The XCalibers are NOT dead. I've been vry sick for a long time.

[RobinArthur 55]

Greetings to My Friends Whom I Miss Dearly:

I've received quite a bit of get-well emails from quite a few folks and even though they had to be sometime read to me, they still warmed my heart.  It means a lot to me since I've been out for quite a while!!  (Heck after I got out of ER last week I had over 2000emails an who knows how many missed calls and texts.

 

I'm so sorry I haven't responded sooner.  I've been battling some serious health problems since March until this month.  For a long time I've either been in hospitals for treatments or doctors' offices for follow-up.  I've been so weak and sick that I couldn't function.  I had had a little flare-up and even went to the ER last Tues as a precautionary.  But I was fine, wasn't admitted and came home.  I have finally a complete, long lasting bill of health and am planning accordingly.   So now I can think golf out of a bed, thinking about the strategies and logistics and preparing for 2018.  The Xcalibers are NOT going away!!!

 

2018 is going to be a big year for the Xcalibers and Knights of Camelot. The three new lines are designed, 1/3 already has cosmetics and the remaining will be done by late Jan to early Feb.  I hope to be able to put out some of the new shafts asap (esp. the new 45 gram shaft that even the big hitters can't believe it's only 45 grams. No other shaft with this unique zone stiffness in the world).  Gotta few other kule new shafts as well as redesigns on the best shafts we had in '16.  So stay tuned.

 

We're also coming up with a new company structure.  I won't have to do everything.  We're implementing an Administrator Consulting and Management Team to go along with our graphics, and copy write editor gurus.  That will free me up to do what I do best – “imaginer” new products, help with shaft selections and club maker/golfer's needs, compare shafts to others' offerings, design a better and new website, eventually this spring start all the videos I want to do, get back on the forums almost daily, ditto my blog, FB etc.

 

So you're gong to see a new company with the same morals.  And as I've mentioned at the PGA Show, come April/May, I hope to be finishing part of a “premium” line not sold through GWs but to those special fitter club makers who can qualify for min. buy-ins  (but there will of course be a some exceptions…).

 

Thank you again for all you've done for this industry and for me.  If I've contributed anything, it's from the lessons I've learned from you all. I hope to have your support in 2018.  But if you choose not to do so,  I completely understand.  I'll still always be here to answer any questions you have on any golf related fitting, equipment and of course…maybe a bit on shafts, shaft comparisons, and recommendations.

 

Blessings to you all.  Namaste.

Sincerely yours,

Robin

 

Robin D. Arthur

President / CEO

Xcaliber Shafts | Arthur Xtreme Engineering

 

619-994-5537  |   robinathur14@gmail.com  |  http://www.XCaliberShafts.com

 

       On A Quest To Tell The TRUTH 

[revkev 16,642]

It's always great to hear from you Robin! I had a gut feeling that you were ill so I've been praying for you. Glad to learn you're doing better!!!!

 

 

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[hckymeyer 5,848]

Great news you are feeling better Robin, glad to have you back.  Sounds like a very excited 2018 and I can't wait to see/hear how the new shafts perform.

 

Thanks for the update!

[Devildog 8]

Glad to hear you're doing much better Robin.  Get well soon.  I could use a new fitting too.  Age is catching up to me!

[numberonecoog 337]

Sounds like 2018 will be something big for you!

[MattF 5,526]

Good to hear from you Robin and that your health is improving.

[PlaidJacket 6,658]

Awesome to hear you're doing better.

[GolfSpy Barbajo 8,290]

Good to have you back Robin - the golf world is better with you in it! Can't wait to see what the new offerings bring to the table. Stay in touch

 

 

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[Rtracymog 397]

Never tried anything from Xcaliber, but I'm curious to see the new line. I tried to find some prices on the older lines but it was a little bit of a struggle. Just out of curiosity, what would be your most similar driver shaft to the Rogue Silver 70X? Thank you!

 

 

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[jacustomgolf 2,398]

Robin, glad to hear your getting better. You make some amazing golf shafts. Looking forward to the new items in ‘18

 

 

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[Bobtrumpet 3]

I don't get to the forums much, but I just saw this.

 

Good to hear from you, Robin. I am glad you're doing well, and I hope you continue to do so!

[tony@CIC 9,435]

Robin glad to have you back

 

 

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[Golfspy_CG2 16,115]

Sorry to hear of the health concerns. But welcome back.

