KBS delivered another victory on the PGA Tour this weekend at the 2026 Truist Championship, as the winner leaned on the consistency and performance of KBS throughout the bag to secure the title against one of the strongest fields of the season.

Gaming KBS Tour shafts 130 X in his Ping irons, the champion showcased elite-level ball striking all week long with precise distance control, penetrating trajectory, and exceptional feel under pressure. The KBS Tour profile continues to be a go-to option for players looking for stability, workability, and consistency at the highest level of professional golf.

With another PGA Tour win added to the record books, KBS continues to prove why the world’s best players trust KBS products week after week on golf’s biggest stages.

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KBS wins again at the LECOM Classic, Easter Sunday delivered one of the most dramatic finishes in LECOM Suncoast Classic history, and it was 29-year-old Frenchman Jeremy Gandon who came out on top. Gandon birdied each of his final three holes to close with a 6-under 65 and finish at 22-under par, sinking a clutch 12-foot birdie putt on the 18th green to claim his second Korn Ferry Tour title

Gandon’s iron game was the engine of his week at the Commander Course, and at the heart of it were his Callaway Apex irons loaded with KBS C-Taper shafts. The C-Taper is one of KBS’s most decorated iron shafts on professional tours — a low-launch, low-spin profile with a firm tip that rewards players who compress the ball and want predictable, penetrating flight into greens.

In the bag of the winner: C Taper in his Callaway Irons

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KBS has unveiled what it believes is a significant step forward in driver shaft performance with the launch of the new TGBlack, a low spin graphite shaft developed and validated through extensive testing on the professional tours.

The TGBlack is aimed squarely at elite ball strikers looking for maximum control, stability and a penetrating ball flight from the tee.

According to KBS, the new shaft has already received strong feedback from tour players and is expected to feature in bags at the highest level next season.

Tour tested performance and construction

Developed using high modulus graphite and a low resin construction, the TGBlack is designed to deliver explosive energy transfer while maintaining tight dispersion, even at high swing speeds.

The shaft features a stable tip section to enhance accuracy and control, particularly in windy conditions, while a smooth EI curve helps retain feel and responsiveness without sacrificing power.

KBS Director of R and D and master shaft maker Kim Braly said testing produced impressive results when compared with competing products.

“The feedback from Tour players has been incredible and we are delighted to finally bring the TGBlack to golfers around the world.

Testing saw consistent spin numbers when comparing to other shaft brands and the distance players were seeing was off the charts. We are confident Tour players will put this in the bag next season.”

Built for elite ball strikers

The TGBlack has been engineered to blend the responsive feel traditionally associated with steel shafts with the performance advantages of premium graphite.

It offers a consistent profile across a wide range of flexes and weights, allowing players to load and unload the shaft more precisely for improved consistency and tighter shot dispersion.

Available in weights from 40g to 80g, the TGBlack is offered in five flex options to suit different swing speeds, ranging from Regular for players swinging at 96mph and below, through to TXX for speeds of 120mph and above. The shaft is produced in a .338 inch tip diameter and a standard length of 46 inches.

Availability and wider KBS lineup

The TGBlack joins the KBS Tour graphite family, which includes the TD Graphite wood shaft, the Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype and the popular TGI Tour Graphite Iron shaft.

Designed to fit all OEM driver heads currently on the market, the new shaft will be available from authorised KBS retailers and custom fitting centres nationwide from next month, with pricing varying by fitter.

KBS shafts are currently played by more than 300 tour professionals worldwide and the company partners with all leading golf club manufacturers. Its range includes 28 different shaft models across woods, hybrids, irons, wedges and putters.

For more information visit kbsgolfshafts.com or speak to a local PGA professional or KBS custom fitter.

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The Red Label was back in the winner’s circle at the Waste Management Open after a pressure-packed Sunday finish. Trusting KBS C-Taper 130 X shafts in his Bridgestone irons, the champion leaned on unmatched control and stability when the desert heat was turned all the way up.

After a composed front nine, the back nine became the battleground. A gritty up-and-down on 13 kept the chase alive. Birdies on 15 and 17 ignited the momentum. Then, with everything on the line at 18, he stepped up and flushed an iron shot powered by KBS C-Taper 130 X, setting up a stress-free two-putt par to lock down the win by one shot.

| Player Driven. Tour Proven. |

In the Bag of the Waste Management Open Champion:

• KBS C-Taper 130 X in his Bridgestone Irons– LOW LAUNCH. LOW SPIN. SIGNATURE FEEL.

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– a Bold New Offering Designed for Elite Ball Strikers Who Demand Control, Stability, – a bold new offering designed for elite ball strikers who demand control, stability, and penetrating flight off the tee.

Developed through extensive testing across all professional Tours, the KBS TGBlack delivers a unique blend of explosive energy transfer and tight dispersion. Its high modulus graphite construction and low-resin profile create a shaft that’s both responsive and remarkably stable at high swing speeds.

Key Design Attributes:

• High Modulus Graphite: Ensures consistent energy transfer and tour-level feedback.
• Low Resin, Low Spin Profile: Ideal for players chasing a penetrating trajectory with reduced spin.
• Stable Tip Section: Promotes accuracy and control, especially in windy conditions.
• Smooth EI Curve: Maintains feel and responsiveness without sacrificing power.

“The feedback from Tour players has been incredible and we’re delighted to finally bring the TGBlack to golfers around the world,” said KBS Director of R&D and Master shaft-maker Kim Braly. “Testing saw consistent spin numbers when comparing to other shaft brands and the distance players were seeing were off the charts. We’re confident Tour players will put this in the bag next season,” he added.

Engineered to combine the responsive feel of steel with the advanced benefits of premium graphite, the TGBlack offers a consistent profile across multiple flexes and weights (40–80g). Designed for elite ball strikers, it enables precise loading and unloading for improved consistency and tighter shot dispersion.

Offered in .338” Tip Diameter and 46” length, the new KBS TGBlack will be available in five weight classes (40g – 80g) and five flex options to suit various player swing speeds:

• R: 96mph and below
• S: 96 – 104
• X: 104 – 112
• TX: 112 – 120
• TXX: 120 and above

The KBS TGBlack joins the ‘Tour’ lineup of Graphite shafts, which also includes the TD Graphite wood shaft; the Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype; and the acclaimed TGI – Tour Graphite Iron shaft.

Designed to fit into every OEM head on the market, the KBS TGBlack shaft is available from February, 2026 at authorised KBS dealers and custom fitting centres nationwide.

Played by more than 300 Tour players worldwide and partnered with all the leading golf club manufacturers, KBS offers 28 different shaft options across every club in the bag. This includes 10 iron variations, four dedicated wedge and putter shafts, plus Graphite shafts across wood, hybrid and iron options in different weights and flexes.

For further details, visit www.kbsgolfshafts.com or speak to your local PGA Professional or KBS custom fitter.

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The Red Label found itself in the winner’s circle once again after a dominant week at the Farmers Insurance Open. This time, the champion trusted KBS C-Taper 125 S+ shafts in his Miura irons, a setup that delivered precision and confidence throughout all four rounds.

Sunday’s final round saw him close out with a steady 2-under 70, finishing at a tournament-record 23-under par 265.

Key iron play with the KBS C-Taper 125 S+ shafts in his Miura Irons helped him stay dialed in approach after approach, giving him the accuracy and feel needed to capitalize on scoring opportunities week in and week out.

KBS C-Taper Iron Shaft – LOW LAUNCH. LOW SPIN. SIGNATURE FEEL.

The KBS C-Taper is designed for players requiring a low piercing trajectory and superior shot control.

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