Project X EvenFlow Riptide 40 adapts the EvenFlow family’s smooth-release counterbalanced profile into a lightweight 40g option that prioritizes tempo, forgiveness, and consistent feel through the swing. Compared with featherlight models like the Helium and the more tip-soft Eldio, the Riptide 40 provides a steadier mid-launch and a livelier kick that suits players who want a balance of stability and playability at a competitive market price.
Wave-like tempo
Smooth energy transfer
Wave-like tempo
Smooth energy transfer
Review Summary
"Reviewers consistently highlight the Project X EvenFlow Riptide 40's buttery-smooth feel, steady launch and excellent control, making it a top pick for women seeking a stable lightweight shaft."
Surfy spin control
40g EvenFlow profile promotes a smooth load and release for improved tempo.
Surfy spin control
40g EvenFlow profile promotes a smooth load and release for improved tempo.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
Project X EvenFlow Riptide 40 adapts the EvenFlow family’s smooth-release counterbalanced profile into a lightweight 40g option that prioritizes tempo, forgiveness, and consistent feel through the swing. Compared with featherlight models like the Helium and the more tip-soft Eldio, the Riptide 40 provides a steadier mid-launch and a livelier kick that suits players who want a balance of stability and playability at a competitive market price.
Wave-like tempo
Smooth energy transfer
Surfy spin control
40g EvenFlow profile promotes a smooth load and release for improved tempo.
Moderate tip stiffness provides stability through impact without harsh feedback.
Wave-like tempo
Smooth energy transfer
Surfy spin control
40g EvenFlow profile promotes a smooth load and release for improved tempo.
Moderate tip stiffness provides stability through impact without harsh feedback.
$200-280 USD
The Aldila NV 45 Ladies balances stability and playability with an advanced composite layup that targets mid-high launch and controlled spin in a 45-gram package tailored for women. Compared with the stiffer, premium-focused Vista Pro, the NV 45 often presents a better price-to-performance ratio and lower torque than some lighter 40g models, making it a strong choice for players who want near-premium stability without the highest premium pricing.
Dampened vibration
Controlled power
Dampened vibration
Controlled power
Review Summary
"Seen as a balanced, stable ladies shaft that provides good accuracy and mid-to-high launch; many users call it dependable and consistent, though it is positioned at a higher price point. A solid choice for players seeking stability without harshness."
Velvet-smooth contact
Approximately 45g profile offering consistent feel for women's swings.
Velvet-smooth contact
Approximately 45g profile offering consistent feel for women's swings.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
The Aldila NV 45 Ladies balances stability and playability with an advanced composite layup that targets mid-high launch and controlled spin in a 45-gram package tailored for women. Compared with the stiffer, premium-focused Vista Pro, the NV 45 often presents a better price-to-performance ratio and lower torque than some lighter 40g models, making it a strong choice for players who want near-premium stability without the highest premium pricing.
Dampened vibration
Controlled power
Velvet-smooth contact
Approximately 45g profile offering consistent feel for women's swings.
Advanced composite and nanotech-enhanced materials improve energy transfer.
Dampened vibration
Controlled power
Velvet-smooth contact
Approximately 45g profile offering consistent feel for women's swings.
Advanced composite and nanotech-enhanced materials improve energy transfer.
$190-280 USD
The Aldila NV Ladies Pink is the value-conscious, stability-first choice for tempo-matched female golfers, combining multi-material construction with an approachable price and a visually distinct finish. Compared with the high-end Fujikura and the ultra-light UST, the NV Pink prioritizes durability and predictable feel—making it a strong budget-friendly option for players seeking consistent tempo performance without premium cost.
Vibrant pink pop
Stable control
Vibrant pink pop
Stable control
Review Summary
"Aldila NV Ladies Pink receives praise for its stable, muted feel, consistent launch and forgiveness, with many users liking the combination of control and smooth feedback in a ladies flex. A minority find the profile slightly heavier than ultra-light competitors, but most reviews are favorable."
NV confidence wink
Attractive pink design paired with a lightweight layup to aid tempo control.
