KBS Tour Par Iron Shaft, R - iron parallel
KBS Tour Par Iron Shaft, R - iron parallel
KBS Tour Par Iron Shaft, R - iron parallel
The KBS Tour is Kim Braly’s signature iron shaft — engineered for golfers who demand shot versatility, a penetrating mid trajectory, and a smooth, responsive feel through every iron in the bag. Trusted by major champions and tour professionals around the world, this parallel-tip (.370″) version is a single-length blank that can be tip- and butt-trimmed to suit any iron from 3-iron through PW, making it the ideal choice for custom club builders and serious fitters alike. If you are looking for a premium steel shaft that balances stability, playability, and tour-proven feel, the KBS Tour is your answer.
- Mid trajectory & shot versatility: Engineered to deliver a piercing mid ball flight, giving players the workability and control to shape shots in any direction.
- Maximised energy transfer: Unique KBS technology optimises energy flow from the player’s hands through to the club head for superior shot control and faster ball speeds.
- Smooth, responsive feel: A distinct mid-shaft loading and kick profile delivers a buttery smooth feel without sacrificing tip stability — the KBS Tour’s defining characteristic.
- Parallel tip (.370″) — maximum fitting flexibility: Supplied as a single-length blank; tip- and butt-trimming allows the fitter to dial in exact flex, length, and feel for every club in a set (3–PW, 8 pcs).
- Moment of inertia design: Stepped construction engineered via MOI analysis for consistent stability from grip to club head, enhancing the results of every well-executed swing.
- Tour-proven pedigree: The preferred shaft model of multiple tour winners worldwide — trusted wherever elite ball-striking and workability are paramount.
- Regular (R) flex: This listing covers the R-flex variant, trimmed to standard men’s length weighing approximately 100 g — ideal for moderate swing speeds seeking optimum launch and feel.
Mid Trajectory & Piercing Ball Flight
The KBS Tour is purpose-built around a mid launch window. Unlike competitor heavy-weight iron shafts that can suppress trajectory, the KBS Tour promotes a slightly higher, more penetrating flight — an advantage for players who tend to be low ball hitters or those who simply want to see the ball climb into a higher window without losing control in the wind.
Smooth Loading Profile
Most of the shaft’s action is concentrated in the mid-section, creating a perceptible load-and-kick sensation through the downswing. This smooth feel is the KBS Tour’s hallmark — players consistently describe it as more responsive than comparable steel shafts while retaining a stable, non-whippy tip for precise directional control.
Parallel Tip Fitting Advantage
The .370″ parallel blank gives club builders complete control: tip trimming adjusts effective flex while butt trimming sets final playing length independently. One raw shaft can be configured for any iron in a set, minimising stock requirements and giving the fitter the freedom to create a perfectly matched, graduated-flex set from a single shaft SKU.
Stepped Construction & MOI Engineering
The KBS Tour features a traditional stepped profile (not stepless) engineered through moment of inertia analysis. Each step is proportionally sized so that mass and radius are reduced progressively toward the tip, maximising overall performance consistency from the heaviest long iron to the lightest wedge in a properly fit set.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | SGK0170 |
| Brand | KBS Golf Shafts |
| Model | KBS Tour |
| Flex | R (Regular) |
| Tip Type | Parallel (.370″) |
| Tip Diameter | 0.370″ (9.4 mm) |
| Raw Shaft Weight (approx.) | 110 g (R-flex raw blank) |
| Trimmed Weight (approx.) | ~100 g after trimming to standard men’s length |
| Trajectory | Mid |
| Construction | Steel — stepped |
| Set Coverage | 3–PW (8 pcs per set) |
| Trimming | Tip & butt trimmed to length (trimming can alter playability) |
| Category | Iron shaft / Club service component |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Compatible With | All iron heads with .370″ parallel bore |
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