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Graphite Design Tour AD XC Driver Shaft
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(Assembled) Graphite Design Tour AD XC Driver Shaft with Adapter Ti...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Graphite Design Tour AD XC ("Xtra Carry") pairs a soft butt with a stiff mid and stiff tip. Graphite Design rates the lighter builds mid launch and the heavier ones low/mid, with low to low/mid spin. We sell XC-4 to XC-8 in R2 to TX flex. It arrives assembled with your choice of adapter and grip, ready to attach to your driver or fairway wood head.
What You Get
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Included | The shaft with your adapter tip and grip installed. Club head not included. |
| Club | Driver, mini driver or fairway wood |
| Adapter tip | Callaway, Cleveland, Cobra, Krank, Mizuno, Ping, PXG, Srixon, TaylorMade, Titleist, Tour Edge or Wilson, with your hosel setting (see all shaft adapters) |
| Length (adapter tip to grip) | The standard length for your head model, a custom length (42" to 46.5" driver, 38.5" to 43.5" fairway), or left uncut |
| Grip | Golf Pride, SuperStroke, Iomic or JumboMax, logo up or down, with up to 5 wraps of tape |
| Build time | Made to order. Allow 2 to 3 extra business days before it ships. |
| Returns | Built to order, so assembled shafts can't be returned. See our return policy. |
Not sure about flex, length or adapter? Contact us before you order and we'll help you confirm the build.
Who It's For
Good fit if you...
- Want a lower, flatter flight with low spin
- Like an active, soft handle feel with a stable mid and tip
- Want a wide choice of weights, from 47 g to 85 g
- Swing from about 71 mph up to 110+ mph
Not the right fit if you...
- Need more height: the Tour AD DI is rated high launch
- Want a soft tip to help the ball up
- Want the lowest-launching Tour AD: the VF is rated low to mid with a very stiff tip
How It Plays
Graphite Design builds the XC with a soft butt section and a stiff mid and stiff tip, with a mid-high kick point. Its spec table rates the XC-4 and most XC-5 builds mid launch, and the XC-5 X and every XC-6 to XC-8 build low/mid launch. Spin runs low/mid on the lighter and softer builds and low on the rest.
Toray M40X carbon fiber prepreg runs through the mid to tip section, and Toray T1100G with NANOALLOY sits in the tip. Graphite Design says the combination keeps the tip stable without losing feel.
It is finished in black with silver and red accents and a matte clear coat.
Specifications
| Model | Flex | Weight (g) | Torque | Butt Dia. | Bend Pt. | Spin | Launch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC-4 | R2 | 47 | 5.7 | 0.593 | M/H | L/M | M |
| XC-4 | R1 | 47 | 5.7 | 0.593 | M/H | L/M | M |
| XC-4 | S | 48 | 5.7 | 0.593 | M/H | L/M | M |
| XC-5 | R2 | 54 | 4.3 | 0.594 | M/H | L/M | M |
| XC-5 | R1 | 54 | 4.2 | 0.594 | M/H | L/M | M |
| XC-5 | S | 56 | 4.2 | 0.596 | M/H | L | M |
| XC-5 | X | 58 | 4.2 | 0.600 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-6 | SR | 62 | 3.2 | 0.596 | M/H | L/M | L/M |
| XC-6 | S | 64 | 3.2 | 0.598 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-6 | X | 65 | 3.2 | 0.600 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-6 | TX | 67.5 | 3.2 | 0.602 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-7 | S | 73 | 3.0 | 0.598 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-7 | X | 75 | 3.0 | 0.600 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-7 | TX | 76.5 | 3.0 | 0.602 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-8 | S | 83 | 2.8 | 0.604 | M/H | L | L/M |
| XC-8 | X | 85 | 2.8 | 0.606 | M/H | L | L/M |
Material: graphite (Toray M40X mid to tip, Toray T1100G with NANOALLOY in the tip) | Tip diameter: 0.335" | Parallel tip: 3.0" | Raw length: 46" (before assembly) | R2 = lite/senior, R1 = regular, SR = stiff regular, TX = tour x-stiff | L = low, M = mid, H = high, L/M = low/mid, M/H = mid/high (Graphite Design ratings) | Source: Graphite Design official Tour AD XC specs, checked October 2026
How the Tour AD XC Compares
| Tour AD XC | Tour AD FI | Tour AD VF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | Mid to Low/Mid | Mid | Low to Mid |
| Spin | Low to Low/Mid | Low to Low/Mid | Low |
| Tip section (Graphite Design) | Stiff | Stiff | Very stiff |
| Swing Speed | 71 to 110+ mph | 71 to 110+ mph | 71 to 110+ mph |
| Best For | A flatter flight with a soft, active handle | Mid launch with less spin | The lowest flight with low spin |
Source: Graphite Design launch, spin and tip ratings; swing speed is the range Graphite Design's driver flex guide gives for the flexes we sell (R2 71-85 mph up to TX 110+ mph), checked October 2026.
Not sure which Tour AD fits your game? Start with the Graphite Design Shaft Guide, or take the 2-Minute Shaft Quiz. Compare the assembled Tour AD FI and Tour AD VF, or buy the Tour AD XC shaft on its own (no adapter or grip).
Frequently Asked Questions
Not sure which shaft is right for your game?
Text our shaft experts at (818) 473-9086 before you order. We've been fitting golfers since 1991 and are happy to talk through your swing speed, current shaft, and what you're trying to fix.
Questions & Answers
Have a Question?
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Debating between this and the Tour AD VF. Which one is better to help shape the ball flight? Are they similar in feel? I'm 62, play 3-4x a week drive about 210 with Callaway Paradym X.
Both are mid launch, mid spin shaft with a smooth feel profile. The main difference is the VF has a slightly softer tip that can give more release in the swing through and actually provides more feedback. Sometimes advanced players like that, especially when if you are trying to shape the shot. The XC has a more reinforced tip and a counter balance design, so its helpful if you like more of a controlled feel. The XC is also good for minimizing dispersion in case you tend to have off center impacts. Overall the VF may be a better fit for shot shaping, but if you are looking for more forgiveness the XC would be a better choice.