 

 

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[RobinArthur 55]

Hey Gentlemen!

Thanks so much for your well wishes.  It's great to be back and kickin' arse.  Everything's running in high-gear to have a complete new launch in Feb w/ like I said a new Internet Mktg strategy, Sales Team geared esp. toward the club makers, fitters and enthusiasts, videos, a site blog etc., etc. So stay tuned.

 

But what's more important to me is that everyone has stuck w/ me and expressed nothing but well wishes across the board.  THAT in itself humbles me and makes me want to work harder and imagineer better to help y'all in any way possible.  

 

To Rtracymog - I see i never answered your? re: an equiv. to the Rogue - a great shaft.  But when Feb comes you may want to consider the PRO T6+, or even the new TSL - a 50 gram shaft that's designed for those w/ high swing speeds and quicker tempos/transitions...nothing like it in the world...

 

Thanks again to ALL!  I'm on it !!!

R

[Jmikecpa 8,886]

Hey Gentlemen!

Thanks so much for your well wishes. It's great to be back and kickin' arse. Everything's running in high-gear to have a complete new launch in Feb w/ like I said a new Internet Mktg strategy, Sales Team geared esp. toward the club makers, fitters and enthusiasts, videos, a site blog etc., etc. So stay tuned.

 

But what's more important to me is that everyone has stuck w/ me and expressed nothing but well wishes across the board. THAT in itself humbles me and makes me want to work harder and imagineer better to help y'all in any way possible.

 

To Rtracymog - I see i never answered your? re: an equiv. to the Rogue - a great shaft. But when Feb comes you may want to consider the PRO T6+, or even the new TSL - a 50 gram shaft that's designed for those w/ high swing speeds and quicker tempos/transitions...nothing like it in the world...

 

Thanks again to ALL! I'm on it !!!

R

50g that can handle a high swing speed? You had my interest but now you certainly have my attention.

 

 

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[AH1980MN 896]

I reshafted an Adams Blue driver for my Mom with an Xcaliber tour SL in ladies flex. Of course I had to test it out- while wildly unsuitable for my swing, that shaft felt very -surprisingly- stable. Very smooth- maybe too much "kick"- but again- far outside my parameters- I never fought it left or right, just swung away and got repeatable natural draw flight. Of course it went to the moon and 50 or so yards short, but c'mon- 12° Adams Blue driver with a ladies shaft? I'll be watching this line for any future reshaftings.

[RobinArthur 55]

I reshafted an Adams Blue driver for my Mom with an Xcaliber tour SL in ladies flex. Of course I had to test it out- while wildly unsuitable for my swing, that shaft felt very -surprisingly- stable. Very smooth- maybe too much "kick"- but again- far outside my parameters- I never fought it left or right, just swung away and got repeatable natural draw flight. Of course it went to the moon and 50 or so yards short, but c'mon- 12° Adams Blue driver with a ladies shaft? I'll be watching this line for any future reshaftings.

Greetings and thanks for the post!  The SL has been a great product and took me over 2 years to develop until i was satisfied.  The new '18 SL45...well there'll be no other shaft like that one in the world.  Stay tuned... 

[RobinArthur 55]

Awesome to hear you're doing better.

I forgot to mention...I LOVE the picture of Slammin' Sammy!!!  He grew up in WV not so far from where i grew up.  I met him at a Senior event.  I was introduced by Bobby Nichols (his son Rick was my Tour Rep while at Grafalloy) who said..."Sammy, Sammy...this is the boy i've been tellin' you about.  This is Robin.  he designed that shaft you love so much and he's from WV too...".  We shook hands and he said..."So...you're from WV?"  "Yes Sir Mr. Snead"..."Isn't that a good place to be....FROM?".  "Why...you're still just an ole ornery hillbilly ain't cha?".  "Damn right Son!  And don't you ever change either...".

 

Priceless!!!

[MattF 5,526]

Robin, where abouts are you headquartered?

 

I'd love to see the facility (and maybe get fitted) some time.

[AH1980MN 896]

Thanks Robin Arthur for your reply. I will definitely be looking at these shafts. Any thoughts on a guy who has a relatively smooth transition and a high swing speed (for an amateur) - 110-119, who likes a mid-range (weight wise) shaft? Also- I tend to fight with high torque shafts- push slice or snap hook... Thanks in advance.