When the goal is light weight, the stand bag market could be an arms race in losing ounces. Taking a different approach with the HyperLite Zero and instead of focusing on creating the lightest weight possible, Callaway has focused on creating the gold standard in light weight carry bags available.
So what is new? Well, pretty much everything. For those that have heard me rant about golf bag design and innovation, you know where I stand on this. So little headway was made for a number of years and far too many golfers got sucked into choosing their bag strictly based on color, rather than performance. Speaking of functionality, let’s dive into some of the tech.
The Callaway HyperLite Zero features something called SHAFT SHIELD. What is it? Well, pretty much exactly what it sounds like. Callaway has created a rubber overmold to take the place of the mesh commonly found on other stand bags. Testing showed that the typical mesh created wear spots on shafts over time, so Callaway put this proprietary overmold in place to solve this problem. A byproduct of the design is that by eliminating that mesh material, the bag is a bit more open at the top, allowing for less rubbing or snagging.
Two areas that should stand out almost immediately to golfers are about comfort for those that walk. Even if you are not a walker, but merely carry your clubs from car to club, you will notice a difference. The Callaway HyperLite Zero has added Anatomic Shoulder Straps to allow for a better feeling carry through the shoulders and neck. Adding to this, is the Extended Comfort Hip Pad. Most companies speak of padding where the bag hits your hip while carrying, however, the HyperLite Zero has gone a step further. Their padding is larger than most, but also has a closed Cell foam that won’t be worn-in like your favorite seat on the sofa after a few months.
Finally, we want to touch on the legs. After all, this is a stand bag and a light one at that. The Callaway HyperLite Zero uses carbon fiber on the legs to reduce weight and offer durability. In using this bag for the better part of the last month, the leg design hasn’t given us a single issue. No tangle. No stand up and have them not open. And most importantly to us, no what we call, “the give”. When your bag is a bit heavy and the legs start sliding out from under the bag.
With performance and features covered, let’s talk a little about actual use of the Callaway HyperLite Zero. First thing that has to be mentioned here is the perfectly positioned cell phone pocket. No need to use the valuables pouch and have to zip or unzip to grab your phone, the pocket is accessible as you carry. Next, the pockets themselves are larger than expected when you look at the bag. To test this out, we loaded it up for a recent round. Rain gear and two dozen balls on one side, gloves in the other. Keys and wallet in the valuables pouch fit perfectly along with bandaids, medicine, etc. Pretty much everything fit that we would want or need to bring with room to spare, which was surprising considering the overall size of the bag.
So what is missing? With every bag we have tried, there has always been some drawbacks, even if they are filled with positives. In this instance, not sure we have found any as of yet. Over the course of the year, we will update the THP Forum with more usage as we continue to check on durability.
Color options are aplenty with 12 different options and two that stood out immediately for those that don’t want your typical black or navy. First is The Paradym which is sharp in person. The colors are bold enough to pop, but subdued enough to not look out of place. The other is the Black/White/Sage which is a fairly muted look, but very different from what you see normally at the course or range. So which one would you pick?
- Black
- Black Camo
- Red/White/Navy/USA
- Graphite
- Royal / White
- Fire / Black
- Flo Yellow / Navy
- Navy
- Black / White / Sage
- Hunter / White
- White / Navy
- Paradym
The Callaway HyperLite Zero golf bags will hit stores today and have a retail price of $279.00.
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Yup this thing is sick. And super light, I knew it would be light but not this light. [ATTACH type=”full”]9159912[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full”]9159913[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full”]9159914[/ATTACH]
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Yup this thing is sick. And super light, I knew it would be light but not this light. [ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214202295.jpg”]9159912[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214158957.jpg”]9159913[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214156518.jpg”]9159914[/ATTACH]
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Ohhhhhhhhhh that logo! I’m pumped!
Looking forward to giving this one a serious workout. I want to walk more this year.
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Yeah that is slick and that logo just adds to it.
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Yeah that is slick and that logo just adds to it.
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Had 3 questions about it during my round.
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Yup this thing is sick. And super light, I knew it would be light but not this light. [ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214202295.jpg”]9159912[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214158957.jpg”]9159913[/ATTACH][ATTACH type=”full” alt=”PXL_20230224_214156518.jpg”]9159914[/ATTACH]
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I love the color way on this bag. That is awesome. ?
