Best Tour Golf Bags: Quick Menu
1. The list in brief
2. Used by Rory
3. Best looking
4. Used by Fowler
5. Used by Rahm
6. Used by Hovland
7. Used by Brooks
8. How we test
9. How to choose
10. FAQs
Professional golfers have access to all the latest equipment the golf retailers have to offer. From cutting-edge drivers to the very best golf gloves, they really live the dream of most amateurs, testing out and playing with all the top-of-the-range gear. And when it comes to choosing a golf bag, the majority of professionals opt for a tour bag, also known as a staff bag.
Like many of the best golf bags, tour bags come with a variety of very handy features. They are are larger than most stand bags and deliver ultimate levels of storage for everything from waterproof clothes to snacks. They also work for professional golfers to provide an elite level of protection to their very expensive tour-spec golf clubs, which if damaged, could cost a lot of money to repair.
Tour bags look great and give off the vibe that you know what you’re doing on the fairways. They are also very durable and will also last the distance. These bags are designed to travel the world, to be in use every day, to take a bit of a pounding. But what are the best tour bags on the market? Well, from our rigorous testing procedures, we've selected our favorites and added them to the list below to help you plan and manage your golf game just as the professionals would. If a tour bag is not for you then take a look at our guides on the best golf stand bags, best golf trolley bags or the best golf pencil bags.
The Quick List
A model used by TaylorMade staff players, the Tour Staff bag looks fantastic and has pockets aplenty for all your golf gear.
Titleist makes great looking gear and this bag is just another example, with the black premium look elevating style on the course.
A bag used by Cobra players, like Rickie Fowler, this model looks great and is made from durable fabrics to ensure longevity and strength.
An all-round excellent golf bag from Callaway, this is packed with features, such as the Comfort Strap and velour wrapped top.
Used by Ping staff players, this Tour model is easy to move around thanks to strategically placed handles whilst it is also stable too.
This Srixon Staff Bag works well for both caddies and carts which is a nice feature. It also ticks a lot of boxes as it is robust, stable and has lots of storage.
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Used by Rory
This is TaylorMade's top staff bag and it has used the color palette seen on its excellent Stealth 2 drivers to decorate its tour standard golf bag. This is as practical as you'd expect a tour bag to be with 12 pockets in total and a 6-way top that is lined with velour to protect your clubs and provide a premium feel.
Having the Stealth logo on the top of the bag adds to the quality this bag delivers. As we have seen in our best drivers and best irons guides, the Stealth range is a class above many other clubs on the market for performance and quality. While this logo will eventually date the bag when the next line is released, we still loved the combination of black and red this bag delivers.
The belly panel is fully removable too which will allow you to get something embroidered on to the bag to add a personal touch. If you currently use TaylorMade clubs too, they will look even smarter sat in this bag, but if you're after a slightly smaller TaylorMade bag, check out our best TaylorMade golf bags guide.
Best looking
A stylish product that oozes quality, the Titleist Midsize Tour Bag is designed with the needs of professional golfers in mind, bringing a wealth of features into a practical golf bag. And its clear the brand hasn't skimped on quality, considering the excellent visuals seen on this outstanding golf bag. It weighs around 4kg and sits nicely on one of the best golf carts too, but with the very comfortable strap that comes with the bag, players can enjoy walking the course with this bag too, which provides ample support to your shoulders.
This bag has plenty of easy-to-access storage options too, featuring a tour-inspired magnetic pocket that will keep all your valuables securely locked away. The removable belly panel can be customised to add your name, a logo or a colorful design. Zippers are both chunky and durable, plus with a rain hood on, this bag rivals some of the best waterproof golf bags on the market. It also comes in at great value
Used by Fowler
The clean and crisp visuals on the Cobra Aerojet Tour Staff bag make it an instant winner in our view. Akin to the stunning AeroJet drivers, the blue, white and black colorway on this bag gives it a very premium look that'll help you look like a professional player on the course. It also delivers on the features that you'd expect from a tour-standard golf bag. It comes with top of the range storage options, featuring 11 spacious pockets as well as a fleece lined valuables pockets.
The velour lined six-way top is a great addition that'll help to keep your clubs well protected out on the golf course. It's made of a 100 percent polyurethane material that is very durable that helps to add the cool finish to the design of this bag. While it does weigh slightly more than other models, that might be a good thing with the bag offering up plenty of ballast to keep your clubs safe.
Used by Rahm
The Callaway Staff Bag is a bright and stylish looking bag that is jam-packed with features. It looks brilliant on the course thanks to its stylish cream and black colorway that is combined with some smart Paradym detailing. Its six-way velour-wrapped top keeps your clubs well ordered and prevents them from rattling around too much when you're walking. Meanwhile, it delivers on comfort too! The padded OptiFit Comfort Strap included in this bag conforms to the shape of your shoulder and feels great when you're walking around the golf course course.
The strap won't break down over time, proving that this bag is very durable and will keep your clubs safe from the elements. It also comes with a fully integrated umbrella sleeve as well as a color matching rain hood, and holds its own against many of the best waterproof golf bags.
