VGS Golf

Includes posts on Full Swing, Golf Club Fitting, Golf Fitness, Mental Game, Putting, Short Game, Golf Equipment, Ladies Golf, Junior Golf, Golf Schools, and a variety of subjects that you would find in the 19th Hole.

Friday, May 22, 2009

New Travel Bag

Plain and simple, I need a new travel bag. I travel all of the time and I need a very durable travel bag that has wheels and is approved by the TSA. Can you give me some hints on how to go about finding the perfect travel bag for me?

Since we are not sure how you do all of your traveling we will cover all of the basics.

Make a list of then jot down the features that would be "nice to have" and another list of features that are a "must have." The level of protection that you will need will be determined by the type of golf vacation you will be taking as well as the golf vacations you may take in the future. If your future golf vacations are only a drive away, then your needs will be more in the lines of just a soft travel golf case. If you will be traveling by bus, train or with an airline and you are not handling your own bag, it is highly suggested to go with more protection as typically the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

Most people who buy golf travel bags take road trips as well as fly. These golfers are regular golfers who like to take their clubs with them when they go on vacation and not rent a set while on their golf vacations from the respective golf course. You need a high degree of protection when flying, since your clubs have to be protected by the rough handling they can get on and off the aircraft. Again, the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

While you are looking at new golf cases, you also need something that will be fairly easy to get in and out of the trunk. Your golf bag will also need to comfortably fit inside the cover, along with any other contents such as golf shoes, rain suit, golf clothes, etc. that you could possibly take with you on a golf trip. If it's only a short trip, you might consider a travel case that could double as a luggage case. Manufacturers such as Izzo, Burton and Cadie offer golf travel bags that you can fit in a change of clothing and any other overnight kit you need as well as your golf bag and apparel.

VGS Golf has customers in Lubbock, Lexington-Fayette, KY, Oceanside, CA, Huntsville, AL, Salem, Oregon, Santa Rosa, El Monte, Simi Valley, Glendale, Fullerton, Torrance, Pomona, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, CA, Seattle, WA, Greensboro, NC, Amarillo and Mesquite, TX.

In addtion, VGS Golf has free information on golf equipment and country club supplies such as:

Labels: , ,

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Golf Travel Bag

Are you in the market for a new golf travel bag? If so, then more than likely you have not had to purchase one for quite a period of time and more than likely the golf travel bag that you are looking at today is nowhere near your old one. Today, the manufactures use many different lightweight yet durable materials to make lugging your clubs through airports much, much easier.

If you have not bought a golf travel bag in a while here are some things to keep in mind as you go to make your purchase:

Airline Approved
• Manufacturers know how difficult traveling can be nowadays with all of the new rules and regulations that have been implemented. Most golf travel bags or golf bag travel covers meet airline requirements for size and weight of checked baggage which takes the guesswork out of packing your clubs.

Hard Rubber Wheels
• Hard rubber wheels don’t crack like the plastic wheels used by less protected bags.
• The design of the wheels on a wheeled golf travel bag ensure a smooth and quiet ride.
• Recessed for added protection.

Recessed Locks and Latches
• Turbulence and mishandling could cause you less than secure golf bag travel cover to pop open mid-flight. With unbeatable locks and latches a significant amount of protection is added to ensure safety from rough handling.
• Industrial-strength steel makes the locks and latches strong and durable.
• Secured with strong bull-nosed rivets.

Steel Axles
• Inferior protection includes use of aluminum axles but manufacturers have wised up and changed the material used to ensure quality and durability. Steel axles are the smarter choice for golf travel bags.

Molded-in Handles
• The handles on some larger golf travel cases are super strong and a structural part of the case. There is nothing to fall off, tear or get caught on a conveyor belt.

Having all of the above built into your golf travel bag will make getting through any airport easier and your entire golf trip more enjoyable.

VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Birmingham, Alabama, Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Bakersfield, California, Chandler, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Marietta, Georgia, Charolette, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jacksonville, Florida, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Long Beach, California, Cincinnati, Ohio, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York City, New York, Eugene, Oregon, Starkville, Mississippi, The Woodlands, Texas, Glendale, California, Santa Clarita, California and Pomona, California, Sacramento, California and Chicago, Illinois.

Labels: , ,

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Golf Travel Bag For A Golf Vacation

I am planning my first golf vacation for this summer. I am so excited! I am looking to buy a golf travel bag for my trip. I am only going to need to use it a couple of times a year so I am unsure exactly what features that I need to be looking for in my travel golf bag. Can you give me a start? Thanks!

