Is The FreeFlex FF38 TBT Driver Shaft Worth The Hype? (Honest Review)

Today we’re diving into something absolutely insane, the most expensive golf shaft in the world.

It’s called the FreeFlex FF38 TBT, it’s laced with titanium, and it costs a casual $700 before you even factor in shipping, grips, or tip adapters. Yeah… that’s basically a whole new golf set.

But hey, if it claims to give us longer drives and crazy consistency, we had to test it. Let’s see if this shiny space-metal noodle is actually worth the hype.

Key Takeaways

If you don’t have time to read the full review about the FreeFlex FF38 TBT Shaft, here’s what you should know.

• The world’s priciest shaft at $700—and that’s before grip or adapter.
• Titanium-reinforced build gives a firmer, faster feel with surprising consistency.
• We saw drives up to 321 yards on Trackman—long, loud, and addictive.
• Despite the whippy feel, dispersion stayed tight and reliable.
• Not for everyone: expensive, longer than standard, and tricky when going full send.

But if you like watching reviews in video format here is the full video on our YouTube channel:

Is The FreeFlex FF38 TBT Driver Shaft Worth The Hype?

Setup: Testing the $700 Shaft

We hit the FF38 on Trackman at City Golf, paired with a TaylorMade M5 (9° loft) and a slick Gives Golf RipTide Grip, highly underrated, by the way.

We also compared it directly to the Fujikura Ventus Blue Shaft, which we really fell in love with during our time at the Picciolo Etna Golf Resort.

Right away, the FreeFlex looked ridiculous, it’s nearly two inches longer than a standard driver. Holding it felt more like wielding a fishing rod than a golf club.

First Impressions

Let’s be honest, we didn’t expect much after the first few swings. The first hit? Low on the face, barely 250 yards. But then… boom.

Second swing: 285 yards.
Third swing: 321 yards dead center.

That’s when things got serious. This shaft snaps. It’s lively, whippy, and somehow despite being softer than most stiff options, it is incredibly consistent.

About the Ventus Blue Driver Shaft

Before diving into the numbers, let’s talk about the Ventus Blue X-Stiff, the shaft we’re using to compare the FreeFlex FF38 TBT.

The Ventus Blue is a Tour staple, built for players who like stability, control, and repeatable flight. Its Velocore tip keeps the face steady through impact, giving it consistent spin and dispersion.

It’s basically the complete opposite of the FF38. The Ventus is smooth, predictable, and reliable; the FF38 is fast, wild, and full of energy. 

Comparison: FF38 TBT vs. Ventus Blue

We pitted the FreeFlex FF38 TBT against the Ventus Blue to see if that $700 tag actually translates to performance.

The FF38 instantly felt livelier and faster, while the Ventus stayed stable but a bit dull in comparison. On Trackman, the FF38 averaged about 293 yards total, nearly 20 yards longer than the Ventus, with noticeably tighter dispersion and more fairway hits.

It feels wrong that something this whippy is also this consistent, but the titanium build clearly does something special.

The Long Drive Challenge

Next, we took it outside for a long drive showdown. The boys went really full send on this one but the results were surprising. 

Distances ranged 270–310 yards, and the dispersion was not tight at all. We walked away a bit shocked about us not being able to control it, but what do you expect when going full send.

On-Course Test

Out on the course, the FF38 felt insane. Tee shots sounded crisp, the shaft loaded effortlessly, and confidence skyrocketed.

Arvo sent the first shot 360 yards, and Carl followed up with a 340 yard drive (on his 3rd shot though), it was madness off the tee. 

Only downside? Control under pressure. When you go full throttle, it’s easy to lose timing. Once you find the rhythm, though, it’s unreal.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

• Titanium-infused design delivers serious pop and faster swing speeds.
• Surprisingly tight dispersion for how “whippy” it feels.
• Adds real distance, up to 20 yards more than the Ventus Blue in testing.
• Feels light, snappy, and ridiculously fun to hit once you find the rhythm.

❌ Cons

• $700 price tag… and that’s just for the shaft.
• Doesn’t include a grip, adapter, or head, add another $25–50 to get it ready.
• The extra length can feel awkward if you’re under 5’8” (and trimming it isn’t cheap).
• Tough to control when you go full send, definitely not a beginner shaft.

Final Thoughts

Let’s not sugarcoat it, the FreeFlex FF38 TBT is absolutely pay-to-win. It’s fast, long, consistent, and hilarious to hit. It turns every swing into a highlight reel.

Would we buy it? If we had unlimited funds: Absolutely. But on a budget, Probably not. You could grab an entire Takomo set for the same price.

But for pure fun factor and jaw-dropping drives? The FF38 is in a league of its own.

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