UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Black Shaft

We recently took our first step into UST Mamiya’s new LIN-Q M40X shaft series with the ever so universal mid launch, mid-low spin Blue option. In this review we’re going to dive into the low launch, low spin LIN-Q M40X Black. This shaft is the LIN-Q M40X option best suited for the players with faster and more aggressive swings. Through the combination of LIN-Q and M40X fibers, UST Mamiya was able to make the shaft significantly more stable without feeling boardy. More importantly, they were able to retain that signature smooth LIN-Q feel.

The Looks

The UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Black has a shiny metallic black base coat with hits of white and grey branding. Around the mid section is an overlapping white LIN-Q logo with a subtle black pattern underneath the white graphics. The underlying black graphics are reminiscent of the “high tensile modulus” M40X utilized in the shaft which we’ll discuss later.

How Does it Feel?

The big difference in the M40X generation and the original LIN-Q shafts is that UST Mamiya introduced a new fiber for more stability. This generation combines the Q-fiber used in the original shafts with the new M40X material which is much stronger but doesn’t feel boardy and lifeless. As a result, the LIN-Q M40X Black has a somewhat stout feel, yet it’s also smooth and responsive. It feels strong and like it will be able to handle a more aggressive tempo with some power behind it. Where I thought the Blue had the most universal feel out of the LIN-Q M40X, the Black will likely be more preferred by players with faster swing speeds.

On-Course Performance

I have a more aggressive transition and tempo with my swing which I often attribute to my decades of hockey growing up. As much as I’d like to be able to consistently play with a smoother swing and a more moderate tempo, I get my best control and timing when I can just swing away and not have to think about controlling it. That’s what made the UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Black a better fit for me. I was able to just rip at the ball and the shaft kept my stock trajectory down with low-ish spin. Most importantly, I was able to easily control the ball and had tight dispersion. There was a sense of reliability on each tee box where I’d know where my shot would finish.

Final Thoughts – UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Black Shaft

As impressive as the original UST Mamiya LIN-Q shafts were, the M40X iteration is just better. The added stability and control from the M40X fiber paired with the clean LIN-Q feel is a great combination. Players with faster swing speeds and more aggressive tempos will find the Black to be the most agreeable of the lineup. If this sounds like the shaft for you, the LIN-Q M40X family is exclusively available for fitting at any UST Mamiya TSPX dealer.

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