As I’m sure most of you are aware, I won the recent THP 2023 Callaway Golf bag giveaway. I chose the Hyperlite Zero Stand Bag in Floral Yellow/Navy. It just arrived and man I am blown away. The color is fantastic and really pops in person. My old bag was an Ogio stand bag. I held them up side by side and I am shocked how much lighter the Callaway bag feels. And I thought my old Ogio was lightweight. Here’s a few photos I took. Playing next week and cant wait to hit the course and share some more thoughts on it.
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[QUOTE=”TJRyska, post: 11360273, member: 64369″]
As I’m sure most of you are aware, I won the recent THP 2023 Callaway Golf bag giveaway. I chose the Hyperlite Zero Stand Bag in Floral Yellow/Navy. It just arrived and man I am blown away. The color is fantastic and really pops in person. My old bag was an Ogio stand bag. I held them up side by side and I am shocked how much lighter the Callaway bag feels. And I thought my old Ogio was lightweight. Here’s a few photos I took. Playing next week and cant wait to hit the course and share some more thoughts on it.
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Great color and such a solid bag!
Those shoulder straps look like they’re real comfortable haha may be something odd to say but I actually think they look cool too. That’s a great looking bag
[QUOTE=”TJRyska, post: 11360273, member: 64369″]
As I’m sure most of you are aware, I won the recent THP 2023 Callaway Golf bag giveaway. I chose the Hyperlite Zero Stand Bag in Floral Yellow/Navy. It just arrived and man I am blown away. The color is fantastic and really pops in person. My old bag was an Ogio stand bag. I held them up side by side and I am shocked how much lighter the Callaway bag feels. And I thought my old Ogio was lightweight. Here’s a few photos I took. Playing next week and cant wait to hit the course and share some more thoughts on it.
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But does it come in bright colors? 😉
Great choice! That is a good looking bag!
[QUOTE=”dAS0, post: 11360457, member: 10378″]
But does it come in bright colors? 😉
Great choice! That is a good looking bag!
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Haha yeah I thought the brighter the better. Thanks!
[QUOTE=”PhillyV, post: 11360416, member: 6890″]
Those shoulder straps look like they’re real comfortable haha may be something odd to say but I actually think they look cool too. That’s a great looking bag
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They are very comfortable. I was just walking around my yard with my bag on and I’m sure my neighbors are wondering what the heck I am doing walking around with a golf bag :ROFLMAO:
[QUOTE=”TJRyska, post: 11360273, member: 64369″]
As I’m sure most of you are aware, I won the recent THP 2023 Callaway Golf bag giveaway. I chose the Hyperlite Zero Stand Bag in Floral Yellow/Navy. It just arrived and man I am blown away. The color is fantastic and really pops in person. My old bag was an Ogio stand bag. I held them up side by side and I am shocked how much lighter the Callaway bag feels. And I thought my old Ogio was lightweight. Here’s a few photos I took. Playing next week and cant wait to hit the course and share some more thoughts on it.
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That’s stunning :love:
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As I’m sure most of you are aware, I won the recent THP 2023 Callaway Golf bag giveaway. I chose the Hyperlite Zero Stand Bag in Floral Yellow/Navy. It just arrived and man I am blown away. The color is fantastic and really pops in person. My old bag was an Ogio stand bag. I held them up side by side and I am shocked how much lighter the Callaway bag feels. And I thought my old Ogio was lightweight. Here’s a few photos I took. Playing next week and cant wait to hit the course and share some more thoughts on it.
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Bag is fantastic! So light and folks love the color. Had a few people today ask me about the bag cause they thought the colors were great!
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[QUOTE=”Canadan, post: 11392212, member: 2320″]
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I am extremely eager to get my clubs into this and get out for 9 holes. The divider tech has me feeling a certain sort of way.
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Looks awesome ???
I’ve had the bag out for a few 9 hole loops, and I’ve been pretty pleased with it. Lightweight, and lots of room for everything you’d ever need while walking. I need to do some adjusting of the straps, as the plastic handle portion at the top of the bag was getting me in the back and side a bit.
