The RBZ Stage 2 driver, manufactured by, is an upgrade to the original RBZ, or RocketBallz, driver. According to TaylorMade, the Stage 2 is faster and longer than the original, with a 50-gram graphite shaft to promote a faster swing. The RBZ Stage 2 also features Loft-Sleeve technology that allows a golfer to adjust the loft with 12 different settings, including seven standard settings and five upright loft options.

Understanding Loft for an RBZ Stage 2 Driver Loft is very important in golf; it is the angle of the face of the club as it rests on the shaft. All golf clubs have a degree of loft, and a driver has the longest shaft and lowest loft. The higher the loft, the higher the trajectory of the golf ball. When using a, golfers seek distance, and the determination of this distance depends on the shaft length, the degree of loft, and the swing speed of the player. Loft and Swing Speed It is wise to know how the adjustment of loft affects a golfer's game. Before golfers attempt to adjust the loft, they should measure their swing speed accurately.

A golfer's swing speed is directly in proportion to the degree of loft they should be using. A recommendation for swing speeds over 100 miles per hour is a loft of 10 degrees or less, and for under 100 miles per hour, a loft of 10.5 degrees or more. This is, however, not a set standard, and a golfer should use the degree of loft that is most comfortable.

Adjusting the TaylorMade RBZ Stage 2 Driver The controls for adjusting the are on the loft sleeve, which is located above the club, near the end of the shaft. To adjust the loft, turn the sleeve to the desired setting. There are 12 settings in total on the sleeve.

The physical adjustment of the loft sleeve is self-explanatory, but the reasons behind the varying loft degrees may need more explanation. Varying Degrees of Loft The Stage 2 driver is available with 9.5-degree standard loft and 10.5-degree loft. The 10.5-degree measurement, or higher, is a design for more advanced golfers with fast swing speeds, so novice and intermediate golfers should be comfortable with the 9.5-degree standard model. The varying settings on each TaylorMade driver allow the 9.5-degree model to vary from 8 to 11 degrees of loft, and the 10.5-degree driver to vary from 9 to 12 degrees. The loft adjustment of the standard 9.5-degree driver affects other areas of the club, such as spin and face angle. Loft Sleeve Setting Degree of Loft Spin Face Angle 1 (higher lofts) 11 750 3 degrees: closed 2 10.5 500 2 degrees: closed 3 10 250 1 degree: closed 4 (standard settings) 9.5 0 Square 5 9 -250 1 degree: open 6 8.5 -500 2 degrees: open 7 (lower lofts) 8 -750 3 degrees: open 8 8.5 -500 2 degrees: open 9 9 -250 1 degree: open 10 (upright lie) 9.5 0 Square 11 10 250 1 degree: closed 12 10.5 500 2 degrees: closed Adjusting the loft to an open face angle forces a fade bias on the club.

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Alternatively, a closed face angle forces a draw bias. These must be considerations when adjusting to a higher or lower degree of loft. A fade bias could cause the shot to go left, or may cause a golfer to have trouble turning the ball. A draw bias can enhance draw on the ball and may provide more distance.

Adjustment Importance on the Stage 2 Model In contrast to, causing a draw or fade bias is more prevalent in the RBZ Stage 2 driver. Other models had the ability to change the weight of the club, as well as a face adjuster, which was an effective prevention against face and draw bias. The Stage 2 model offers much more adjustability on the loft sleeve, with 60 yards in total, but does not include these benefits. The varying degrees of spin are a natural result of adjusting loft, and were a consideration on all RBZ drivers. Buying an RBZ Stage 2 Driver on eBay Use the basic and advanced search functions on to locate the type of you want using the empty field on any page.

Remember that the RBZ has varying degrees of loft prior to adjustment. Look for an experienced seller if you need advice on the right golf club. Keep in mind that some used golf clubs may already have permanent prior adjustments, so do not be afraid to ask questions before purchasing. A seller closer to you in proximity may offer more convenient shopping options for your purchase.