ACCRA Tolerance Technology

ATT is a combination of numerous technologies developed by the engineers at United Sports Technologies in combined efforts with Mamiya Japan, that could only be created with the high modulus materials used in the production of ACCRA golf shafts. Resulting in a series of golf shafts offering the optimum launch conditions combined with controlled spin rates to create maximum distance with dispersion control.

The unique characteristic of ACCRA shafts is their ability to offer a responsive tip section without the fear of the shaft "feeling" like a "noodle", and offer super low torques without the shaft feeling "boardy".

To create this, the engineers at UST and Mamiya used 29 different types of prepreg combined with, up to, 80 ton composite material to create shafts that provide you with the most unique "feel" in the industry. No other shaft offers super low torque (for low spin rates and tight shot dispersion), responsive tip sections (maintaining launch conditions, increased club head speed, and no "boardy feel"), and incredibly strong hoop strength (adds stability to the responsive tip section).

No matter what level of proficiency you have developed or how fast you swing, ACCRA has a shaft that will help you ADD distance and REDUCE those wild shots.

The secret behind ATT is the patent pending blend of Low torque and a soft tip. Our engineers developed this process, and the NEW ACCRA is “taking it to the next level” just as our competitors have begun to realize the undisputable benefits. We have produced a series of shafts using the very best of raw materials to create shafts that reach all new levels of performance.

The PGA Euro Tour and Nationwide Tour players are constantly looking for High Launch and Low Spin…..Why shouldn’t you be too!…..As Tour players continue to move to ACCRA, you will too! And with our “30 day money back guarantee”…what’s stopping you?

Longer than any other graphite yet straighter than steel, a winning combination. This philosophy, driven from our SE model, provides all types of players using any ACCRA product the ACCRA advantage.

ACCRA Tour shafts feature designs with different characteristics to fit golfers of all playing abilities. Available in 50, 60, and 70 gram weights, ACCRA Tour shafts offer high initial launch conditions, tight dispersion, and a controlled spin rate. For players requiring a moderate spin rate, choose the weight that feels most comfortable to you and ACCRA Tour Series shafts will offer that unique combination of playability and stability. The ACCRA Tour has combined for numerous victories on PGA Tours around the world yet is perfect for the recreational golfer who wants the best....ACCRA

The ACCRA SC takes the Torque to Tip deflection ratio to the next level. No shaft offers the feel and power of the responsive tip combined with a 2.0 torque. The 65 gram version provides those with slower tempo's to enjoy the accuracy and spin control of an SC without any "boardy" feel. The 75 and 95 still offer the famous ACCRA feel but are designed to ensure no lag (of the club head) in spite of the responsive tip section. Used by many of today's greatest players the ACCRA SC is perfect for the discerning golfer who wants the best.

The ACCRA SE 80 is in a class by itself....1.5 torque/responsive tip...need we say more!

Shaft Fitting

Wood Shaft Fitting Chart

Driver Swing Speed (MPH)	65	70	75	80	85	90	95	100	105	110	120
Approximate Driver Dist.	155	170	185	200	215	225	240	255	270	280	300+
ACCRA Tour 50
ACCRA Tour 60
ACCRA Tour 70
ACCRA SC 65
ACCRA SC 75
ACCRA SE 80

Flexes:

Ladies

A Flex

Regular

Stiff

Extra Stiff

Longer and straighter- every golfer's quest! Any time you ask a golfer what they are striving for off the tee, they will respond, “I want to hit the ball farther and straighter.” That's pretty much a given. Tour Players every week test new drivers with different shafts in hopes of finding the combination that will give them long, accurate drives. You will hear them mention terms like launch angle and ball spin. They are searching for a ball flight that fits them perfectly. So what can ‘the rest of us’ do to achieve longer and straighter drives?

Optimizing launch conditions will maximize carry-distance, roll and control. To look at launch conditions such as ball speed, launch angle and ball spin we use a Ball Flight Monitor. But in reality you as a golfer are your own launch monitor. Every time you hit a golf shot, you evaluate impact and ball flight. Is it too low, too high, too far left or too far right? And then you try to achieve the correct ball flight on the next shot. Every golfer’s launch conditions are unique- it's important to remember that we are all individuals and that we all swing the club differently.

In the following segments, we will discuss Launch Angle, Ball Speed and Ball Spin. Then, you can analyze your equipment - driver loft, driver length, shaft flex, shaft characteristics and golf ball type to see how you can launch your drives longer.

Launch Angle

Launch Angle is the angle at which the ball takes off just after impact. Your goal in launching your drives further is a high launch angle with the proper amount of ball spin. The optimum launch angle is around 12 degrees (+/- 1 degree). Slower swing speeds will need a higher launch angle. And higher swing speeds can afford a lower launch angle. A minor setup adjustment that will initially help with launch angle is teeing the ball higher and moving it forward in the stance. More off the target-side front foot! This will help make contact with the ball on the upswing producing a higher launch. A major influence over launch angle is the loft of the driver. Swing speed can be used as a starting point to choose the proper loft for the driver but it also depends on the angle of attack. Each golfer should choose proper loft to fit their swing speed and angle of attack to improve the launch angle. Slower swing speeds will not be able to generate the ball speed needed to get any carry distance. This is one reason a great deal of golfers have more success off the tee with a 3-wood instead of a driver. A 3-wood has enough loft to get the ball in the air and provides a nice boost of confidence. Here are some guidelines in choosing driver loft:

• 60 to 70 mph = 12-14 degrees
• 70 to 80 mph = 11-13 degrees
• 80 to 90 mph = 10-12 degrees
• 90 to 100 mph = 9-11 degrees
• 100 mph + = 8-10 degrees

The design of the shaft can also help a golfer achieve their desired launch angle. A more flexible tip section will help increase launch angle and therefore increase carry distance. A stronger stable tip section will produce a lower more penetrating ball flight. Faster swing speed golfers tend to lose control with a flexible tip shaft. They accelerate such that the shaft lags behind and creates too low a launch angle.

