TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag Review
Product Update: TaylorMade discontinued the PureLite in 2017. Unfortunately, this bag is no longer available.
TaylorMade replaced the PureLite with the FlexTech line in 2017, significantly improving the base, legs, and straps. You can see our latest TaylorMade FlexTech Stand Bag review by clicking HERE.
TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag: Original December 2015 Review
The 2016 TaylorMade PureLite Specs:
Weight
The TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag weighs 4.8 pounds, including the shoulder straps and rainhood.
Given the inclusion of the straps and rain hood, this weight is one of the lightest of our recommended bags.
Getting Clubs In and Out of the Bag
The TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag has a rectangular five-way opening with two full-length dividers and a 9.75” x 8.5” diameter.
The opening of the bag is within our preferred size range. Ideally, there would be one more full-length divider. The top design easily accommodates putters with oversized grips.
Ease of Carrying the Bag
The bag has a redesigned shoulder strap system with contoured ergonomic shoulder straps with air mesh. The bag has a cushioned hip pad. The bag has a top rim, spine, and bottom handles for easy lifting options.
The shoulder strap system meets our comfort and ease of use expectations. Significant consumer reviews applaud the overall lightness and ease of carrying the bag.
Storage/Pockets
The TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag has ten pockets, including:
- Full-length apparel pocket
- Padded velour-lined valuables pocket
- Rangefinder pocket
- Insulated beverage pocket
- Mesh utility pocket
- 2 Accessory pockets
- Ball pocket
- Tee pocket
- Scorecard & pen sleeve
Regarding other attachment points, the bag has an umbrella sleeve, Velcro glove patch, and towel loop.
At ten pockets, the bag is slightly above the high end of our preferred number and specialization of pockets.
Stability of the Bag
The TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag has an anti-split stand system and slightly enlarged feet to reduce sinking and slippage.
The stability features of the bag meet our expectations.
Extras
The TaylorMade PureLite Stand Bag has:
- A rainhood
- Crush-resistant construction with side supports to protect clubs
- A cart-compatible base
- Seven color combinations, including camouflage
Value
TaylorMade’s suggested retail price is $189.99.
The $189.99 MSRP is in the middle range of our recommended full-featured carry bags. It is a solidly constructed bag with plenty of features and good color options.
As mentioned at the beginning of this post, TaylorMade discontinued the PureLite in 2017, replacing it with the FlexTech line.
Check out our review of the latest TaylorMade FlexTech Stand Bag by clicking HERE.
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