About Golf Bags

Max Johnson asked:


Is it time to replace your golf cart bag? Depending how much you play, the golf cart bag is a very important piece of golf equipment. The reasons are simple. Obviously, it is very important because it assists you with the storage and transportation of your golf clubs as well as other golf equipment.

With the size of a golf cart bag, you can easily carry your clubs, tees, markers as well as other things you will need during your round of golf. The bag itself does not necessarily have a direct correlation to your score however, it can allow you to carry items that could make your round of golf more comfortable and more enjoyable for you.

The basic golf bag comes in three sizes. The first is a staff golf bag or tour golf bag. Obviously, this name comes from the professionals that are on staff with a certain company to promote the company’s products. The second is the golf cart bag. These bags are typically not quite as large as a staff or tour bag and are meant to be placed on the rear of a golf cart. These golf bags are not meant to be carried by the average player during their round of golf.

A golf stand carry bag can be used on the back of a golf cart as well as carried by the player during the round. These bags are typically about 4 pounds in weight prior to adding your golf equipment. Depending on the golf you usually play, any one of these styles can suit your needs.

In determining the kind of golf bag will best suit you and the type of golf that you play, you need to first decide if you walk or ride most of your rounds of golf. If you walk the majority of your rounds, you will need a golf stand carry bag. You may choose to also have a cart golf bag for trips or special occasions. In addition, you will need to think about your typical golf club and how your golf clubs are normally transported about the club.

Do you have to personally carry them quite a bit or is the staff able to assist you with your bag? I think that you get the drift, the more that you carry your own clubs the more you need a golf stand carry bag.

The golf stand carry bag is a smaller bag designed for those who are prone to walk the golf course or have to transport their own clubs around the club. These lightweight golf bags are designed for the players comfort as they are carried by the player. Although these bags are light weight they can hold a full set of golf clubs (fourteen), golf balls, range finder GPS unit, tees, umbrella as well as a rain suit. These bags typically have room for a pair of golf shoes for when you travel.

The staff/tour bag is the largest selection of golf bags which is available, they are much larger that the travel/carry bag or the cart golf bag. You see the professional golfers on TV use these golf bags. However, they do not personally carry them due to their weight. They travel with caddies to help them instead. The amount of equipment that these golfers can carry is as much as they would like and an average PGA Tour Bag is 40-45 lbs with all the equipment in it. The price for the staff tour bags is substantially higher than that of the cart golf bag or the travel/carry bag.

The golf cart bag is a smaller version of the tour bag. Again, these bags are deigned to ride on the back of a golf cart. The pockets are typically designed for easy access as the bag sits on a golf cart.

Determine your golfing habits and with this information make an informed decision on which bag would best suit you and allow you to enjoy the great game of golf.

Paul

Jim Brown asked:


After finishing a session with the pro on how to master that swing, it is now time to buy the equipments. This is the exciting part since buying sports equipment in general tends to excite the player and feel how it pars with the other brands. So by this time the set of clubs are complete with the dilemma of what bag to put the clubs on. A golf club can be essential to the game since this can be a major distraction to you and to the other players.

Having a golf bag that is heavy can drain your energy and may fatigue the shoulder and back muscles early on. Also, a bag that is disorganized and lacks the right compartments can put the golfer out of focus when trying to find something and may as well distract other players.

The first consideration for this will be the budget. After buying the clubs and the shoes, how much money is left for the bag. Golf bags come in different types, color, form and brands. After establishing which models and product lines to consider that is within the budget, its time to check whether you would want it to be a carry on or a push cart type bag.

The advantage of the carry on golf bag is that it’s cheaper and lighter to carry by the shoulders. But be sure to gauge yourself first if you are fit enough to carry this while walking since it could strain your back. When buying a carry on type, make sure that it can stand by itself so it won’t feel tired of putting it down for a swing and carrying it up again when walking. Another advantage of a golf bag that stands by itself it keeps the clubs well organized and accessible. The downside to it is it’s a carry on so you have to literally carry it by the shoulders which can be straining to the back.

Another alternative to the carry on golf bag is the push cart type bag. This bag has a built in structure that has wheels attach to it so it can just be dragged while walking. This can be a little bit expensive due to the push cart structure. This is a heavy bag to carry on the shoulders so if you are the type of golfer that carries golf bags by the shoulders push cart types are not for you.

A golf bag may be a small factor in winning games but this can surely help a lot. Having a great looking golf bag can boost the golfer’s moral and confidence which could translate to better form and fewer strokes.