To wrap up this segment, remember these points:

• Have you swing speed checked
• Swing speed is the place to start for choosing proper loft
• Angle of attack can influence launch angle
• Shaft characteristics can help achieve desired launch angle

Ball Speed

Ball Speed is a measurement of how fast the ball is traveling just after impact. Obviously, every golfer is trying to generate as much ball speed as possible. It is relative to the speed in which a golfer can swing a driver and how well they can hit the sweet spot or make solid contact. If golfer #1 swings all out and generates club speed of 100 mph but only transfers that energy into 120 mph ball speed, then he is not hitting the ball efficiently. Whereas, golfer #2 swings a driver at 90-95 mph and achieving ball speeds of 130-135 mph then he is getting more with less effort. Being more efficient! The first golfer needs to evaluate a few things so he can generate more ball speed. In our example, golfer #1 should evaluate his shaft flex, shaft weight and driver length. Choosing or being fit with the correct shaft flex is very important. The correct flex will help deliver the club head through impact most efficiently, and once again help with solid contact and generating more ball speed. Generally, a lighter shaft will help increase club speed because it makes the overall weight of the club lighter. Swing speed again is the place to start in choosing the correct flex. Each golfer should use as light and flexible a shaft as possible that he or she can control. Some general guidelines for shaft flex and swing speed are as follows:

• 60 - 70 mph = L flex
• 70 - 80 mph = A flex
• 80 - 90 mph = R flex
• 90 - 100 mph = S flex
• 100 mph + = X flex

Tempo and load on the shaft should also be considered when choosing shaft flex. A smooth-swinger can handle a softer flex shaft. The hard or quick swinger (a hitter more than swinger) may have to use a stronger flex for better results. If you can swing the driver fast enough but are not getting decent carry results, then a drop in shaft flex (going with a softer flex) may help you.

Another factor in improving ball speed is the length of the driver. A longer driver can increase club head speed, therefore increasing ball speed. But as the driver gets longer, it becomes harder to hit the sweet spot. Unfortunately, there is no set length for a driver. Club manufacturers have been making drivers longer over the past few years because shafts have been getting lighter. You want to play with as long shaft as possible that will allow you to make solid contact most often. Experimenting with different length drivers will help in finding the optimum length. Start with a driver 47 to 48 inches long and test-drive it. And then keep cutting a little off the butt end (1/2 inch at a time) until you find the length where you can generate the most club head speed and hit the center of the club face the most often. To review ball speed, remember these points:

• Ball speed is relative to club head speed
• Correct shaft flex is most important in delivering maximum distance and control
• Play with as light and flexible a shaft as possible that you can control
• Play with as long a shaft as possible that will allow you the most solid contact

We are all constantly trying to improve our golf swings. So we must continue work on grip, stance, posture, swing path and angle-of-attack because these will help with overall consistency. PGA Professionals all over the country are dedicated to making the game more enjoyable. They stress sound fundamentals to make the swing as simple as possible, because a simple swing is very efficient. This is why Tour Professionals make it look so easy. They are striving for a simple swing so they do not have to swing all out. They achieve their best results when they swing at 80 percent of their top swing speed. A smoother, more fluid swing will help you make more solid contact and generate more ball speed.

Ball Spin

Ball Spin is the most intriguing factor in launch conditions. For years, the top players in the world played with the softest, highest spinning balls available. This trend has changed. Tour players have gone to ball companies and had them make balls that spin less off the driver, less off the short irons- while still feeling soft around the greens. This is all well and good for these guys! The typical tour player is bigger, stronger and more physically fit than ever before. The balls that the tour players are using will not fit the average golfer because the average golfer cannot generate enough club speed and ball speed to keep these balls in the air. So the ball you choose when you go out to play will have a huge affect on launching your drives longer.

What type of ball is the average golfer (the golfer that plays once per week or month) likely to play with? There is a good chance that his or her choice is based on economics. (The most affordable one!) This ball is probably a two-piece distance ball that does not spin very much. What happens if our average golfer cannot generate a lot of club speed or does not have enough loft on his or her driver? A golf ball that does not spin enough for the average golfer will fall out of the air or just nose-dive like a dead duck. And even if you have been fit with the correct driver and you choose the wrong ball, you will be missing out on your maximum distance.

Titleist has done extensive research on fitting golf balls. Golfers with lower ball speeds and launch angles need more loft and a ball that spins more to create the lift needed to carry the ball. Even golfers with swing speeds approaching 100 mph may need a ball that spins significantly to keep the ball airborne. And as I mentioned earlier, Tour players are having balls designed to spin less off the driver and they have the luxury of trying drivers designed to launch higher and spin the ball less or vice versa. But they have enough ball speed to keep the ball in the air. So when you go to buy golf balls to play a round, think about what type of ball may benefit you more. Try a softer ball if you cannot generate a lot of ball speed! If your ball speed is up there then you can afford a ball that spins less.

