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KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft Review

Kbs ct tour putter shaft.

Kim Braly has officially entered the putter shaft business, everyone.  I introduce you to the KBS CT Tour putter shaft.  KBS designed this stepless putter shaft to have a stiffer structure throughout the shaft and specifically in the tip to provide more stability.  Available in straight, single bend, and double bend with multiple finish options, golfers everywhere can get that smooth feel and performance KBS is known for but in a putter shaft.

Normally I’d remove this section for a simple steel shaft, but there are OPTIONS for the KBS CT Tour putter shaft.  Knowing golfers like our putters to have sweet looks, KBS made the CT Tour available in chrome and brushed chrome.  Oh, you want a black shaft like the guys on Tour? Good news, KBS also offers the CT Tour in matte black and a more polished black PVD.  Well done, KBS. Thank you for bringing some putter shaft color options to retail!

How Does it Feel?

The feel portion of the KBS CT Tour putter shaft is the most important part of the review.  I’m going to shoot you straight though. You aren’t going to use this shaft and immediately go, “wow, this has totally revolutionized putting as we know it!” BUT, the CT Tour is easily the best steel putter shaft on the market in my opinion.  First, the general profile of the CT Tour is much firmer, especially in the tip.  Given you don’t really flex a putter shaft, you may wonder why this is important. The firmer profile makes the putter feel easier to control and gave me better head awareness.  Generally speaking, the shaft being more stout made me feel much more in control of my putting stroke.

One point I want to make is more of a general observation.  Most putters I’ve had over the years have had the typical steel shaft you all know and love.  Given steel putter shafts are usually just a piece of steel to join your hands to the putter head, very little goes into their design…and it shows.  The feel will be inconsistent whether it’s weight, balance, or bend. What I appreciate most about the CT Tour is that the feel is very consistent with good balance and response.  Don’t undervalue these traits. Consistent feel and better control ultimately equals more putts.

On-Course Performance

KBS says the CT Tour is the first shaft to “incorporate KBS Golf Shaft Technology into your game on the green.”  To me this means it has the same smooth profile and feedback that the KBS Tour iron shaft is known for. This will be subjective to the individual, but I do believe this to be the case with the CT Tour putter shaft.  It’s not exactly an apples-to-apples comparison, but the CT Tour makes the putter feel notably better than the steel shafts I’m used to. With that better balance and head awareness I mentioned earlier, I had much better control and was more consistent with my putts.

Mind you, the CT Tour shaft is largely designed to make you a better putter due to a much improved feel.  The design isn’t to provide different balance points for more stability or take out the yips. It’s purely to make the putter feel better and more reliable for better control.

Final Thoughts

I appreciate the introduction of the KBS CT Tour putter shaft to the market.  While I think there’s certainly a place for all these new innovative multi-material putter shafts, there’s no reason we don’t deserve a quality steel shaft for our putters.  As the narrative goes, I use my putter in a round more than any other club in the bag. Why wouldn’t I want the same quality in a putter shaft that I demand in the rest of my bag?  With the KBS CT Tour, I feel like I have that. The feel is spot on and I find the shaft to be flat out more reliable than any other steel putter shaft.

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Much difference between this and just using a ctaper xflex in your putter?

Haven’t tried it so couldn’t tell you, but given this one is tuned for actually being in a putter, I would assume it would be better.

Do you know whether the .370 tip will fit a Cameron Studio Select No1? The guy who is going to install the shaft says it will, but the web site says their shafts don’t fit Cameron putters. Thanks for your review of the putter shaft.

It will not fit. He would likely bore out the hosel to make it fit accordingly. I’d advise against it unless you’re never going to sell the putter.

sam kbs fit i have a scotty

Can you compare this putter shaft to the Nippon N.S. Pro heavy putter shafts, please?

Unfortunately I can’t. I’ve never putted with those Nippons.

great site lot of info help

Great shafts but poor Customer Service. I have purchased & installed north of 10 KBS putter shafts. Recently I purchased both limited edition White & OD green putter shafts thinking this was a great concept, unfortunately it was poorly executed. First issue: Factory Shaft band placement. The band on both is really high on the shaft as if it is an iron shaft. When trimming this to play 35” in a Scotty Cameron the shaft band is half covered by the grip. This result is even with tip & butt trimming. If you try to just butt trim it will completely cover the band. Second issue: If you are expecting the OD green to show up as OD green, you will be very disappointed. Color is not even close! Probably 10 shades off, much lighter. I contacted Customer Service to report the issued, after one email they essentially vanished. Don’t bother leaving an honest review of their product on their website. It is censored & will remain in approval limbo. Kim would be proud.

