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<u> Ogio Grom 2009: </u>
After a round with the new Grom it became obvious that the weigh distribution was an improvement on the previous model, the distribution offers a more centre of gravity balance than the previous Grom and so feels better on the shoulders.
<u> Features: </u>
9" Woode (tm) top version 4 (tm) 0 with integrated top grab handle / ArcLite (tm) stand system / Full length club dividers / Custom OGIO ergonomic 3-point handle / ZBP (tm) / TORQ (tm) Strap / Ball Silo (tm) / Lift Grip (tm) integrated trunk handle / Triple Triangle shoulder strap system / Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop / EVA molded hip pad with airflow system / Weatherproof fleece lined valuables pocket / Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves / Walking accessible water bottle holster / Elastic oversized towel loop / Elastic umbrella containment system / External tee holders / Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets
<u> The new features include: - </u>
ArcLite (tm) stand system
Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop
EVA molded hip pad with airflow system
Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves
Elastic umbrella containment system
Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets
ArcLite (tm) stand system:
A 100% improvement on the previous model, I have so far had no issues with the legs hanging whilst walking and no issues with the stand legs being to high after been tightened to counter the hanging legs.
Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop:
I had one of these on the Mizuno Aerolite 3 positioned next to the ball pocket on the inside whilst walking, it was a great feature as whilst walking post shot I could slip on and off my glove before I reached my ball, Ogio decided to put this feature on the main side of the stand bag making using it whilst walking impossible & as my putter cover is magnetic useless to me.
EVA molded hip pad with airflow system:
Once again this is an improvement on the previous model and one of the reason I have the 2009 Grom. The new EVA lets you breath and doesn’t rub one bit, after issues with early fraying in the previous model Ogio have done a great job with this.
Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves:
As above this is a great tool for every golfer, the problem is it isn’t at hands reach whilst walking like the previous model where the score card pocket had a pen holder on the outside (inside whilst walking) which I preferred, though I am sure I will use.
Elastic umbrella containment system:
This took me 3 minutes to put my umbrella in!! I understand the idea but to me it seems Ogio have not one bit thought this through for the golfer on the course. The strap that holds the club to the bag is short, it takes ages to push the umbrella into the internal sleeve and then find the bottom hole to fit it into. The previous model was a lot easier for the golfer on the fairways than this one.
Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets:
This is the same as the previous model and the only difference is that Ogio have introduced an magnet to close the pocket, which I found great, this has done its job but when the pen holder is at the other side of the bag its tough to see how Ogio have thought this through again.
I do like this bag and rate it up there with the top end market, the space in the bag has been reduced, this for me is good as it saves on weight (5.8lbs 2.6 kg) 2009 model compared to the (6.3 lbs/2.8 Kg) 2008 model and you still have enough room for your winter kit and hipflask.
The only feature I miss is the valuables pocket mobile phone holder, this used to save me sooo much time fumbling around in the valuables pocket on the 2008 model.
Conclusion:
Ogio have yet again released a bag that not only has space, gadgets, a great stand system but looks great. I would recommend this bag to any serious carrier, this bag is defiantly one of the best on the market and will no doubt take a 4th title as a market leader in brand and field. Its just a shame Ogio didnt think some of the new features through enough.
After a round with the new Grom it became obvious that the weigh distribution was an improvement on the previous model, the distribution offers a more centre of gravity balance than the previous Grom and so feels better on the shoulders.
<u> Features: </u>
9" Woode (tm) top version 4 (tm) 0 with integrated top grab handle / ArcLite (tm) stand system / Full length club dividers / Custom OGIO ergonomic 3-point handle / ZBP (tm) / TORQ (tm) Strap / Ball Silo (tm) / Lift Grip (tm) integrated trunk handle / Triple Triangle shoulder strap system / Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop / EVA molded hip pad with airflow system / Weatherproof fleece lined valuables pocket / Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves / Walking accessible water bottle holster / Elastic oversized towel loop / Elastic umbrella containment system / External tee holders / Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets
<u> The new features include: - </u>
ArcLite (tm) stand system
Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop
EVA molded hip pad with airflow system
Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves
Elastic umbrella containment system
Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets
ArcLite (tm) stand system:
A 100% improvement on the previous model, I have so far had no issues with the legs hanging whilst walking and no issues with the stand legs being to high after been tightened to counter the hanging legs.
Glove/putter cover velcro attachment loop:
I had one of these on the Mizuno Aerolite 3 positioned next to the ball pocket on the inside whilst walking, it was a great feature as whilst walking post shot I could slip on and off my glove before I reached my ball, Ogio decided to put this feature on the main side of the stand bag making using it whilst walking impossible & as my putter cover is magnetic useless to me.
EVA molded hip pad with airflow system:
Once again this is an improvement on the previous model and one of the reason I have the 2009 Grom. The new EVA lets you breath and doesn’t rub one bit, after issues with early fraying in the previous model Ogio have done a great job with this.
Easy access divot tool and pen sleeves:
As above this is a great tool for every golfer, the problem is it isn’t at hands reach whilst walking like the previous model where the score card pocket had a pen holder on the outside (inside whilst walking) which I preferred, though I am sure I will use.
Elastic umbrella containment system:
This took me 3 minutes to put my umbrella in!! I understand the idea but to me it seems Ogio have not one bit thought this through for the golfer on the course. The strap that holds the club to the bag is short, it takes ages to push the umbrella into the internal sleeve and then find the bottom hole to fit it into. The previous model was a lot easier for the golfer on the fairways than this one.
Easy access scorecard and pencil sleeve pockets:
This is the same as the previous model and the only difference is that Ogio have introduced an magnet to close the pocket, which I found great, this has done its job but when the pen holder is at the other side of the bag its tough to see how Ogio have thought this through again.
I do like this bag and rate it up there with the top end market, the space in the bag has been reduced, this for me is good as it saves on weight (5.8lbs 2.6 kg) 2009 model compared to the (6.3 lbs/2.8 Kg) 2008 model and you still have enough room for your winter kit and hipflask.
The only feature I miss is the valuables pocket mobile phone holder, this used to save me sooo much time fumbling around in the valuables pocket on the 2008 model.
Conclusion:
Ogio have yet again released a bag that not only has space, gadgets, a great stand system but looks great. I would recommend this bag to any serious carrier, this bag is defiantly one of the best on the market and will no doubt take a 4th title as a market leader in brand and field. Its just a shame Ogio didnt think some of the new features through enough.
