlisting to produce grips that significantly reduce grip weight to increase club swing speed and generate greater distance and accuracy. Winn combines the technology with various patented materials to create WinnLiteFirm™, WinnLiteMedium™, and WinnLiteSoft™ with different sizes and firmnesses for personal feel. Patent pending worldwide.
The combination super thin HiCor face, superlight clubhead, and longer, lightweight shaft, and 25 gram WinnLite grip will increase your ballspeed, increase your swingspeed, and give you the added distance you have lost.
The Traverse HiCor Microlite isn't just for senior and women golfers. Golfers with swingspeeds up to 110 mph can enjoy the benefits (actually even great distance gains than slower swings) of a superlight longdriver.
I can also build your club to order for you with a stock shaft or a choice of upgrade shafts. Email me or call 810.923.7396 to talk about a shaft choice and prices.
Material: Body: Kobe Beta Titanium , Face: JEF 60T Forged Beta titanium
Process: Two Piece Premium cast body/Forged Face
Weight 190g (with 2, 5 gram weight screws)
1 grams screws available for purchase at $2 each to make your clubhead 182 grams!
Lofts: 10 deg or 12 deg
Lie 58 deg
Stock Shaft: USTMamiya MicroLite
Traverse HiCor with USTMamiya Microlite $275
Shipping is $9.95 to lower 48 U.S., and $40 International.
Please order clubhead only below.
The unique lightweight design of the Traverse Microlite HiCor requires making adjustments to shaft flex, length, and swingweight to properly fit your swing. Certain swings may do better with other shaft options. Please email me or call 810.923.7396 so we can talk about your swing and the right components for your swing.
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