<p class=”body-dropcap”>What makes a truly great golf bag? The answer depends on many things. There’s a whole population of <strong><a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g42661607/golf-shirts-for-men/” target=”_blank”>golfers out there</a></strong>—not counting the <strong><a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g43980244/best-golf-pants/” target=”_blank”>touring pros</a></strong> who are required to—who believe walking is the only way to play the game. These romantics, purists, environmentalists, lovers of nature, and step counters need a bag conducive to a<strong> <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g37262259/best-golf-shoes/” target=”_blank”>few miles of walking</a></strong> in the wilderness. They also need a way to gracefully set the bag down so as not to ding their precious beauties. </p><p>On the other hand, if you’re riding in a cart (and prayers up it’s not a Cart Path Only day), a bulkier bag might make more sense. Then you’ve got a place to stash an extra sleeve of balls and a couple of cold ones (<strong><a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g60592179/best-golf-quarter-zips/” target=”_blank”>or essentials</a></strong> for whatever your vice may be) without having to worry about carrying the weight. </p><p>So whether you’re changing the way you’re playing, upgrading from the bag that came with your first set, or <strong><a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g60605177/best-golf-socks-for-men/” target=”_blank”>looking to add to your arsenal</a></strong>, these 15 bags not only get the job done but <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-accessories/g60456549/best-sun-hats-for-men/” target=”_blank”><strong>don’t look half bad doing it</strong></a>.</p>”/>
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best overall golf bag
MacKenzie Mac Golf Bag
Pros
- Ships immediatley
- 8″ opening with two pockets
Cons
- Plastic backing on carts can be tough on canvas
Ask any serious golfer you know and they’ll probably describe Mackenzie’s golf bags as some variation of a holy grail. For 35 years, the folks at Mackenzie have set out to produce the ultimate bag for walking golfers. Great Scot, they’ve done it.
Best bag for luxury walkers
G/Fore Sunday Golf Bag
Pros
- Monogrammed option available
- Padded straps for easy carry
Cons
- Some users wish it was a little bigger
Another bag, this one from G/Fore, that blends the aesthetic trims of staff and stand bags into a carry bag perfect for short-course bliss or a range session at sunset.
best affordable golf bag
Sunday Golf Loma Bag
Pros
- Ultra-lightweight and portable
- Velour-lined pocket for your phone, keys, wallet, or whatever
Cons
- Can sell out quickly
At the other end of the spectrum, Sunday Golf specializes in bags that take all the hassle out of packing up for a round. Golfers who use the sport as a chance to get away from the complexities of everyday life will appreciate its stripped-down elements and easygoing look.
best everyday bag
TaylorMade Stand Golf Bag
Pros
- Fit-to-hand grab handle
- 360 degree sip-off ball pocket
Cons
- Some users say it’s a little bulky
You know the shoes you keep by the door? Your go-tos? You can wear them with any outfit. This is the golf-bag version. Its bells and whistles are the only ones you need. And hey, if you’re playing TaylorMade clubs, consistency is always a good idea.
best golf bag for teams
Sun Mountain Stand Golf Bag
Pros
- Comes in multiple color options
- Made using recycled plastic bottles
Cons
- Some users say it’s smaller than they expected
Speaking of technical-leaning bags, few do it better than Sun Mountain, the brand that’s been making damn-good golf bags for as long as we can remember. This edition’s cool comes courtesy of its lunar look, so it’ll still work in a few decades when civilian space travel includes golf destinations.
best bag for playful golfers
Jain 1st Edit Bag
Pros
- 4 pins included
- Custom embroidery inside
Cons
- All sales are final
The mother of all carry bags gets an incredibly cool and playful take, courtesy of the game changers at Jain Golf. If you make this your bag, get used to double takes on the first tee, lots of inquiries, and never seeing someone with the same bag as you. If you do—you’ve found a friend for life.
best cart bag
Callaway Org Cart Bag
Pros
- 14-way divider top
- Push cart friendly
Cons
- Some users say it doesn’t hold up as well as they expected
They do, in fact, make bags especially for carts. This one from Callaway’s got all the essentials, strategically positioned for strapping into one of Club Car’s finest.
best travel bag
Club Glove Last Bag
Pros
- Holds most standard-sized bags
- Reliable and durable
Cons
- Not an actual golf bag
It’s not a golf bag—but no matter which one you’ve got, if you’re planning to put that golf bag full of your expensive clubs in the hands of your local airport’s baggage handlers, make sure it can sustain the gauntlet ahead. Club Glove’s “Last Bag” is called that for a reason. It’ll be the last travel bag you ever buy, just after the one that got torn to shreds at JFK.
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Weight: As a general rule of thumb, you’ll want to look for a bag that is lightweight—sounds easy enough, right? Carry bags are typically the lightest option available but are also the most minimal in design, meaning there will be fewer pockets and pouches. So if you want something that has a little more to it, tour bags—although they’re meant to either sit in the back of a cart or be carried by someone else—are a great option. The bag you choose really depends on if you prefer to walk or ride.
Material: The weight of the bag is also dependent on the material of the bag. If you’re looking for an easy-to-carry option, you’ll want to choose a bag that is made of either canvas or nylon. With that being said, materials like leather and synthetic leather are more durable and come with high-quality stitching. It’s also important to keep in mind the weather at the course where you’re playing—if it’s somewhere like Torrey Pines or Pebble Beach, you’ll want something that is water-resistant.
Number of Dividers: Now, this is all about personal preference, but most options range from four dividers all the way up to fifteen. It all depends on how many clubs you choose to bring with you and whether every one is worthy of its own slot or not.
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We’re not going to say something is great unless it’s actually great. Every product in Esquire’s roundups is carefully curated by our fashion and e-commerce teams.
When it comes to golf bags, you can rest assured that we’re hand-selecting styles that we’ve personally tested, tried, and loved, along with styles that the rest of our stylish colleagues here at Esquire endorse for their own wear. We’ve had to go through a lot of trial and error, and these golf bags are the ones that are simply the best.
Every pick on this list (and our other lists!) comes from years of wearing different things, seeing what we love and what we don’t, and going from there. No two tastes are the same, and no two men are the same. Your proverbial mileage may vary. But if you’re looking for the right place to start, with advice from folks who care (possibly too much!) about this sort of stuff, this is the place to be.
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