The Best Stand Bags of 2018

By: Alex Picken | Tue 07 Aug 2018

Stand bags are probably the most popular choice of bag for the majority of amateur golfers. Their simple and easy to carry design making them ideal for putting some clubs in and heading out to the course. As this demand for stand bags increases, so does the amount of choices available for the buyer. Here is Golfshake’s gear guide for all the 2018 stand bag releases to help you decide which is best for your needs.

Titleist Players 4 STADRY Stand Bag

The Titleist Players 4 STADRY is one of the simplest and effective stand bag designs on the market. The lightweight frame and modern-look of the bag make it a premier stand bag.

The performance stand system equipped with the flex base design make the stand bag very easy to place down on any tilted or sloped surface with major stability. The Players 4 STADRY also provides extreme comfort when carrying. The bags convertible strap and premium cushion foam makes it very lightweight and comfortable to carry around any course.

The Players 4 STADRY excels when it comes to difficult weather conditions. The waterproof sealed zippers and 100% STADRY materials will leave you confident that your equipment will remain safe and dry when rain appears on the course.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Black/White/Red - Black/Sleet/Red - Microchip/Black/Red - Navy/Marina/Red
Weight: 2.0kg
Pockets: 5

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PING Hoofer 14 Stand Bag

Complete with unbelievable amounts of storage facilities and comfortable material designed for carrying are just some of the many stand out features of the Hoofer 14 stand bag from PING.

The Hoofer 14 prides itself on being incredibly resourceful when it comes to storage. Equipped with 12 pockets including a range finder pocket, water bottle pocket and a padded valuables pocket, the bag is ideal for storing any of your golf related items safely and securely.

Carrying your bag in a comfortable position is where the Hoofer 14 excels, the sensor cool technology is integrated into the front-adjusting, nicely padded shoulder straps, serving to keep you cool and adding to the comfort of your walk. The ergonomically designed strap connector balances out the weight of the bag evenly to make it feel light and comfortable.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Black - Black/Canyon Copper/Graphite - Graphite/White/Electric Crimson - Red/Graphite - Blue/Black
Weight: 2.5kg

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Callaway Hyper Dry Fusion Stand Bag

The Hyper Dry Fusion stand bag from Callaway is their attempt to create a lighter but more waterproof stand bag, an objective they have successfully reached. The new ultra lightweight 50 Denier coated fabric makes the Hyper Dry Fusion stand bag 50% more waterproof than previous models and 17% lighter than previous models.

The main feature of the Hyper Dry Fusion is the incredible effectiveness of its waterproof design. Each seam has been meticulously sealed to prevent any leaking into the interior of the bag, along with all zippers which have been carefully welded, keeping a strong secure seal.

The bag also includes the X-act fit strap system, which helps distribute the weight of the bag equally across your shoulders for an easier and comfortable carry experience. The lightweight and soft material makes taking the bag on and off simple and pleasant.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Titanium/Neon Blue/Black - Black/Titanium/Red - Navy/White/Red -Royal/Black/Red - Red/Black/Neon Blue
Weight: 2.2kg

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Mizuno BR-DRI Stand Bag

Watertight and mobile, equipped with every essential stand bag feature, the BR-DRI from Mizuno is a fully waterproof and incredibly practical golf bag.

The BR-DRI promises to offer a completely 100% waterproof experience. The waterproof material delicately seals all pockets and zips to help protect the interior of the bag, along with an in-built rain hood for extra when needed.

The bag is cleverly split into 5-way full length dividers to help spaciously display your clubs securely and safely. The 5 practical zip pockets provide a safe place for valuables, food, water and other golfing equipment.

The BR-DRI from Mizuno prides itself on being a comfortable and easy to carry stand bag, the padded double strap perfectly balances out the weight of the bag for an enjoyable carry experience.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Navy/Cyan - Navy/Red
Weight: 2kg
Dimensions: 30cm*20cm*89cm

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Sun Mountain H2NO Sunday Bag

Just like the entire Sun Mountain H2NO, the Sunday Bag is constructed with waterproof fabrics, high quality waterproof zippers and seams are taped and sealed for a 100% waterproof finish.

Other than its brilliant waterproof technology, the bags main standout feature is just how unbelievably lightweight it is. Weighing in at only 1.5kg, you’ll never have the concerns of dragging around a heavy bag on your shoulders. Combine all this with a paddy carry strap and padded mesh hip pad for an unbelievably comfortable carry experience.

The Sun Mountain H2NO Sunday Bag comes equipped with a 3-way padded divider that promises to keep your clubs safe and secure. For an in-depth review about the Sun Mountain H2NO Sunday Bag and more information about the H2NO range, click here.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Black/White - Navy/Grey
Weight: 1.5kg

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TaylorMade FlexTech Crossover Stand Bag

The all new FlexTech Crossover stand bag is the unique design from TaylorMade to deliver a stand bag that is ideal for carrying and placing on a golf cart if needed.

The standout feature for the FlexTech Crossover is the fantastic 14-way, full length dividers which provides excellent space for each golf club to be packed safely and securely. The patented smooth release, collapsible base system ensures that no club will crowd or stick in the bag. The top design also includes an integrated grab handle to help with lifting the bag on-and-off your shoulder.

The FlexTech Crossover provides a very comfortable carry experience from its four-point dual sensitive strap system that excellently balances the overall weight of the stand bag equally for more maneuverability and comfort.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Grey/Blue - Black - Grey
Weight: 2.8kg

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Big Maxx Aqua Hybrid Stand Bag

The brand-new Big Maxx Aqua Hybrid provides the perfect balance between all the practical functions of a cart bag along with the lightweight and efficient traits of a stand bag.

The spacious bag provides lots of room for storage, this includes 7 waterproof pockets that are ideal for storing valuables, food, water and other golfing equipment needed for your round. The 14-way full dividers are great for dividing up your golf clubs into secure compartments for safety and convenience.

The footless stand mechanism is easy to use and provides a strong base on any sloped or tilted surface you may come across on the course. The padded, air channel straps offer great comfort and breathability when it comes to carrying the Aqua Hybrid around the course.

The stand bag is sturdy enough to be a valid replacement for a cart bag, while simultaneously being incredibly lightweight and comfortable to use as a stand bag. For more information about the Big Maxx range and the Aqua Hybrid, click here.

Weight and Dimensions

Colours: Black/Red - Lime/Black/Silver - Petrol/Orange - Red/Black/Silver - Silver/Black/Red - White/Black/Orange
Weight: 2.3kg

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Cobra’s KING Ultradry Stand Bag

The Cobra KING Ultradry stand bag is the ideal bag to keep your golfing equipment dry in a comfortable and lightweight bag which can easily be carried around the course.

With the help of Cobra’s Ultradry material and the waterproofed seamed sealed zippered pockets the stand bag is perfect for dealing with the worst weather conditions possible. This waterproof technology provides great security for all your golfing items that will be placed in the many fleece lined and spacious pockets, perfect for storing valuables.

The Cobra KING Ultradry stand bag also includes an EasyFlex base which provides a sturdy foundation to stand your bag anywhere on the golf course, no matter the conditions or the gradient.