Trolley V Carry

[sydney greenstreet]

I have always used a trolley but my questions are. Which do you do and do you feel a benefit from 1 or the other.

 

[LanDog]

I much prefer carrying my bag I just feel better for it I say that if you're healthy and able bodied then you should carry your bag, but I suppose it's easier to say that. I've always carried my bag and will continue to do so, I've nothing against people with trolleys but I'd find them too awkward with transport.

 

[Brookesy]

I used to carry all the time but bought myself a electric trolley and havent looked back since, im only 22 and am fit and healthy but like to take plenty of water and food for a round so it makes alot of sense to use an electric trolley.

Its also improved my golf as im not as tired towards the end of the round and helps alot when i play 36 holes in one day.

 

[mikevet]

Carry nearly all the time as I find it makes me feel closer to the spirit of the game. Trouble is my stand bag doesn't hold as much as a cart bag - better get a new one. I have a basic 2-wheel trolley but rarely use it now. Overall it feels more comfortable carrying rather than pulling at an awkward angle. The thing that gets me is kids with electric trolleys - why do they need them!?

 

[elliottlale]

did carry now use push trolley. feels like such a more relaxed round. im 25, compete in triathlons in the royal navy, so quite a fit guy, but i do sometimes suffer with a sore back. using a push trolley keeps me fully fresh over 18 holes, love it.

 

[Achilles]

I used to carry but switched to a push trolley about 18 months ago. I much prefer it and find it's a lot easier to keep my waterproofs and food / drink etc in my bag without worrying about having to carry the extra weight. Anything to save a bit of energy for the end of the round where tiredness can kick in!

 

[LanDog]

The thing that gets me is kids with electric trolleys - why do they need them!?

Seconded I would never use an electric trolley just out of respect almost as there are people in worse conditions than me that are still having to carry

 

[mikevet]

I actually find that carrying can be less tiring than using a push/pull trolley and you can get around on the course to where your ball is much more easily, especially in winter.

 

[Lump]

Had a trolley but got rid about a year ago. I now carry all the time, not a major issue until it starts to get very warm. A decent bag with decent straps makes a huge difference too.

 

[USER1999]

I have options, so am in both camps. Trolley for medals though.

 

[CMAC]

I've carried for most of my life, getting on a bit and a trolley does keep me less tired nearer the end, so I bought one and will use it this weekend for the first time, priceless when its raining though

 

[fundy]

I fall into both camps here.

I actually prefer to carry, and in spring/autumn will often carry. when its wet (winter) or hot (summer) I tend to revert to the electric trolley mainly to enable carrying all the stuff I want, that said if Im practising its almost always half a set in the pencil bag

 

[MegaSteve]

I would love to be fit enough again to resume carrying... Just think its the right way to play the game...

 

[anthony]

Seconded I would never use an electric trolley just out of respect almost as there are people in worse conditions than me that are still having to carry

Out of respect it is not your fault they are in a certain condition and who says you have to be in poor health to be able to have an electric trolley. If a young person wants an electric trolley good for them why put all that strain on your back and knees when he has the rest of his life ahead of him.
Make your own path do not follow

 

[connor]

28 fairly fit. Carrying couple pounds and a dicky knee. I use a trolley but also carry depends where and when I'm playing. Like me leccy trolley as its just easier and my card bag is like Mary poppins hand bag

 

[LanDog]

I'm not following a path it's just a personal choice I prefer carrying my bag to prevent the awkwardness of having to set up my trolley compacting it to fit in my Fiat Panda would be impossible I also prefer the look of a nice stand purely for aesthetic reasons

 

[GreiginFife]

I use a push trolley as can't carry any more. Screwed my knee up years ago and need trolley or wouldn't be able to play at all.

 

[Val]

Carry for bounce games and use electric for medals and games away. Normally always carry in winter.

 

[Deleted member 1740]

I enjoy carrying and like to be able to walk straight to my ball rather than taking the kart paths etc.

I do have an electric trolley but i keep forgetting to charge the bloody battery and end up pushing it around after 7 holes.

I do not have a remote control for my trolley, they're for knobs/plonkers/posers/tw*ts (delete as appropriate).

 

[SGC001]

Trolley if possible, if I carry I get worse neck problems than normal for the next few days. One thing I do like is I can leave everything I need in the bag (food, waterproofs, drinks, towels, gloves...) and don't have to worry about weight or what might happen with the weather.

I actually prefer carrying as you can go wherever you want with your bag.