It can be a scam but it can be helpful. I am a 5 handicap, 72 years old. About 5 years ago I tried Club Champion and was fitted for $300 per iron Wilson irons. I did not buy them. I had a Ping G400 driver. I bought an upgraded shaft for $180. I was told it added 12 yards to my distance. I used it outside and it went shorter than the stock shaft and I was stuck with the shaft. I know people who swear they have gained yardage, but most of my friends feel the only purpose is to sell you more expensive shafts.