Over the past year or so OGIO has been known for their rather bold and colorful patterns on both some of the best golf travel bags as well as their stand bag collection such as the All Elements and Fuse stand bags. While some may love the extravagant designs such as those with donuts and bananas on them, I guess you could say I’m more of a golfing traditionalist in the sense that I love functionality mixed with classic design and so I couldn’t have been more pleased when I first laid eyes on the new OGIO shadow stand bag.
OGIO Shadow Golf Stand Bag handle
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The OGIO shadow stand bag should ironically be anything but in the shadows and more thrust into the limelight thanks to its sleek, modern design blended with a classic, timeless aesthetic. This luxury bag oozes class and shelf appeal, like a Ferrari of the golfing world. It is constructed with premium synthetic leather, premium stitched handles and carbon fiber legs that are every bit as strong and sturdy as they sound.
The Fit Disc system automatically adjusts the bag straps
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One really nifty feature on this bag that is present on other OGIO bags is the Fit Disk technology which automatically adjusts the straps to level out the bag when picked up onto your shoulders although these can also be adjusted manually for the perfect fit. The straps themselves were some of the most comfortable on any of the best stand bags I have tested thanks to plenty of soft padding.
Alongside the comfortable straps, this bag features a perforated moulded hip pad which is extremely soft for comfort and breathable to stop your back sweating on hotter days. I’m someone who loves to walk and carry my bag so this is extremely important to me. For those purchasing this bag in the US, the bag will actually come fitted with one single strap, perfect for caddies or popping out for 9 holes, although there will be a second strap in the largest side pocket with a waterproof hood.
The magnetic pocket on the OGIO Shadow Golf Stand Bag
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There are nine pockets on this stand bag, albeit that includes two elasticated mesh pockets, ideal for drinks bottles. While the construction of the bag is superb, fairly lightweight and comfortable to carry, the pockets really don’t offer too much space. There are plenty of small pockets including two magnetic pockets, ideal for tees, balls and valuables but the larger pocket was barely big enough to carry my sweater. Something worth…
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