Best golf stand bags you can buy in 2019

Golf stand bags might not instantly seem the most important purchasing decision you will ever to have to make, but try telling yourself that when the heavens open as you trudge to the 12th lugging that old hefty bag you've owned since 1998 over your ailing back. 

In 2019, golf stand bags not only look more stylish, but they are lighter, sleeker, more comfortable and more waterproof than ever before. 

Priced in the region of £120 to £230, GolfMagic highlights its favourite EIGHT golf stand bags on the market right now...

#1 - SUN MOUNTAIN 4.5 LS

Sun Mountain's new 4.5 LS 14-Way model is designed for golfers seeking a well organised carry bag, with 14 individual club dividers that make it easy to select the clubs.

A lumber support Air Flow hip pad, combined with the patented E-Z Fit Dual Strap System, helps to balance the weight of the bag effectively.

The bag is also suitable for use on a trolley, thanks to the leg-lock system and cart-friendly base, while the cart strap pass-through ensures the pockets remain easily accessible.

Nine spacious pockets provide sufficient space for clothing and accessories. It also comes in four different colours. 

RRP: £229
Website: www.brandfusion.co.uk

#2 - SUN MOUNTAIN 2.5+

The ultra-lightweight Sun Mountain 2.5+ bag is another stand out model in the carry bag range.

Designed for the avid walking golfer, the bag features a four-way, 9” top and five pockets, including a full-length clothing pocket; a velour-lined valuables pocket; a ball pocket with two-way zippers; plus an accessible beverage pouch.

Weighing under 1.4kg, the adjustable X-Strap Dual Strap System ensures guaranteed comfort and ease of use, with a single strap for carrying over shorter distances. The bag comes in four colour combinations with a matching rain hood.

RRP: £209
Website: www.brandfusion.co.uk

#3 - PING HOOFER

PING's Hoofer stand bag features 12 pockets of various shapes and sizes keep your items conveniently stowed.

It comes with a a five-way top to organise your clubs nicely, as wel as a new strap connector to ensure an ease of use. 

The bag also has front-adjusting shoulder straps with SensorCool Technology for added comfort, and a deployable rain hood that is attached inside a nicely cushioned hip pad.

RRP: £175
Website: www.ping.com

#4 - PING HOOFER LITE

One of the lightest and most durable new stand bags on the market.

PING's Hoofer Lite stand bag, like the Hoofer above, features a new strap connector for ease of use, as well as front-adjusting shoulder pads that are integrated with SensorCool Technology.

The bag also has a cushioned hip pad, a roomy four-way top, and seven pockets offering storage options for essentials and extras.

RRP: £155
Website: www.ping.com

#5 - TAYLORMADE FLEXTECH

TaylorMade's latest waterproof stand bag features a five-way top with two full-length dividers

It comes with a self adjusting strap system that allows the bag to stay stable while carrying, as well as a FlexTech stand system that ensures no club crowding.

There is a front grab handle, six pockets, comfortable back pads, an umbrella holder and a towel ring.

RRP: £165
Website: www.taylormadegolf.com

#6 - COBRA ULTRALIGHT

Cobra's standout stand bag for this season features a five-way top with individually lined club dividers to keep everything in order, along with a top handle.

The bag, as its name suggests, is one of the lightest on the market in terms of the premium stand bag offerings this year. 

It features an oversized apparel pocket, a fleece lined valuables pocket, an insulated beverage poocket that fits a large water bottle. 

The bag also has quick release shoulder straps, a hip pad with CoolFlow foam, an EasyFlex base for maximum ground contact and a customisable ball pocket.

RRP: £150
Website: www.cobragolf.com

#7 - WILSON EXO

The lightweight EXO Carry bag represents probably the best value for money golf stand bag on the market this season.

It comes with five divided club sections, a non-skid base and 3D foam straps for added comfort. 

The EXO stand bag also comes with plenty of storage with a Dry Tech valuables pocket, large garment pocket, an accessories pocket, water bottle sleeve, large ball pocket, and a fully integrated stand. 

Available in a range of colour combinations. 

RRP: £120
Website: www.wilson.com/golf

#8 - MOTOCADDY AQUAFLEX

Motocaddy's new AquaFlex stand bag is 100% waterproof and incredibly lightweight. 

It's also been designed to fit perfectly onto any Motocaddy trolley. 

The bag offers great flexibiity and includes a quick-release strap, rear stand lock, internal umbrella sleeve nd Smart Fit swivel buckle.

RRP: £200
Website: www.motocaddy.com/uk