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UST launches new LIN-Q driver and fairway wood shafts

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Golf shafts, like club heads, have to work within their “space” as far as specs go. So to innovate, engineers and designers have to look at new materials and processes to find advantages. UST Mamiya has done that with the all-new LIN-Q series of driver and fairway wood shafts for 2020.

The UST LIN-Q is more than two years in the making and was engineered with the intention of being lightweight and stable, while also providing golfers with a shaft that feels good. They achieved this by utilizing what UST calls Q-Fiber technology to maintain a light weight-to-stability ratio.

What is Q-Fiber?

Q-Fiber is a low FAW (Fiber Areal Weight) fiber that allows engineers to add micro plies of Q with the addition of minimal weight. The benefit to this is improved hoop strength, which reduces ovaling during the swing and helps eliminate energy loss. This also keeps the shaft stable with making it feel boardy.

Which LIN-Q for You?

The all-new LIN-Q line comes in two versions: Gunmetal and Purple, with the Gunmetal being the lower launching/more stable option for players with aggressive transitions and higher swing speeds. Both are going to offer exceptional feel and stability and make great driver and fairway wood options, according to the company.

UST LIN-Q Gunmetal specs

UST LIN-Q Purple specs

The LIN-Q Purple and Gunmetal are now available from UST certified dealers and through OEM partners that offer UST Mamiya products as part of their custom program. Both the Gunmetal and Purple shafts retail for $250.

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Ryan Barath is a club-fitter & master club builder with more than 17 years of experience working with golfers of all skill levels, including PGA Tour players. He is the former Build Shop Manager & Social Media Coordinator for Modern Golf. He now works independently from his home shop and is a member of advisory panels to a select number of golf equipment manufacturers. You can find Ryan on Twitter and Instagram where he's always willing to chat golf, and share his passion for club building, course architecture and wedge grinding.

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  1. Pingback: UST teases new LIN-Q Shafts for 2021 – GolfWRX

  2. Joshua Cohick

    Feb 4, 2020 at 9:09 pm

    Now this is a shaft I want to get my hands on

  3. Rob

    Feb 4, 2020 at 3:08 pm

    Why did these take so long to be released?

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