graphite shaft

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graphite
noun[U]
uk
/ˈɡræf.aɪt/us
/ˈɡræf.aɪt/
a soft, dark grey form of carbon, used in the middle of pencils, as a lubricant in machines, and in some ...
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shaft
noun[C]
uk
/ʃɑːft/us
/ʃæft/
a pole or rod that forms the handle of a tool ...
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(Definition ofgraphiteandshaftfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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The length of the woods has been increasing in recent decades, and a typical driver with agraphiteshaftis now 45.5 inches (115.6 cm) long.
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Thegraphiteshaftis invented.
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Graphite shafts were at the time viewed as inconsistent when compared to steel; however, advances in technology eventually changed this perception.
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The company began to experiment with graphite shafts for both types of racquets and found that these would also be useful for golf clubs.
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Clubs with graphite shafts are not recommended, as they can shatter in the extreme temperatures.
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Hybrid clubs that replace these irons also often have graphite shafts for the same reason.
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Graphite shafts became popular among amateurs, because lighter weight helped generate increased club-head speed.
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The latest golf club technology employs the use of graphite shafts and lightweight titanium heads, which allows the club head to be made much larger than previously possible.
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Advances in producing, forming and curing composite materials have made carbon fiber much cheaper, and now virtually all new woods, regardless of price, have graphite shafts.
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Graphite shafts are not uncommon for numbered irons however, as the increased distance conferred by the shaft is advantageous to many players, especially shorter hitters such as ladies and seniors.
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