AboutMichael Hoffman Expertise I have been a golf professional since 1981. I was elected into the PGA in 1987. I attained my master clubfitter certificate in 1992. I have given thousands of lessons over the years and I can answer questions about instruction, golf in general, rules, equipment, practice techniques etc.
I have served served on the board of directors of the Southern Texas PGA for twelve years and was the President from 2002-2003.
Experience I started as as assistant golf professional in 1981. I have been a head golf professional at several clubs as well as the general manager at two clubs. I am master clubfitter and have given many individual as well as group lessons over the years. I was the President of the Southern Texas PGA 4 years ago. I have been a rules official for the tour qualifying school as well as other events. I have won the Merchandiser of the year award in our section twice.
I'm a 10 handicapper, age 65. I hit a 7 iron 150 yds and play Mizuno MX25's with True Temper GoldLight R300 shafts. I would like to buy new irons (Mizuno 52's) and am considering the Rifle or Project X shafts in a 5.0 or 5.5 rating. Do you think that these shatfs would be appropriate for me or would they be too heavy?
Thank you,
Rudy
Answer Rudy,
I don't have nearly the information that I need to give an opinion about whether those shafts would be too heavy for you. If you've read any of my new club answers you'll know that I am a proponent of hitting the club before placing an order.
See if there are any demo days (Mizuno) in your area in the upcoming future. This way, if they have the club head you like they also may have shaft variations as well. Try the different variations and see which one feels the best.
Worst case scenario if the above doesn't work out, you can always just order the 7 iron with the shaft you prefer and if you like it order the rest of the set. Be sure to get fitted by a professional before you place the order.
