Aerotech Golf Shafts
ActiveOverview
Aerotech Golf Shafts designs and manufactures composite graphite golf shafts, specializing in the SteelFiber line that integrates steel filaments with graphite for iron and wedge applications. The brand holds a prominent position in the custom shaft market, serving as an option for major equipment manufacturers and achieving the highest number of professional tour wins among graphite shafts. It is noted for its SteelFiber shafts being the leading graphite iron shaft on the PGA Tour.13
History
Aerotech Golf was founded in 1991 in the United States and is headquartered in Bellingham, Washington. Chris Hilleary joined in 1997 as director of the golf division and later became president, expanding the company's presence in the industry.1 The brand was owned by True Sports until 2019, when True Temper acquired it.3
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| SteelFiber (composite iron shafts) | graphite-steel hybrid for irons | $80 - $150 |
| SteelFiber (wedge shafts) | scoring club stability | $100 - $200 |
| Volant (graphite shafts) | lightweight performance | $100 - $180 |
| Private Reserve (premium graphite wedge shafts) | tip stability and low torque | $150 - $250 |
| FC (iron shafts) | flight control composite | $90 - $160 |
| Gener8 (iron shafts) | modern lightweight design | $100 - $170 |
Manufacturing
Aerotech Golf Shafts manufactures its products in Bellingham, Washington.12 The company produces composite graphite shafts in-house, including the SteelFiber line with steel filament wrapped over graphite cores.24
Notable Products
- SteelFiber i95 - Lightweight graphite iron shaft with steel stability for improved feel and distance.5
- SteelFiber (iron shafts) - No. 1 graphite iron shaft on PGA Tour, combining graphite lightness with steel stability.1
- SteelFiber Private Reserve - Graphite wedge shaft designed for scoring clubs with low torque and predictable spin.4
- Volant Shafts - Composite graphite shafts for general performance.2
Reputation
Aerotech is recognized by professionals and enthusiasts for SteelFiber shafts' tour success and stability mimicking steel while offering graphite benefits.13 Users praise the consistent performance and tight dispersion in lighter weights.5 Some note it as a premium option suited for players transitioning from steel.4
Sources (5)
- https://www.golfwrx.com/198549/qa-aerotech-golf-president-chris-hilleary/
- https://www.whatcomlocal.com/biz/2897/aerotech-golf
- https://www.sggt.co.uk/custom-fitting/aerotech
- https://www.tourshopfresno.com/the-science-and-craftsmanship-behind-aerotech-golf-shafts/
- https://pluggedingolf.com/aerotech-steelfiber-i95-graphite-iron-shaft-review/