Built around an “Extra Kick” profile, the Tour AD EK is designed to produce a mid/high launch with controlled low/mid spin while blending responsive feel, stability and efficient energy transfer.
Mid/High LaunchLow/Mid SpinMade in Japan
Product Overview
The Graphite Design Tour AD EK is a premium graphite wood shaft engineered for golfers who want easier launch and strong carry potential without giving up control. Its EI profile combines a stiff butt section, firm mid-section and stiff tip section to create a stable platform with a smooth, energetic loading feel. The design uses aerospace-grade carbon materials, including TORAYCA T1200G in the tip region, to support consistency and stability through impact.
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Launch With Control
Designed around a mid/high launch window with controlled spin for golfers looking to add carry while maintaining a predictable flight.
02
Responsive “Extra Kick” Feel
A stiff/firm/stiff EI profile is tuned to transfer energy efficiently while retaining the smooth, responsive feel associated with the Tour AD lineup.
03
Premium Carbon Construction
Premium high-modulus carbon fiber, TORAYCA T1200G and Graphite Design technologies work together to support stability and consistency.
Technology Highlights
The Tour AD EK combines several of Graphite Design’s premium material and construction technologies.
TORAYCA T1200G
Ultra-high-strength carbon fiber is used in the tip section to help increase stability and support efficient energy transfer.
NANOALLOY Technology
Used with T1200G pre-preg to contribute to stability through the mid-to-tip region while preserving feel.
AD Shield
Graphite Design’s proprietary construction technology is incorporated to support shaft stability and consistent performance.
MSI Design Philosophy
Material Stiffness Integration is used to strategically blend materials and stiffness throughout the shaft profile.
Bend Profile
ButtStiffMidFirmTipStiff
The same Stiff / Firm / Stiff bend profile is listed for EK-4 through EK-8.
Performance Profile
LaunchMid/HighKick PointMid
EK-4 is positioned for low/mid spin. EK-5, EK-6, EK-7 and EK-8 are positioned for low to low/mid spin.
Official Specifications
All models are 46 inches raw length with a .335-inch tip diameter, 3.0-inch parallel tip section, mid kick point and mid/high launch profile.
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Model
Flex
Weight
Torque
EK-4
R2
48.5g
5.3°
EK-4
R1
49.5g
5.3°
EK-4
S
50g
5.2°
EK-4
X
51.5g
5.2°
EK-5
R2
55g
4.4°
EK-5
R1
56g
4.4°
EK-5
S
56.5g
4.4°
EK-5
X
59g
4.4°
EK-6
SR
64g
3.2°
EK-6
S
66.5g
3.2°
EK-6
X
68g
3.2°
EK-6
TX
70g
3.2°
EK-7
S
74.5g
2.8°
EK-7
X
77g
2.8°
EK-7
TX
78.5g
2.8°
EK-8
X
84g
2.6°
Driver Swing Speed Fitting Guide
Graphite Design’s flex recommendations are based on driver swing speed. Final fit can vary with tempo, transition, delivery and player preference.
Graphite Design recommends working with a PGA Professional or qualified club builder. Installation should retain at least 0.5 inch of the parallel tip section above the hosel.
Who Is The Tour AD EK For?
The Tour AD EK is a strong fit for golfers who want a premium wood shaft that helps promote a higher launch window while keeping spin controlled. Its stable tip and firm mid-section should appeal to players who like to feel the shaft load and release without the profile becoming loose through impact.
Players seeking mid/high launch with low-to-low/mid spin characteristics
Golfers who prefer a responsive profile with stability through the tip
Players choosing from a broad range of weight classes, approximately 48.5g to 84g
Golfers who value premium Japanese-made graphite shaft construction
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