How To Buy A Golf Bag

Golf bags are the most overlooked piece of golf equipment that you will ever own. The trusty golf bag is your carry-all for all of your equipment. It carries your clubs, markers, tees, towel, balls, and even sometimes it has a slot to put your umbrella. It also has an indirect effect on your game ( by managing fatigue and being comfortable to use) and that is why you must give serious consideration to the type of golf bag you buy.

What To Ask Yourself When Buying A Golf Bag

The first two questions you need to ask yourself when looking to buy a golf bag is;

- Will I, or a caddy, be carrying the bag?

Or

- What kind of golf equipment will I need to carry in my golf bag?

From here the bags can be broken down into three distinct types, the cart bag, the travel bag and the tour bag.

The Three Types of Golf Bags

The first type of golf bag is the cart bag. Cart golf bags are designed to be used by strapping them onto the back of the golf cart ( as their name suggests). These bags, while smaller and made from light material, are bulky and have less pockets than the tour bags (which are the largest golf bags).

The second type of golf bag is the travel bag. Travel golf bags are smaller than tour bags and cart bags, but are meant to be carried by you or your caddy. They are designed for the basic necessities of golf (your clubs, some balls and a few tees and markers). These bags are made out of a light nylon mesh material and are carried and either laid down or come equipped with a stand.

The tour bag is the largest golf bag and the one you see on television being carried by caddies. Tour golf bags can accommodate up to 14 clubs in one bag. If this seems like a lot it is. However, in addition to this large amount of club space, the tour bag has room for all of your other golf accessories (i.e - a large amount of balls, tees, etc…)

Getting the right golf bag for you is a must if you want to have the right equipment at your disposal and also be comfortable during your golf game. Take a look at the golf bags we offer and you won’t regret taking advantage of our wide selection of golf bags!!