2012 Hot List: Travel Covers

By Ashley Mayo Photos by Eddie Berman

October 08, 2012

BAG BOY T-2000

If your hands have ever gotten sore from pulling your bag, you'll appreciate this new pivot grip (inset), which is designed to reduce arm and wrist strain. The nylon material is weather- and tear-resistant, and the padded top offers clubhead protection$170/8.7 pounds

CLUB GLOVE Last Bag

A high-impact plastic sled (inset) offers plenty of protection for your clubs. A wide base and inline-skate wheels are designed for stability. The specially formulated nylon fabric keeps it lightweight but durable.$300/10.7 pounds

NIKE NG141

The compression-molded shell (inset) guards against crushing blows, and four straps ensure your golf bag stays put. The nearly 360-degree zipper closure makes it easy to load and unload, and molded wheels are designed for optimal rolling.$285/10.8 pounds

OGIO Monster

The durable fabric on this cover is made from a mix of polyester and nylon, and because its wider-than-average base has oversize wheels (inset), it doesn't tip over. The bag's two outer shoe pockets expand inward to better protect their contents.$230/12.3 pounds

SUN MOUNTAIN ClubGlider Meridian

Retractable legs (inset) prop the bag up at a 45-degree angle, reducing the amount of pressure on your shoulders and back. The cover's strong nylon fabric and foam padding ensure protection and longevity, and two outer pockets are especially roomy.$300/13.9 pounds

TITLEIST Small Wheeled Cover

The bag is made of woven polyester, the inside is fully padded and the tapered top has an adjustable cushioned sleeve (inset). Two inner shoe pockets are also accessible from the outside, and the wheel system is designed for a smooth ride.$250/8.3 pounds

Callaway Chev

The padded shell is engineered to ensure full protection, and the nylon fabric is designed to be more durable than traditional polyester.$200/6.8 pounds

Club Glove Burst Proof II

Although it's made with the same durable fabric and sled as the Last Bag, this cover is smaller and doesn't have outer pockets.$220/7.7 pounds

Ogio Mammoth

Created for the avid traveler, this bag's four swivel wheels let it roll standing up. It also has a zip-off shoe bag and crush-resistant hat pocket.$290/18 pounds

Sun Mountain ClubGlider Journey

A smaller version of the Meridian, this cover has a more tapered design and is made from a thick polyester fabric.$209/10.6 pounds

RBC Heritage

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