And, of course, the shaft plays an important role in ball spin. Being fit with the correct shaft flex is the most important part of maximizing your distance. Typically, a heavier shaft will help with control. Shaft characteristics such as flex point, torque and tip stability can help reduce ball spin or create ball spin. For the golfer with a high launch angle and plenty of ball speed, a shaft with a strong tip section and a high flex point will reduce the spin and keep the ball from ballooning.

• Slower ball speed needs more ball spin to get lift and carry
• High flex point shaft can help reduce spin for higher swing speed golfers
• A flexible tip section or higher torque shaft can help increase spin

I hope you have enjoyed these thoughts on Launch Conditions. I know you have enough to think about while you are playing golf- like trying to avoid all the rough, sand traps and water hazards isn’t enough! Now you can contemplate your launch angle, ball spin and ball speed. Just do it before you get to the golf course.

ACCRA SC 85

Now Available 

Press Releases

January 2007

ACCRA Debuts New Shaft Line – ACCRA with AXIV Technology

Early Exclusive To Flagstick Magazine & GolfWRX.com, Ottawa, Ontario, January 23, 2007 - Three years ago, when their ACCRA brand shafts debuted at the PGA Tour’s Byron Nelson Classic, Dave Makarucha and Gawain Robertson, partners in their company, Premium Golf Management (PGMC), knew they were on to something great. Their concept had been simple when they struck a working agreement with United Sports Technologies and their parent company, Mamiya-OP - develop a premium golf shaft line strictly for high-end custom club fitters to ensure that their shafts would be properly fit.

Of course, the golf industry being as competitive as it is, it is always nice to achieve benchmarks that show you are heading in the right direction. One of those would be proving that they had a great product – what they felt was one of the best in the world. To get that feedback it could only come from one place – from the PGA Tour, where the best players in the world play.

They got their wish that May weekend outside of Dallas in 2004, when 15 shafts from their burgeoning line were put into play. From there says Robertson, “It just grew and grew, and grew.”

The fact is that three years later, they have a network of top club fitters around the world and a growing number of the worlds best touring professionals relying on their shafts to help them make their living. Stewart Cink, Paul Casey, Luke Donald – even the partial parade of players is impressive.

Their product line has also grown to include wood shafts in three price and fit ranges, graphite and steel shafts for irons, and even a hybrid specific shaft. They are revered by premium players for providing tight dispersion on all shots while still maintaining a smooth feel – a combination that is very hard to resist, no matter the price. (Shaft prices are determined by dealer and is backed by a 30 day performance guarantee)

Robertson and Makarucha, actually based in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, say that in creating those initial product lines they did several things that ensured a successful launch. “The game was changing, especially with the ball, at that point,” says Robertson, a former PGA Professional. “With the ball spinning less and not flying as high we felt there was a demand for a shaft that would help provide a higher launch angle and lower spin. To do that while making sure the shafts still had feel and were fit correctly, as golfers ourselves, we felt it would appeal to other players.”

In keeping with the philosophy of responding to the market the pair says they continually listen to their dealers as well as their end customers for feedback. The result has been a number of new shaft options but none have been as revolutionary as what they will be offering for 2007.

“ACCRA dealers around the world requested a mid-launch shaft to complement the incredible results achieved by the current ACCRA line-up,” says Robertson. With club heads (specifically drivers) reaching an unprecedented level of Moment of Inertia, the profile of drivers has been shifting and a market has opened up for shafts to match.

Their response? Instead of just altering their current line-up to change the launch characteristics, they took it a step further to not only achieve the ball flight, but also to take their shafts to a higher level of feel. After a lengthy design process involving ACCRA/UST engineers and live player testing, they came up with the ACCRA with AXIV technology shafts.

Already in use by parent company Mamiya-OP in a “J-Spec” line of shafts (designed for the Asian market), AXIV Tetra-Axial (4 axis) weave is one of the most exotic materials used in the production of golf shafts today. It is a proprietary and exclusive material to Mamiya-OP. The new line takes the best of AXIV technology and blends it with the advancements of the ACCRA line to create a product perfectly suited to the full scope of worldwide golfers.

The AXIV Open Weave material allows engineers to weave four different modulus carbon fibres in four different directions in one material. That has a two-fold advantage for the new shafts, according to the company - extra feel and greater strength. The grip section of the shaft is very susceptible to deformation so it normally has to be very strong. Most companies achieve this by adding extra plies of graphite material. This reduces feel, something that was not very desirable for ACCRA, who are especially known for smooth feeling shafts. Use of the AXIV weave was a perfect solution, allowing the strength levels to be reached while actually increasing feel.

“From the beginning we have had a mandate to use the best materials to create the product our customers desired, no matter the cost,” says Robertson. “The use of AXIV technology is just another way of not compromising, but of finding a way to produce a better product – one that addresses what the market demands.”

PGMC will debut three ACCRA with AXIV technology shaft models today to their dealers today in Florida at a special event prior to the annual PGA Merchandise Show. The XT, XC, and XE models mimic the three levels offered in the current ACCRA shaft line. In each shaft the AXIV weave is quite visible near the grip area while the body of the shafts retains a familiar ACCRA look. (Official Images will be posted immediately upon receipt.)

The XT will be offered in 60 and 70-gram categories (flexes M2-M5): the XC will debut in 65 and 75 designations (flexes M3-M5), while the XE arrives in an 80 class in M4 and M5 flex designations. All shafts are .335” tip with a 4” parallel tip length. The full weight range runs from 64-87 grams.