[S]One thing that I wish this, and frankly all, bags had is a small scorecard pocket, that would also serve as a cell phone pocket. I keep my keys in the lined valuables pocket, and I don’t want my phone floating around in there at the same time. I have kept it in the side pocket that is behind the beverage pocket, for easy access while carrying, but that is cavernous just for a phone.[/S]
[USER=7825]@mancest[/USER] has shown me the light. There is a little pocket on the other side, that I just couldn’t see. It’s very well camouflaged haha.
I like the stability of the bag, even when you don’t engage the legs. It will stand up straight on level ground with no worries.
[QUOTE=”Canadan, post: 11392212, member: 2320″]
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It really is so nice.
[QUOTE=”captaincaution, post: 11393395, member: 20606″]
I’ve had the bag out for a few 9 hole loops, and I’ve been pretty pleased with it. Lightweight, and lots of room for everything you’d ever need while walking. I need to do some adjusting of the straps, as the plastic handle portion at the top of the bag was getting me in the back and side a bit.
One thing that I wish this, and frankly all, bags had is a small scorecard pocket, that would also serve as a cell phone pocket. I keep my keys in the lined valuables pocket, and I don’t want my phone floating around in there at the same time. I have kept it in the side pocket that is behind the beverage pocket, for easy access while carrying, but that is cavernous just for a phone.
I like the stability of the bag, even when you don’t engage the legs. It will stand up straight on level ground with no worries.
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yours doesn’t have one? On the side of the ball pocket there is a small slit, I put my phone in there and it should be a perfect size for a scorecard. Accessible while it is on your back. I will go grab a pick here in a few.
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yours doesn’t have one? On the side of the ball pocket there is a small slit, I put my phone in there and it should be a perfect size for a scorecard. Accessible while it is on your back. I will go grab a pick here in a few.
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Maybe I’m just dumb haha.
[QUOTE=”captaincaution, post: 11393452, member: 20606″]
Maybe I’m just dumb haha.
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well we know that ain’t true. It is just a little slit, but keeps it snug in there:
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well we know that ain’t true. It is just a little slit, but keeps it snug in there:
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well we know that ain’t true. It is just a little slit, but keeps it snug in there:
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I stick my Puma PopTop Bluetooth Speaker that I received from THP in that spot
[QUOTE=”TJRyska, post: 11393474, member: 64369″]
I stick my Puma PopTop Bluetooth Speaker that I received from THP in that spot
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You do you baby. I have a speaker with a clip so I hook it up on top. This way I have access to my phone while walking so I can get GPS if I need it without slowing down too much.
[QUOTE=”mancest, post: 11393488, member: 7825″]
You do you baby. I have a speaker with a clip so I hook it up on top. This way I have access to my phone while walking so I can get GPS if I need it without slowing down too much.
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Oh sorry I meant I store my speaker in that pocket, but pull it out when I play. But yes, I love the pockets on this bag!
Prep for Bandon officially began yesterday, carried for 18 holes and this bag made it feel easy. So light, comfortable and I was able to carry both a 20 oz coffee tumbler, another 20oz blender bottle and at one point a 24oz modelo in it as well as all the usual clubs/balls/accessories. Oh and a vest that I put in the apparel pocket.
This 4 way top works really well, no tangling of clubs, none of my arccos sensors came loose. so pleased with this bag, on my clicgear with a cozy it works great and now I am pumped to carry it for 5+ rounds in 3 days on the Oregon coast.
This showed up at the door today!
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I went with the paradym colorway and it looks even better in person. This is by far the lightest bag I have ever owned. Will be perfect for my quick 9 hole walk & carry rounds and range practice sessions. For a light bag it also has a ton of pockets and storage space, which is surprising for this style of bag.
[QUOTE=”BuckNasty, post: 11408845, member: 48132″]
This showed up at the door today!
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I went with the paradym colorway and it looks even better in person. This is by far the lightest bag I have ever owned. Will be perfect for my quick 9 hole walk & carry rounds and range practice sessions. For a light bag it also has a ton of pockets and storage space, which is surprising for this style of bag.
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It’s legit legit. I love mine.
[QUOTE=”BuckNasty, post: 11408845, member: 48132″]
This showed up at the door today!
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I went with the paradym colorway and it looks even better in person. This is by far the lightest bag I have ever owned. Will be perfect for my quick 9 hole walk & carry rounds and range practice sessions. For a light bag it also has a ton of pockets and storage space, which is surprising for this style of bag.
