2024 Callaway Golf Bags
Been eagerly awaiting feedback on these since hearing about, and seeing little snippets of them, during the Grandaddy. They look great, and it seems like all the little details are there to make them function as good as they look! Great feedback so far guys!!
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The time has come to talk about the new bag line up from Callaway. Back in December, for the Grandaddy, we were presented with the new 2024 Callaway Fairway + and were we blown away. We walked in and the first thing we were greeted with was a line of 15 custom white and blue bags. The Grandaddy G and our forum name stitched on the front pocket!
Some quick features of the bag and one that stand out to me is the introduction of Shaft Shield™ top - This new bag top is constructed of a soft rubber coating, opposed to the mesh fabric found on the top of most bags. Callaway subjected the Shaft Shield™ top to testing consisting of 10,000 club drops into the bag. How many of you have pulled your club out of the bag wondering how the golf shaft was scratched or the custom graphics deformed? Look no further to those days happening!!!
A close up look at Shaft Shield.
next up the Lowrider 2.0™ technology where we see the mounting point for the legs has been moved 2” lower than previous versions, allowing for a better, more secure fit on push carts and riding carts. In the several rounds that I have been out since December I’ve had no issues with having to readjust the bag on the back of the golf cart. The movement of the legs and the shape change of the next feature “Flex Pod” has allowed for this welcomed change. No more going to grab something out of a pocket to see that pocket is now in a different location.
The Flex Pod™ base flexible base creates an easier deployment of the legs on all surfaces. Typically most bags are horrible on angled or uneven surfaces causing the bag to be unstable. The new redesigned system allows the legs to pop without much applied force or sliding on slick surfaces.
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The whatever you call it strap feature.
(I can’t pronounce that many A’s in one word) Anamatic™ Strap System is featured on all stand bags. This new strap system is an automatic and anatomic fitting strap which contours to the golfer's shoulders and pairs with a 4-point molded puck for ease of adjustability and carry comfort. The comfort and ease of the system is by far the best I’ve seen. I am one that struggles with straps often and during my short time adjusting and carrying the bag is simple. The straps are very comfortable and love how the underside matches the colors of the bag. The foam used will not break down keeping the feel the same.
The options and colorways will be there for every golfer both. Callaway has gone above and beyond in the Performance Goods space and expect that to continue. More thoughts to come!
Some quick features of the bag and one that stand out to me is the introduction of Shaft Shield™ top - This new bag top is constructed of a soft rubber coating, opposed to the mesh fabric found on the top of most bags. Callaway subjected the Shaft Shield™ top to testing consisting of 10,000 club drops into the bag. How many of you have pulled your club out of the bag wondering how the golf shaft was scratched or the custom graphics deformed? Look no further to those days happening!!!
A close up look at Shaft Shield.
next up the Lowrider 2.0™ technology where we see the mounting point for the legs has been moved 2” lower than previous versions, allowing for a better, more secure fit on push carts and riding carts. In the several rounds that I have been out since December I’ve had no issues with having to readjust the bag on the back of the golf cart. The movement of the legs and the shape change of the next feature “Flex Pod” has allowed for this welcomed change. No more going to grab something out of a pocket to see that pocket is now in a different location.
The Flex Pod™ base flexible base creates an easier deployment of the legs on all surfaces. Typically most bags are horrible on angled or uneven surfaces causing the bag to be unstable. The new redesigned system allows the legs to pop without much applied force or sliding on slick surfaces.
(Will add picture shortly).
The whatever you call it strap feature.
(I can’t pronounce that many A’s in one word) Anamatic™ Strap System is featured on all stand bags. This new strap system is an automatic and anatomic fitting strap which contours to the golfer's shoulders and pairs with a 4-point molded puck for ease of adjustability and carry comfort. The comfort and ease of the system is by far the best I’ve seen. I am one that struggles with straps often and during my short time adjusting and carrying the bag is simple. The straps are very comfortable and love how the underside matches the colors of the bag. The foam used will not break down keeping the feel the same.The options and colorways will be there for every golfer both. Callaway has gone above and beyond in the Performance Goods space and expect that to continue. More thoughts to come!