December 2006

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts Introduces the new SC 85

Ontario , Canada — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts have been used by more than 100 PGA Tour players during the past two seasons and have aided Tour players around the world with multiple victories.
ACCRA is proud to announce the introduction of its newest shaft, the ACCRA SC 85. The ACCRA SC series that has been one of the most used shafts on Tour since its introduction 2 ½ years ago. The SC 65, SC 75, and SC 95’s are being used by past Major Champions, current World top 10’s, and recent Ryder Cup participants.
The new ACCRA SC 85 will provide keen golfers with the ultimate combination of power and feel.
The new ACCRA SC 85 provides golfer with the unique combination of super low torque (2.4) yet with a tip section so responsive that increased ball velocity is virtually always the result.
“In the past, low torque shafts were tip stiff and had a boardy feel. What our engineers were able to accomplish is remarkable.” states Gawain Robertson (Partner- ACCRA Golf shafts) “Our engineers added the highest modulus composite materials available to create unreal hoop strength to this shaft (shaft recovers back to round faster than any other shaft). So what happens is the firm butt section of the shaft combined with the hoop strength and the super low torque provide you with unbelievable stability (straight shots), while the responsive tip section gives you the unbeatable power” continued Robertson
ACCRA shafts are only available through the very best Club Fitters in the world. “It is our belief that if we are going to offer the worlds most technologically advanced golf shafts, they should only be expertly fit and built by the very best,” said David Makarucha (Partner – ACCRA Golf Shafts). “ ACCRA dealers have proven themselves to be experts at all aspects of Club Fitting and Club Building. If you find an ACCRA dealer then be comfortable that you have found a true Professional at their craft.” continued Makarucha.
“The only way to understand the ACCRA SC’s feel is to try it for yourself. Feel is what ACCRA is all about, there are lots of stable shafts on the market, there are lot’s of low torque shafts on the market, and there are lots of responsive tip shafts on the market” says Mr. Robertson “But ACCRA is the shaft that combines all of these into one!”

September 2006

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts at the 2006 Ryder Cup

Ontario , Canada — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC-ACCRA Golf Shafts) is excited to report that of the recent success of ACCRA premium golf shafts at the 2006 Ryder Cup.

Fresh off a huge victory at the recent World Match Play Championships the Cheltenham, England native and Scottsdale Arizona resident “wowed” the crowds at the K club with his exciting play. A final day singles victory over the #3 player in the world capped off a 3 point Ryder cup and a taste of champagne with his victorious teammates. This multiple champion on the European Tour switched to an ACCRA SC 75 to power his Nike Sasquatch Driver during an incredible run that began with 4 th place finish at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational and has culminated with a spot atop the European Tour Order of Merit and a Ryder Cup.

A bright spot on the US Ryder Cup Team was a captains pick who’s recent success at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational with a 2 nd place finish catapulted him to a 2 ½ point Ryder Cup (second best amongst his teammates).
Facing the seemingly unstoppable Spaniard in singles matches, this Georgia Tech Grad birdied 4 of his first 5 holes and powered his way to a decisive victory on the final day of the Ryder Cup. Using an ACCRA SE80 in both of his Nike Sasquatch driver and 3 wood, this three time PGA tour champion attempted to ignite his fellow countrymen with the huge victory in the important number 2 slot.
In a final singles victory for ACCRA players at the 2006 Ryder Cup, a 29 year old English PGA Tour Champion downed the 2004 Tour Champion 2 and 1. This young High Wycombe and Chicago resident is widely recognized as on of the best golfers in the world and has trusted his Sonartec 3 wood with an ACCRA SC 75 for several years now.
ACCRA congratulates both teams for their remarkable display of shot making throughout the three day event.
More than 100 players have now used ACCRA premium graphite shafts in PGA Tour events in the last 18 months. ACCRA continues to show remarkable loyalty from Tour players worldwide. ACCRA is only available through the very best Club Fitters in the world. “It is our belief that if we are going to offer the worlds most technologically advanced golf shafts, they should only be expertly fit and built by the very best,” said Gawain Robertson (Partner – ACCRA Golf Shafts). “We have spent more than two years finding the very best Club Fitters in the world and we will continue to grow our dealer network without sacrificing our current level of quality,” continued Robertson.
The SE 80 and new SE 80* and SE 70* combine incredibly low torque (1.5 -2.0) while retaining a super active tip section. The active tip and incredibly strong “hoop” strength is revolutionary and week in and week out continues to power Tour Professionals worldwide to top finishes. “The low torque and hoop strength provides golfers with spin control and stability while the active tip section offers unparalleled “feel” and maximum ball speed,” says Robertson.

“All ACCRA’s incorporate these unique design features, but only a certified ACCRA dealer can help you discover which ACCRA is best for your swing,” added Dave Makarucha (Partner – ACCRA Golf Shafts).

ACCRA graphite shafts are engineered by UST and Mamiya OP-Japan.

