POWAY, Calif. – The results of the Darrell Survey 2006 U.S. National Consumer Survey are in and Aldila, Inc. continues its domination as the leading graphite shaft manufacturer for new drivers, fairway woods and hybrid clubs.
In drivers, Aldila is the leading shaft in use for both new clubs and for total use for the second consecutive year. In fairway woods, Aldila is far and away the leading choice for consumers, outpacing the second place manufacturer by more than a 2-to-1 margin in usage.
The fastest growing segment of the industry is hybrid clubs and once again Aldila is the first choice of consumers in both new and total use. Aldila shafts were three times more popular than the second place manufacturer.
"We were extremely pleased to see the results of this year’s survey," said Mike Rossi, Aldila’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Aldila shafts remain the hottest shafts in golf and it’s our focus to provide the market with the industry’s leading performance-oriented shafts. Results like this, coupled with Aldila’s continuing success on the PGA and Nationwide Tours, reinforce our belief that we are on track. Whether you’re the current U.S. Open Champion or an avid weekend player, Aldila is the first choice of players looking to maximize the potential of their golf clubs."
Aldila’s VS Protoâ?¢ recorded four PGA Tour wins this year including the U.S. Open. The VS ProtoTM shaft incorporates Aldila’s innovative new Next Generation Micro Laminate TechnologyTM featuring Carbon Nano-tubes, combined with Aldila’s proprietary A65 Performance Resin System, using advanced high modulus graphite fibers, all synthesized into Micro Laminate TechnologyTM.
"The VS ProtoTM offers unparalleled performance, consistency and feel – it’s the straightest, longest shaft that we have ever offered," said Rossi.
The VS Proto is only one of many Aldila shafts played on the pro tours.
"The, NV, Hybrid and the VS Proto shafts have all helped deliver crucial wins on the PGA, Nationwide, and Champions Tours," said Rossi. "I believe the success on the Tours has gone a long way to show that when given a variety of shafts to choose from, the finest players select Aldila … and I believe that is why we continue to be the #1 shaft of choice for new clubs with consumers."
Contact:
Holly Geoghegan
President
Golf Marketing Services
407-682-4853
holly@golfmarketinginc.com