Used by Hovland
Ping is one of the best golf bag manufacturers in the industry and their range of bags shows how committed the brand is to developing tour-quality equipment. This Staff Bag is functional, durable and stylish and is used by a variety of players on the tour including Tony Finau and Tyrrell Hatton. With a sizeable 6-way top, your clubs have acres of space and your club shafts and heads will all be well protected in this bag.
Storage comes in nine roomy pockets with two full-size apparel pockets delivering enough space for you to take half your wardrobe out on course. It’s stable on its base but it will sit nicely on a cart too. If carrying, the single padded strap offers a good level of comfort while the integrated grab handles make the bag pretty easy to shift around.
Used by Brooks
This stylish and sturdy bag has been designed with both caddies and carts in mind. It sits well on its base and comes with comfortable carry strap, but it’s also been engineered to sit snugly and neatly on a trolley or cart, meaning it’s a good choice in terms of versatility.
The 5-way 9.5” top offers plenty of room for clubs to sit uncluttered while seven pockets deliver good storage and accessibility to kit. There’s a waterproof valuables pocket and insulated water pocket. The bag also offers plenty of hook points to attach additional equipment – towels and range finder for example. When it comes to tour golf bags, this one ticks the boxes – sturdy, plenty of storage and robust. A nice offering from Srixon. Why not pair this bag up with a box of balls from our best Srixon golf balls guide.
How we test
When it comes to our process of testing tour golf bags, we take it very seriously. Whether we are sent a product or buy it ourselves, we put each bag to the test out on the golf course to ensure we can provide thorough and reliable advice. Most importantly though, manufacturers cannot pay for a good review because we tell it how we see it. Every member of the Golf Monthly team is an avid golfer and as such, knows what does and doesn't make for a good stand bag.
As far as our methodology goes, if we say we have reviewed a product, that means we have done so properly. We endeavour to use all the features on the bag. That means, for example, if the valuables pocket claims to be waterproof, we will pour water on it to find out. If a strap claims it is comfy, we'll carry that bag over multiple rounds. This comprehensive testing style is not just exclusive to golf bags either, we test using the same ethos and methodology across all gear categories, from golf balls to putters.
How to choose a golf bag
So, you might be wondering which tour golf bag is best for you. Well, when picking a tour golf bag there are several things you need to consider to ensure you get the right bag for your needs.
1. Weight
Tour bags are generally heavier than some of the best stand bags and pencil bags on the market. They are bulkier, more padded and have a lot more features that are designed to cater for the needs of professional golfers. Ultimately, no one wants to get a sore back or feel fatigued from carrying around a heavy bag of clubs. Plus if you're lucky enough to have a caddy on your bag, you don't want to labour them too much with a heavy golf bag. Look for a bag made of lighter materials and one which has plenty of handles too.
2. A good strap
Equally, as these bags are heavier than most others, you want to ensure the bag you're purchasing has a good quality, durable strap. That can go a long way in helping ensure you stay injury free during your round and help keep your posture in check when carrying your bag around the course. Let's face it, comfort is key when it comes to golf, so having a comfortable strap on your bag is paramount to helping you play well.
3. Plenty of pockets
As tour bags don't come cheap, you're going to want to get your moneys worth and pick up a bag that gives you the best level of storage. Get a bag that has several pockets that will allow you to store everything from your waterproofs to your valuables. Try to also ensure that the pockets on the bag you're buying are secure and lock shut tightly during your round.
4. Waterproofing and club protection
Golf clubs don't come cheap and the best way to look after them is to store them correctly. For that reason you should buy a bag that both provides you with waterproofing protection but also protects your clubs at all times. Look for bags that are made of water resistant materials, come with a waterproof club hood and also have waterproof pockets to keep your valuables dry.
5. Pick a bag with a solid base
Tour bags generally don't come with a stand which means they typically have to be stood on their base. As the weather can change at any moment, you need to ensure that you are well prepared for any such changes, which means you need to have a tour bag with a solid, waterproof base that will not leak or get damaged when you stand your bag up on wet or muddy ground. While tour bags are some of the best club holders in the game, take a look at our guides on the best Sun Mountain golf bags, the best Ping golf bags, or the best Callaway golf bags.
FAQs
What is a golf tour staff bag?
A tour staff bag is most commonly used by professional golfers who are lucky enough to have someone caddying for them. Tour staff golf bags tend to be pretty large in size, have many pockets and can cater for a lot of clubs. That is because top-level players need a lot of equipment and tend to need more pockets and more club compartments because of that.
Can a tour bag go on a trolley?
Yes, tour bags can go on trolleys, and you can get some tour bags that will also designed to specifically be placed on the back of a golf buggy.
How should you arrange your clubs in your tour bag?
The best way to arrange your clubs in your tour bag is by putting your longer clubs at the top of the bag and your shorter clubs and putter at the bottom. That helps to protect your driver and fairway wood clubheads from knocking against each other and getting damaged.
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