August 2006

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts Place 3 in the top 8 at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational

Ontario, Canada — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is excited to report that the 3 of the top 8 finishers at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational trusted ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts to help them achieve success.
The 2 nd place finisher at the Bridgestone Invitational used not one but two ACCRA SE80’s and averaged over 306 yards off the tee with his Nike Sasquatch as he tracked down the number one player in the world only to lose in an exciting 4 hole playoff.
Also part of the final group was a young Englishman who just switched to an ACCRA SC 75 in his Nike Sasquatch this past week. The Ryder Cupper finished a strong 4 th while over powering the course by averaging more than 317 yards per drive.
The third member of the ACCRA top 8 threesome (yet another Ryder Cupper from England) used his Sonartec three wood powered by an ACCRA SC 75 to perfection on route to an eighth place finish.
More than 100 players have now used ACCRA premium graphite shafts in PGA Tour events in the last 18 months. ACCRA continues to show remarkable loyalty from Tour players worldwide. ACCRA is only available through the very best Club Fitters in the world. “It is our belief that if we are going to offer the worlds most technologically advanced golf shafts, they should only be expertly fit and built by the very best,” said Gawain Robertson (Partner – ACCRA Golf Shafts). “We have spent more than two years finding the very best Club Fitters in the world and we will continue to grow our dealer network without sacrificing our current level of quality,” continued Robertson.
The SE 80 and new SE 80* and SE 70* combine incredibly low torque (1.5 -2.0) while retaining a super active tip section. The active tip and incredibly strong “hoop” strength is revolutionary and week in and week out continues to power Tour Professionals worldwide to top finishes. “The low torque and hoop strength provides golfers with spin control and stability while the active tip section offers unparalleled “feel” and maximum ball speed,” says Robertson.
“All ACCRA’s incorporate these unique design features, but only a certified ACCRA dealer can help you discover which ACCRA is best for your swing,” added Dave Makarucha (Partner – ACCRA Golf Shafts).

May 2006

ACCRA wins again and again

Kingston , Ont. — ACCRA premium golf shafts are on a serious roll and “we are just proud to be a part of a couple of big victories” stated Jim McIntosh (ACCRA/UST Tour Rep.). The past two PGA Tour champions have trusted multiple clubs the ACCRA shafts. First at the Verizon Heritage a young Austrailian celebrated his first PGA Tour victory using ACCRA SC series shafts in his fairway woods then at the Zurich Championship another first time Champion trusted his driver and fairway woods to the venerable ACCRA SE series shafts.
ACCRA Shafts will be celabrating the second anniversary of it’s official introduction at the 2004 Byron Nelson Championship and “we couldn’t have imagined any better way of marking this event than by congratulating some worthy first time PGA Tour Champions” continued McIntosh
The senior design engineer of the ACCRA product line Akira Unosawa was equally thrilled by the continued success of his designs. The ACCRA product line offers all levels of golfers the unique combination of “feel” and “stability”. The low torque combined with an incredibly active tip section is not the only unique characteristic of ACCRA. “It’s all in the shaft construction” says Unosawa. “The revolutionary use of aerospace grade materials and a revolutionary manufacturing process has created a shaft that is unparalleled in performance” continued Unosawa.
Akira graduated from Nihon University in Japan and began his engineering career at Mamiya OP in Japan.
4 years ago Akira brought his Mamiya experience to the design team at UST. His progressive outlook to the shaft industry has created a number of breakthrough products.
In 2003, Akira was challenged to create a shaft with specifications that exceeded that of all the competition. With the changes in golf ball design and club head sizes increasing at a dramatic rate, it became apparent that a product that combined the stability of the current Tip Stiff designs and the ability to increase launch angles by creating an active tip section was what was needed.
“ACCRA allows our design team the flexibility to design the very best without the normal constraints of material costs, R & D costs, manufacturing costs, and production expenses. The fact is, with ACCRA we are allowed to design the very best without any barriers. The most difficult issue was to create distinctive specifications that included a unique combination of low torque, light weight, durability and performance.” said Akira in explaining his unique experiences with the ACCRA program  “It is generally conflicting to design a shaft with  low torque and light weight while maintaining superior performance” continued Akira.
Akira set out to design the perfect shaft for today’s golf “weapons”, his technical breakthroughs remain unmatched in a highly competitive industry. His combination of incredibly strong hoop strength, super low torque all combined with a remarkably active tip section is revolutionary. Never before were all levels of golfer able to experience extreme stability and “feel”.
“The most difficult issue was to create distinctive specifications that included a unique combination of low torque, light weight, durability and performance.” said Akira in explaining his unique experiences with the ACCRA program  “It is generally conflicting to design a shaft with  low torque and light weight while maintaining superior performance” continued Akira.

“The Challenge is to design a shaft which has the lowest torque combined with the lightest weight” remains his ultimate goal. And with that goal in mind the best is yet to come with Akira and ACCRA.

April 2006

ACCRA wins again and welcomes new “Partners”

