Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8
Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 (2016) is a steel iron shaft. It launches high with moderate spin. It weighs 84 to 87 g, comes in R and S, has a low kick point and 2.2 to 2.3 degrees of torque. It is rated for swing speeds of 50 to 90 mph. It listed at $45 when it launched in 2016.
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Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Nippon |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $45 |
| Material | Steel |
| Weight | 84 to 87 g |
| Flex options | R, S |
| Kick point | Low |
| Torque | 2.2 to 2.3° |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Feel | Soft |
| Swing speed range | 50 to 90 mph |
| Profile | Lightweight high-launch steel shaft with smooth feel. |
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Who the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 suits
- Golfers who swing between 50 and 90 mph.
- A low kick point tends to launch the ball higher.
- Golfers who like a smoother, more flexible feel through the swing.
- Above 90 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
Similar to the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 7Nippon2014 · $45 · 45 to 85 mph
- Project X Cypher 2.0Project X2024 · $60 · 50 to 95 mph
- UST Mamiya Recoil 65UST Mamiya2016 · $55 · 50 to 95 mph
- Fujikura Vista Pro IronFujikura2021 · $40 · 45 to 95 mph
Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8: common questions
Who is the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 for?
Golfers who swing between 50 and 90 mph. A low kick point tends to launch the ball higher. Golfers who like a smoother, more flexible feel through the swing.
How much does the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 cost?
It listed at about $45 at launch in 2016.
What flexes does the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8 come in?
It comes in R and S. It is rated for swing speeds of 50 to 90 mph.
What are alternatives to the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 8?
Similar iron shafts in our catalog include the Nippon N.S.PRO Zelos 7 (2014), the Project X Cypher 2.0 (2024), the UST Mamiya Recoil 65 (2016) and the Fujikura Vista Pro Iron (2021).
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