Vessel Player 2.0 Stand Bag

[coreyhr]

I received my 6-way on Friday. I'm coming from a Srixon Z Four stand bag previously. To answer the question I previously had about full dividers on the 6 way, that amount is 3. They are the 3 main horizontal dividers. I will say that the openings on the 6 way aren't as large as the pictures make them appear online. I have tested pulling and putting clubs back in but haven't used it in a round yet. Club binding and removing clubs seems like it might be a small issue, but no worse than any other stand bag I've had. I use mid size grips on my irons, so this exaggerates the issue. I've just conceded at this point that I'll have to buy a big, bulky cart bag if I ever want to totally eliminate binding.

 

As far as looks go, you'd be hard pressed to find a better looking bag. It looks incredible. I went with the all white version. There are just enough black accents to break up all of the white. It looks better in person to me than it does online.

 

I will echo what others have said about the stand, it's awful. It takes excessive downward pressure to get the stand to engage. Overall, I'm not blown away by the bag. But I also think I'll be happy with it. I primarily ride, but haven't ever found a cart bag that I like the look of. Plus I do need a stand from time to time. I will update my feelings once I've got a round or two in with this bag.

[mlesser]

I just got my 14 way yesterday and here are some just thoughts from this years bag and last years, as well as just the goods and bads.

 

- I use midsized grips and they move in and out with no issue. Use the 2G Tour wrap, just as a FYI

 

- I honestly liked the color scheme more last year with the white zippers, white zipper tags and the white vessel stitching.

 

- However, there is no better looking bag on the market. It is just so smooth looking, even though last years model was better color wise.

 

- Love the removable straps and main reason why I bought it as I use this more as a cart bag. I use the straps when walking to the range, but love that I can remove it in the cart and pretty much make it a light cart bag. However, for what you are charged you should get a choice of the strap you want. It is kind of bogus that you have to pay extra for single strap. I actually used carabiner clips in the 2018 model, to remove the straps.

 

- Would purchase again, but they have room for improvement and honestly I would probably save the money and buy the older model.

 

- THE BAD....... Why can't they get the legs right? The first say 10 times I picked up the bag the legs would contract back into place. But, after about 10 times those dang legs won't snap back into place and stick out and your legs will bump into theirs. I mean come on...... If I walked all the time, I wouldn't purchase the bag, but because I rarely do and when I do I usually have a caddie it isn't a big deal to me. But, this is a MAJOR flaw with this bag.

[mcgem]

That’s a great looking bag, thank you for the review. Do you feel that the leg mechanism will loosen up and work better with time and use? Why did you put your woods in the row that is at the bottom of the top when the stand is in use? Are they still easy to pull in this configuration or do the irons and gravity cause some issues? Thanks again for the info and congrats on the new bag!

 

I just got my 14 way yesterday and here are some just thoughts from this years bag and last years, as well as just the goods and bads.

 

- I use midsized grips and they move in and out with no issue. Use the 2G Tour wrap, just as a FYI

 

- I honestly liked the color scheme more last year with the white zippers, white zipper tags and the white vessel stitching.

 

- However, there is no better looking bag on the market. It is just so smooth looking, even though last years model was better color wise.

 

- Love the removable straps and main reason why I bought it as I use this more as a cart bag. I use the straps when walking to the range, but love that I can remove it in the cart and pretty much make it a light cart bag. However, for what you are charged you should get a choice of the strap you want. It is kind of bogus that you have to pay extra for single strap. I actually used carabiner clips in the 2018 model, to remove the straps.

 

- Would purchase again, but they have room for improvement and honestly I would probably save the money and buy the older model.

 

- THE BAD....... Why can't they get the legs right? The first say 10 times I picked up the bag the legs would contract back into place. But, after about 10 times those dang legs won't snap back into place and stick out and your legs will bump into theirs. I mean come on...... If I walked all the time, I wouldn't purchase the bag, but because I rarely do and when I do I usually have a caddie it isn't a big deal to me. But, this is a MAJOR flaw with this bag.

[mlesser]

That's a great looking bag, thank you for the review. Do you feel that the leg mechanism will loosen up and work better with time and use? Why did you put your woods in the row that is at the bottom of the top when the stand is in use? Are they still easy to pull in this configuration or do the irons and gravity cause some issues? Thanks again for the info and congrats on the new bag!

 

I just got my 14 way yesterday and here are some just thoughts from this years bag and last years, as well as just the goods and bads.

 

- I use midsized grips and they move in and out with no issue. Use the 2G Tour wrap, just as a FYI

 

- I honestly liked the color scheme more last year with the white zippers, white zipper tags and the white vessel stitching.

 

- However, there is no better looking bag on the market. It is just so smooth looking, even though last years model was better color wise.

 

- Love the removable straps and main reason why I bought it as I use this more as a cart bag. I use the straps when walking to the range, but love that I can remove it in the cart and pretty much make it a light cart bag. However, for what you are charged you should get a choice of the strap you want. It is kind of bogus that you have to pay extra for single strap. I actually used carabiner clips in the 2018 model, to remove the straps.