 Kingston, Ont. — ACCRA premium golf shafts are proud to be the shaft of choice for the 2006 Verizon Heritage’s popular first time Champion. The first time PGA Champion chooses to play ACCRA SC 95’s in both his With more than 200 ACCRA certified partners worldwide, ACCRA continues to prove that a “Tour Proven” shaft fitted by the very best club fitters in the world will help any level of golfer improve their game.
Since bursting onto the scene in 1999 by winning the Austrailian Open as an amateur and then backing it up with a repeat victory the following year as an Professional, this Austrailian has been considered a “can’t miss” by most golf pundit’s for several years now. Born in New Hampshire his family moved back to Austrailia just before his 3 rd birthday. Introduced to the game at eight years of age, he racked up the two Austrailian Opens along with the 2001 Greg Norman Holden International prior to bursting onto the PGA Tour.
During the past several years the PGA Tour latest Champion has continuously trusted his game with ACCRA premium shafts. In 2005 he choose the ACCRA SE 80 to power his Cleveland Driver and 3 wood while relying on the ACCRA SC 95 to launch balls from his MacGregor 5 wood. For his first PGA Tour victory, he chose the ACCRA SC 95 to power his
Meanwhile, a 28 year old Adelaide native followed his Victory (with ACCRA TOUR STEEL shafts) at the WGC – Accenture Match Play with another fine finish at the Honda Classic. Powered by pin point iron shots that lead to 4 eagles for the week during extremely difficult scoring conditions he raised his rank to number 2 on the PGA Tours money list.
“Selecting the very best equipment for your game is a major priority during the off season and when a player chooses to make a wholesale change but maintains his shafts, we sure take that as a compliment,” stated Mike Biviano (Royal Precision). “Two years of refinement and Tour recommendations went into the creation of Royal Precision’s ACCRA Tour Steel iron shafts enabling Royal Precision to produce the world’s most advanced stepped shaft.”
Designed and engineered by Royal Precision — America’s leading manufacturer of premium steel shafts — the Accra Tour steel shaft possesses unique performance characteristics which have been praised for its incredible feel. The all-new Accra Tour steel shaft features a proprietary step pattern which provides enhanced control and an extremely smooth feel at impact and an ‘Internal Stability Control’ system that reduces vibration. The shafts also incorporate a unique design that allows for ball flight patterns and flex to be manipulated for customized shaft performance.
“The Accra Tour Steel shaft is extremely special,” says Ray Lucas, (Royal Precision). “The shafts were designed with the industry’s best custom clubmakers in mind, and the progressive step pattern provides for an almost seamless transfer of energy at impact. The customization options available in this shaft are also unique, and Accra Tour steel shafts feature a double-nickel finish which makes them an elegant option with Tour-winning results.”
“The ACCRA line of Premium steel and graphite shafts are played on Tours around the world but most importantly, anyone can be fit just like the Tour Professionals. Just visit any one of our 180+ Certified ACCRA Partners custom studios and ask to be custom fit,” said Dave Makarucha (PGMC) “In fact, ACCRA Partners are able to design a set of ACCRA Tour Steel shafts perfectly for you. With multiple flight patterns to ensure your short irons don’t balloon, yet your longer irons still fly high and land softly. Only ACCRA Certified Partners will be able to access which weight, flex and flight pattern combination will best suit your game,” continued Makarucha.
Accra branded premium golf shafts are distributed exclusively by Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC) of Kingston, Ontario. For more information on the Accra Tour steel visit or call Precision Golf Solutions in Gainesville, Fl 1-866-371-0026 (local 352-371-9500).

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March 2006

ACCRA packs a one-two punch at the Honda Classic
Kingston , Ont. — ACCRA premium golf shafts continue there immense success on Professional Golf Tours worldwide. This past week at the Honda Classic in Palm Beach Gardens , Tour Professionals relying on ACCRA branded products finished one – two.

Since bursting onto the scene in 2001, this 28 year old Northwestern grad from Hempstead , England has been considered one of the finest ball strikers on Tour. He has relied on his trusty Sonartec three wood and ACCRA SC75 shafts one a few years now, and this past week it helped power him to his second PGA Tour victory.

Meanwhile, a 28 year old Adelaide native followed his Victory (with ACCRA TOUR STEEL shafts) at the WGC – Accenture Match Play with another fine finish at the Honda Classic. Powered by pin point iron shots that lead to 4 eagles for the week during extremely difficult scoring conditions he raised his rank to number 2 on the PGA Tours money list.

“Selecting the very best equipment for your game is a major priority during the off season and when a player chooses to make a wholesale change but maintains his shafts, we sure take that as a compliment,” stated Mike Biviano (Royal Precision). “Two years of refinement and Tour recommendations went into the creation of Royal Precision’s ACCRA Tour Steel iron shafts enabling Royal Precision to produce the world’s most advanced stepped shaft.”
Designed and engineered by Royal Precision — America’s leading manufacturer of premium steel shafts — the Accra Tour steel shaft possesses unique performance characteristics which have been praised for its incredible feel. The all-new Accra Tour steel shaft features a proprietary step pattern which provides enhanced control and an extremely smooth feel at impact and an ‘Internal Stability Control’ system that reduces vibration. The shafts also incorporate a unique design that allows for ball flight patterns and flex to be manipulated for customized shaft performance.
“The Accra Tour Steel shaft is extremely special,” says Ray Lucas, (Royal Precision). “The shafts were designed with the industry’s best custom clubmakers in mind, and the progressive step pattern provides for an almost seamless transfer of energy at impact. The customization options available in this shaft are also unique, and Accra Tour steel shafts feature a double-nickel finish which makes them an elegant option with Tour-winning results.”

“The ACCRA line of Premium steel and graphite shafts are played on Tours around the world but most importantly, anyone can be fit just like the Tour Professionals. Just visit any one of our 180+ Certified ACCRA Partners custom studios and ask to be custom fit,” said Dave Makarucha (PGMC) “In fact, ACCRA Partners are able to design a set of ACCRA Tour Steel shafts perfectly for you. With multiple flight patterns to ensure your short irons don’t balloon, yet your longer irons still fly high and land softly. Only ACCRA Certified Partners will be able to access which weight, flex and flight pattern combination will best suit your game,” continued Makarucha.