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That looks awesome!
[QUOTE=”BuckNasty, post: 11408845, member: 48132″]
This showed up at the door today!
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I went with the paradym colorway and it looks even better in person. This is by far the lightest bag I have ever owned. Will be perfect for my quick 9 hole walk & carry rounds and range practice sessions. For a light bag it also has a ton of pockets and storage space, which is surprising for this style of bag.
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That bag is incredible!! I love the Goat Cup logo!! ?
Just finished carrying this bag at all the courses at Bandon dunes. So good.
Light but has everything I needed when playing 36 a day.
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[QUOTE=”mancest, post: 11436175, member: 7825″]
Just finished carrying this bag at all the courses at Bandon dunes. So good.
Light but has everything I needed when playing 36 a day.
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I want to play that place so bad lol. That bag looks sweet.
Played golf last night with my wife. She made herself a cocktail using a flask I carry from time to time. She found the cell phone pocket, as pointed out to me by [USER=7825]@mancest[/USER], to be a perfect spot to stow it. I approve!
I’ve been a 14way divider die hard for life and you guys are gonna make me buy a Hyperlite Zero. I’m not sure how to feel about this.
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Played golf last night with my wife. She made herself a cocktail using a flask I carry from time to time. She found the cell phone pocket, as pointed out to me by [USER=7825]@mancest[/USER], to be a perfect spot to stow it. I approve!
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I saw this bag in the shop yesterday. The top of the bag really jumped out to me. I think this is my next bag.
I was right – it is my next bag. ???
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[QUOTE=”Hibs, post: 11434095, member: 59872″]
Finally got a chance to carry this thing on my back a couple of weekends ago. Really, really like the cell phone pocket. Very thoughtful and perfectly located.
They work well on the cart, too.
We had 2 colorways out there.
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Who had the goat cup bag? Dan?
So this bag has popped up on my radar since I am going back to walking for my rounds. It seems light enough that carrying is back on the table.
After a few rounds, I love this bag. Coming from a Stitch SL2, the Hyperlite is lighter, has way less club tangle, and more room for storage. It’s a win for me.
[QUOTE=”BriMac, post: 11539206, member: 44854″]
After a few rounds, I love this bag. Coming from a Stitch SL2, the Hyperlite is lighter, has way less club tangle, and more room for storage. It’s a win for me.
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It’s crazy they make a bag that light and still have more storage. I was looking at the SL2 but there doesn’t seem to be enough storage.
Love this bag. Walked a full 18 for the first time with it today and didn’t once wish I had a cart of any variety.
I’ve discovered that I have some Callaway points. $100 worth. So…. I got some questions.
How’s the tangle of clubs on in and out?
Any wear patterns on graphite shafts? (Just ordered graphite Apex)
Does the material wipe clean easily?
[QUOTE=”Hibs, post: 11491604, member: 59872″]
Yup. Dan from Canada
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I’ve discovered that I have some Callaway points. $100 worth. So…. I got some questions.
How’s the tangle of clubs on in and out?
Any wear patterns on graphite shafts? (Just ordered graphite Apex)
Does the material wipe clean easily?
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I have had zero issues with wear.
I have not attempted to wipe clean, but I typically keep my stuff rather clean.
I do not find issues with club tangling and like the layout.
And it carries great.
[QUOTE=”BriMac, post: 11539206, member: 44854″]
After a few rounds, I love this bag. Coming from a Stitch SL2, the Hyperlite is lighter, has way less club tangle, and more room for storage. It’s a win for me.
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Do you carry for your rounds? I am liking the extra pockets Callaway has with the Hyperlite for valuables and phone. Seems like the pockets are large enough with the Hyperlite for a rain suit, etc.
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11595435, member: 10545″]
Do you carry for your rounds? I am liking the extra pockets Callaway has with the Hyperlite for valuables and phone. Seems like the pockets are large enough with the Hyperlite for a rain suit, etc.
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I’m trying to carry more. Most of
My courses won’t allow it
Ordered one, and as usual, it got here super fast. I’m very excited to get on course. My Vessel is fantastic, but I needed something light for when I pushcart or carry, and this bag checks all the boxes.
I will say though, like (but not as bad as) my Fairway, the valuables pouch is unnecessarily deep. Only gripe right off the bat.
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