Not many of us have our own caddy every time we play a round of golf, so most of us are forced to bring our own clubs with us. There are different types and styles of golf bags available to make this job as easy and convenient as possible. Let’s take a look at the main ones:

bag
The carry bag, as the name implies, is a bag that simply puts in the clubs and accessories you need, and takes it with you around the course, this is the most common of the golf club bags. There are endless brands available and quality is usually a reflection of the price you pay. With this type of bag, you want it to be as light as possible but durable enough to get in and out of the trunk of your car. The clubs should fit well and not fall apart as you walk around the course, as this can be extremely annoying for you and your golfing partners. Look for comfortable straps, some come with a double strap to help better distribute the weight of the bag, and any padding, such as for the hip, is usually an advantage.

pencil or sunday bag
If you don’t tend to lose too many balls or break a lot of tees, then you can get away with one of these streamlined club bags. The number of clubs and accessories you can carry is limited, but if storage is an issue, this could be a good option.

stand bag
The stand bag is basically a carry bag that has an extendable stand built into it. A good stand bag will be well built, have a nice wide stand so it won’t fall over every time you put it down. Straps should be strong and comfortable and easy to put on and take off. You want the bag to sit at the right angle so that you can easily access all of your clubs and have access to all of your storage pockets.

trolley bag
If you regularly use a trolley, stroller, or trolley, then it’s a good idea to get a bag specifically designed with this in mind. Cart bags come with a multitude of pockets and storage compartments for things like wet weather gear, valuables, and even some with drink coolers. These bags typically have a sturdier construction, still lightweight, but a bit more robust than your standard carry or stand bag.

travel bag
The travel bag is usually a sturdy padded sleeve that slips over your existing golf bag for when you travel. These come in two types, the hard case and the soft case. Hard cases are usually quite bulky, but are good for protection when flying. The soft case is fine for the boot of your rental car or just for protection when storing your clubs.