We do not even know where you are going but we are ready to go with you!

As you are looking to purchase a golf travel bag you will want to debate which of the following features are important to you and which features that you will need as opposed to features that you want:

Storage
Size Face it, although we all would like to live out of a golf travel bag, most of the time the bag will be in storage somewhere in the house or the hotel room while on your trip. How small does it fold up becomes a legitimate question especially on your trip. Obviously, this question is already answered, if you purchase a hard golf case as it will not give.

TSA Approved
If you fly to your golf destinations you will want to make sure that you purchase a TSA Approved Travel Bag. As the airlines are restricting the types of bags they carry as well as the overall weight of a bag, owning a TSA Approved golf travel bag can ease many of your headaches. Many times, manufacturers will offer a TSA Approved lock for your bag. This will keep you from needing to purchase a new lock if the TSA decides they need to search the bag.

Wheels
Some people will think that this is a given but some golf travel covers today are still made without wheels. All you have to do is lug a golf travel bag through any major airport one time and you will be ready to purchase a unit with wheels. It makes maneuvering through the airport much easier and much less stressful.

VGS Golf has customers in NYC, New York, LA, California, Phoenix, Arizona, St. Paul, MN, Albany, NY, Bridgeport, CT, Pittsburgh, PA, Detroit, Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, Louisville, Kentucky, Des Moines, Iowa, Las Vegas, Nevada, Dallas, Texas, San Diego, California and Washington DC.

Labels: , ,

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Travel Bag: An Education

I am new to the game and have had to learn how to play golf due to my new job. I now need to buy a golf travel bag. Admittedly, I know very little about them. Can you give me a quick education on them?

Sure can. First, CONGRATULATIONS on your new job as well as starting to play the great game of golf. Here is your quick education:

A golf hard case is as it sounds. It is a case that you place your lightweight stand bag or golf cart bag into the hard case for their security and it provides the highest amount of protection. Typically, with a hard case, you will not have extra space to pack clothes or golf accessories.

Since a hard golf travel case provides the most protection for your golf clubs, hard cases are a smart choice for the golfer who flies to the majority of your golf vacation spots. When it comes to storage at home or on the road, hard cases take up more room than other styles. Hard golf cases might not make as much sense as hybrids or soft covers if you do not fly to many of your golf vacations.

Most soft travel bags are made of nylon and have padding built inside of the travel bag itself. Many of the manufacturers also add internal pockets to these bags which allow you to pack your golf shoes and other accessories in your travel bag. In addition, these bags have wheels to make it easier to maneuver around the airport or hotel.

I would not be doing my job writing this article if I did not tell you that if you fly on one airline the majority of the time, it would be wise to check with them prior to your purchase about size and weight restrictions of a golf travel bag. As you know, the policies are different with each airline. Oftentimes, airlines will cover any damage incurred when your clubs are in a hard golf case. You also must keep in mind that the bulk of a hard golf case also makes it difficult to fit into the trunk of many rental cars.

VGS Golf has customers in Detroit, Michigan, Cleveland, Ohio, Albany, New York, Bridgeport, CT, San Antonio, TX, Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Trenton, New Jersey, Williamsburg, Virginia, St. Paul, Minnesota, Indian Wells, California, Peoria, Illinois, and Glendale, Arizona.

Labels: , ,

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

New Golf Bags

I have just started playing golf and as spring is coming up, I would like to know more about golf bags. I need to buy one this spring but I am confused on all of the different types and sizes of the different golf bags. Can you pass along some general info on this topic?

You will be in the market for new stand golf bags or a carry golf bags if you intend to walk the golf course when you play. Many players do this for fitness purposes or because and some others do it for the enjoyment of feeling like one with nature. Stand bags or carry bags are lightweight so that they are easily carried and are often made of lightweight material such as nylon. These bags are typically the smallest in size. However, they have ample room for your entire set of golf clubs and accessories that you will need to enjoy your round of golf. These golf bags are referred to as stand bags because when it is time to put the bag down to play your shot you can use a specially designed stand to keep the bag off the ground and upright.

As it sounds, cart golf bags are designed to be placed on the back of an electric or gas golf cart or a three wheeled push cart. For the average golfer, a cart bag is simply too big and heavy to carry. Cart bags are typically made of heavier materials such as leather and are larger by construction. This makes them very difficult to carry for most golfers to carry for most amateurs. Some cart bags do not even provide a shoulder strap as they are expected to sit on the back of a golf cart. With that being said, many golf cart bags have a strap that will allow you to carry them. Hopefully, this will only be around the clubhouse!