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Having heard all the buzz, I’ve been waiting to see these. The shaft shield top sounds like a great advancement. I think I’m set for my bag in 24 but want to see these, especially the Fairway 14.
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That Fairway 14 is going to be a sleeper. I heard it comes with iron covers as well.
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This is a feature I want to test on a push cart I have. We heard the excitement and my goodness if anyone remembers @oumagic cart race run at the Grandaddy the bag does not move and fits well on the cart.
Those bags look fantastic! Great writeups guys, you all are killing it!
I'm in the market for a new Cart Bag. However, those are very tempting, because they look great. With that said, any idea of how long we have to wait for new cart bags, if there will be new cart bags.
I'm in the market for a new Cart Bag. However, those are very tempting, because they look great. With that said, any idea of how long we have to wait for new cart bags, if there will be new cart bags.
Just out of curiosity, what do you like about a cart bag that these bags may not offer?
And that's ordered. Shipping in 7-14 days. Not the flashiest color, but we didn't have all of them available yet. And it'll go well with dark headcovers.
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The strap system is next level simple. Most comfortable system I’ve ever encountered
And that flex pod base is truly amazing like you said. Super stable. The legs are no slouch either
I really wish I could get this colorway in a Fairway 14. Fingers crossed there might be more colors? Maybe? Please!
Hmmm, mine did notThat Fairway 14 is going to be a sleeper. I heard it comes with iron covers as well.
2024 Fairway +
For The Grandaddy, Callaway provided us with the new 2024 Fairway + 5-way divider stand bag. Everyone from the team has been excitedly waiting until we can talk about the new 2024 lineup of bags from Callaway. As we heard from Austin Tudor, Callaway’s Product Marketing Manager for their Performance Gear division, their goal is to take the Performance Gear to the next level by bringing the same innovation to bags and gloves as Callaway has done with the golf ball and equipment.
There are a few big changes to the Fairway + that stand out this year. The first is the Shaft Shield, which is a rubberized divider, which is not only going to be more durable than the standard cloth over plastic divider, but it will also do a much better job of protecting golf shafts from being scratched and marked up. There is nothing more annoying than seeing your brand new, up-charge shafts (if you’re an internet golf like me) with marks from being taken in and out of the bag. I’ve been using the Fairway + for two months now and don’t see any noticeable marks and scratches.
I prefer not to replace my bag every year, so having a more durable divider is a huge plus for me. One of the unintended benefits of the rubberized divider is that it has reduced bag clatter and clubs don’t move around as much. Not only does it reduce the noise but also wear and tear to clubs.
I’m posting a video of the Fairway + as I’m hauling along a bumpy fairway at my home course. I purposefully found a bumpier area to walk in and the movement of clubs in the bag is less than what I would normally get by a large margin.
View attachment IMG_8317.mov
My favorite feature Callaway has improved is their new strap system, which they call Anamatic Fit Straps. I tried last year’s Hyperlite Zero bag and not only struggled to adjust the straps, I found the straps to be uncomfortable, which was super disappointing on what was otherwise an awesome bag. One year later, Callaway has not only has a drastically improved the comfort of the straps, the strap system is the easiest to use I have come across. The bag balances easily across your back and simply pull the strap down or pull up (like a book bag) and it adjusts as needed. I primarily use a pushcart for my rounds, but have found the Fairway + to be light enough and plenty comfortable with the strap and hip cushion to carry. I’ve carried for nine hole rounds; I don’t carry for 18 at this point anymore.
The Fairway + sits in a stable position in pushcarts and carts. The stand mechanism and Flex Pod base work really well together. I have not run into any issues opening and closing the legs; there is nothing more annoying than the legs catching or not opening as expected.


