NEW GEAR 2016: Under Par

Looking for a better way to get around the course in 2016? Under Par has a wide range of buggies Eagles & Birdies bags, Clicgear  and Smoothy Rovic buggies to help you do it with ease.

Royal Troon cart bag (4.2kg)

    The Under Par initiative to continue to innovate as the industry-leading golf bag brand introduces the Royal Troon for golfers seeking a fully-featured bag. The Royal Troon bag has an ergonomic integrated injection-moulded lift-assist handle for easy access, optimum bag height, fabric protector top and bottom rubber bands, Teflon coated fabric protection, UPF50+ rating, integrated raincover and our trademarked KLIC-LOK system.

There is a separate transparent pocket GPS compartment and an integrated waterproof raincover. The 14-way full length horizontal and vertical dividers with concave shaft inlets separate and organise the clubs providing shaft and grip longevity. The oversize putter tube will accommodate all the thicker putter grips. Eight generously proportioned pockets are accompanied with a slightly larger semi-umbrella sheath positioned at the front of the bag, offering quick and easy access.

Eagles & Birdies’ novel Laser Lamination Technology prolongs fabric life, pocket structure and bag styling. The thermoformed oversized insulated cooler pocket with two drainage holes has a generous capacity to store all your consumables. This feature-loaded bag weighs a mere 4.2 kilograms and the proprietary laser lamination water-repellent UV 40+ fabric comes in six stylish colour combinations.

RRP: $349.

Links 2.0 cart bag (3.7kg)

Eagles & Birdies’ unmatched commitment to product excellence has made its golf bag range the most preferred in golf for the past eight years. Combining a feature-laden bag with nine spacious pockets, optimum bag height, fabric protector rubber top and bottom bands, Teflon-coated fabric protection, UPF50+ rating, integrated raincover and our trademarked KLIC-LOK system gives the Links 2.0 new levels of convenience and performance.

Most notable is the revolutionary KLIC-LOK bag/buggy locking system that negates any lateral bag rotation. The oversize putter tube will accommodate today’s thicker putter grips. There is an integrated ergonomic rubber lift-assist handle at the front of the bag for quick and seamless access. Three side pockets, including two ‘stadium’-designed side pockets, possess unimpeded access with ample space. The customary 14-way full-length horizontal and vertical club dividers will organise and protect your clubs, also prolonging shaft and grip longevity.

Thoughtfully located at the front of the bag is a semi-umbrella sheath for easy and quick access. The spacious insulated cooler pocket with drainage holes will hold all of your food and drink requirements. Innovative accessories include: two magnetic ball markers, oversize zipper pullers, glove gripper with towel clip and an external mesh pocket. This season there are seven new vibrant colour choices including some ladies-specific colour combinations.

RRP: $299.

Golf Tour (4.5kg)

travel bag

This hybrid golf bag represents the next generation of travel/golf bag performance by which all other bags are compared and measured. The Golf Tour maximises all possible features that are needed in a travel/golf bag. The ergonomic handle positioning and high-quality wheel assembly make the bag lighter to transport. The long side pocket has two separate ventilated shoe compartments, a velour-lined valuables zippered pocket and a transparent business card compartment. The integrated hood has reinforced padding for the ultimate in clubhead protection with a combination locking mechanism.

The crush-resistant cylinder surrounds 14-way full-length horizontal and vertical club dividers along with an oversized putter tube, offering the maximum in shaft and grip protection. There is an oversize insulated cooler pocket with two drainage holes and on the outside an external mesh pocket to keep your scorecard and pencil conveniently located. There are also four internal storage pockets inside the security top hood.

Available colours: Black with Orange, Lime, Cobalt or Charcoal piping.

RRP: $299.

Clicgear M8

Clicgear has designed and patented the new ‘4 X Fold’ folding system that makes the Model 8 the only four-wheeled cart with folding front wheels. Features include:

• Adjustable tracking
• Footstep guard
• Dual front brakes
• V-Slide
• 12-inch airless rear wheels
• Ten-inch airless front wheels
• Scratch-resistant powder coating

And it folds to 15 x 27 x 17 inches.

RRP: $399.

Clicgear 3.5+ (8.0kg)

The new second generation Clicgear 3.5+ model delivers total performance with improvements in cosmetics, brake mechanism, the drink holder and storage net.

Clicgear has continued its brand philosophy to use only premium components in constructing this evolutionary buggy. There are more than 12 high-quality accessories that provide extra comfort and enjoyment. This unparalleled brand philosophy produces a precision engineered golf buggy. The oversize drink holder will accommodate larger drink bottles. The increased capacity of the storage net will allow for extra accessories, offering instant access. The three, 30-centimetre diameter oversize wheels provide unsurpassed lightness, stability and balance. The new and improved hand brake mechanism is quick and easy to use.

Available colours: Black, Charcoal/Black, Arctic/White, Arctic/Lime, Charcoal/Lime, Arctic/Orange, Charcoal/Yellow, Arctic/Pink, Grey/Black, Charcoal/Orange.

RRP: $349.

Rovic RV1S Swivel wheel buggy (8.0kg)

New for 2015, Rovic RV1S is the most compact and versatile three-wheel cart in the Rovic range. Easy to fold and slightly lighter than other carts, it makes for a great way to start walking when you play golf.

Along with a full-swivel front wheel, the cart features the solid aluminum and new plastic construction you would expect on a Clicgear cart. It’s very easy to drive and the patented folding design makes for an easy and straightforward fold. The RV1S can also fit a wide range of Clicgear accessories, making it a very user-friendly and yet still a lower-priced option. Standard handle-mounted brakes and full console make it easy to use. The upper and lower saddles along with the Clicgear Easy Clip bag straps can fit just about and stand or cart bag as well.

RRP: $299.

Rovic (7.0kg)

Many testers were impressed with the simplicity and ease to fold and unfold the Rovic buggy. The overwhelming opinion from testers was the mix of firmness and flexibility Rovic produced. The compact buggy folds down to a mere 61 x 31 x 31 centimetres, with the front wheel encapsulated under the frame. The 29cm rear wheels and the Rovic aerodynamics promote a silky smooth feel and roll. There are several ergonomic accessories, such as: umbrella mount and holder, umbrella attachment, large console with drink, tee and ball holders, conveniently positioned hand brake, internal and external score card attachments and a sand dispenser mechanism.

Available colours: Black/White, White/White, Blue/White, Red/White, Charcoal/Kiwi, Charcoal/Red, Black/Black and Charcoal/Black.

RRP: $279.

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