The UST Mamiya LIN-Q PowerCore Blue is a high-performance wood shaft designed for golfers seeking a "stable mid-trajectory" and "low-spin performance." To achieve easy timing and highly repeatable trajectories regardless of head speed or swing type, the dedicated mandrels and material compositions are optimized for each flex and trajectory.
Its greatest features are the fusion of UST Mamiya's unique Q-Ply material, nano-resin system, and PowerCore structure. The Q-Ply material, which maximizes fiber orientation efficiency, and the nano-level controlled resin structure suppress unwanted twisting throughout the shaft. Furthermore, the PowerCore structure improves multi-axial stability and hoop rigidity, enhancing energy transfer efficiency at impact.
As a result, even on mishits, head behavior remains stable, ball speed loss is minimized, and powerful shots that extend forward with a stable mid-trajectory are achieved. Spin is not excessively increased even when hitting hard, suppressing ballooning. This highly reliable shaft is suitable for a wide range of golfers, from beginners to advanced players, who prioritize the balance of distance, direction, and operability, maximizing the performance of drivers and fairway woods.
<Specifications>
Common specifications
・Bend Point: Mid
・Tip diameter: 0.335 inches
・Tip parallel length: 3.0 inches
・Shaft length: 46 inches
→ Designed to be compatible with a wide range of heads and easy to reshaft or install with sleeves
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 5A
Flex: A
Weight: 56g
Torque: 4.0°
Features: Lightweight and easy to utilize its flexibility, making it easy to launch the ball even with slow head speeds.
Recommended for: Players with less power, seniors, and those with a smooth tempo.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 5R
Flex: R
Weight: 57g
Torque: 4.0°
Features: Moderate flexibility makes timing easy, resulting in a stable trajectory.
Recommended for: Amateur players with average head speed, and a standard choice for those who prefer R flex.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 5S
Flex: S
Weight: 58g
Torque: 3.9°
Features: While lightweight, it offers high operability and a good balance of swing-through and straightness.
Recommended for: Golfers who want both directionality without sacrificing head speed.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 6R
Flex: R
Weight: 67g
Torque: 3.6°
Features: Increased stability due to its weight, stable transition, and strong against mishits.
Recommended for: Those who find lighter shafts unsuitable.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 6S
Flex: S
Weight: 68g
Torque: 3.5°
Features: Achieves both a solid feel and straightness, resistant to going left even when hitting hard.
Recommended for: Head speed around 40m/s, those who prioritize stability.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 6X
Flex: X
Weight: 72g
Torque: 3.5°
Features: Stable at the hands, with strength that doesn't lose out at impact.
Recommended for: Aggressive hitters, those who want to suppress hooks.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 7S
Flex: S
Weight: 77g
Torque: 2.9°
Features: Excellent directionality with low torque, suppresses ballooning.
Recommended for: Intermediate to advanced players accustomed to heavier shafts.
LIN-Q PowerCore BLUE 7X
Flex: X
Weight: 77g
Torque: 2.8°
Features: One of the most stable in the series, for hard hitters.
Recommended for: Head speed 45m/s or higher, those who want to suppress deviation even with powerful swings.
<Key Points>
UST Mamiya
UST Mamiya
LIN-Q
LIN-Q PowerCore
LIN-Q Blue
PowerCore Blue
Link PowerCore
Link Blue
Golf Shaft
Wood Shaft
Driver Shaft
Fairway Wood Shaft
Mid-trajectory Shaft
Low-spin Shaft
Stability Focused
Stable Direction
Easy to Swing Shaft
Easy to Time
High Reproducibility
Increased Ball Speed
Distance Focused
Strong against Mishits
Improved Straightness
Q-Ply
Nano-resin
PowerCore
High Stiffness Shaft
Multi-weight
Custom Shaft
Sleeve Compatible
Beginner Golfer
Intermediate Golfer
Advanced Golfer
Competitive Golf
Tour Series Shaft
Operability Focused
Stable Trajectory
Stable Transition
Powerful Hitting Shaft
Spin Suppression
Stable Fade
Stable Draw