Graphite Design Tour AD DI Hybrid Shaft (New Label)

Here’s a detailed overview of the Graphite Design Tour AD DI Hybrid Shaft — its construction, performance traits, and who it’s for.

What it is

The Tour AD DI Hybrid is a premium aftermarket hybrid‑shaft from Graphite Design, specifically designed for hybrid clubs. The “DI” stands for Deep Impact, referencing the profile’s emphasis on stability and control in the hybrid category.

Construction & Technology

• Built with high‑modulus aerospace carbon fiber and Graphite Design’s proprietary Material Stiffness Integration (MSI) technology, which optimizes stiffness in key sections to improve feel, consistency and stability.

• The shaft’s design features a relatively soft butt section, a medium‑firm mid‑section, and a firmer tip section. This construction helps deliver a stable tip to minimize unwanted flexing while allowing the shaft to load and unload effectively.

• The Hybrid version uses a tip diameter of .370″, typical for compatibility with most hybrid heads.

• Its build mirrors the performance DNA of the Tour AD DI wood shafts (but tuned for hybrids) — meaning many of the same design goals and bend‑profiles transfer over to the hybrid format.

Key Specifications & Performance Profile

Here are representative specs and what they mean:

• Weight categories: Common model weights are approximately 75 g (for the “75” version), 85 g, 95 g, and 105 g.

• Torque: For example, the 75 model shows ~3.1° of torque; the heavier versions drop to ~2.4° or ~2.3° torque.

• Launch/Spin profile: Designed for a mid launch with low‑to‑mid spin. In other words, you get a trajectory that isn’t ultra‑flat nor ultra‑high, and reduced spin compared to more spin‑focused hybrid shafts.

• Kick point / bend profile: Mid kick point. The tip‑section firmness helps keep the face more stable and the ball flight more controlled.

• Tip diameter: .370″ — hybrid specific.

• Length (uncut): Around 42″ (typical for hybrid shafts) though custom build length may vary.

• Launch/spin descriptions from manufacturers: “Mid trajectory with mid spin” stated.

Performance and Fit

Best fit for:

• Players using hybrids who want a shaft that emphasizes control, accuracy and consistency rather than maximum “spring” or full high‑kick feel.

• Golfers with a swing speed and tempo that support a shaft with firmer tip/control rather than ultra‑soft tip and massive kick.

• When you want your hybrids to behave more like performance clubs (maintaining shape, reducing dispersion) rather than simply easier launch clubs.

• Those comfortable installing a premium aftermarket shaft and fitting/trimming to match their clubhead, length, etc.

May not be ideal if you:

• Need a shaft that primarily promotes very high launch and high spin from your hybrids (there are shafts designed for that specific purpose).

• Prefer a very “whippy” feel with lots of tip‑kick. The DI Hybrid leans firmer in the tip for control.

• Have a swing speed or tempo that requires a much lighter or much softer shaft to properly load it.

Summary

The Graphite Design Tour AD DI Hybrid Shaft is a high‑end hybrid shaft that balances premium materials and precision engineering to support controlled, accurate hybrid performance. It offers a mid‑launch, low‑to‑mid spin profile combined with the stability and feel expected from a shaft at this level.
If you’re looking for a shaft that helps your hybrids deliver consistent performance and tight dispersion, and you have the swing mechanics to match a firmer, performance‑oriented design, this is a strong choice.