You may also want to think about how much golf you are going to play when you are traveling and purchasing a golf travel bag. A travel golf bags provide protection for your clubs while you travel whether on a plane or in a car. If you think that you will travel mainly by car then a soft golf travel bag would most likely be the best choice for you. They are lightweight and compact. Alternatively for those who travel by plane, a hard travel would be the ideal choice.

VGS Golf has customers in Chicago, Illinois, Lake Mary, Florida, The Villages, FL, Sun City, Arizona, Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Columbus, Ohio, Lexington, Kentucky, Phoenix, Arizona, San Antonio, TX, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Topeka, Kansas, Baltimore, Maryland and Atlanta, Georgia.

Labels: , , ,

Monday, December 1, 2008

How To Find A Golf Travel Bag

If you are getting ready to go on a golf vacation and need to look at travel golf cases or a golf travel bag for your golf bag, what are the features that would be essential to you in a golf travel bag? Make a list of then jot down the features that would be "nice to have" and another list of features that are a "must have." The level of protection that you will need will be determined by the type of golf vacation you will be taking as well as the golf vacations you may take in the future. If your future golf vacations are only a drive away, then your needs will be more in the lines of just a soft travel golf case. If you will be traveling by bus, train or with an airline and you are not handling your own bag, it is highly suggested to go with more protection as typically the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

Most people who buy golf travel bags take road trips as well as fly. These golfers are regular golfers who like to take their clubs with them when they go on vacation and not rent a set while on their golf vacations from the respective golf course. You need a high degree of protection when flying, since your clubs have to be protected by the rough handling they can get on and off the aircraft. Again, the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

Keep in mind while you are looking at new golf travel cases, you also need something that will be fairly easy to get in and out of the trunk. Your golf bag will also need to comfortably fit inside the cover, along with any other contents such as golf shoes, rain suit, golf clothes, etc. that you could possibly take with you on a golf trip. If it's only a short trip, you might consider a travel case that could double as a luggage case. Manufacturers such as Izzo, Burton and Club Glove offer golf travel bags that you can fit in a change of clothing and any other overnight kit you need as well as your golf bag and apparel.

VGS Golf and Country Club Supply has customers in New York, NewYork, Los Angeles, California, Chicago, Illinois, Houston, Texas, Phoenix, Arizona, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, San Antonio, Texas, San Diego, California, Dallas, Texas, San Jose, California, Detroit, Michigan, Jacksonville, Florida, Indianapolis, Indiana, Hempstead, New York, San Francisco, California, Columbus, Ohio, Austin, Texas, Memphis, Tennessee, Baltimore, Maryland, Fort Worth, Texas.

Labels: , ,

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Soft Travel Cover

I am looking at purchasing a soft travel cover in the near future. Will you outline some pros and cons of a soft travel cover for me. With the type of traveling that I am going to be doing I believe it will be sufficient for me.

Okay let's talk about a soft golf travel bag. It is typically made of a canvas type material and padded on the inside and they have a hard bottom to protect your golf bag. In addition, these type of bags have wheels to help golfers transport their gear from location to location.

Advantages to soft golf travel bags include that you can also carry other golf gear. Many soft golf travel bags, such as the Izzo golf travel bags or Burton golf travel bags, allow you to have extra room with the interior pockets within the bag that allow you to pack golf shoes, clothes or other golf accessories. In addition, this type of a golf travel bag will break down for easy storage in your hotel room or at home while you are waiting to go on your next golf trip.

Another advantage to a soft travel cover is the weight. In today’s climate, the airlines are very quick to charge you extra money for any extra weight that you will be bringing onto the airplane. A soft travel cover would be your lightest choice.

In contrast, some people do not think that these bags give you as much protection for the club heads as a hard golf case. In my experience, I have not found this to be true. I take my golf towel and weave it throughout the shafts to give some extra protection along with the padding. Again, I have never had a problem with a golf shaft breaking while on a golf trip. If you are not comfortable with this, then you can purchase a "stiff arm" golf travel accessory.

VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Birmingham, Alabama, Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Bakersfield, California, Phoenix, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Macon, Georgia, Charolette, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Stuart, Florida, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jacksonville, Florida, Huntsville, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, Miami, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Denver, Colorado, Long Beach, California, Cincinnati, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York, New York, Orange County, California and Chicago, Illinois.

