SPY VIP GolfSpy_X Posted April 7, 2010 SPY VIP Share Posted April 7, 2010 Why Do All Golf Bags Look Alike? There is definite room for improvement when it comes to the comfort and ergonomics of the golf bag we all lug around the course. Golf bags are generally easy to use although because of the strap styles available the load is usually carried inefficiently. They also take a up a lot of space which can begin to cause problems with many of the current and future car designs. This bag design takes both the load issue and the size issue bags have and still keeps the bag very functional. So what do you guys think? Can a golf bag be UNIQUE? Tell Me Your Opinion. FOR PICS OF THE BAG: http://www.mygolfspy.com/golf-bag-backpack/ #TruthDigest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP Tony Covey MGS Posted April 7, 2010 SPY VIP Share Posted April 7, 2010 I've got a bit of a golf bag fetish, so I think I probably pay more attention to bags than most people. There's no shortage of unique ideas (or at least unique takes on similar ideas), but for whatever reason, nothing really seems to catch on. People like what they like, and mostly what they like is the cheapest bag that will hold their stuff. Some of my favorite innovations that haven't really achieved mainstream success (at least not that I'm aware of): Cleveland's Club Count Cart Bag Bennington's Quiet Organizer Bag Boy's Clip-Lok and Revolver Golfaholic with Solar Charger Mutliple innovations (ZBP, HOODE, Ball Silo) from OGIO (probably my favorite bag company). All really cool stuff, but I do wonder how much the average golfer cares. MyGolfSpy is only major golf site that refuses advertising from large golf companies. With your support we can keep it that way. Donate Today Follow @GolfSpyT Subscribe to the MyGolfSpy Newsletter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 Interesting, not my bag so to say, but a neat design. I am sure Caddies around the world would push for this! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moecat Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 I like the back-pack concept except for the possibility that one may be limited to fitting 8 clubs in the bag, based on what I see in the design. That is, unless some of the club slots can hold 2 at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saternus Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 GolfSpy T - I've seen a number of those innovations before and I like them (particularly the clip lock bag). I had not seen the Club Count before, and I think that's a pretty neat feature. Unfortunately, I totally agree with you about people wanting a cheap bag, and I'm definitely "people." I think this backpack idea is pretty cool and looks like it would be much more comfortable. 1 thought: would my clubs be hitting me in the head? The pictures are the bottom make me think "yes." I do like the legs on this one, they look very stable. Follow me on Twitter: @MattSaternus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP GolfSpy Dave Posted April 7, 2010 SPY VIP Share Posted April 7, 2010 I like the backpack, but the hitting in the head and the butt would have to be addressed. Love the cardboard mock-up. I have seen pull bags with this tiered construction. Solar panel is one step away from getting the car stereo to work in the bag. Volvo Intorqueo All the cool kids follow me on twitter: @GolfspyDave If you are not a cool kid, following me on twitter will make you cool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyGMP Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 Like anything else...it would start slow; whether or not it would build momentum, only time would tell. The way technology is changing and updating so rapidly this day in age it's got a sporting chance. The size and features seem like they were designed for superior functionality. I'd give it a shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puppiesforpresident Posted April 7, 2010 Share Posted April 7, 2010 I can definitely see where this would be better than a typical stand bag, but I'm not sure I can get over the looks. I'm sure eventually I'll get used to it, but as of now it just looks too weired. Striving For Mediocrity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 Cool looking idea, looks like a bit of pain in the ass drop off your shoulders and to get the legs out. Also, if it happens to be raining, your going to get soaked, it's going to run off the bag down your back. I have a Sun Mountain with the hook type system round your waist, the bag is the best investment I've made. Helps a lot with stopping the bag bouncing with the bag. I have a revolving WITB policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 The best invention ever for a bag is dual cooler compartments that drain outside the bag! Priceless!!! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted April 8, 2010 Share Posted April 8, 2010 Maybe the best ever golf bag made, full of inovations, yet made almost 30 years ago!! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted April 9, 2010 Share Posted April 9, 2010 Maybe the best ever golf bag made, full of inovations, yet made almost 30 years ago!! Have you the tour player's with the LCD screens in them that advertise sponsor's. Definitely thinking outside the box. Pretty sure the caddys hate the idea though. I have a revolving WITB policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted April 12, 2010 Share Posted April 12, 2010 I picture Al Cervick playing a Porno on the screen while playing! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxio Posted April 12, 2010 Share Posted April 12, 2010 I agree with sactown. Physics: If you make room in the head area that will take away from the butt space. If you make space in the butt area you may need a helmet. Pace of Play: It would probably add an extra 20minutes total per player to set it down/pick it up versus a conventional standbag. Cart use: I guess that would be practically impossible. Hopefully it will evolve into a great product after a few tweaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trgolf9 Posted April 25, 2010 Share Posted April 25, 2010 ok i guess but i still like the bags we have todaay trgolf9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainuh Posted April 25, 2010 Share Posted April 25, 2010 I suppose that the bag design is practical if you're playing golf while hiking the Appalachian Trail but the idea of dropping it off your shoulders and then putting it back on again seems to be way too much work for me. As far as bag design goes I think that the Izzo dual strap has been the last significant improvement carry wise. rob I Can't Help It If I'm Lucky... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Bush Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 the design with the back pack style is right how the clubs sit straight up and down ur spine is off. The clubs need to either go to one side or make a X 7 one direction 7 the other but this would make u look like some type of huge manly butterfly walking around But i would for go the embarassment of the look of it if it saved my back I work on a neurosurgery floor back and neck surgies all day long and see the same people back time and time again so lets says a fusion of ur spine is not a good thing and i love walking and carrying my bag, since im 25 i am to macho to use a pull cart lol Andrew Bush da lefty of the forum. Cleveland DST Tour 9.5 with Diamana Whiteboard. Nike Sasquatch 4 wood with diamana blue. Nike Sasquatch 3 hybrid with diamana hybrid shaft Callaway x forged 4-pw with prject x flighted 6.0 Callaway x forged 52 and 56 chrome Callaway x forged 60 vintage Odyssey white hot tour number 5. Nike one platinum soon to be nike tour running out of the platinums!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambles Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 One guy here eliminated the bag entirely. He put a couple of bars and plastic clips on a folding suitcase cart and just clipped the clubs on. It made perfect sense to me as the whole thing was very light and he only carried what he needed along with his 14 clubs. The clips also eliminated the threat of bag chatter. Granted that the clubs were exposed to the elements but he was a pretty old guy who liked pulling his own and didn't play in the rain for health reasons. Too bad his idea didn't catch on here as we are mostly required to have caddies whenever we play. Shambles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 I have to have a cart bag with lots of pockets and an insulated cooler pouch or I am lost on the course! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PingManKMB Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 GolfSpy T - I've seen a number of those innovations before and I like them (particularly the clip lock bag). I had not seen the Club Count before, and I think that's a pretty neat feature. Unfortunately, I totally agree with you about people wanting a cheap bag, and I'm definitely "people." I think this backpack idea is pretty cool and looks like it would be much more comfortable. 1 thought: would my clubs be hitting me in the head? The pictures are the bottom make me think "yes." I do like the legs on this one, they look very stable. Agreed. Looks like I would need a hard hat to protect me from my clubs from klanking off the back of my head! "Hey Ace... You got any more of that gum?" "That's none of your damn business and I'll thank you for staying out of my personal affairs." - Ace Ventura Pet Detective Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinclyde Posted June 5, 2010 Share Posted June 5, 2010 I would have loved to have a bad like this in high school. I think the weight would be a lot more even on the shoulders and would help with fatigue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parbreaker Posted June 23, 2010 Share Posted June 23, 2010 Great concept for walkers - not sure how it will play with those who like light weight bags but ride majority of the time. Probably will stick with PING or Titleist... TM Superdeep TP 9.5 Diamana Whiteboard TEE CB3 15 Motore Tour Adams Idea Pro Tour Issue 20 KBS Hybrid Titleist AP2 4-PW KBS Stiff Taylormade XFT 52, 58, 64 KBS Hi-Rev Stiff Cameron Coronado Welded Neck T Stamp Taylormade Red (If they still made em) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moody Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 Two questions: 1. Is it convenient. Is this thing going to be easy to take off and put on? 2. Am I going to get whacked in the head by my clubs? Make sure those two issues are taken care of and I'm all in. Sounds like a great concept for the walking duffer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf & Martial Arts Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 This Will be great with an opened Umbrella! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captseadog Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 99 percent of all cart bags out there still allow the clubs to clank and clink. I know that you can put club covers on but they are time consuming and often get lost on the court. I do not remember which manufacturer made it, but there was a bag that tilted out toward the rear of the cart and the clubs sat in the bottom portion of the diamond shaped slot. This was a great improvement but I can not find this bag any longer. In my way of thinking, the problem is the golf cart. We need to revamp the cart so the clubs are in front of the driver and passenger instead of behind them. The clubs should lay in a V shape that is biased toward the side of the cart that the occupant exits the cart. In other words: the driver exits the cart and the clubs are in front of him angling out to the left. The passenger leaves the cart and the clubs are angling out to the right. This angle would allow the clubs to ride in the bottom of the diamond shaped divider and put the clubs in front of the driver and eliminate the time behind the cart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SargeDesign Posted July 19, 2010 Share Posted July 19, 2010 Current stand bags are still better because its so easy to pick them up and put them down. In this new design, the straps are hanging below the bag, behind the legs when it is standing. You would have to bend down and reach underneath to pick it up. Imagine trying to take it off and put it down, you cant just drop it like a normal bag. This design wasn't thought through very well. But hey...what did you expect from Maxfli? SARGE BLOG: Helping people win the internet since the day I started helping people win the internet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigPete Posted August 9, 2010 Share Posted August 9, 2010 I see a couple of problems... - Head bashing from clubs as others have stated - Not as easy to carry quickly a few yards round a green or just up to next tee. - Can't access pockets whilst walking - How does it cope with sidehill lies? - Clumsy to transport in boot of car - No trolley / cart option Other than that it's good to see someone trying to improve they way we carry clubs although I see the double strap as THE biggest improvement in the last 20 years (cue someone telling me they've been around since 1963 but they've only become popular / ubiquitous recently) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin66 Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 I totally agree with you about people wanting a cheap bag, and I'm definitely "people." I think this backpack idea is pretty cool and looks like it would be much more comfortable. I am also one of those "people"- I've never spent more than $60 on a bag- what's the point, unless it tees off and/or keeps score for me, or does my taxes? I do like the backpack look... I guess this might boil down to one of those "wait and see" deals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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