 

- Would purchase again, but they have room for improvement and honestly I would probably save the money and buy the older model.

 

- THE BAD....... Why can't they get the legs right? The first say 10 times I picked up the bag the legs would contract back into place. But, after about 10 times those dang legs won't snap back into place and stick out and your legs will bump into theirs. I mean come on...... If I walked all the time, I wouldn't purchase the bag, but because I rarely do and when I do I usually have a caddie it isn't a big deal to me. But, this is a MAJOR flaw with this bag.

 

The problem isn't the legs coming out, it is them retracting back in. The dang things stick out from time to time. To answer the other question, I use them more in a cart so I have them like that. If I am walking say at like a walking only course, I will flip them around.

 

Mica

[asm11]

Great looking, thanks for the pics.

 

I’m still anxiously awaiting my 14 way that I ordered 3-4 week ago. Getting frustrated at the lack of communication. I haven’t received anything about a delay, etc. I’ve reached out directly so hopefully I’ll hear back, and more importantly get the bag, soon.

[aspiringpar]

thanks for all of the pics and reviews. can someone also upload the stand issue. I've messaged vessel on instagram about the stand not retracting properly and they told me they addressed it in version 2.0. I walk a lot of courses and i'd hate to buy this bag if it's not good for walking.

 

much appreciated

[mcasella08]

Does anyone know if the 14 way really has full length dividers?

[pat_kato]

 

Got mine last week. Love it.

 

Does anyone know if the 14 way really has full length dividers?

 

If you're asking if they go all the way to the bottom, they do not.

[aspiringpar]

 

Got mine last week. Love it.

 

Does anyone know if the 14 way really has full length dividers?

 

If you're asking if they go all the way to the bottom, they do not.

 

Are you having any issues with the legs not retracting when you walk the course?

[pat_kato]

 

Got mine last week. Love it.

 

Does anyone know if the 14 way really has full length dividers?

 

If you're asking if they go all the way to the bottom, they do not.

 

Are you having any issues with the legs not retracting when you walk the course?

 

Not so far.

[melly9]

The legs on my 2.0 worked for about 1 round of walking. Now, like others, they don’t full retract when it’s on my back. Stick out probably 2-4 inches from the bag. Looks hideous. Bad enough that I do not use the bag anymore after a couple rounds.

 

Just assumed they fixed the stand issue with the 2.0 now I wish I would have waited.

[be0972]

I finally received my white Vessel Player 2.0 Stand Bag. I have to agree with what everyone else has said regarding the quality. The quality and craftsmanship is fantastic. I haven’t had the chance to get it out on the course yet due to the incessant rain. I am cautiously optimistic on how the legs will perform. Initially they seem fine, but time will tell. I'm hoping I'll get to play next week.

 

Here are some pros/cons after initial impressions:

 

Pro:

• Attention to details
  
• Materials
  
• Overall design
  
• Number of pockets & location, the elastic mesh pocket inside the large right side pocket is a great idea
  
• Strap system
  
• The 14-way divider is well thought out (I actually have 15 clubs and alignment sticks in the bag with no issue)
  

Cons:

• While I like the top, the dividers don’t appear to go all the way down, and the outer dividers are not attached to anything, they are basically a flap between the clubs. I can actually see my driver grip through the putter pocket at the top of the bag
  
• Too many logo’s cluttering the bag (shoe pocket (2), magnetic pocket, bag bottom, strap, bag handle. This was one of the things that attracted me to the bag to begin with, the lack of branding.
  
• The valuables pocket (not the internal locking one) is too small to get your hand in and out of easily, one more inch longer would be helpful.
  
• Weight is 7 pounds, compared to my Sun Mountain 4.5 at 5.5 pounds, we'll see if I even notice
  
• I would have liked to have seen the zippers and pulls stay white for a cleaner look. I can only assume the reason they aren’t doing that on this one is because when they got dirty they were too difficult to clean.
  

[mlesser]

I finally received my white Vessel Player 2.0 Stand Bag. I have to agree with what everyone else has said regarding the quality. The quality and craftsmanship is fantastic. I haven’t had the chance to get it out on the course yet due to the incessant rain. I am cautiously optimistic on how the legs will perform. Initially they seem fine, but time will tell. I'm hoping I'll get to play next week.

 

Here are some pros/cons after initial impressions:

 

Pro:

• Attention to details
  
• Materials
  
• Overall design
  
• Number of pockets & location, the elastic mesh pocket inside the large right side pocket is a great idea
  
• Strap system
  
• The 14-way divider is well thought out (I actually have 15 clubs and alignment sticks in the bag with no issue)
  

Cons:

• While I like the top, the dividers don’t appear to go all the way down, and the outer dividers are not attached to anything, they are basically a flap between the clubs. I can actually see my driver grip through the putter pocket at the top of the bag
  
• Too many logo’s cluttering the bag (shoe pocket (2), magnetic pocket, bag bottom, strap, bag handle. This was one of the things that attracted me to the bag to begin with, the lack of branding.
  
