Ten of the Best: Waterproof stand bags
Our favourite golf stand bags to help you battle the elements
Sun Mountain H2NO Lite
The new H2NO Lite stand bag carries on the success of its former version with more colour schemes and even more product features including full length dividers, flared top for easy club removal, an E-X Fit dual strap system, contoured carry straps for maximum comfort and five accessory pockets with YKK zips.
It also comes fitted with Zero G Hip Belt Technology and a leg-lock system.
RRP: £209
Website: www.brandfusionltd.co.uk
Ogio Gotham
Ogio's new Gotham waterproof stand bag is designed to reduce the number of zips used - an area prone to water entry - while increasing storage.
Like Batman’s cape, the Ogia Gotham has two main zips which allow the larger pockets to expand once opened, exposing a generous and easy-to-access space, weighing less than 5lbs too.
RRP: £229
Website: www.ogio-golf.co.uk
Cobra Fly-Z Dry Tech
Cobra's latest waterproof stand bag features a moulded eight-way top and a soft touch font grab handle.
The bag features an articulated, automatic stand system with oversized paddled stabilisers, a fully padded and adjustable shoulder strap, a custom towel clip and an umbrella attachment strap.
There are five pockets to cater for all types of apparel, gloves, tees and balls, as well as a personals pocket that includes a key ring clip.
RRP: £179
Website: www.cobragolf.co.uk
Sun Mountain H2NO Ultra Lite
Weighing just 1.9kg, the new H2N0 Ultra Lite offers the ideal option for avid-walking golfers looking for the ultimate lightweight and compact bag.
Available in six different colours, the bag comes with a three-way top with a new flared design, four pockets, an E-Z Fit dual strap system, a cart-friendly base and full-length dividers.
And just like all of Sun Mountain's 2016 stand bag range, it features an innovative Zero G hip belt designed to reduce the effort required to carry a bag and help golfers put more energy into performance.
RRP: £199
Website: www.brandfusionltd.co.uk
Titleist StaDry
Titleist's latest waterproof stand bag comes packed with a four-way top with two full-length dividers for improved access to your clubs.
Weighing just 2.4kg, the bag features six seam-sealed and uniquely shaped pockets that are designed to avoid water collection.
It also utilises an integrated lift handle that keeps grips lifted out of possible standing water at the bottom of the bag.
RRP: £179
Website: www.titleist.co.uk
Ogio Aquatech
The new Ogio Aquatech represents an all-year round stand bag that will protect the contents of your entire golf bag when the heavens open because the outer lightweight fabric is totally waterproof.
A 10”, six-way divider has been used to help separate and organise your golf clubs easier, while all of the dividers on the Ogio Aquatech stand bag are of full length to help separate the grip ends of your clubs better.
A total of six waterproof zippered pockets have been used in the design so there is ample room for everything you need to carry around with you for 18 holes of golf.
RRP: £205
Website: www.ogio-golf.co.uk
Mizuno Waterproof Elite
Representing Mizuno's largest full function waterproof stand bag, the Elite features an ergonomically designed four-way top cuff with balance handle.
Weighing just 2.25kg, the bag has ample storage in the shape of a single pelican pocket, ball pocket, waterproof valuables pocket and two accessory pockets.
RRP: £230
Website: golf.mizunoeurope.com
Sun Mountain H2NO Lite 14 Way
The new H2NO Lite 14 Way bag offers serious golfers a lightweight carry option with individual, full-length dividers to help organise and protect the complete set of clubs.
Weighing just 2.4kgs and available in six different colours, the stand bag is packed with all the features from the H2NO range as well as contoured carry straps and padded mesh hip pad for maximum comfort.
The bag utilises high tensile aluminium legs, while the lower pocket can be embroidered with a club logo.
RRP: £219
Website: www.brandfusionltd.co.uk
TaylorMade Purelite
TaylorMade's latest stand bag features a five-way top with handle and an improved fabric that increases its level of waterproof coating.
The bag comes with a total of seven pockets, including a velour-lined valuables pocket and an insulated cooler sleeve.
It also consists of an anti-split stand system, an EVA ergonomically moulded hip pad, towel loop and a cart compatible base.
Website: www.taylormadegolf.co.uk
Wilson Staff Dry Tech
Wilson Staff's latest stand bag features a five-way top with three full-length dividers for better club organisation.
A 420D polyester fabric with PU coating aids great waterproof protection, while its ergonomic double strap ensures a comfortable ride.
There are six pockets including a valuables pocket with a thermo-sealed zipper and two large accessories pockets, as well as an umbrella holder, velcro glove patch and towel ring.
RRP: £149
Website: www.wilson.com
All the waterproof stand bags featured come with a rain hood or cover.