Every shaft I’ve ever bought straight from KBS came with the shaft label having to be applied to the shaft after building. Did you buy the shaft straight from them? And what color is OD green supposed to be?

I’ve purchased many, many KBS shafts…yes they all had shaft bands included for the purchaser to affix. However, the putter shaft in question just arrived and DOES have the band pre-installed and YES, it is WAY HIGH UP TOWARDS THE but and will certajnly be covered by the grip on install !!!!

Funny you bring this up. Let’s just say I may have just gotten a new one and the silk screen label is different than the stickers…

Hi Bill. How does this shaft compare to the FST Stepless? FST is the stock shaft in all evnroll putters. I have an evnroll er1.2 and am considering this shaft but I hear that FST makes shafts for KBS so maybe there is some similarity?

It has a more consistent feel and is more rigid. Much better in my opinion.

Will the .355 tip fit in a Scotty Cameron Newport 2? Thanks!

I think it’s supposed to, but I can’t definitively say yes. I know Cameron’s use a weird tip size/shape.

Thanks for responding so quick!

Did you try this and did it work?

I tried it for the review, of course. But this post might be the elaboration you’re looking for.

Will double bend shaft fit Taylor Made Ardmore.

I’m not sure what tip size the Ardmore takes, but I think the CT Tour is only available in .370 in double bend.

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KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft Review

Introduction.

The 2024 KBS CT Tour putter shaft is one of the most popular putter shafts on the market, and for good reason. It offers a great combination of feel, stability, and performance, making it a great option for golfers of all skill levels.

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Additional Information

In addition to the features and benefits listed above, the KBS CT Tour putter shaft is also known for its durability. It is made with high-quality materials and construction, so you can be sure that it will last for many seasons.

The KBS CT Tour putter shaft is also a popular choice for custom putter builders. It is known for being easy to work with and for providing consistent results.

Overall, the KBS CT Tour putter shaft is a great option for golfers of all skill levels who are looking for a putter shaft that will help them improve their putting.

Model Breakdown

There is only one model of the KBS CT Tour putter shaft, but it comes in a variety of lengths, flexes, and finishes to meet the needs of different golfers.

• Length: The CT Tour shaft is available in lengths from 33 inches to 36 inches. This allows golfers to find the perfect length for their putting stroke and setup.
• Flex: The CT Tour shaft is available in soft, medium, and firm flexes. The soft flex is best for golfers with slower putting strokes, while the firm flex is best for golfers with faster putting strokes. The medium flex is a good all-around option for most golfers.
• Finish: The CT Tour shaft is available in a variety of finishes, including brushed black PVD, satin chrome, and white pearl. This allows golfers to choose a finish that matches their putter head and personal style.

Which Type of Golfer Does It Cater To?

The KBS CT Tour putter shaft is a great option for golfers of all skill levels. It is especially popular among touring professionals and better players, but it is also a good option for mid-to-high handicappers who are looking for a putter shaft that will help them improve their putting.

• Stiffer profile: The CT Tour shaft has a stiffer profile than most other putter shafts. This provides better stability and control, especially on longer putts.
• More feedback: The CT Tour shaft also provides more feedback than most other putter shafts. This allows golfers to better feel the putter head and control the speed and direction of their putts.
• Variety of lengths, flexes, and finishes: The CT Tour shaft is available in a variety of lengths, flexes, and finishes to meet the needs of different golfers.
• Material: Steel
• Weight: 115-135 grams
• Tip diameter: .355 inches
• Parallel: 12 inches
• Bend profile: Straight

Pros and Cons

• Very stable
• Provides excellent feedback
• Variety of lengths, flexes, and finishes available
• Well-respected brand
• Can be a bit too stiff for some golfers
• Can be difficult to find in some stores

Player/User Comments

“I love the KBS CT Tour putter shaft. It’s so stable and gives me great feedback. I’m putting better than ever since I switched to it.” – PGA Tour player “I’m a mid-handicapper and I’ve seen a big improvement in my putting since I started using the KBS CT Tour shaft. It’s helped me to be more consistent and control the speed and direction of my putts better.” – Amateur golfer “I’m a high handicapper and I’ve been struggling with my putting for years. I decided to try the KBS CT Tour shaft on a whim and I’m so glad I did. It’s made a huge difference in my putting. I’m now able to make putts that I never used to be able to make.” – Amateur golfer

The 2024 KBS CT Tour putter shaft is a great option for golfers of all skill levels. It offers a great combination of feel, stability, and performance. If you are looking for a putter shaft that will help you improve your putting, the KBS CT Tour shaft is a great choice.

