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I am so frustrated right now. My ping hoofer extreme is always good to me when on my back. BUT when i try and put clubs back in the back, its the biggest pain in the a**. Im so sick and tired of this bag and its jamming. Can anyone reccomend a bag that the clubs dont jam in? I carry almost all the time.

PS I hated the schling carry system when i had it. Club dividers were good though.

I have a Hoofer from the school team and an Ogio.

Just get an Ogio without the schling system. I have last years Vaporlite in a nice blue fade, and the clubs never tangle, and they're always easy to find. However, the down side is that the legs don't close up tight against the bag (the hoofer wins in this category for me, but yeah, tangled clubs is unavoidable). But still, I always prefer the Ogio over the Hoofer so long as I'm not in a school match.

I agree, IMO Ogio wasn't thinking when it came to the schling system, doesn't fit or feel like it can hold the weight of clubs and balls as you walk up and down hills.

Vince

Just got a new Ogio Vaporlite and loaded it up. Clubs have been in/out of the bag 4 or 5 times, and no tangling at this point.

Gonna test it today on 18...I'll let you know!

Two issues with Ogio- the towel gets caught in the legs when you pick the bag up, and the Woode system is lousy as its tough to get clubs out or put back in. I eventually returned mine because of that. Maybe the new Nike pro combo with 14 slots is the Real Deal.

Just finished 9 with the new Ogio Vaporlite and it worked very well for me. Clubs went in/out with no issue, straps are comfortable, legs worked well.

I'm pleased with my purchase!

I tried every ogio carry bag and the legs just don't work with a full set of clubs. you pick the back up and the legs just stick out and never retract. I reproduced this with 10 different bags in the store.

I'm still searching for THE best bag. The sun mountain is great at 3.5 lbs but just doesn't last long enough - may need to bite the bullet and go up in weight.

Walked 9 again today and had none of the problems listed above with my Ogio Vaporlite. It's still new (2 9 hole rounds only), but I highly recommend this bag.

Others here may have more experience, just wanted to put in my .02 since it's positive.

I know Mizzy isn't known for bags, but I've been using the Mizuno GTO for a couple of months now, and have been pleasantly suprised.

try the nike xtreme lite it seems to work pretty good for me

A light carry bag is not going to be the best for getting clubs in/out, nor is it going to have the sturdiest legs... It's a compromise between making a tank and a quiver.

I think Ogios are the best combo of lightweight and utility, but that's just me.

How about the sun mountain bags? I just ordered a Superlight 3.5 which has come with rave reviews from other members of my club. They sell a "Mini" that's 2lbs but the club opening was so small that it made getting more than one club out at a time difficult. The 3.5 seemed like a nice compromise. Anyone had one of these?

Here's a link to the bag.

I have had hoofers since I can't remember, but carrying a 7lb hoofer extreme versus a 3lb Sun Mountain with the same features seems excessive.

The old sunmountain 3.5 was great but they cheaped out on the straps on this years version. not as padded, not wide...very uncomfortable.

I have the Nike Extreme Light --- don't buy it if you don't like sticking clubs and short legs.

It is a great bag IF they would increase the diameter, open up the bottom so no sticking and extend the legs by an inch.

BUT don't buy it now.

WAIT until the new Extreme Light comes out - it may be early next year -- the Rep says they solved the issues. But the air straps are great.

I have YET to find THE holy grail in light bags defined as 4.5 lbs or less. They don't make it. If they would fix the 2 issues, Nike might have it. It is extremely stable and comfy - but as explained above. . . Wait.

Ogio - everyone is correct about the legs - they don't make you happy and the bag falls down in the wind.

Sorry - I'd love to say here is the good news. But I can't ......

I don't think Callaway gets many props in the bag department. But my Warbird stand bag is awesome, easy club management for me anyway. Stand is great and it's fairly light for me. Although I do only carry it on one shoulder. But the 2 straps work fine. Really good bang for the buck at 129.99 CDN. Here's a pic.

I was having a discussion with some people the other day and we got on the topic of how the quality of the Ping bags is not what it used to be. There was a time when an L8 or a Hoofer would last forever but now their bags get beat up very quickly. I think Ping is to worried with keeping up with the innovations made by Ogio and other companies and not making sturdy bags.

I'm willing to bet , metaphorically, that the Callaway carry bag was manufactured by a company other than Callaway ; probably made by Ogio ?

By the way, any opinions on IZZO carry bags? I bought an Izzo Spirit II carry bag this Spring; I have used it for at least 25 rounds ; works great for me; really nifty bottle carrier that you can access while you walk.

Any IZZO thoughts out there?

Chances are Callaway outsources the bag, as for Izzo I have never owned one of their bags but I have always liked what I have seen from the product.

I have a 2001 model Callaway Daytripper made by Ogio in almost perfect condition. It does not have the Woode system but has a putter pit. While it's in great shape I have been looking for something new. I bought a Titleist X66 this summer to carry some and it's an ok bag but has no seperate putter well which I like. It's a re badged Sun Mountain 3.5 but better looking with a much better strap system.

So now that I have a light weight ( under 4lbs) that is ok, I have been looking for something to replace the Daytripper. Problem is, the only stand bags I have seen that are any where near the quality of the Daytripper are the Grom and Exo/Edge, but I like a more traditional look. Some of the Mizunos look like good quality ( fabrics, stand, etc). I will use this bag mostly when I ride but want the built in stand.

