[ChrisNZ]

Tried my friends new 2006 Cleveland Launcher yesterday, with a stiff shaft, whereas my old-style Launcher has regular flex. Have been leaning towards hitting recently and indeed, the stiff shaft felt pretty good. Was also chipping balls with my driver the other day, and at that speed you can feel that shaft bending back as you impact the ball - which also made me wonder if stiffer shafts might be better.

Yoda, for a hitter would a stiffer shaft help primarily with control/accuracy or distance? Or would it have an effect on both?

Chris