How to Select a Golf Bag

Selecting the right type of golf bag will help protect the clubs from unnecessary wear and tear. The golfer should make sure that the bag is the right size before making a purchase. Shopping at several different stores is the best way to find a golf bag for a good price.

• Ask a friend who golfs for recommendations on bags. Look over your friend’s bag to see if your clubs would fit properly. Carry the bag with your friend's clubs in it to check the weight to make sure that the equipment is not too heavy if you like to walk the golf course instead of riding in a cart during a round.


• Go to a local golf shop to find a bag. If you are not sure which brand of golf bag to buy, ask a sales clerk at the shop for help. Let the clerk know the type of clubs you have, so you can get the right advice on the bag to choose.


• Shop at a sporting goods store to look for golf bags. Many sporting goods stores have lower prices than golf shops, so you should compare the prices of both sources before making a purchase. Look for the same type of bag the golf shop sales clerk recommends or buy a different one if you find a better deal.


• Check online to find a discount golf bag. Look for websites that carry golf equipment and search the inventory for the type of bag you want. Find out how much it costs to ship the bag before you order one from an online vendor.


• Look in a golf equipment catalog to find different bags for sale. Check for discounts in the catalog to save some money. Make sure you like the weight and material of the bag before you place an order.