Each year, THP Forum members get the chance to win a trip to Shaft Up (2 held per year) to get fit by Danny Le from UST Mamiya for a new head and premium shaft combo. Post driver fitting, they get to put the new combo right in play at dream destination courses.
As each event passes, those following along on the forum are constantly amazed at the amount of distance and dispersion benefits gained by every golfer that goes through the process. We decided to roll the cameras and show you how it all shakes out.
Forum member @deebo76 works with Danny Le on the range with new Callaway Quantum driver heads and the UST Mamiya LINQ PowerCore line to dial in for both the gains and the misses and come away with a total performance product.
Were you fit for your current driver?
We can confirm it is coming back in 2027 for two separate THP Experiences, giving a total of 8 more golfers a chance to go through this type of leveling up.
How do you think you would fare in a driver fitting at Shaft Up with UST Mamiya?




My man [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] getting fit by the wizard, [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] was a great watch.
Were you fit for your current driver?
No, I bought it based on past driver fittings and THP comments.
How do you think you would fare in a driver fitting at Shaft Up with [URL=’http://www.ustmamiya.com/’]UST Mamiya[/URL]?
I think I would get a lot better dispersion than I am now and probably a bit more speed.
Such a cool video. Love that [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] emphasis on fitting to the miss. Golf is a game of misses so trying to minimize the hurt on the poor swings sounds like the right way to do it for me, vs trying to maximize the good swings as they happen more rarely. It’s been 2 years since I was last fit for a driver, wasn’t fit for the current setup.
I’d love to see how I would fare in a shaft up fitting. Not sure how much distance I could increase as I’m just a slow swinger anyways, but I’m certain [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] could get my dispersion way better which would be a huge help to me.
This is so cool! I love seeing all the discussion that goes on between Danny & the players.
I was not fit for my current driver. I am quite sure that a fitting at a Shaft Up event would bring my dispersion down and add several yards of distance. I’m not certain that my launch and spin with my current setup are optimized.
For anyone who’s never been fit for a driver – I highly recommend it.
Absolutely game-changing.
I think the biggest thing that you get here is playable distance and a driver that works on good and bad days.
Great video @Lord Tox. Really shows the benefits of getting fit by an expert like Danny, the gains are documented and obvious. I love hearing Danny's thought process through the fitting.
Did you watch the video? @Hawk isn't in any part of it lol
[QUOTE=”Lord Tox, post: 14214719, member: 5944″]
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LOL – forgive me, it’s 4:45 am here and I hadn’t even had my first sip of coffee yet! :ROFLMAO: Corrected.
See this is what I missed. And its all my fault I get it. But my fitting was a lot quicker I don’t feel I received the “in depth” more detailed , into the weeds, “you suck, now lets try and make you suck less” fitting 😉
I hope to get back in one of these so I can spend more time with the great [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] 👍
[QUOTE=”golfinnut, post: 14214744, member: 21902″]
See this is what I missed. And its all my fault I get it. But my fitting was a lot quicker I don’t feel I received the “in depth” more detailed , into the weeds, “you suck, now lets try and make you suck less” fitting 😉
I hope to get back in one of these so I can spend more time with the great [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] 👍
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Weren’t you basically on death’s door lol
Great video
Love the “fit for the bad shots” comment……….they happen more than good shots
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 14214748, member: 1193″]
Weren’t you basically on death’s door lol
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Not quite. I was brought back to life after some much needed rest. I had worked 12 – 14 hour days before the event and it caught up to me. Plus heat 🥵 doesn’t usually agree with me unless I prepare for it weeks in advance.
Such a great video. The dialogue between [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] and [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] during the fitting and then the full explanation of what he had you try and why was exactly what I was hoping for out of this.
I was self fit for my current driver. How would I fare in a Shaft Up fitting? Since the only driver fitting I’ve ever done was mostly focused on distance I think Danny would greatly help my dispersion and getting me into a better launch profile.
Be kind everyone, I spent about an hour in the makeup chair.
The opportunity to get fit by Danny Le was very informative, supportive and surprising. He really wanted me to avoid my miss as much as possible with the fitting. Getting fit into a TX shaft was a shock to me. I am still hitting great shots with my properly fit driver and I have not touched the settings!
Love this video. Great convo back and forth between Danny and Deebo. Excellent insight and fun to relive these memories of getting fit by Danny it all goes by so fast when you are there doing it.
You can immediately see how the tempo and even the sound of strike quality change as the fit dials in. Love to see it. This solidified the fact that @Deebo76 is playing the tips when we link up. You are CRUSHING that thing man!!
[USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] is a star!
This was a fun watch and I feel like you can swap in any THPer that’s been to a ShaftUp and see similar results.
