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I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L.
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If you don’t mind the feeling of a backpack, a dual strap bag will be great. They are extremely comfortable. It takes no time at all to get used to the dual strap. -joseph [...] is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach?
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Have been using a stand bag for ten years now. I find them very comfortable, less hassle than the trolley. Also a lot of courses don’t allow trolleys. The Izzo bag with the twin strap, has a curved portion like a back pack that makes it ride very nice. Ed – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist.
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My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. Also, I really like the dual shoulder strap for carrying. A little (just a little) more time to take the bag off or put it on, but again, worth the inconvenience… Tom P. I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands.
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hoofer hoofer hoofer! – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. Also, I really like the dual shoulder strap for carrying. A little (just a little) more time to take the bag off or put it on, but again, worth the inconvenience… Tom P. I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands.
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I played with a guy last week who had the Titleist bag. He said that the stand wasn’t braced properly and began to bend after a few months. He wish he bought the Ping Hoofer. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L.
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I’m not familiar with the hoofer. Does that bag not pose the problems I described below? I’m assuming it’s a Ping bag… Tom P. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – hoofer hoofer hoofer! My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. Also, I really like the dual shoulder strap for carrying. A little (just a little) more time to take the bag off or put it on, but again, worth the inconvenience… Tom P.
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yes, it can be slightly hard to push the clubs in, but it’s only a minor inconveinience. I really like mine–plenty of pockets. The only thing I can say I don’t like about it is the inserting/removing of clubs… – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m not familiar with the hoofer. Does that bag not pose the problems I described below? I’m assuming it’s a Ping bag… Tom P. hoofer hoofer hoofer! My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. Also, I really like the dual shoulder strap for carrying. A little (just a little) more time to take the bag off or put it on, but again, worth the inconvenience… Tom P.
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I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L.
Tim, I have a Square Two Standup and love it. It’s a little bigger than my old ping bag but it’s nice getting clubs out of it. Jeff — Jeffery J. Bohl, President Bohl Consolidated Technologies http://www.sover.net/~smasher/ Statmaster Golf Statistiscs Software the Professional’s Choice Official Stats program of the Independent Professional Golfer’s Assoc. Rank your whole game, not just your scores, against the world
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No question in MY mind the Sun Mountain Summit X (dual strap) is the best bag going. Extremely functional, great strap, good wear, and good looking in many colors. — Ash Harrison – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L.
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hoofer hoofer hoofer! My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands.
Here’s my big dilemma — I currently have a Sun Mountain Orbit with a "Loop" second strap and I really like that setup except for two things. One, I could use a little more space, both for clubs and "stuff". Second, I carry my bag "lefty". That is, as you walk behind me, the clubheads are on the left side. Try as I might, I cannot get used to it any other way. All of the "fancy" bags, like the Hoofer are setup for the other orientation and the umbrella or clothing pocket or both then ride against my back. Does anybody have a suggestion for a light, stand bag in "lefty"? Andy
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – hoofer hoofer hoofer! My only gripe with my Ping stand bag is that when the legs are out and the bag is standing, it is very difficult to either put clubs into the bag or pull them out. The bottom of the bag tends to bend in when it is standing. Small inconvenience, but worth mentioning. I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Here’s my big dilemma — I currently have a Sun Mountain Orbit with a "Loop" second strap and I really like that setup except for two things. One, I could use a little more space, both for clubs and "stuff". Second, I carry my bag "lefty". That is, as you walk behind me, the clubheads are on the left side. Try as I might, I cannot get used to it any other way. All of the "fancy" bags, like the Hoofer are setup for the other orientation and the umbrella or clothing pocket or both then ride against my back. Does anybody have a suggestion for a light, stand bag in "lefty"? Andy
Andy, if you want a lefty bag, go for the Ping L8+, and add an IZZO strap. With the IZZOs you can make the double strap work either way depending on how you install it. Good luck, Chris — remove "bogey" for correct e-mail _______ . . ‘ . . | O// . . | _ . . | | | . . . . | / | . . . . | / .| . …o | ** Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball ** ** into an even smaller hole, with weapons ** ** singularly ill designed for the purpose. ** ** –Winston Churchill ** spam bait below, no need to read
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I recently bought a SUN MOUNTAIN SUMMIT X bag ($130) and it is GREAT, very sturdy and very nice colors. I was reading the Magazine GOLF TIPS equipment review, they had a Bag from a company called ‘OGIO’ the bag looks spectacular in the magazine ($115) heres a number from the review 800-922-1944 . – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L.
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Ping Hoofer is a great bag, check out Sun Mountain. The new Is has all – hands down. Nick – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have for 20 years used a pull cart with a staff bag when I walk while playing golf. It seems that nowadays, more and more golfers are using the light weight carry bags with the built on retractable stands. Having never played with a carry bag, is it easier generally on the back to use one of this type, especially with the modern dual straps, or should I stick with the pull cart approach? Models I am considering so far are the Ping Hoofer, Izzo, and Titleist. Thanks, Tim L. Tim, I have a Square Two Standup and love it. It’s a little bigger than my old ping bag but it’s nice getting clubs out of it. Jeff — Jeffery J. Bohl, President Bohl Consolidated Technologies http://www.sover.net/~smasher/ Statmaster Golf Statistiscs Software the Professional’s Choice Official Stats program of the Independent Professional Golfer’s Assoc. Rank your whole game, not just your scores, against the world