Purchasing the correct golf bag can be critical to how much you will enjoy the game of golf. Nobody wants to struggle or fight for eighteen holes with their golf bag by trying to find the right golf clubs or if the bag does not fit you correctly. This can simply make your round of golf absolutely miserable.

As you are looking for a new golf bag so you can enjoy the game more this year or if your current bag is worn out and ready to be replaced, with all of the options where do you begin? Many of the manufacturers offer many of the same basic features in a golf bag of a certain type such as a stand bag or a cart bag.

1. Type of Bag

The choice of the final type of golf bag that you decide to buy really will be largely determined by how you play the game. If you walk while you enjoy the game then you will definitely want to but a golf stand bag. These bags are also referred to as a carry bag or a sunday bag.

If you ride in a golf cart while you enjoy the game then you can purchase either a golf cart bag or a stand bag will work for you. Since you will not be lugging your bag around the course, your decision will be persuaded by the price of the bags and by just what you like.

2. Material

After you have made the decision of whether you are going to purchase a stand bag or a cart bag, this decision might be made for you. What am I talking about? Well, if you are purchasing a stand bag, more than likely the bag will be made of nylon. By using nylon the manufacturer can make a good lightweight stand bag. In turn, the majority of all cart bags are made of leather. Leather is a much heavier material and therefore can be used on cart bag as the weigh is not an issue since you will not be carrying the bag,

3. Pockets

All bags come with a large pocket to keep a rain hood as well as your rain jacket and rain pants. These bags are designed with multiple pockets for golf accessories such as golf balls, tees, a permanent marker and ball markers. In addition, many companies have realized that many golfers want a pocket to keep a water bottle or Gatorade bottle as they play. They have served that need by including an insulated bottle pocket to help keep your drink nice and cool while you practice and play.

4. Rain Hood

Make sure that your new golf bag has a rain hood included and that you know how it attaches. Although it sounds simple, a rain hood is something that you never think about until you really need it and you do not want to have to figure out how to put it on while you are getting soaked.

5. Warranty

You will want to make sure and be clear about the available warranty on the bag that you are looking to purchase as this may vary from one manufacturer to another.

With this information you will be able to make a good decision on a golf bag for you and will be able to enjoy the great game of golf even more than you currently do.