Stiffer carbon javelins ARE stiffer... and that's why elite throwers throw them.

BUT...

Carbon javelins with a lower distance rating (aka higher flex rating) are GREAT because they dampen the misplaced energy of less efficient developing throwers. Faster reduction of a wagging javelin means better aerodynamic profile in flight that results in more distance. It's that simple.

So now that Denfly has made access to carbon javelins more affordable, more developing and elite throwers can enjoy throwing further!