Lauren

Robert Thatcher asked:


Your golf bag is a piece of golf accessory that allows you to carry all your other equipment with you such as the clubs, tees, markers, and perhaps an umbrella or towel. This piece of equipment doesn’t necessarily have direct effects on your game but may have great influence on your overall game, comfort and fatigue level.

There are two major things that may affect your choice of golf bag- the gears that you will put into the bag and the way you will carry the bag. Are you making use of a caddie or a golf cart?

To these, there are basically three kinds of golf bags: the staff bag or the tour bag the travel or carry bag and the cart bag.

The staff bag or tour bags. The largest selection of golf bags is staff or the tour bags. They are readily equipped with enough storage space for 14 standard golf clubs and have rooms for other golf equipments that are necessary during the games. Most professional golfers use this type of golf bags as they always have caddies with them. So they may often choose to bring as much equipments as they prefer. Good staff bags are generally made of leather and other premium materials and are relatively highly priced.

Travel or carry bags. If smaller bags appeal to you and you are thinking of carrying your own bag, you may chose to have the travel or the carry bag. Though they may vary in different forms and sizes, they are rather smaller than the other golf bags. They are designed purposely to make room for the basic golf equipments such as limited number of golf clubs, other small accessories and a number of golf balls. There are also specialized carry bags for junior golf players.

The majority of travel bags are made of plastic, nylon and other lighter materials. There are carry bags that have added features that may expand the ease of use. Many are equipped with straps, others appear with stands. These stands allow players to get their clubs easily.

Cart golf bags. These are relatively smaller than the tour bags. However, using this kind of golf bag may require the help of a cart or caddie since it is more bulky than most tour bags. As the name suggests, cart bags are designed exactly to be used by golf carts. These have lesser pockets and are generally made of light materials.

Things to consider when choosing golf bags

- Given that you have a caddie with you, the size and weight of the golf bag may not necessarily bother you, unless it has become too heavy for your caddie. The weight specially won’t matter if you are using a golf cart. However, if you intend to walk around the golf course while carrying your bag then it would be most ideal for you to choose the not-so-heavy bag that may contain all the equipments you need without being bulky. The most ideal in this case is the carry bag with a stand.

- The first question that would probably arise is ” how much the bag will be”. Like with most things, the more money your pocket may allow you, the more features you may get. You may buy golf bags for as low as $40 however, prices may reach up to $500. If your budget is limited, it is best to stick with a golf bag that has more features than what its price may earlier suggest. Finding for such may be a painstaking task but it will after all be for good.

- It is relatively important to take note of the feature of the bag. If you are normally carrying lot of equipments during your game, it is recommended for you to buy a bag that has many side pockets. However, if you prefer to bring along the most basic gears, lots of pockets may not necessarily be of the initial requirements.

As mentioned in the beginning of this article, golf bags don’t have direct effects on the outcome of the games. It is not bad though to get some of the life’s pleasures.

Gene

freddly asked:


He has a set of Callaway X18 clubs. Any suggestons would be great! I am in Australia…so if anyone knows where I can find either of these golf bags for a good price-that would be great! Am also willing to buy from the US.
Thanks so much for your time!

Vivian

MPK23 asked:


I have a Nike Sasquatch Tour carry bag that I want to bring when I fly to Florida this summer. I want to find a decent hard cover travel case that will fit my bag. Any help? Thanks.

Sue

David Webster asked:


Finding the first set of golf clubs once you have decided to take up the game is usually the first thing that a new golfer wants to do. Good start…but what about the golf bag?

Golf bags are an essential part of the equipment that you will need to begin as well. Professionals will be looking to upgrade, while the novice, and those booking golf holidays will definitely want something that will be both functional and stylish.

Outside of the golf clubs, golf bags are one of the most important pieces of equipment to own. Reducing concerns on the course, the golf bag will ensure that the clubs are properly placed and make it easier to decide the proper or best club to use for a certain hole or shot. Your main focus will be on the teeing and not of how to locate a particular golf club if you maintain a good golf bag for use on the court.

Basically there are two types of golf bags, those that you carry and those that are used in a cart. If you are aware that you will be doing mostly a lot of walking during your game while cart bags is the ones that you will need when walking is impossible or inconvient for any other reason. Functional in nature, the golf bag is also a good way to handle and have on hand all of the equipment that you will need throughout your game. It also holds golf balls, mitts, and even your cold drink and other accessories.

