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