| We recently reviewed and compared some of the | | | | shaft protection. |
| hottest new golf bags (stand/carry bags) for 2008. | | | | Features: |
| These included the Callaway Warbird XTT Xtra Lite, | | | | - Ultimate combination of lightweight performance, |
| Nike Xtreme Light II, Sun Mountain Super Light 3.5, | | | | durability and convenience |
| TaylorMade Monza, Titleist X87 and the Wilson Staff | | | | - 5-way divider with mesh-wrapped shaft protection |
| Tour bag. | | | | - Simple-to-operate, durable, spring-action stand |
| Any of these bags would make a great carry bag for | | | | - 6 pockets including waterproof, No-H20 pocket, |
| use on the golf course, but we had to choose one of | | | | full-length clothing pocket |
| them, and it wasn't easy. We judged each bag on | | | | - Weighs just 5.5 lbs |
| price, size of the top, number of dividers, the strap, | | | | - Available in: White, Orange, Red, Navy and Black |
| features, weight and the number of colors offered. | | | | #3 - Callaway Warbird XTT Xtra-Lite Stand Bag |
| The results somewhat surprised us as we ranked the | | | | The all new Xtra-lite is very light (3.9 lbs) and features |
| Sun Mountain Bag #1, and the new Wilson Staff Tour | | | | the new XTT Flex Foot stand activation system. |
| Carry bag #2. Dead last was the Titleist bag (even | | | | Very light (3.9 lbs) and featuring the new XTT Flex |
| though this bag is made by Sun Mountain!). | | | | Foot stand activation system, which keeps the base |
| We really liked the Sun Mountain bag because at 3.5 | | | | of the bag in contact with the ground during activation |
| lbs, it is the lightest of the bunch, yet it has a 9.5 inch | | | | to provide XTRA traction and superior stability. Also |
| top and 6 full-length dividers... and it comes in nine | | | | offers the new 1 or 2 Strap-ology, the most functional |
| different color combinations to choose from. | | | | convertible single/dual strap option on the market. |
| The Wilson Staff Tour Carry Bag scored high marks | | | | Features: |
| as well, because at $119.95, it is simply the best deal of | | | | - 8 inch oval top with 6-way, full-length divider system |
| the bunch... plus it also has a 9.5 inch top and 6 | | | | - 6 pockets including a hidden valuables pocket |
| full-length dividers. The downside is that it weighs a full | | | | - Lightweight multi-material (nylon/polyester) with |
| 2 lbs more than the Sun Mountain bag. | | | | durable 3-Stay frame construction |
| Our rankings: | | | | - Matching travel/rain hood, glove holder, umbrella |
| #1 - Sun Mountain Super Light 3.5 | | | | holder |
| #2 - Wilson Staff Tour Carry | | | | - XTT Flex Foot stand activation system for superior |
| #3 - Callaway Warbird XTT Xtra Lite | | | | stability |
| #4 - Nike Extreme Light II | | | | - 1 or 2 Strap-ology - single or dual strap option |
| #5 - TaylorMade Monza | | | | #4 - Nike Xtreme Light II Carry Bag-2008 |
| #6 - Titleist X87 | | | | The Xtreme Light II bag features superior cushioning, |
| Listed below are brief reviews of each bag: | | | | stability and is ultra, ultra-light at just 3.9 lbs. |
| #1 - SunMountain Super Light 3.5 Stand/Carry | | | | Features: |
| Bag-2008 | | | | - Individual, 14-way, full-length divider system |
| Re-designed for 2008, the 3.5 bag features a new | | | | - Versatile golf bag for walking or riding |
| TPR handle and hip pad designed to allow airflow | | | | - Nike Woven Air technology in the revolving double |
| along the golfers back. | | | | strap |
| Design Changes for 2008: | | | | - 10 strategically placed pockets (including water bottle |
| - New TPR Handle | | | | pocket and cooler pocket) |
| - New hip pad designed to allow airflow along the | | | | - New dual-durometer, wide bag base |
| golfer's back | | | | - Waterproof valuables pocket |
| - Ball liner | | | | - Golf ball Quick Access Sleeve |
| - New, wider thicker cary straps for more comfort | | | | - Integrated tee holder |
| Features: | | | | - Logo cresting compatible |
| - 9.5" oval 6-way top w/patented integrated handle for | | | | #5 - TaylorMade Monza Stand Bag-2008 |
| picking up the bag | | | | The Monza Stand bag features a 7-way, full-length |
| - Carry strap attaches to the top of the bag, moving | | | | divider top. |
| the center of gravity of the bag resulting in a better | | | | Features: |
| balanced bag and and easier carry | | | | - Satin finished polyester with 420 propex accents |
| - New TPR integrated top handle (for easy on/off) | | | | - Dual color 7 way fused nylon top with full length |
| - 7 pockets including: (Beverage pocket, Velour-lined | | | | dividers |
| valuables pocket, Full-length clothing pocket, Ball pocket, | | | | - Velour lined valuables pocket |
| Multiple accessory pockets) | | | | - Integrated stand system |
| - X-Strap dual strap system with new wider, thick | | | | - Satin finished metal TaylorMade icon zipper pulls |
| straps for more comfort | | | | - Insulated water bottle pocket |
| - Ball liner | | | | - EVA molded backside paneling |
| - Top mounted leg mechanism adds stability | | | | - 6 pockets |
| - Lightweight, high tensile aluminum legs w/triangular | | | | - Rainhood |
| non-slip foot pads | | | | - Weighs 6.2 lbs |
| - Patented roller bottom leg mechanism | | | | - Available in single or double strap |
| - Full-length box dividers | | | | #6 - Titleist X87 Stand Bag-2008 |
| - Lumbar support hip pad | | | | Fully featured with all the bells and whistles for the avid |
| - Graphite shaft protection | | | | walker who also enjoys an occasional round in a cart. |
| - Pen holder & pencil holder | | | | Color coordinated in fashionable polyester fabrics for |
| - Umbrella holder | | | | the premium quality and durability demanded of the |
| - Towel holder | | | | Titleist script. |
| - Matching rainhood | | | | Features: |
| #2 - Wilson Staff Tour Carry Bag-2008 | | | | - Material: Polyester |
| New for 2008, the Wilson Staff Tour Carry bag | | | | - Weight: 6.2 lbs. |
| features a 5-way divider system and mesh-wrapped | | | | |