Welcome to I Tried It, a GOLF.com series about golf items — apparel, gear, accessories, etc. — that we’ve recently taken out for a spin. We’re here to give our honest, no-frills takes on the latest and greatest golf or golf-adjacent items. So, scroll down to read about what we love about golf’s newest (or new to us) products.
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I’ve got a confession to make: Over the last several golf seasons, I’ve gotten lazy. I used to be someone who walked almost every time I played. Rain or shine, hot or cold, I was hoofing it. But for the last few years, I’ve slowly reverted to a cart golfer.
The comforts of a buggy are difficult to argue. Having a place to store all of your belongings is a huge plus, and getting off your feet between shots is always nice. That’s to say nothing of the shade the roof affords you on those hot summer days. Suffice to say, the siren song of the golf cart has been impossible for me to ignore. I’m not proud of it, but I’m glad I’ve finally gotten it off my chest.
Thankfully, I’m now on the road to recovery — and that’s in no small part thanks to the new Sun Mountain Eclipse E-1.5 bag.
When approached with the opportunity to test their newest line of bags, I had one request: I want the lightest one possible. Suffice to say, the E-1.5 delivered.
At just 3.4 pounds, this bag is light as a feather. The Cordura Nylon Ripstop material is extremely lightweight, but at the same time offers durability and water resistance. And despite its light weight, the bag has plenty of pockets for storage, including a magnetic pocket for easy access to your rangefinder during the round.
Since putting this bag in play, I’ve fallen in love with walking the course again. No longer do I dread schlepping the fairways with my clubs in tow. Thanks to the lightweight design of the E-1.5, sometimes I forget I’ve even got my clubs on my back.
If you’re a golfer that’s serious about walking — or wants to become a walker — give this bag a shot. There aren’t many better lightweight options.
Sun Mountain Eclipse E-1.5 Stand Bag
New for Fall 2025 – The Eclipse 1.5 is a lightweight, full-featured golf bag designed for ultimate convenience on the course – made from ultra-durable Cordura Ripstop. It features a spacious apparel pocket and two velour-lined compartments, including one perfectly sized for a rangefinder. Lightweight, durable, and full-featured, the Eclipse 1.5 is made for the carry golfer.
ALSO AVAILABLE AT: Carl’s Golfland