Project X HZRDUS Black Wood Shaft Guide (Black Vs Smoke Black RDX)

What is the Project X HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shaft?

Project X HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shaft is a low spin golf shaft design. It comes with enhanced firmness over the entire length of the shaft. This firmness allows players to apply more force to the golf ball.

 

Is HZRDUS Black a good Fairway Wood shaft?

The HZRDUS Black is one of the finest Fairway Wood shafts on the market. This is because it delivers an accurate hit and low spin. Plus the best feature is its speed and agility.

 

Do HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shafts play stiff?

The HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shaft focuses on stability. It offers enough kick that the shaft does not feel overly stiff. You won’t find yourself over-swinging or losing control with the HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood.

 

What is the difference between HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood and other shafts?

The main difference between HZRDUS Black shafts and other shafts is that the HZRDUS Black shaft has a much higher spin rate and launch angle than most other shafts.

 

HZRDUS Black Shaft Specs Chart

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

110

162.3

12.6º

2613

279.9

303

 

HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX Chart

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

115.2

172.8

9.6º

2171

285.5

316.7

 

HZRDUS Yellow Specs Chart

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

115.2

172.8

12.9º

2702

284.2

304.7

 

HZRDUS Smoke Blue Specs Chart

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

116.5

174.8

10.7º

2299

291.6

318

 

HZRDUS Smoke Green Specs Chart

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

113.6

170.3

11.3º

2772

277.4

299

 

What is the difference between HZRDUS Black 65 and Black 75?

The main difference between HZRDUS Black 65 and 75 shafts is that the HZRDUS Black 65 weights 15 grams less than the HZRDUS Black 75. The HZRDUS Black 65 has more torque (3.2) compared to (2.9) of the HZRDUS Black 75.

 

HZRDUS Black 65

Flex

Length (“)

Weight (g)

Torque

Tip (“)

Butt (“)

Spin

Launch

5.5 [Regular Flex]

46

62

3.2

.335

.600

Low

Low

6.0 [Stiff Flex]

46

62

3.2

.335

.600

Low

Low

6.5 [Extra Stiff Flex]

46

62

3.2

.335

.600

Low

Low

 

HZRDUS Black 75

Flex

Length (“)

Weight (g)

Torque

Tip (“)

Butt (“)

Spin

Launch

5.5 [Regular Flex]

46

75

2.9

.335

.600

Low

Low

6.0 [Stiff Flex]

46

75

2.9

.335

.600

Low

Low

6.5 [Extra Stiff Flex]

46

75

2.9

.335

.600

Low

Low

 

HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shaft specs

Club Speed

Ball Speed

Launch Angle

Spin

Carry (Yds)

Total (Yds)

103

152

13.2º

1497

249

275

 

Project X HZRDUS Black Wood Shaft

 

How much do HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shafts weigh?

The HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shafts weight 60-70-grams.

However due to their sleek design they weigh slightly less than their marketed weights.

 

How much do HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shafts cost?

The HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood shafts can cost between $100 and $130.

 

HZRDUS Black Vs HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX Fairway Wood shaft

The main difference between HZRDUS Black and Smoke Black RDX fairway wood shafts is that the HZRDUS Smoke Black shaft offers a slower and smoother swing.

 

Appearance

HZRDUS Black shaft has a matte black finish with “HZRDUS” written in dark grey across the shaft and Project X’s biohazard emblem. The color choice makes the shaft look stealthy despite its basic appearance. Nevertheless HZRDUS Black is a considerably thick but fantastic shaft.

The HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX is entirely black except for some white highlighting. There is unique multi-color HZRDUS brand logo at the top of the midsection. And a Hexcel logo is found at the shaft’s tip.

 

Experience

If you’re acquainted with the feel of the original HZRDUS Black then you will find a lot of similarities in the HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX shaft.

  • HZRDUS Black has a distinct flex profile that sets it apart. Even when trying to “get after the ball” this shaft feels very stable throughout the swing.
  • If you like a smoother pace and a slower swing the HZRDUS Black might not be the right shaft for you.
  • Project X employed Hexcel’s HexTow HM54 carbon fiber and HexTow IM2C carbon fiber in the Smoke Black RDX. The final result is a highly strong shaft that maintains stability throughout the swing and the RDX is sharper as well as more responsive in your grip.