Callaway screwed up when they discontinued the Daytripper and all of the Terra Firmas look cheap but they are not.

I owned 2 Izzo Spirit bags - I like the bag - won't be the most durable - will last a couple of seasons. But everything is in the right place. But the legs broke on the first bag, the stand broke on the second. They replaced both, but after the second time, I asked for a cart bag as a replacement.

Sorry if this is off topic but does anyone have a pic of the new ping vantage? As im thinking of getting one.

Cheers Jack

ask and you shall receive...

I wanted that bag...missed it twice!!

very nice, icecold!

Only one brand and that is Ogio.

I have two complaints, one being the towels get between the legs and a bit of a mission to get them out whilst the bag is on your back and secondly a bit of a quality issue.

But, they carry well and the storage system works well. Best I've ever had. The guys at Ogio really think when they design their bags as the important pockets are always closeby, even when on your back.

For me it is always between the hoofer and the Ogio.

Burton has new carry bags that look interesting - 3 of them are 5 pounds or less -- in the Monoshock line. These are new - so my guess is that no one has tried them. Any comments in general?

www.burtongolf.com

$120-140 at online retailers.

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what a great thread!
I've had a few L8+'s, an original hoofer, and the hoofer 2 that I carry now. It's got holes in two of the pockets, and the lettering is almost gone. Time for a new one. My question is this: Does anyone carry the Vantage? How does it stack up to the Hoofers? I'm a bit wary of the Extreme b/c of reviews here.

I have a Hoofer Extreme (4 hole top), and I will be picking up another for a spare. I love mine, it carrys extremely well, and while walking, I can access all needed pockets. If I had one very small complaint, I would of liked one more pocket, just as the Vantage has now....but that would be for the Rangefinder I will be getting
Bulldog...

I use a towel ring and clip the towel to the top strap ring on my Ogio and have no problem with my towels (2) getting caught in the legs.

Ogio does make many of Cally's bags.

I went through a couple tries with different bags this year, and settled on the Sun Mountain Lightning (not the S version). It is an outstanding bag. Worth a look, IMO.

Thanks a lot i am thinking of maybe getting this and it's looks sooo good



Jack

got a titleist x76 bag in red/white/blue. great bag. not too many pockets, but nbot too few. stand is solid. looks great. a little heavy for a company's light bag, but I'd still highly recommend it!

Bummer, I heard such great things about the mini that i put a reserve on one at my pro shop... might have to pass on it now... Just a pain in the back to carry this hoofer extreme.

That Hoofer vantage is a heavy puppy too; there's some weighty tech (likely the retractable strap deals) in there.

If you want a thicker, more comfy strap, go with the Lightning - the straps are better than the 3.5, it has the roll top and is only about 6 ounces more in weight.

Nice bag. But only tried it with 14 clubs in it at the store.

Ummmm no it isn't. I've had no problems toting this thing 18 up and down a hilly course. This is not the behemoth 6.5 lbs everyone is touting it to be. In fact, everyone praises the nike Pro Combo Tour stand bag @ 5.5 lbs and I've messed around with both. The Vantage feels lighter than the Pro Combo Tour bag.

I agree with the previous post... the vantage is anything but an unwieldy behemoth. It would probably take a crippled one armed 7 year old with major coordination issues to have any trouble with the weight and or design of this bag.I own that fantastic bag and in reality I didn't notice any difference in weight between it and its predecessors. It is however, an amazing bag with the best pocketeering of any bag ive ever worn (and I'm a caddy so I would know)

That's very true. I just picked up a Mizuno Aerolite for $60 when my Hoofer Extreme bit the dust. I've been EXTREMELY impressed by it.

The features are fantastic, the kabuki top does a great job of keeping clubs untangled and from banging around together. The stock rainhood that comes with the bag is fantastic, something a lot of companies could learn from. The only thing that I wish is that it stood a little taller like my Hoofer, this would make getting to the short irons a little easier when the bag is in the standing position.

I just came back from my local pro shop and thought I would share a few of my observations.

The new Nike Pro Combo Tour bag is NOT a carry bag. the 14 divider system is interesting, but it really seems more like a cart bag than a carry bag.

I ended up buying the Sun Mountain Mini. I didn't believe my friend when he said it could fit 14 clubs, I loaded it up and went and played 9 holes. I barely noticed it on my back and didn't not notice having a hard time getting any club out of the bag. I LOVE this bag. It's really incredible, great stand that pops out and sturdy, and the dual straps are great. For anyone that walks I HIGHLY recommend you check out the mini.

Coincidentally, I went to my golf store today and stuffed a mini with 14 clubs - it can be done!!

But so many clubs in such a small space was too crowded and the thin straps are the same as the 3.5 bag - too thin! The Lightning has a 9.5 top and thicker straps -

But I was more impressed with the Mizuno Aerolite II - 3.5 lbs, very nice straps, it now has netting (at least it's something) for a water bottle, and it has a strap to keep the legs in place for a cart -- and the Kabuki Top -- THIS IS the top 3.5 Bag on the market at the moment.

I have a new Ogio Vaporlite that has been carried for 2 9 hole rounds and 5 or 6 range sessions. I love it and wouldn't consider trading it!

You just cant top the hoofer extreme team bags.
They just look so elegant and stylish!
Other bags like ogio,taylormade,callaway,titleist are just to chunky and unsophisticated!