What’s in Your Weekend Bag? 5 Must-Haves for the Spring Golf Season
By: Patrick Stephenson
The fairways are getting greener, and your golf bag is calling your name. But before you head out for your next spring round, it’s time to take inventory. A well-packed golf bag can make or break your day on the course—especially when spring weather keeps you guessing.
Here are five must-haves to keep in your golf bag this season:
1. Lightweight Outerwear
Spring golf means layers. Mornings can be chilly, and afternoon showers pop up without warning. Keep a lightweight, water-resistant jacket in your golf bag—something that doesn’t add bulk but keeps you dry and swinging freely.
2. A High-Quality Golf Towel
This is one of the most-used items in any golf bag. A versatile towel helps clean clubs, dry hands, and wipe down grips or balls. Look for a dual-texture towel that gives you both absorbency and scrubbing power. Bonus: stash an extra if rain is in the forecast.
3. Sunscreen & Lip Balm
3. Sunscreen & Lip BalmEven on cloudy days, the sun can take its toll. Keeping a small bottle of sunscreen and lip balm with SPF in your golf bag is an easy way to stay protected. Trust us—your skin will thank you on the back nine.
4. Rangefinder or Yardage Book
With changing spring conditions, club distances might not be as reliable. A rangefinder or yardage book is a key addition to your golf bag that helps keep you dialed in when the wind kicks up or the fairways are soft.
5. Melt-Proof Snacks
Long rounds need fuel. Keep energy up with melt-proof snacks like jerky, trail mix, or a protein bar. Toss them in a side pocket of your golf bag for a quick mid-round boost and remember to consider the temperature as no one like a messy melted snack.
Spring is the perfect time to clean out your golf bag and stock it with the right gear. And if your current bag isn’t cutting it? It might be time to upgrade. The right golf bag makes every round better—especially when it’s packed with purpose.
