Graphite Design Tour AD EK Driver Shaft

Graphite Design Tour AD EK Driver Shaft “Extra Kick” from Japan — mid/high launch, low/mid spin, and tour-level feel for maximum carry Overview The Graphite Design Tour AD EK — short for “Extra Kick” — is engineered to deliver a mid/high launch with controlled low/mid spin, giving golfers the ideal combination of increased carry distance, exceptional accuracy, and responsive feel. Manufactured exclusively in Japan, the Tour AD EK is built for players seeking effortless launch and maximum distance without sacrificing control. Its specialized EI bend profile pairs a stiff butt section and firm mid-section with a stable tip section to maximize energy transfer and promote powerful, efficient launch conditions. Constructed from premium aerospace-grade carbon fiber, the Tour AD EK incorporates new Toray T1200G carbon fiber technology in the tip section along with Graphite Design’s exclusive AD Shield technology — delivering outstanding feel, enhanced stability, efficient energy transfer, and the consistent performance golfers expect from the Tour AD lineup. Swing faster. Hit farther. Experience maximum kick velocity with the Tour AD EK. Features & Technology AD Shield technology for enhanced shaft stability and feel TORAYCA® T1200G carbon-fiber pre-preg with NANOALLOY® technology for increased stability in the mid-to-tip region Graphite Design proprietary MSI (Material Stiffness Integration) design philosophy 50-ton ultra-premium, high-modulus, aerospace-quality carbon fiber materials Mid/high launch with low/mid spin across the lineup for optimized carry and control 46″ raw (uncut) length — trim to finished club length per the tip trimming guide below Available Models & Flexes Tour AD EK — Weight Class Overview Model Flexes Available Weight Range Torque Kick Point Launch Spin EK-4 R2, R1, S, X 48.5g–51.5g 5.2°–5.3° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid EK-5 R2, R1, S, X 55g–59g 4.4° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid EK-6 SR, S, X, TX 64g–70g 3.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid EK-7 S, X, TX 74.5g–78.5g 2.8° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid EK-8 X 84g 2.6° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid MSRP: $500 Bend Profile Section Stiffness by Model Shaft Butt Section Mid Section Tip Section EK-4 Stiff Firm Stiff EK-5 / -6 / -7 / -8 Stiff Firm Stiff Full Technical Specifications Tour AD EK — Complete Spec Sheet Part Number Flex Length Weight Tip OD Tip Parallel Butt OD Torque Kick Point Launch Spin WEK4-R2 Lite/Senior (R2) 46″ 48.5g .335″ 3.0″ .606″ 5.3° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK4-R1 Regular (R1) 46″ 49.5g .335″ 3.0″ .608″ 5.3° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK4-S Stiff 46″ 50g .335″ 3.0″ .608″ 5.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK4-X X-Stiff 46″ 51.5g .335″ 3.0″ .610″ 5.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK5-R2 Lite/Senior (R2) 46″ 55g .335″ 3.0″ .606″ 4.4° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK5-R1 Regular (R1) 46″ 56g .335″ 3.0″ .608″ 4.4° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK5-S Stiff 46″ 56.5g .335″ 3.0″ .608″ 4.4° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK5-X X-Stiff 46″ 59g .335″ 3.0″ .612″ 4.4° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK6-SR Stiff Regular (SR) 46″ 64g .335″ 3.0″ .602″ 3.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK6-S Stiff 46″ 66.5g .335″ 3.0″ .606″ 3.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK6-X X-Stiff 46″ 68g .335″ 3.0″ .606″ 3.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK6-TX Tour X-Stiff (TX) 46″ 70g .335″ 3.0″ .610″ 3.2° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK7-S Stiff 46″ 74.5g .335″ 3.0″ .604″ 2.8° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK7-X X-Stiff 46″ 77g .335″ 3.0″ .608″ 2.8° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK7-TX Tour X-Stiff (TX) 46″ 78.5g .335″ 3.0″ .610″ 2.8° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid WEK8-X X-Stiff 46″ 84g .335″ 3.0″ .610″ 2.6° Mid Mid/High Low/Mid Tip Trimming Guide (Standard Bore) Tip Trim by Club Type Driver 3 Wood 5 Wood 7 Wood 9 Wood 0.0″ 0.5″ 1.0″ 1.0″ 1.0″ Installation notes: Always leave a minimum of 0.5″ of the parallel tip section above the hosel. For example, with a hosel bore depth of 1.5″ and a shaft parallel tip length of 4.0″, the tip trim length should not exceed 2.0″. Improper installation may affect the intended performance of the shaft, and voids the manufacturer warranty. Grips4Less recommends consulting a PGA Professional or qualified club builder to confirm the correct shaft, flex, and length for your swing. Fitting Guide Not sure which flex is right for you? Use the table below as a starting point, based on driver swing speed, then have a Grips4Less club builder confirm the fit for your swing. Recommended Flex by Driver Swing Speed Driver Swing Speed Flex Name 71–85 MPH R2 Lite/Senior 86–95 MPH R1 Regular 92–98 MPH SR Stiff Regular 96–105 MPH S Stiff 105+ MPH X X-Stiff 110+ MPH TX Tour X-Stiff