Labels: ,

Friday, October 17, 2008

How To Buy The Right Golf Travel Bag

My wife and I are getting ready to go on our first golf vacation together. We both need to purchase a golf travel bag for our golf bags. Can you give us any info on what we need to be looking for in a golf travel bag? Is a golf travel bag unisex? Any help that you can give us is greatly appreciated.

First of all, go to the internet or a local golf store to learn more about golf travel bags. Now that you have some good information, make a list and jot down the features that would be "nice to have" and another list of features that are a "must have." The level of protection that you will need will be determined by the type of golf vacation you will be taking as well as the golf vacations you may take in the future. If your future golf vacations are only a drive away, then your needs will be more in the lines of lust a softer golf travel bags. If you will be traveling by bus, train or with an airline and you are not handling your own bag, it is highly suggested to go with more protection as typically the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

Most people who buy golf travel bags take road trips as well as fly. These golfers are regular golfers who like to take their clubs with them when they go on vacation and not rent a set while on their golf vacations from the respective golf course. You need a high degree of protection when flying, since your clubs have to be protected by the rough handling they can get on and off the aircraft. Again, the bag handlers do not care as much about your golf clubs as you do.

A golf travel bag is Unisex as far as how they operate. A golf travel bag can come in a variety of colors and so some woudl see this as a way to differientiate a golf travel bag in to a male or female category.

VGS Golf has customers in Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Indianapolis, IN, Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, Columbus, OH and Detroit, MI.

Labels: , ,

Monday, September 29, 2008

Golf Bags - What Are The Differnces?

We often get asked about the differences between a cart golf bag, a carry golf bag or a staff bag. Here is a quick rundown:

The cart golf bag is somewhat smaller than the staff/tour bag. Despite this you still require the help of a caddie or a cart because this sort of bag is still larger than the travel/bag. You could infer from the name that the cart golf bag was primarily meant for use in a golf cart. They have a lesser number of pockets and are usually made from materials of a lighter composition.

The carry bag also known as a stand bag is a smaller bag designed for those who are naturally attracted by bags of such sizes, like the name implies they were basically designed for travel purposes and meant to be carried by the player. They can be used for other purposes as well considering the needs for compartmentalization and minimalism in our daily lives. Such bags usually come with enough space for a limited number golf clubs and space for other golf equipment which may be needed during the game such as balls and equipment.

The staff bag or tour bag is the largest selection of golf bags available. They are much larger that the travel/carry bag or the cart golf bag. The average staff/tour bag will house enough space for about 14 golf clubs and other equipment which may be required during a game. A lot of professional golfers tend to use these sorts of golf bags, but they don’t carry them due to the weight, they opt for help from their caddies instead. The amount of equipment that these golfers can carry is as much as they would like. In order to suit the tastes of their end-users such golf bags may come made in leather and other sorts of expensive material.

VGS Golf & Country Club Supply has customers in Toledo, Ohio, Aurora, Colorado, Oyster Bay, New York, Bakersfield, California, River Side, California, Stockton, California, Corpus, Christi, Texas, Newark, New Jersey, Buffalo, New York, Anchorage, Alaska, St. Paul, Minnesota, Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, Plano, Texas, St. Petersburg. Florida, Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Glendale Arizona, Jersey City, New Jersey, Lincoln, Nebraska, Greensboro, North Carolina and Henderson, Nevada. Also ask questions and receive free golf advice on the golf swing or golf products from a PGA Professional at The Wireless Golf Coach Blog.

Labels: , , ,

Sunday, August 3, 2008

The Izzo High Roller Travel Cover Or Travel Bag

Are you looking for a golf travel case with hard case protection but soft cover convenience? If so, then The IZZO "High Roller" Compact Travel Cover is just what you are looking for. When not in use, The Izzo High Roller Travel Cover collapses from 53" to 15" in just seconds for easy storage. When in use, the generous interior will hold a full size golf cart bag with up to 50" driver. The Izzo High Roller Travel Cover has full length zippers which open wide for easy loading, an internal strap which will prevent contents inside the golf travel cover while in use, will glide across airport floors in the upright position and has five handles for easy maneuverability. In addition, this golf travel cover is crafted from durable tear-resistant fabric for years of service and comes with the Izzo Golf Club Protection Guarantee.