Accra branded premium golf shafts are distributed exclusively by Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC) of Kingston, Ontario. For more information on the Accra Tour steel visit or call Precision Golf Solutions in Gainesville, Fl 1-866-371-0026 (local 352-371-9500). 

February 2006

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts introduces new i Series graphite iron shafts at the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show

Kingston , Ontario — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is proud to introduce the first ACCRA branded graphite iron shaft.
Introduced at the 2006 PGA merchandise show, the ACCRA i series of graphite iron shafts institutes the revolutionary ACCRA Tolerance Technology to the graphite iron segment of the market.
The ACCRA i Series is available in 50, 60, 70, 80, and 90 options that allows the Professional Club Fitter unique opportunities to perfectly fit the golfer with a weight and flex option totally suited to their game.
“The radical tip section technology ensures that whichever combination of weight and flex may be right for you, the tip section will remain constant in it’s feel and strength” stated David Makarucha (PGMC).
“More than a year of work went into developing this product” continued Makarucha “developing a super premium graphite iron shaft that allows Professional Club Fitters complete freedom, yet maintains the ACCRA commitment to quality and performance is never easy”.
“ACCRA i Series graphite iron shafts are only the first of a number of new and exciting extensions to our current line up of Tour proven premium graphite and steel shafts” said Gawain Robertson (PGMC) “ The ACCRA i Series revolutionizes the world of graphite iron blanks. Allowing our ACCRA Partners the opportunity to work their magic on a 42 inch blank ensures that the golfer will be fitted to an extent that they have never been fitted before.” Continued Mr. Robertson.
ACCRA graphite shafts are engineered by UST and Mamiya OP-Japan and ACCRA Tour Steel shafts are engineered by Royal Precision. ACCRA Premium shafts are only available through ACCRA Certified Partners; visit or call Precision Golf Solutions in Gainesville, Fl 1-866-371-0026 (local 352-371-9500).

ACCRA Tour Steel Shaft Wins First World Championship Event of 2006
-Champion Rising Steadily In World Rankings Since Switch-

Kingston, Ont. — One year ago, we reported on an exciting victory by a young Australian using Royal Precision’s new ACCRA Tour Steel shafts. We are even more excited to congratulate the same player on his latest victory, a triumphant display of skill as he faced off against the best players in the world and prevailed as the WGC-Accenture Match Play Champion.
The last twelve months have quickly established the 28 year old Adelaide native as a force in professional golf and the ACCRA Tour Steel shafts by Royal Precision have stood as the cornerstone of his equipment throughout, even as he made the transition from one equipment company to another. In just a year he has risen from 83 rd to 26 th in the Official World Golf Rankings.
“Selecting the very best equipment for your game is a major priority during the off season and when a player chooses to make a wholesale change but maintains his shafts, we sure take that as a compliment,” stated Mike Biviano (Royal Precision). “Two years of refinement and Tour recommendations went into the creation of Royal Precision’s ACCRA Tour Steel iron shafts enabling Royal Precision to produce the world’s most advanced stepped shaft.”

Designed and engineered by Royal Precision — America’s leading manufacturer of premium steel shafts — the Accra Tour steel shaft possesses unique performance characteristics which have been praised for its incredible feel. The all-new Accra Tour steel shaft features a proprietary step pattern which provides enhanced control and an extremely smooth feel at impact and an ‘Internal Stability Control’ system that reduces vibration. The shafts also incorporate a unique design that allows for ball flight patterns and flex to be manipulated for customized shaft performance.

“The Accra Tour Steel shaft is extremely special,” says Ray Lucas, (Royal Precision). “The shafts were designed with the industry’s best custom clubmakers in mind, and the progressive step pattern provides for an almost seamless transfer of energy at impact. The customization options available in this shaft are also unique, and Accra Tour steel shafts feature a double-nickel finish which makes them an elegant option with Tour-winning results.”

“The ACCRA line of Premium steel and graphite shafts are played on Tours around the world but most importantly, anyone can be fit just like the Tour Professionals. Just visit any one of our 180+ Certified ACCRA Partners custom studios and ask to be custom fit,” said Dave Makarucha (PGMC) “In fact, ACCRA Partners are able to design a set of ACCRA Tour Steel shafts perfectly for you. With multiple flight patterns to ensure your short irons don’t balloon, yet your longer irons still fly high and land softly. Only ACCRA Certified Partners will be able to access which weight, flex and flight pattern combination will best suit your game,” continued Makarucha.

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts introduces new SE 80* at the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show

Kingston , Ontario — ACCRA Golf Shafts / Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is proud to announce the arrival of the new ACCRA SE80*.
“The ACCRA SE 80 has experienced phenomenal success on the PGA Tour since its introduction at the 2004 Byron Nelson. It is the flagship of the revolutionary ACCRA low torque/responsive tip technology” stated Jim McIntosh (UST/ACCRA Tour Rep.). “Our commitment to the Tour drove the engineers at UST and Mamiya OP to create the all new ACCRA SE 80*” continued “Tosh”.
The new SE 80* maintains the SE 80’s, industry leading, torque ratings while offering an even more active tip section for increased club head speed and increased “feel”. The ACCRA SE 80* continues the SE tradition of using ultra high modulus 80 ton prepreg used in the worlds most advanced aircraft. In a high performance golf shaft it provides the discerning golfer with the unsurpassed combination of stability, controlled spin rates, optimal launch angles and most importantly FEEL.
Introduced to ACCRA certified partners at the 2006 PGA merchandise show, the ACCRA SE 80* has experienced exception success on the PGA Tour since it’s introduction in late 2005 and are now available to the public through any of the 180+ ACCRA partners worldwide.
If you wish to experience the ultimate in performance visit a certified ACCRA partner to be perfectly fit to maximize the playability of your golf clubs. Visit or call Precision Golf Solutions in Gainesville, Fl 1-866-371-0026 (local 352-371-9500).