 

Performance

The HZRDUS Black Hand Crafted shaft is marketed as a low launch and low spinning shaft. Although it does deliver on that front but this shaft is more popular for its precision.

 

When paired with the appropriate ball, HZRDUS Black provides a penetrating ball flight.

 

The Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX provides automated control and uniformity. Because of the strong nature of the Smoke Black RDX you really can’t take any swings.

 

HZRDUS Black Vs HZRDUS Yellow Fairway Wood shaft

The main difference between HZRDUS Black and HZRDUS Yellow fairway wood shafts is that the HZRDUS Yellow shaft feels less stiff than the HZRDUS Black shaft.

 

Appearance

Project X used a dark grey background with yellow recognizable HZRDUS lettering and a hazard specifications image.  The Smoke Yellow is a modest yet stylish shaft. It conveys seriousness without calling undue attention to itself.

 

Experience

The goal was to make the HZRDUS Smoke Yellow more stable than today’s vigorous swingers.

 

The HZRDUS Smoke Yellow is polished with more responsiveness and stability, without feeling stiff.

 

You’ll notice a greater counterbalance with a heavier head. As well as you can compare it by striking it side by side with a shaft that isn’t counterbalanced.

 

Performance

The Project X HZRDUS Smoke Yellow shaft is intended to have a low launch and spin rate. You can swing hard as well as get a lot of speed.

The shaft’s dependability also makes it simple to alter and manipulate ball flight as needed.

It is a reliable shaft that can identify fairways and maybe carry a hazard or two.

 

HZRDUS Black Vs HZRDUS Smoke Blue Fairway Wood shaft

The main difference between HZRDUS Black  and HZRDUS Smoke Blue  fairway wood shafts is that the HZRDUS Blue shaft feels less tip heavy and has a moderate kick point compared to the HZRDUS Black.

 

Appearance

The Smoke Blue RDX reintroduces color as the blue PVD finish gleams brilliantly. Above it are the well-known HZRDUS branding with a danger warning image.

The most noticeable alteration is the Smoke logo which now has RDX branding. Plus it has the Hexcel HexTow branding on the tip.

Experience

The Smoke Blue Fairway Wood shaft seems more balanced and less tip-heavy with larger driver heads. The Smoke Blue RDX feels stable, balanced and incredibly smooth with a moderate kick-point.

The stable feel is noteworthy since Project X attained it through the application of innovative technology.

Project X maintained the HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX with a high tip and stiff butt. It comes with a soft midsection by mixing various high-strength carbon fibers. This then creates Hexcel termed “HexTow.”

 

Performance

The soft midsection balances out the extremely rigid tip and butt portions. Because of the softer midsection you may load up the shaft to get optimum energy transmission into the ball.

Because the other two parts are rigid the spin and launch remain low. This allows for more elevating flights and improved control.

The Smoke Blue RDX’s softer midsection optimizes performance with the slightly greater launch and spin.

 

HZRDUS Black Vs HZRDUS Smoke Green Fairway Wood shaft

The main difference between HZRDUS Black  and HZRDUS Smoke Green fairway wood shafts is that the HZRDUS Smoke Green offers more spin and a lower launch angle than the HZRDUS Black shaft.

 

Appearance

The HZRDUS Smoke Green Fairway Wood shaft comes in two styles. The first features a Smoke grey background with neon green writing for the HZRDUS and Smoke logos.

The alternative color choice has a green Gamma PVD finish that transitions into purple at the shaft’s tip.

 

Experience

  • The Project X HZRDUS Smoke Green does feel strong and hefty. But it is not as rigid as you may anticipate. The HZRDUS Smoke Green exudes a strong feeling of solidity.
  • The response is firm and you can feel the tip stiffness with each shot. These qualities contribute to a sense of confidence in your hands.

 

Performance

The shaft launches lower but has a great trajectory and just enough spin to keep the ball up in the air. The HZRDUS Smoke Green is brimming with control and consistency.

The innovative HexTow HM63 fiber used by Project X makes the shaft exceptionally stable. This allows you to focus just on the ball.

It will keep the launch low and the spin rates under control. This allows you to swing away at your goal.

At the end of the day whatever shaft you select is your personal choice. But Project X HZRDUS Black Fairway Wood is the best all of their other variations.

The technology used to create this shaft sets it apart from all others. Don’t be surprised if golfers begin approaching you for tips and tricks for a game as smooth as yours.

Ernie

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