The Fujikura VENTUS HB Blue 9 VeloCore+ X-Stiff is heavier than average for hybrid shafts at 3.32 oz (94 g), while its 2.2° torque is on the lower side. Its mid launch / mid spin profile and very stable / low-twist character make it best suited to medium-fast or fast tempos. Within the same product line, it comes in on the heavier side of the related weight range with a lower-torque position.
Hybrid shaft specifications
Fujikura · VENTUS HB Blue 9 VeloCore+ X-Stiff · Hybrid Shaft
Material: GraphiteFlex: X-StiffWeight class: Heavy (85-99.9 g)Flight: Mid launch / Mid spinTip: Parallel tip
3.32 ozWeight
2.2°Torque
X-StiffFlex
MidLaunch
Hybrid-shaft benchmarks
How this shaft compares
Numeric comparisons use hybrid shafts in this database.
Weight
Above average
3.32 oz
Weight is above average among hybrid shafts in this database.
Torque
Very low
2.2°
Torque is very low among hybrid shafts in this database.
At a glance
Shaft profile
LaunchMid
SpinMid
StabilityVery stable / low-twist
Tempo fitBest suited to medium-fast or fast tempos
TipParallel tip
Utility fitStrong utility-iron fit
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Fujikura |
|---|---|
| Model | VENTUS HB Blue 9 VeloCore+ X-Stiff |
| Category | Hybrid Shaft |
| Catalog year | 2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Weight & flex
Weight3.32 oz (94 g)
Weight classHeavy (85-99.9 g)
FlexX-Stiff
Torque2.2°
Bend pointM
Tip stiffnessStiff
Tip flex36
Butt flex43
Build & dimensions
MaterialGraphite
Tip typeParallel tip
Tip diameter0.37 in (9.4 mm)
Butt diameter0.604 in (15.3 mm)
Raw length42 in (106.7 cm)
Parallel tip length3 in (7.6 cm)
Club useHybrid / utility
TechnologyVeloCore+ multi-material bias core
Flight & feel
LaunchMid
SpinMid
Trajectory / spin profileMid launch / Mid spin
Stability profileVery stable / low-twist
Launch assistanceNeutral launch assistance
Feel profileVibration-damping graphite feel, very firm/stable through impact
Relative weight positionAbove average among hybrid shafts
Relative torque positionVery low among hybrid shafts
Player fit
Tempo fitBest suited to medium-fast or fast tempos
Transition fitHandles aggressive transitions well
Control vs speed biasBalanced speed and control
Fairway / rough playabilityNeutral launch profile
Utility-iron suitabilityStrong utility-iron fit
Likely swing-speed fitFaster hybrid swings / stronger players
Target playerMid-flight players seeking stability
Golfer fit summaryBalanced speed and control; best suited to medium-fast or fast tempos; mid launch / mid spin.
Same-family context
How this variant fits the family
Sibling comparisons use shafts from the same product family in this database.
Variant context
FamilyFujikura VENTUS HB VeloCore+
Family positionHeavier family option; firmest listed flex; neutral-flight role
Family comparisonIt sits on the heavier side of the family and on the lower-torque side of the family. It is heavier than VENTUS HB Blue 9 VeloCore+ S and lighter than VENTUS HB Red 9 VeloCore+ X.
Why choose this variantChoose this firmer family variant for faster or more aggressive transitions that need less shaft movement.