Many of those who are just starting out in the game of golf opt to get the walking bag. This is a good choice for a beginner as the most appropriate of courses will not require the use of a cart for complexity of the course. Even though the bag is used mainly for functionality it is not advisable to buy a low cost or grade of bag. You will definitely experience some problems if you do. Low quality bags will not last and will most likely tear up sooner than one that is built with quality materials. Buying a good quality golf bag will end up saving you money, time, and embarrassment on the course in the long run.

In short, a good quality golf bag will not only add to your golfing equipment but will serve as a organizer, carrier, and trusted companion on the course if chosen wisely. Once you’ve chosen your golf bag you may like to consider a golf holiday at either Avisford Park or Belton Woods

Jerry

MLBfreek35 asked:


Well here are my criteria:

I want a relatively lightweight bag. 4-5 lbs or somewhere in that ballpark

It needs to be a stand bag and it needs to have a dual strap (Like a backpack)

My price range is anywhere around $100

I like to have a decent amount of pocket space because I carry lots of balls, drinks, and other assorted items when I play.

If possible (meaning that this is not imperative), I would like a bag in a black and red color scheme to match my grips and clubs

Any info would be great. Recommendations even greater. Thanks in advance

Glenda

mario.kbe08 asked:


should i carry a 52,56 and 60 wedge. what brand is good?

Jamie

Want Innovation? asked:


What needs to be improved about the standard golf bag? What practical upgrades would you personally like or would persuade you to buy a specific bag?

Harvey

Lind Golf asked:


Ok. Here are the basics. A golf club has three parts - the head, the shaft and the grip. A standard set of golf clubs consists of three woods (the Driver, #3, and #5 fairway woods), eight irons (#3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, and PW), and a putter - that’s twelve clubs in all. According to the rules of golf, and we should all play by the rules, you can carry fourteen clubs in your bag, so many golfers add a specialty wood or another iron.

Now, let’s have a look at the different types of clubs.

Drivers & Fairway woods

These clubs are used to hit longer shots. That’s a basic yet apt way to look at it. If a golf hole is a par four or five from tee to green, most golfers would choose to use a wood.

The driver, or the 1 Wood, has the lowest loft of any golf club. Loft is the angle of the club face that controls trajectory and affects distance. A driver has a loft between 7 and 12 degrees. Better golfers have traditionally favored drivers with less than 10 degrees of loft, which require a lot more skill to hit.

Most golfers also carry a #3 and #5 fairway wood as part of their arsenal. A #3 wood has a loft of 15 degrees, and a #5 wood has a loft of 18 degrees. The higher the golf club number, the higher the loft. The #3 and #5 wood are commonly referred to as fairway woods, because they are most often used during the second shot of play, when you are supposed to be on the fairway.

Hybrids

Hybrids are a recent innovation to golf. A hybrid is a combination of an iron and a wood and is an easier to hit alternative to a long iron. Hybrids are versatile enough to be used in any situation. Hybrids come in a range of four lofts - 16 (#2), 19 (#3), 22 (#4) and 25 (#5) Degrees. Hybrids replace their equivalent number long iron, e.g. a #3 hybrid will replace a #3 iron and a #2 hybrid can be used to replace a #5 fairway wood.

Irons

Irons are generally used for shorter distances and more control than drivers and fairway woods. The closer you are to the green, the higher the iron you will use. A standard set of irons consists of #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 and the PITCHING WEDGE (PW). A sandwedge is generally a good option to purchase for shots out of sand traps. The #3 and #4 irons are harder to hit than the higher numbered irons. Many golfers choose to replace the #3 and #4 iron with higher lofted woods or hybrids which are easier to hit than traditional long irons, resulting in comparable distances.

Wedges

Wedges are really just specialty irons. The first wedge is the Pitching Wedge (PW), which is usually between 52 and 56 degrees in loft. The PW is the highest lofted iron in a standard set and lowest loft of the wedges. Lob wedges range from 58 to 64 degrees and are used for close range short and high shots to overcome obstacles close to the green. Wedges are extremely useful for your short game and it is beneficial to keep a selection of them in your bag.

Sand Wedges are another type of wedge and are designed to get you out of the dreaded sand traps. They have a shorter shaft and a more angled face to get under the ball in order to exit a bunker.

Putters

As the adage goes “Drive for show, Putt for dough”. The putter usually gets you in the hole, so it can be assumed, that choosing the right putter is critical to your game. Putters come in various styles and types.: short, belly, long, bent, center-hosel, heel-toe, mallet, and so on. When choosing a putter the main things to consider are the: weighting, balance and feel. Better putters provide alignment aids to help you visualize the line from your ball to the target.

Donna