That's the most amazing part…it feels like it only lasts for a few minutes and Danny is handing you your new driver.
Then you go back to the range to play with your new toy and are completely blown away by the difference that 10 minutes he spent with you makes.
Man this was everything I expected a fitting from Danny Le to be like. The back and forth interaction and break down of the numbers was awesome!!!
I was not fit for my current driver, but a shaft that I was fit to in a previous driver.
[QUOTE=”Deebo76, post: 14214773, member: 61009″]
Be kind everyone, I spent about an hour in the makeup chair.
The opportunity to get fit by Danny Le was very informative, supportive and surprising. He really wanted me to avoid my miss as much as possible with the fitting. Getting fit into a TX shaft was a shock to me. I am still hitting great shots with my properly fit driver and I have not touched the settings!
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This just solidifies your star status again…
Things that don’t surprise me.
– DannyLe finding gains for someone who likes their current driver setup. Blowing minds.
– [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] showing off his shoe game. :ROFLMAO:
This coming back is great news for THP! Everyone needs to sign up next year!
Awesome video. Great results on the fitting. It was good to hear Danny’s thoughts and [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] did a great job conveying what he liked.
I think this fitting really shows the importance of a good fitter. I might have thought a shaft that launches lower would be the right path but squaring the face better with the Blue seems to drop the spin.
Love to see the gains.
[USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] it sounds like the driver is working well for you back home which is awesome to hear.
I was fortunate enough to be part of Shaft Up 2 this year at Ballyhack. I had not been fit for my previous gamer and had done it myself based on internet research. I wasn’t in a bad head but the shaft I was in was not right for me.
I was surprised because my swing speed was around 85mph but I told Danny that I didn’t like how soft my shaft felt. It was a regular flex. The surprising part was even with my swing speed Danny fit me in to a stiff shaft in blue profile. I expected regular in red.
I think like others have pointed out with the comment on fitting to minimize the punishment of misses, Danny also does a fantastic job fitting you in to what you are capable of. I’m very new to golf and the mechanics aren’t all the way there yet. But I’m 45, 6’ 1” and 220 lbs. So Danny knew I won’t be at 85mph for long. He put me in a shaft that felt good, looks phenomenal (I mean, 1776 ya’ll), and will help me with misses now and support me as my swing comes together. All in all it was an unforgettable experience and amazing opportunity that I’ll forever be grateful for.
Even if you can’t get fit by Danny I echo all the others and say do get professionally fit for driver. And hopefully you can use all of what you learn here on THP to bring what you want out of it to the fitting along with your swing results!
When I got fit back in 2024 I remember Danny really wanting to focus on my miss and minimizing it.
He did not ask me to tell him what was a good shot and what was a bad shot…..mostly because it was all bad shots. :ROFLMAO:
Honestly though, it was one of the easiest low pressure fittings I’ve been fortunate enough to be a part of. And we were being rushed off the driving range by tornado sirens. :ROFLMAO:
He just really cares about helping others get better.
Really enjoyed this video. I did not have an in depth fitting for my current driver. Yes, I believe I would benefit from a Shaft Up fitting. I’m fairly clueless despite how much I try to absorb here and I know I could benefit from help regarding launch and spin and in understanding how those numbers affect what I am seeing with my driver.
please give me 250 on my misses!!
I can say for certain that I wish I could go back, and do the fitting again with Danny.
Such a great experience! Love that [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] got his all on video!!
[QUOTE=”Chef23, post: 14214858, member: 48542″]
Awesome video. Great results on the fitting. It was good to hear Danny’s thoughts and [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] did a great job conveying what he liked.
I think this fitting really shows the importance of a good fitter. I might have thought a shaft that launches lower would be the right path but squaring the face better with the Blue seems to drop the spin.
Love to see the gains.
[USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER] it sounds like the driver is working well for you back home which is awesome to hear.
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Yes sir, absolutely!!! The combo has been great for my game ever since I returned home from ArborLinks
Such a great video. Love the fitting process with Danny Le.
I was fit for my current driver and have been lucky enough to go through a shaft up fitting. The way Danny fits is different than any other fitting I have been through and it was great.
Being fit for my driver setup by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] at Shaft Up was the most beneficial golf experience of my life. The good shots are bombs and the misses are still so playable.
This is great stuff. The video was a perfect look into a world class fitting.
Awesome stuff [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER]. I would have been a little nervous without the camera. Can’t imagine the nerves with multiple cameras on me.
A master at work. lol
[QUOTE=”cringjr, post: 14215455, member: 70243″]
This is great stuff. The video was a perfect look into a world class fitting.