January 2006

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts Dominate Driving Stats at the FBR Open in Phoenix

Kingston , Ontario — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is excited to report that the #1 and # 2 driving distance leaders at the FBR Open in Phoenix used ACCRA branded products to dominate the field in this category.

Not only did the 2 nd place finisher at the FBR Open average 317 yards off the tee to lead the field in driving distance but he also finished tied for 5 th in driving accuracy. This astonishing feat was accomplished using an ACCRA SC 75 shaft and a 9.5 degree Titleist 905S head. The SC 75 shaft introduced the world of golf to the power of Low Torque/Responsive Tip technology a couple of years ago and is a favorite of Tour players worldwide. He also used the same SC 75 shaft in his 3 and 5 woods demonstrating the versatility of this shaft.

The second longest driver during this event averaged over 315 yards using an ACCRA SE 80 shaft in a 10.5 degree Nike SQ Tour head. The combination of 1.5 torque, Active Tip and incredibly strong “hoop” strength is revolutionary and proves week in and week out to power Tour Professionals worldwide to top finishes. Not only did he power his driver with an ACCRA SE 80 but he also used the ACCRA SE 80 in his 3 and 5 wood for maximum distance and control.
“ ACCRA branded shafts are designed to perform for the best players in the world but this unique technology is also designed for golfers of all levels” Stated Gawain Robertson (PGMC). “Although all ACCRA shafts possess the powerfully active tip section for maximum club head speed, each model contains varied torque to tip deflection ratios so that any golfer can maximize their ball speed and launch angle conditions. When fitted properly, virtually all golfers can experience the dramatic benefits that the worlds best players feel when using ACCRA branded premium shafts,” continued Mr. Robertson.

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts introduces new i Series graphite iron shafts at the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show

Kingston , Ontario — Premium Golf Management Co. (PGMC), exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is proud to introduce the first ACCRA branded graphite iron shaft.
Introduced at the 2006 PGA merchandise show, the ACCRA i series of graphite iron shafts institutes the revolutionary ACCRA Tolerance Technology to the graphite iron segment of the market.
The ACCRA i Series is available in 50, 60, 70, 80, and 90 options that allows the Professional Club Fitter unique opportunities to perfectly fit the golfer with a weight and flex option totally suited to their game.
“The radical tip section technology ensures that whichever combination of weight and flex may be right for you, the tip section will remain constant in it’s feel and strength” stated David Makarucha (PGMC).
“More than a year of work went into developing this product” continued Makarucha “developing a super premium graphite iron shaft that allows Professional Club Fitters complete freedom, yet maintains the ACCRA commitment to quality and performance is never easy”.
“ACCRA i Series graphite iron shafts are only the first of a number of new and exciting extensions to our current line up of Tour proven premium graphite and steel shafts” said Gawain Robertson (PGMC) “ The ACCRA i Series revolutionizes the world of graphite iron blanks. Allowing our ACCRA Partners the opportunity to work their magic on a 42 inch blank ensures that the golfer will be fitted to an extent that they have never been fitted before.” Continued Mr. Robertson.

ACCRA Premium Golf Shafts announces participation in the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show

Kingston , Ontario — PGMC, exclusive distributors for the ACCRA brand of premium golf shafts, is excited to announce that ACCRA branded products will be at the 2006 PGA Merchandise show.

“We at PGMC/ACCRA believe that the support of the industry’s single most important event is crucial to the success of our brand” stated Gawain Robertson (PGMC).

“We will kick off the week with our first annual ACCRA Golf Day and by the response we have had, it looks like this may become a yearly gathering of the golf industry’s top Club Fitters” continued Mr. Robertson.

ACCRA products will be available to test at the ETA (Equipment Test Area) and the ACCRA tent will be easy to find on the indoor range throughout the show.

Those wishing to test some of the world’s most advanced shafts can drop by the ACCRA tent at the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show & Convention, January 26-29, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fl. “We will also have a number of drivers made up to the same specs or actually used by some of our impressive list of Tour Players. This will give attendees a chance to feel a Tour players club” continued Mr. Robertson.

“We will have all of our New and Tour proven products there to test at your convenience” said Dave Makarucha (PGMC) “ and we will also be available to discuss opportunities for qualified Golf Professionals and Club Fitters to become ACCRA Partners in 2006.” Continued Mr. Makarucha.

Also available to test at the ACCRA tent will be all of the latest offering from UST including the massively popular ProForce V2.

Few other Golf Shaft companies have achieved the success of ACCRA so quickly. Since its introduction as an independent line of shafts in May of 2004, ACCRA has astonished industry onlookers with its success. Beginning with 15 shafts in play in ACCRA ’s first week on Tour to more than 75 PGA Tour Professionals using ACCRA ’s in 2005, ACCRA continues to grow.

As we enter 2006 ACCRA is available at more than 180 “Certified ACCRA Dealer” locations around the world. These dealers (Partners) are considered to be the very best at Club Fitting and Club Making.