• The valuables pocket (not the internal locking one) is too small to get your hand in and out of easily, one more inch longer would be helpful.
  
• Weight is 7 pounds, compared to my Sun Mountain 4.5 at 5.5 pounds, we'll see if I even notice
  
• I would have liked to have seen the zippers and pulls stay white for a cleaner look. I can only assume the reason they aren’t doing that on this one is because when they got dirty they were too difficult to clean.
  

 

 

Well said, the branding was much better last year, meaning there was less.

 

Those legs are just horrible, again I would NEVER use this as a walking bag. I use it truly as a lightweight cart bag. You would think for a premium bag they would figure that out.

[MKPAPA]

I should receive my 14-way by the end of next week. Sucks to hear about the leg's not being great for walking. Guess i'll use my current bag for no-cart rounds

[Dubv23]

> @MKPAPA said:

> I should receive my 14-way by the end of next week. Sucks to hear about the leg's not being great for walking. Guess i'll use my current bag for no-cart rounds

 

I don't know how long it takes for the leg issue to creep up but I'm three carry rounds in and the legs snap back into place perfectly.

[MKPAPA]

> @Dubv23 said:

> > @MKPAPA said:

> > I should receive my 14-way by the end of next week. Sucks to hear about the leg's not being great for walking. Guess i'll use my current bag for no-cart rounds

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> I don't know how long it takes for the leg issue to creep up but I'm three carry rounds in and the legs snap back into place perfectly.

 

WHATUPMYGUY! Yaa, hopefully it doesn't happen to yours or anyone else's. These bags look way to primo to have any mechanical issues. It'd be funny if @TinkerGolfMan's does

[Dubv23]

I haven't seen an issue like this but 3 weeks after ownership I am having wear spots in the fabric. Mostly around the area that runs along my back while carrying and another small spot near the towel loop. I have already contacted customer service but want to share since it's my first time seeing something like this.

 

 

[jah7838]

> @Dubv23 said:

> I haven't seen an issue like this but 3 weeks after ownership I am having wear spots in the fabric. Mostly around the area that runs along my back while carrying and another small spot near the towel loop. I have already contacted customer service but want to share since it's my first time seeing something like this.

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That's disappointing to see. Really like how this bag looks, but I don't know if I want to have to worry about a bag wearing that way after a few weeks of ownership.

[FOOTJOY16]

I am sure glad you all posted reviews of this bag. I was set to purchase one but wanted more reviews. I walk every round and sagging legs that don't retract are unacceptable for my needs. I had assumed a bag of this quality and price would function properly, all the time. Thanks to everyone for posting their comments.. I'll keep looking for a new bag.

[Steelhead]

I went ahead and bought the Vessel Players 2.0 Stand Bag, despite the findings here. Sold my beloved Jones Trouper. Loaded up the Vessel today. Looks good and do wonder how it's going to hold up when I bang it around my trunk and rattle it around all the Golf carts here. The Jones Trouper is bulletproof and holds it's goodlooks regardless of my treatment. I can only hope my habits are easier on this bag than other people have experienced. I do like that when I purchased the bag, Vessel donates a backpack to a needy child. Hmmm, does that mean they will rip the backpack off the child if I return it?

 

[stabbinatit]

Any further thoughts good or bad? I’m considering the Player 2.0 and the Jones Utility Trouper.

[DMAIC]

I knew about some wearing on the fabric but glad I checked this thread because that leg issue needs to be fixed for the price the bag sells for.

[Kpt37]

So all of you who have had leg issues, it looks like this bag has a tensioner on the legs similar to Titleist bags, have you tried adjusting that?

[Kpt37]

 

The red circled piece above, if you move it up further towards the top on Titleist bags, increases the tension on the legs so they don’t droop.

 

I just want to know if anyone’s tried that because I’m seriously considering this bag

[Big Ben]

This bag is very sharp but I’m not happy to see those wear marks. That would drive me up a wall! Those look like cart strap wear marks. BB

[Steelhead]

> @stabbinatit said:

> Any further thoughts good or bad? I’m considering the Player 2.0 and the Jones Utility Trouper.

30 + rounds on carts and no wear signs like above. I’m not too gentle putting our bags in and out of the trunk. It does get a bit dirty but can be washed up. This is one of those weird things, the quality and looks are nice! But I’m just not wild about it. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ ... meh.

 

[BigD]

I had wear marks in several places as well. I had a couple of the Version 1.0 bags that didn’t have that issue.

[luke1333]

Man I just bought a sun mountain but that Lux Cart 2.0 in white leather looks sick!!!

[raheelc]

Could someone confirm if the 14-way version actually has 14 full length dividers? If not, how many full length dividers does it have?

[rbilramz]

I’ve had my white w/ black since April and it’s almost always in my trunk. I have to say, whatever material they use for the white is amazing. It still looks great. I haven’t had the droopy-leg problem, but I either push-cart or cart most rounds. I do use the range a lot, but that doesn’t create much up and down.

I’ve been thrilled with the bag and expect my next one to be another of these or Stitch.