| Whether you have three clubs or fourteen, you're | | | | either on a wheeled, hand-pushed golf cart or on the |
| going to need a golf bag. And while the quality of your | | | | back of a motorized golf cart. |
| bag shouldn't directly affect your game, how | | | | It can be fairly bulky and is often difficult to carry, but it |
| comfortable it is and how well it fits can significantly | | | | offers more space than the lightweight carry bag. |
| impact your morale as you play through the golf | | | | 3. Staff Bags |
| course. | | | | The staff bag is the largest style of golf bag. It is |
| Few things can make a game turn sour faster than a | | | | made to fit a full set of fourteen golf clubs along with |
| strap digging into your shoulder for 18 holes and having | | | | all the accessories you need. |
| to carry your extra golf balls in a plastic bag. So, keep | | | | A staff bag is doable with a caddie or a motorized |
| reading to learn about the three basic types of bags | | | | golf cart, but it can be somewhat unruly for the solo |
| as well as some helpful tips on how to choose the | | | | golfer, becoming more of a burden than a blessing. |
| best golf bag for your needs. | | | | How to Choose the Right Golf Bag |
| Golf Bag Varieties: | | | | Choosing the right golf bag for you comes down to |
| 1. Carry Bags | | | | use and price; but first and foremost it's about how |
| A carry bag is small, lightweight and typically made | | | | you plan to use it. Often the smaller bags are less |
| from plastic, canvas or nylon. It can usually | | | | expensive, but if you plan to walk yourself around the |
| accommodate a basic set of essential golf clubs and | | | | course, they're the better choice, and there are |
| a few accessories like balls, towels and tees and | | | | beautiful, high-quality carry bags available. |
| often comes with its own stand to hold it upright while | | | | The price or quality of your bag isn't going to affect |
| you make your shot. | | | | your game, but you should pick a bag that fits well and |
| Because the carry bag is portable and easy to carry, | | | | can carry everything you need to have a comfortable |
| it's the bag of choice for golfers who like to walk and | | | | game, like an umbrella or an extra jacket. Before you |
| carry their own bag. Essentially, the carry bag is the | | | | purchase it, walk around the store with your bag and |
| equivalent of packing light. | | | | make sure that you like the fit and the way the strap |
| 2. Cart Bags | | | | feels on your shoulder. |
| The cart bag is a mid-sized bag and designed to fit | | | | |