Awesome stuff [USER=61009]@Deebo76[/USER]. I would have been a little nervous without the camera. Can’t imagine the nerves with multiple cameras on me
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In the video at the at the 8:44 mark was the most nervous I was during filming. There was a brave soul who was laying down filming that swing with his phone.
This was a fantastic watch.
[QUOTE=”Deebo76, post: 14215494, member: 61009″]
In the video at the at the 8:44 mark was the most nervous I was during filming. There was a brave soul who was laying down filming that swing with his phone.
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Oh my!! Not sure I would have been able to do that.
[QUOTE=”ClaytonP, post: 14215533, member: 75086″]
I paid for my last fitting because I believe it’s so important. Wasn’t super excited with where we ended up but over time I’ve come to like the shaft choice. This is one of the coolest experiences and hope to participate at some point.maybe we can even play a round together [USER=5944]@Lord Tox[/USER] 🏌️⛳️
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Fun fact, I’ve never been to a Shaft Up either haha
Danny is so knowledgeable and has such a calm, confident air it is a great experience.
I was kind of watching how he worked with some of the guys that were newer to fittings and he is THE guy to go to. He will make you comfortable, get the best out of you and help your game long-term by putting you in the right shaft. These are worth the time and effort to go to and then follow before and after to see what is happening.
Stop by the UST Mamiya thread to see the after effects as well.
This was a perfect example of a master class fitting. So cool to watch the wizard at work.
Would be incredible to be fit by a master fitter.
I’m very excited to watch this later
[QUOTE=”Templet0n, post: 14215458, member: 53139″]
A master at work. lol
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🙂
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[QUOTE=”ClaytonP, post: 14215991, member: 75086″]
Would be incredible to be fit buy a master fitter.
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To be fair, Danny is not a master fitter. Im sure he could be, but he is a product person and tour person for UST Mamiya. Just happens to know golf equipment well and the swing dynamics.
I dont want to do harm to the regular fitters, as his approach is a bit different.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 14216100, member: 3″]
To be fair, Danny is not a master fitter. Im sure he could be, but he is a product person and tour person for UST Mamiya. Just happens to know golf equipment well and the swing dynamics.
I dont want to do harm to the regular fitters, as his approach is a bit different.
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I think one of the biggest differences in watching [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] do this fitting and some experiences I have had with paid fitters is that [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] is excited to be there doing that and generally wants to see the THPers he is fitting walk out with their best fit.
Some of the paid fitters i’ve been to were seriously disinterested in being there. I get it though, everyone has days like that at work, but having that experience where the guy is disinterested and just going through the motions is rough.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 14216100, member: 3″]
To be fair, Danny is not a master fitter. Im sure he could be, but he is a product person and tour person for UST Mamiya. Just happens to know golf equipment well and the swing dynamics.
I dont want to do harm to the regular fitters, as [B]his approach is a bit different[/B].
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That’s the part that stands out to me the most. I know there are fitters that will try to reduce the miss, but it just seems like Danny get’s better results.
such a great video, it really showcases the interactive and conversational style, very relaxined.
it’s so cool as things proceed and it moves into “Oh wow!”
[QUOTE=”Lord Tox, post: 14214635, member: 5944″]
Were you fit for your current driver?
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i used a free fitting credit at Club Champion in 2024 to get matched with my Titleist TSR2.
didn’t purchase from them, but i did enjoy the fitting and felt he did a good job with options.
which reminds me that i’m due for an update.
[QUOTE=”Lord Tox, post: 14214635, member: 5944″]
We can confirm it is coming back in 2027 for two separate THP Experiences, giving a total of 8 more golfers a chance to go through this type of leveling up.
How do you think you would fare in a driver fitting at Shaft Up with [URL=’http://www.ustmamiya.com/’]UST Mamiya[/URL]?
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good news! it’s great to see this confirmed as UST Mamiya is such a big part of THP each year. the legend of [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] will continue to grow!
i’d love a crack at one of these, and especially love the idea that good shots will be good shots, so the fit has to help minimize the misses too.
Fun to watch. Always have wanted to see the “behind the scenes” from shaft up.
Really impressive how he can dial things in that quick.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 14214748, member: 1193″]
Weren’t you basically on death’s door lol
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But… golf
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 14216100, member: 3″]
To be fair, Danny is not a master fitter. Im sure he could be, but he is a product person and tour person for UST Mamiya. Just happens to know golf equipment well and the swing dynamics.
I dont want to do harm to the regular fitters, as his approach is a bit different.
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Got it.
This was great. Enjoyed hearing Danny’s step by step breakdown of what he observed and the specific changes to address each thing.
The multiple camera angles were a nice touch to the video.