MacKenzie Bags....let em see your pics....

[PCCraig]

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[Howard Riefs]

Reposting this beauty of Wayne's
 

As proof that a Mackenzie Walker is the GCA Golf Bag:

[Emile Bonfiglio]

today I was playing through a foursome at Pumpkin Ridge, they were in carts and all 4 had monogramed MacKenzie bags. I said "you fellas have too nice of bags to be riding in carts"..they agreed and said they were walking the back 9

[BHoover]

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

[Sam Morrow]

Tonight when I'm in front of a computer I will break this down.

[Chris Oldham]

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

Odd that this should pop up today.  I just bought a used Ping 4Under as a back up bag for my ballistic MacKenzie Walker and it seems to me that the Walker is just a bit lighter.  I walked my first round with the Ping on Sunday and it was strange having the dual straps - I had gotten so used to the single strap, it felt strange walking with it.  I think I like the Walker better as my daily carry bag.

[Paul Carey]

i love my ballistic walker.  Great balance and really easy to carry.  I do find that it is a bit harder on my back picking it off the ground when I am out of shape.  I had been carrying the lightest stand bag I could find but the ballistic walker is much easier to carry.

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

[Mike_Trenham]

I have a ballistic walker and endorse it 100%.  The caddies at my club and many places don't like it because it does not have a stand.

I heard there is an OEM stand, can anyone tell me how to find and buy one?

[Sam Morrow]

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

I've had my ballistic for 2 years now, about 3 months ago I went to it as my full time bag. It's simple but great. I'm not someone who carries much in their bag and there's a decent amount of room with 2 pockets. I also got the water bottle holder on mine. The only time I miss a stand is on muddy days. About a month ago I bought a 4 Series Ping to have on bad weather days. I carried it around for 1 day before returning it, I never even took it on the course, just walking from my car to the range I didn't like the way it felt. I have never met anyone who didn't love their Mackenzie. I will also say that I've had several people with Jones bags tell me they are jealous of my bag.

[PCCraig]

I've had my Walker for two seasons now and I can say they are easily the best golf bags made today. The leather on mine needs a little buffing/polishing and there is a loose stitch/string inside of the bag, but otherwise it's held up extremely well. The bag itself is light and carries perfectly.

[Bruce Wellmon]

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

I also got the water bottle holder on mine.

Sam, What does the water bottle holder look like?

[Eric Smith]

I heard there is an OEM stand, can anyone tell me how to find and buy one?

I believe the stands are made by Tim Alpaugh. Google him (and Claret Dreams).

[Lou_Duran]

I scratch my head when I hear all the whining about Fazio budgets and the exorbitant cost of golf in America at the same time we extol the virtues of a $750 piece of leather to hold our clubs.  I must say, I was really drawn to the Dismal River MacK bag in the pro shop, but my inquiry was rebuffed by none other than the Owner who pointed out that it was not available for sale to guests.  As they say, membership has its privileges.  

[Paul Jones]

[Jimmy Chandler]

I scratch my head when I hear all the whining about Fazio budgets and the exorbitant cost of golf in America at the same time we extol the virtues of a $750 piece of leather to hold our clubs.

Making golf courses more affordable allows more people to play more golf, which shouldn't prevent those with means from enjoying their $750 bags. There is zero connection between these two things.

[Paul Jones]

I wish the MacKenzie would add a stand - even if just for the ballistic.  I had surgery on my arm a little over a year ago and it will start hurting when having to reach down and pull the bag up.  Also, I don't always travel with my bad since a lot of caddies don't like them since it does not have a stand.

[Lou_Duran]

I scratch my head when I hear all the whining about Fazio budgets and the exorbitant cost of golf in America at the same time we extol the virtues of a $750 piece of leather to hold our clubs.

Making golf courses more affordable allows more people to play more golf, which shouldn't prevent those with means from enjoying their $750 bags. There is zero connection between these two things.