NV confidence wink
Attractive pink design paired with a lightweight layup to aid tempo control.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Aldila NV Ladies Pink is the value-conscious, stability-first choice for tempo-matched female golfers, combining multi-material construction with an approachable price and a visually distinct finish. Compared with the high-end Fujikura and the ultra-light UST, the NV Pink prioritizes durability and predictable feel—making it a strong budget-friendly option for players seeking consistent tempo performance without premium cost.
Vibrant pink pop
Stable control
NV confidence wink
Attractive pink design paired with a lightweight layup to aid tempo control.
Lowered swingweight and lighter shaft mass help maintain consistent rhythm.
Vibrant pink pop
Stable control
NV confidence wink
Attractive pink design paired with a lightweight layup to aid tempo control.
Lowered swingweight and lighter shaft mass help maintain consistent rhythm.
$160-230 USD
UST Mamiya Helium 4 Ladies
The UST Mamiya Helium 4 Ladies is the ultra-lightweight specialist in this set, engineered for maximum launch and swing-speed preservation with a low-torque construction that prioritizes ease of speed generation for slower female swings. In contrast to the stiffer, more stable Fujikura and Aldila models, the Helium 4 emphasizes mass reduction and playability — typically commanding a premium for its materials and offering the clearest advantage for players whose primary need is higher carry and effortless feel.
Ultra featherweight
Gravity-defying pop
Ultra featherweight
Gravity-defying pop
Review Summary
"Users like the UST Mamiya Helium 4 Ladies for its ultra-light feel and easy launch, but many warn it can feel understable at faster speeds and some report concerns about long-term durability."
Calm directional control
Ultra-light ladies flex that helps increase swing speed and promotes a very high launch
Calm directional control
Ultra-light ladies flex that helps increase swing speed and promotes a very high launch
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
The UST Mamiya Helium 4 Ladies is the ultra-lightweight specialist in this set, engineered for maximum launch and swing-speed preservation with a low-torque construction that prioritizes ease of speed generation for slower female swings. In contrast to the stiffer, more stable Fujikura and Aldila models, the Helium 4 emphasizes mass reduction and playability — typically commanding a premium for its materials and offering the clearest advantage for players whose primary need is higher carry and effortless feel.
Ultra featherweight
Gravity-defying pop
Calm directional control
Ultra-light ladies flex that helps increase swing speed and promotes a very high launch
Low-torque construction focused on stability despite the featherweight design
Ultra featherweight
Gravity-defying pop
Calm directional control
Ultra-light ladies flex that helps increase swing speed and promotes a very high launch
Low-torque construction focused on stability despite the featherweight design
$240-320 USD
The EvenFlow Riptide is a market leader for smooth tempo and balanced mid-launch performance, offering a consistent feel that appeals to many female players tuning launch with modular weights. Priced competitively against premium options, its flowing bend profile sits between the ultralight Helium and the ultra-stable Ventus, delivering a middle-ground technical solution that makes incremental weight adjustments more predictable and cost-effective for fitting sessions.
Smooth tempo glide
Balanced stability
Smooth tempo glide
Balanced stability
Review Summary
"Users consistently report a buttery-smooth feel, stable flight and very repeatable dispersion with the EvenFlow Riptide, calling it reliable across swings and club types; a few mention it can feel slightly heavier than expected but is durable and forgiving overall."
Surfs swing path
Counterbalanced profile improves tempo and enhances clubhead control for smoother swings.
Surfs swing path
Counterbalanced profile improves tempo and enhances clubhead control for smoother swings.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The EvenFlow Riptide is a market leader for smooth tempo and balanced mid-launch performance, offering a consistent feel that appeals to many female players tuning launch with modular weights. Priced competitively against premium options, its flowing bend profile sits between the ultralight Helium and the ultra-stable Ventus, delivering a middle-ground technical solution that makes incremental weight adjustments more predictable and cost-effective for fitting sessions.
Smooth tempo glide
Balanced stability
Surfs swing path
Counterbalanced profile improves tempo and enhances clubhead control for smoother swings.
Consistent bend profile promotes a smooth release and tighter shot grouping.
Smooth tempo glide
Balanced stability
Surfs swing path
Counterbalanced profile improves tempo and enhances clubhead control for smoother swings.
Consistent bend profile promotes a smooth release and tighter shot grouping.
$400-550 USD