Golf 2019 Select Stand Golf

TaylorMade is established golf equipment manufacturer with tour-level engineering. The Select Stand bag uses quality materials, proper ergonomic design, and durable construction that justify higher price compared to discount alternatives. Cheap bags might cost $50-80 but fail after one season requiring replacement. Quality TaylorMade bag at higher initial cost lasts 3-5+ years of regular walking. The comfort difference is immediate and significant. Poor strap design causes shoulder pain. Quality ergonomic straps make walking enjoyable. Stand mechanisms on cheap bags fail quickly. TaylorMade stands work reliably for years. For golfers who walk regularly, the investment in quality pays off through longevity, comfort, and performance that cheap bags can't deliver.

The dual-strap system with proper padding makes significant difference compared to cheap bags. TaylorMade engineering focuses on weight distribution and ergonomics. That said, carrying any bag for 18 holes requires fitness. If you're new to walking golf, start with 9 holes and build up. The bag minimizes discomfort through quality design, but walking with clubs involves physical effort. Regular walkers report this is comfortable for full rounds when properly adjusted. The lightweight construction helps. Proper strap adjustment is critical for comfort. The TaylorMade design is optimized for walking golfers, not just marketing claim. Tour players and club professionals use these for good reason.

The 2019 Select Stand bag represents proven design with quality construction. Newer models may have minor updates to pocket configuration, color options, or materials, but fundamental engineering remains similar. Golf bag technology doesn't change dramatically year to year like golf clubs. The 2019 model offers excellent value if priced below current year models. All core features (lightweight construction, dual straps, durable stand, adequate storage) are present. Unless you need specific color or minor feature from newest version, the 2019 model delivers same performance at potentially better price. TaylorMade quality from any recent year serves walking golfers well.

TaylorMade stand mechanisms use quality materials and proper engineering for reliable stability on typical golf course terrain. The leg positioning and base create stable platform on fairways, tee boxes, and moderate slopes. Extremely steep slopes or very soft muddy ground challenge any stand bag. For normal course conditions, this stands reliably. The TaylorMade engineering is tested through tour use and extensive field testing. Cheap stands with narrow base or weak mechanisms tip constantly. This is designed for actual course conditions golfers encounter. If you play courses with extreme terrain, the quality stand performs better than alternatives, though physics limits what any stand bag can handle on severe slopes.

Seven pockets provide adequate storage for most walking golfers without adding weight that makes carrying uncomfortable. Typical organization: valuables pocket (phone, wallet, keys), ball pocket, apparel pocket (rain jacket), accessory pocket (tees, markers, tools), beverage pocket, smaller utility pockets. Cart bags often have 10-14 pockets because weight doesn't matter, but walking bags balance storage with comfortable carry weight. Most walkers find 7 pockets sufficient if well-designed. The TaylorMade pocket placement is strategic for accessibility during walking. If you carry excessive gear, cart bag might suit better. For walking golf with essential equipment, 7 quality pockets work well without unnecessary weight.