BOULDER, CO (September 1st, 2011)
Today KBS™ is announcing the full release of the all-new KBS C-Taper shaft available immediately through golf retail stores nationwide. Already in the hands of several top world-ranked players, including the #1 American golfer in the world, the KBS C-Taper shaft has exhibited one of the fastest and most successful Tour adoptions ever for a steel shaft. This adoption rate has been mirrored by the golf industries major manufacturers where the KBS C-Taper is being planned in numerous custom departments for the remainder of 2011 and 2012. Inspired by feedback taken from Tour professionals worldwide, the KBS C-Taper shaft is optimized for a low piercing trajectory, reduced spin, and enhanced feel.
KBS TOUR C-TAPER HIGHLIGHTS:
– Constant taper design for unrestricted energy transfer
– Optimized taper and tip section for low launch and low spin performance
– Offered in 5 unique flexes for precision fitting
– Unique and highly durable satin chrome finish
– Available nationwide September 1st, 2011
The KBS C-Taper shaft incorporates a unique blend of manufacturing and design advancements that complement the signature KBS Tour shaft series. Designed to lower launch and reduce ball spin, the KBS C-Taper shaft targets players with a faster swing tempo and higher trajectory. Taking concepts from the KBS Tour shaft for Efficient Shaft Performance, the KBS C-Taper proved in independent robot testing to reduce spin by 5%, lower trajectory by 5%, and increase distance by 5% (up to 12 yards total) versus the leading competitor.
Since their introduction worldwide in 2008, KBS Tour shafts continue to blaze a trail on Tour trusted by roughly 10 of the world’s top 50 ranked players. Additionally, over 40 PGA Tour players currently trust KBS shaft designs. Both numbers continue to grow. This season, KBS Tour shafts have already delivered 6 victories combined on the PGA and European Tour along with several close runner up finishes. Recent achievements for the KBS brand include winning the 2011 Players Championship, Memorial Tournament and WGC-Bridgestone. Expect more stories to come.
Formalized in 2007, KBS Tour shafts are the premiere brand of steel golf shafts designed and manufactured by FEMCO Steel Technology (FST) headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. Since 1949, FEMCO has remained committed to providing the highest quality steel products and services worldwide.
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