Counterbalancing

A counterbalanced shaft has extra weight added toward the grip end. This shifts the balance point higher up the shaft, which reduces the swing weight without changing the overall weight of the club. The result is a club that feels lighter to swing even though the total mass stays the same.

This design can help players generate a bit more club speed or maintain control when using heavier clubheads.

Fitters use counterbalanced shafts in situations where the golfer needs the stability of a heavier head but doesn’t want the club to feel overly heavy during the swing.

They’re also common in modern drivers with adjustable weights, or in longer builds where swing weight can climb quickly. When matched correctly, a counterbalanced shaft helps the golfer keep good rhythm, square the face more easily, and maintain consistent contact.