Labels: , ,

Friday, June 13, 2008

Soft Cover With Hard Case Protection Golf Travel Bag

Need a new golf travel bag for your summer vacation? The IZZO "High Roller" Compact Travel Cover may fit your needs. This golf travel bag features include a hard case protection with soft cover convenience, folds down from 53" to 15" in just seconds and a generous interior will hold a full size cart bag with 50" driver.


VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Birmingham, Alabama, Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Bakersfield, California, Phoenix, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Macon, Georgia, Charolette, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Stuart, Florida, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jacksonville, Florida, Huntsville, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, Miami, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Denver, Colorado, Long Beach, California, Cincinnati, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York, New York, Orange County, California and Chicago, Illinois. Also ask questions and receive free golf advice on the golf swing or golf products from a PGA Professional at The Wireless Golf Coach Blog.

Labels: ,

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Time To Replace Your Golf Cart Bag?

Is it time to replace your golf cart bag? Depending how much you play, the golf cart bag can be very near and dear to your heart. Many time players use a golf cart bag as an expression of themselves. To these players, it is a very important piece of golf equipment. With the larger size of golf cart bags, you can easily carry your clubs, tees, ball markers as well as other things you will need during your round of golf such as sunscreen or snacks. The bag itself does not necessarily have a direct correlation to your score. However, it can allow you to carry items that could make your round of golf more comfortable and more enjoyable for you.

VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Birmingham, Alabama, Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Bakersfield, California, Phoenix, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Macon, Georgia, Charolette, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Stuart, Florida, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jacksonville, Florida, Huntsville, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, Miami, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Denver, Colorado, Long Beach, California, Cincinnati, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York, New York, Orange County, California and Chicago, Illinois. Also ask questions and receive free golf advice on the golf swing or golf products from a PGA Professional at The Wireless Golf Coach Blog.

Labels: , ,

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Two Wheel Travel Cover


Izzo Sentry Two-Wheel Travel Cover: The Izzo Sentry Two-Wheel Travel Cover protects your clubs while you are easily pulling it behind you while on your way to the next airport gate for you exciting getaway golf vacation. Features of the Sentry two-wheel travel cover include: Easy-to-pull two wheel construction, Generous interior will hold a full-size cart bag with longer clubs, Padded soft case protection, High Quality Nylon with a durable molded plastic base.




VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Birmingham, Alabama, Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Bakersfield, California, Chandler, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Marietta, Georgia, Charolette, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jacksonville, Florida, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Long Beach, California, Cincinnati, Ohio, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York City, New York, Orange County, California and Chicago, Illinois. Also ask questions and receive free golf advice on the golf swing or golf products from a PGA Professional at The Wireless Golf Coach Blog.

Labels: ,

Monday, May 19, 2008

High Roller Golf Travel Bag By Izzo Golf

The IZZO "High Roller" Compact Travel Cover or golf travel bag features include: a hard golf case protection with soft golf cover convenience, folds down from 53" to 15" in seconds, generous interior will hold a full size cart bag with 50" driver or a smaller bag with many extras like shoes, full length pocket zippers open wide for easy loading and unloading of supplies. The Izzo High Roller glides across airport floors in an upright position and has five handles for easy maneuverability. Internal strap prevents contents from shifting. Crafted from durable tear-resistant fabric for years of service, the High Roller comes with the Izzo Golf Club Protection Guarantee.

Find golf equipment to improve your game at VGS Golf.

VGS Golf has customers throughout the US such as in Los Angeles, California, Indianapolis, Indiana, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bakersfield, California, Chandler, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida, Marietta, Georgia, Concord, North Carolina, Washington DC, Richmond, Virginia, Boston, Massachutesettes, Las Vegas, Nevada, St. Augustine, Florida, Miami, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Long Beach, California, Dayton, Ohio, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, New York City, New York, Burbank, California and Chicago, Illinois. Also ask questions and receive free golf advice on the golf swing or golf products from a PGA Professional at The Wireless Golf Coach Blog.

Labels: ,

Monday, November 5, 2007

Golf Travel Bags

Are you making plans to visit an area that will allow you to play golf during the Holidays? Do you need a way to transport golf clubs to play your round? Not all travel bags are created equal. A soft cover travel bag or a hard travel golf case, which is right for you? This article will give you the skinny on both....Read here.

Labels: , , ,

Monday, October 29, 2007

What You Need To Know About Travel Bags

To determine whether a soft travel bag or a hard travel case is correct for you, first a couple of questions need to be answered. This article will spell it all out for you. Read Soft Travel Bag VS A Hard Case at VGS Golf.

Labels: ,

>