It’s one of the most important pieces of equipment that we use every time we tee it up, yet the golf bag is often overlooked in a golfer’s arsenal. It should be taken very seriously as there is nothing worse than being on a golf trip when a rainstorm pops up and you suddenly realize you don’t have your rain suit because the side pocket of your bag wasn’t big enough to accommodate it.
There are a ton of great options in the category to consider, and we’ve taken the liberty of highlighting the features and shortcomings of a few in the marketplace today.
Bag Boy ZTF stand bag
As a leader in the world of golf bags, Bag Boy has long produced a strong line up of products, but we think the new ZTF Stand Bag may be one of their best designs yet. ZTF, which stands for Zip-to-Fit, allows golfers to easily remove the side pockets and turn it into a Sunday bag which is fantastic in golf travel these days especially as sneaking in an extra round on a short course is growing in popularity at many of the game’s top resorts.
The ZTF Stand Bag also offers a ton of customization features, and the ample pocketing is great for the traveling golfer to pack everything you need all in a versatile lightweight stand bag.
Stitch Golf SL2 Colorblock golf bag
Stitch Golf erupted onto the golf scene over the last few years, and with good reason as this stylish, simple bag features a polished look that golfers love. The water-resistant Touring Fabric is great for braving the elements during your travels, but the material is quite rigid and it makes it difficult to get your hands in and out of the pockets which is something to consider if you need ample space when traveling. There are also only 2 main pockets for the bag with 1 small valuables pouch, so it can be a bit tough to find products in this bag. If you’re a minimalist though, this bag is a great option for you.
Titleist Hybrid 14 2023 stand bag
As you’d expect from a premium brand like Titleist, the Hybrid 14 2023 Stand Bag delivers on all levels of quality and has a ton of features that golfers will love. With a 14-way divider system, each club will have its own place in your bag. Speaking of a place for everything, this bag features multiple pockets for you to easily store and find specific items as needed during your round which is a major plus for the traveling golfer.
Datrek Carry Lite stand bag
This lightweight, simple bag is probably the best value golf bag on this list. With 5 pockets to store your gear in, a 4-way top divider, and a cushioned hip pad to making walking with your bag more comfortable for you, this is a great bag for the golfer who likes a good, clean look at a great price. With 6 colors to choose from, you can’t go wrong with this great bag.
PING Hoofer stand bag
As one of the gold standards in golf bag design for decades now, the PING Hoofer Stand Bag has ample storage and is great for the golfer on the go. It’s a little bit of a heavier bag than some of the others mentioned here, but the weight is necessary for all the space and features on this bag including the unique magnetic rangefinder pocket which is a great update for today’s golfer.