Really?  And how does the existence of a Dallas National or a Shadow Creek prevent more people from playing golf?  Are you suggesting that only Fazio designs golf courses and only John McDonald and Steve Wynn develops them?  The problem with building affordable courses in much of the country is that the consumer seems to be unwilling to pay the green fee that is required to make them viable (reference the golf is in the pizza business thread/Ron Whitten GD article).

I am all for individuals and companies making stuff that other folks want.  I like extraordinary things like Dallas National, Shadow Creek, and MacK bags.  And I would be the last person to try to stop anyone from spending his money on something he wants.  I just find it ironic that on a site where many crap on a luxury brand such as Fazio, there is so much love for an ultra-expensive item that does comparatively little to further the enjoyment of the game, other than, of course, the image and status the bag projects.  Of course, I could be way off base.  

[Chris_Hufnagel]

on a luxury brand such as Fazio

Perhaps where we disagree is the definition of "luxury"...

[Greg Clark]

Does anyone here have, or have seen, their waxed cotton bag?  It looks intriguing from pictures.  I'm wondering how it holds up and how it compares to the leather and the ballistic nylon.

[Pete Lavallee]

After giving my MacKenzie Walker its biannual cleaning and conditioning I notice that the plastic rib that keeps the bag streched out had popped out. It seems the cloth sheath that holds it in place had ripped and even duct tape couldn't effect a repair. True to their word Thom had me ship it back and they are repairing it for free, as advertised.

While it's in the shop I have resorted to my Titleist stand bag; gosh I hope the MacKenzie arrives soon! I found that:

I don't need four different pockets to separate my irons; one for woods and one for irons is ideal

I don't need 6-8 different pockets to carry stuff, two are just fine

I hate the double strap arrangement, putting the left strap on is such a pain

The stand is awkward, nothing like just laying that baby on the ground

Since it's leather you can lay it down on wet grass with no harm to the bag or its holder

You do have to keep the suede on the strap from getting in contact with the wet ground however; a very small price to pay

Amortized over my golfing life I think I got a downright bargain!

[David Harshbarger]

If your road bike is worth more than your car, you are true cyclist, they say.

There is nothing wrong, and much good with spending money on luxuries that *you* value.  Even if $1,000 isn't a rounding error in your net worth, it's ok to invest in luxuries that reflect your values.  The MacKenzie bags fall squarely in that category, a luxury that I couldn't fault any true golf lover investing in.  *Especially* the one(s) changing out of the trunk of their beater.

[Andy Treen]

It's not a MacKenzie.... I can't afford one.  But here's my Jones bag.


- Andy

[Sam Morrow]

Bump. Can anyone tell me how the ballistic nylon Mackenzie Walker compares to an ultralight stand bag such as the Ping 4 Series?  I'm thinking of asking my wife for one as a Xmas gift, but I want to know how it compares in terms of weight.

I also got the water bottle holder on mine.

Sam, What does the water bottle holder look like?

It's just a little pocket hanging off the side, it looks small but it can hold a good sized bottle.

[Lou_Duran]

Amortized over my golfing life I think I got a downright bargain!

I think it was Michael Whitaker who shared his friend's communication warning us of the insidious defense mechanism known as projection.

Another of the Great Oldies is rationalization.

Proof that golf is a Big World can be found at Secession Golf Club where one can find a large variety of travel and carry bags strewn all over the porch surrounding its wonderfully understated clubhouse.  Yes, MacK had a very large presence, as did Sun Mountain (Swift X my personal choice when not being borrowed by my son), Ping, Titleist, etc.

Amazing how my bag, which set me back considerably less than the price of a single round at many CA daily fees, still holds my clubs comfortably, off the ground, and will likely last longer than my swing.  All without the need of an amortization schedule (and self delusion).      

[Mark Pritchett]

Timex, Rolex?  Who cares, blah, blah, blah.....