A steel shaft will last longer - graphite tend to snap more easily (mine lasted one game, others have had them longer). A wood is good for length, but anything will do depending on how long you like your mallet. I've used Dunlop 3 Woods for a while and really like the whip in them. I use a small 50mm dia. head, it feels weird to put a heavy head on a light shaft, but that's just my preference.
A steel shaft will last longer - graphite tend to snap more easily (mine lasted one game, others have had them longer). A wood is good for length, but anything will do depending on how long you like your mallet. I've used Dunlop 3 Woods for a while and really like the whip in them. I use a small 50mm dia. head, it feels weird to put a heavy head on a light shaft, but that's just my preference.
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