Of the five to six Graphite Design shaft models I’ve spent considerable time with, they’ve been dead accurate on those too. After a few waggles and swings, you can feel their description of the AD XC is spot on. The AD XC is categorized as a SOFT butt section, STIFF mid section, and STIFF tip section. Something I really like about Graphite Design is that they have great descriptions of their profiles. We also matched it up with the red and black Golf Pride ALIGN grip, because if you don’t match your shaft and grip, you can’t be a true Hero. The logo and bands have some red accents, creating a totally sharp looking golf shaft. It has a flat matte-ish black paint job that blends into a pewter finish near the club head. The AD XC (nicknamed Extra Carry!) is a bit of a stealthy departure from that. The company has kept the same general graphic pattern – a solid, colorful bottom half, their cool “bands” logo, and a contrasting color up top. You know Rickie’s rocking the black and orange AD IZ, sending bombs down the fairway. For instance, the Tour AD DI and its bright orange and white are instantly recognizable from a mile away.
Graphite Design makes some of the most distinctive looking shafts in the game. It’s a sharp looking shaft that will appeal to golfers looking for low-to-mid launch and a low spin option.
The AD XC is a modern take on the famous Tour AD BB “Blue Bomber” profile that’s jam packed with the latest shaft technology and manufacturing processes. Graphite Design has made premium golf shafts that can fit players with a wide range of profiles and abilities for 30+ years. A late fall tradition – Graphite Design has released the Tour AD XC shaft for 2020.