If you like a good lightweight travel bag, you’ve come to the right place. Lightweight bags make it easier to get through the course without feeling exhausted.
The knock on lightweight bags is that something usually has to give to keep the weight down. You may notice issues like less storage, poor balance, or poor dividers. In some cases, this is true.
Here are the five lightest bags we tested for 2026, along with what did well—and where the compromises showed up.
Srixon Ultra Light
Digital Weight: 3.9 lb.
This was the lightest duffel bag in the entire test, and it feels built for walking. The bag is easy to carry, stays balanced and keeps things simple without feeling bulky or unwieldy. The trade-off is that the storage, number of pockets and capacity are minimal, so this is not the bag for players who want to carry extra layers or accessories.
Mount Sun Eclipse E-1.5
Digital Weight: 4.0 lbs.
of Eclipse E-1.5 keeps weight extremely low while providing a familiar bag feel. Carrying it is easy, but the trade-offs show up in pocket usability and stand-up performance. Some pockets suffer from interference, limiting their use once loaded, and the leg system doesn’t pop as confidently as others in this group. Firstly it is light, secondly it is functional.
OGIO Featherlite ’26
Digital Weight: 4.4 lb.
OGIO’s Featherlite earns its name and feels significantly lighter than most full-featured support bags. Balance is good and pocket intrusion is minimal, but the shoulder strap system is basic with limited padding. Over the course of a full round, this can matter. This is a solid option for players who don’t need premium strap comfort.
COBRA Ultralight Pro Stand
Digital Weight: 5.0 lb.
This bag proves that it’s lightweight that doesn’t need to feel flimsy. of Stand Pro ultralight combines low weight with strong pocket structure, good balance and one of the best stand systems in the category. Divider organization is limited by the four-way top, and occasional grip confusion can occur, but the overall experience is remarkably complete for a bag this light. It’s easy to see why this stood out in testing.
PING Hoofer Lite
Digital Weight: 5.0 lb.
of Hoofer Lite hits the sweet spot between weight and everyday use. Despite its light weight, it maintains the reliable pocket structure and holding comfort that the PING Hoofer line is known for, with only minor pocket interference and some occasional grip fumbles. The stand system kicks in quickly and firmly and the straps are comfortable throughout a full round. If you want a lightweight bag it doesn’t smelt as a compromise, this one checks a lot of boxes.
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