In terms of storage, the Fairway + has a large front pocket where I have been keeping my tees, balls, ball markers, and divot repair tools. There is a lot of room in here. Honestly more than I need for that spot.

There are also two pockets above the base of the bag where I have been keeping my range finder and have been using the net in there to keep my AirPods handy in case I need to take a call while on the course.

Beneath that pocket is another large storage pocket that works for sunscreen, snacks, extra water, wallet, etc. This pocket can be removed, which makes it nice for personalization.

On the bag side of the bag there is a huge pocket that you can easily fit rain gear in, extra gloves, or hat. I don’t like to carry more than I have to, so this pocket has not come close to being full.
The smaller pocket on the back is felt lined, which I have been using for my keys and wallet. This pocket is deep, as illustrated in the photo. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one this deep before.
I’ve used the Fairway + in a variety of conditions from warm and dry to cold and rainy. I usually use a black or dark blue bag because I’m worried about dirt and grime showing on the bag, but the white doesn’t show much dirt as of now. There will be plenty of color options available so everyone should be able to find a color that suits them.

Dividers always seem to a hot topic, so I will touch on that by saying, I like the larger top divider with the four smaller dividers. I use the larger divider for my driver, 3w, UW, and putter and then have 3 irons on either side of the next row and 2 and 2 at the bottom. Even with full length dividers, tangling can happen, but it hasn't been an issue for me where clubs get stuck and become an issue getting out of the bag like I’ve had on smaller bags.

I’ve been using a smaller bag the last few years and I’ve been very impressed with the Fairway + having extra storage while not feeling heavy or cumbersome. My favorite features of the bag are the new strap system and rubberized divider, which are absolutely stellar.
For The Grandaddy, Callaway provided us with the new 2024 Fairway + 5-way divider stand bag. Everyone from the team has been excitedly waiting until we can talk about the new 2024 lineup of bags from Callaway. As we heard from Austin Tudor, Callaway’s Product Marketing Manager for their Performance Gear division, their goal is to take the Performance Gear to the next level by bringing the same innovation to bags and gloves as Callaway has done with the golf ball and equipment.
There are a few big changes to the Fairway + that stand out this year. The first is the Shaft Shield, which is a rubberized divider, which is not only going to be more durable than the standard cloth over plastic divider, but it will also do a much better job of protecting golf shafts from being scratched and marked up. There is nothing more annoying than seeing your brand new, up-charge shafts (if you’re an internet golf like me) with marks from being taken in and out of the bag. I’ve been using the Fairway + for two months now and don’t see any noticeable marks and scratches.
I prefer not to replace my bag every year, so having a more durable divider is a huge plus for me. One of the unintended benefits of the rubberized divider is that it has reduced bag clatter and clubs don’t move around as much. Not only does it reduce the noise but also wear and tear to clubs.

I’m posting a video of the Fairway + as I’m hauling along a bumpy fairway at my home course. I purposefully found a bumpier area to walk in and the movement of clubs in the bag is less than what I would normally get by a large margin.
View attachment IMG_8317.mov
My favorite feature Callaway has improved is their new strap system, which they call Anamatic Fit Straps. I tried last year’s Hyperlite Zero bag and not only struggled to adjust the straps, I found the straps to be uncomfortable, which was super disappointing on what was otherwise an awesome bag. One year later, Callaway has not only has a drastically improved the comfort of the straps, the strap system is the easiest to use I have come across. The bag balances easily across your back and simply pull the strap down or pull up (like a book bag) and it adjusts as needed. I primarily use a pushcart for my rounds, but have found the Fairway + to be light enough and plenty comfortable with the strap and hip cushion to carry. I’ve carried for nine hole rounds; I don’t carry for 18 at this point anymore.
The Fairway + sits in a stable position in pushcarts and carts. The stand mechanism and Flex Pod base work really well together. I have not run into any issues opening and closing the legs; there is nothing more annoying than the legs catching or not opening as expected.


In terms of storage, the Fairway + has a large front pocket where I have been keeping my tees, balls, ball markers, and divot repair tools. There is a lot of room in here. Honestly more than I need for that spot.

There are also two pockets above the base of the bag where I have been keeping my range finder and have been using the net in there to keep my AirPods handy in case I need to take a call while on the course.

Beneath that pocket is another large storage pocket that works for sunscreen, snacks, extra water, wallet, etc. This pocket can be removed, which makes it nice for personalization.

On the bag side of the bag there is a huge pocket that you can easily fit rain gear in, extra gloves, or hat. I don’t like to carry more than I have to, so this pocket has not come close to being full.
The smaller pocket on the back is felt lined, which I have been using for my keys and wallet. This pocket is deep, as illustrated in the photo. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one this deep before.
I’ve used the Fairway + in a variety of conditions from warm and dry to cold and rainy. I usually use a black or dark blue bag because I’m worried about dirt and grime showing on the bag, but the white doesn’t show much dirt as of now. There will be plenty of color options available so everyone should be able to find a color that suits them.

Dividers always seem to a hot topic, so I will touch on that by saying, I like the larger top divider with the four smaller dividers. I use the larger divider for my driver, 3w, UW, and putter and then have 3 irons on either side of the next row and 2 and 2 at the bottom. Even with full length dividers, tangling can happen, but it hasn't been an issue for me where clubs get stuck and become an issue getting out of the bag like I’ve had on smaller bags.

I’ve been using a smaller bag the last few years and I’ve been very impressed with the Fairway + having extra storage while not feeling heavy or cumbersome. My favorite features of the bag are the new strap system and rubberized divider, which are absolutely stellar.
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This really raises the level of excitement for the Goat Cup... well done Grandaddy guys
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I was trying back in December to make that happen.Hmmm, mine did not