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The newest addition to the KBS line of premium putter shafts, the KBS 120 Putter Shaft is a 38", stepped chrome steel putter shaft with a .370" tip diameter. The KBS Steel Putter Shafts are the first shafts for your putter to incorporate KBS Golf Shaft Technology into your game on the green.

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Gathering information from tour players and the worldwide leaders in putter design, KBS is proud to introduce the KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft. The KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft is the first shaft for your putter to incorporate KBS Golf Shaft Technology into your game on the green.

Shaft Features:

• Increased shaft Stability thru impact
• Stiffer design structure
• Stiffer tip section to stabilize head at impact

PLEASE NOTE:.370" Tip Diameter CT Tour Putter Shafts WILL NOT fit putters by Scotty Cameron. 

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Important Note: Please provide Current contact information. Customer service may require further information before proceeding with your order.

PUREing - $25.00

SST PURE identifies asymmetries that exist in every golf shaft and locates each shaft's most stable orientation. This results in more consistent performance and uniform feel from club to club.

Tip Prepping - $2.95

Shafts are tip trimmed (if required) to manufacturer’s recommendations. For steel shafts, we abrade the tips. For graphite shafts, we remove the polyurethane coating. When you receive your shaft, all you need to do is mix epoxy, install and align. After the epoxy is cured, cut to your final playing length from the butt end and install the grip.

Tip & Butt Trimming - $4.95

Shafts are tip trimmed (if required) to manufacturer’s recommendations. For steel shafts, we abrade the tips. For graphite shafts, we remove the polyurethane coating. After tip trimming and prepping, the shafts are butt trimmed to the desired final playing length*.

Club Playing Length

Our playing length chart is available here .

* The exact model, club head number, and desired final playing length is required for butt trimming to be possible.

* The club number and or loft is require for tip prepping on most parallel (.335" and .370") golf shafts.

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I use a 65 year old Cash-In putter. What size shaft do I need?

Sorry, we don't have hosel information for Cash-In putters. If you have a fine tip gauge, you may be able to measure the hosel (inside diameter at various points) to confirm the tip size shaft you'll need.

What putter tip size do I need for a nike method putter

The Nike Method putters will require a 0.370" tip shaft.

Will the .370 tip fit a Tommy Armour Impact No. 3?

Please check first with the manufacturer to make sure the hosel of the Impact No. 3 head is also 0.370". If not, you'll want to go with the tapered (0.355") size.

I have a Scotty Newport select 2 what shaft size will I need?

The Scotty Cameron Newport Select 2 putter typically features a standard shaft diameter of 0.370 inches.

What size tip will I need for Odyessey Toulon Las Vegas H7?

The Odyssey Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter typically comes with a standard tip size of 0.370 inches

Will either of these work with a Bettinardi Inovai 6.0 with a Slant neck?

If the original shaft is straight (no bends) and is either 0.370" or 0.355" tip, then yes it would work.

What tip size is a Odyssey O Works Jailbird Mini?

the tip diameters of Odyssey putters are .370”.

Hi, is this model available in black matte brushed? 1.KBS CT TOUR Putter Shaft - ** STRAIGHT **

yes, we have them in stock now  here is the link  https://www.grips4less.com/products/kbs-ct-tour-putter-shaft?variant=33018513326141

I have a center shaft Rife 2 bar hybrid mallet putter. What size tip do I need to order? Thanks in advance.

Rife putters need 0.370" tip shafts.

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Gathering information from tour players and the worldwide leaders in putter design, KBS is proud to introduce the KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft. The KBS CT Tour Putter Shaft is the first steel shaft for your putter to incorporate KBS Golf Shaft Technology into your game on the green.

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Tchaikovsky Concert Hall and The Great Hall of Moscow Conservatory

These are two major concert halls for symphonic music in Moscow. Both feature excellent acoustics, impressive interior, various repertoire and best performers. You can check the program here http://meloman.ru/calendar/ . You need just to switch to English. Booking tickets online is available only for owners of Russian, Ukrainian and Belorussian phone numbers. If you need help, you can contact us and we can book a ticket for you. 

Moscow International Performing Arts Center (MIPAC)

This modern and elegant concert hall houses performances of national and foreign symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, solo instrumentalists, opera singers, ballet dancers, theatre companies, jazz bands, variety and traditional ensembles. Actually, it has three concert halls placed on three different levels and having separate entrances. The President of MIPAC is People’s Artist of the USSR Vladimir Spivakov, conductor of “Virtuosy Moskvy” orchestra. You can see pictures of the concert halls here http://www.mmdm.ru/en/content/halls . The program is impressive in its variety but is not translated into English. You can contact us at and we can find a performance for you.