Walkers/Carriers - Sun Mountain 3.5

[Phireside]

For those that exclusively walk (cart or carry), is anyone using the SM 3.5 and what are you thoughts? Would you buy it again? did you upgrade the straps?

[snagy2000]

I made the switch last year into the 3.5 LS after using the SM 2.5 for their first 2 generations. Main reason was the straps are better, you don't need to upgrade them. As far as using them on push carts, works great although it seems to move around more on my Clicgear 3.5+ than it does on my Caddytek. This is due to the Clicgear strap design and not a bag issue. 

[Phireside]

3 hours ago, snagy2000 said:

I made the switch last year into the 3.5 LS after using the SM 2.5 for their first 2 generations. Main reason was the straps are better, you don't need to upgrade them. As far as using them on push carts, works great although it seems to move around more on my Clicgear 3.5+ than it does on my Caddytek. This is due to the Clicgear strap design and not a bag issue. 

 So you're happy with the switch? Notice much difference in weight or bulk when carrying?

[snagy2000]

1 hour ago, Phireside said:

 So you're happy with the switch? Notice much difference in weight or bulk when carrying?

Happy, yes. Weight, not one bit. Just better pocket space to keep the little items I do carry. The straps on the 3.5 are a lot better than the 2.5, easier to get on and off. 

Edited September 9, 2020 by snagy2000

[Gohigh]

Love SM bags, Ive owned my fair share of different models. Durability is not their strong suit, but cant beat the combination of weight and space. I still feel like there are better bags with better pockets to keep everything neat and organized (PING just does it right when it comes to useful pockets), but for what you get (full size bag level compartments) in a super light package, its a winner.

[Buzzkill]

12 minutes ago, snagy2000 said:

Happy, yes. Weight, not one bit. Just better pocket space to keep the little items I do carry. The straps on the 3.5 are a lot better than the 2.5, easier to get on and off. 

 

1 minute ago, Gohigh said:

Love SM bags, Ive owned my fair share of different models. Durability is not their strong suit, but cant beat the combination of weight and space. I still feel like there are better bags with better pockets to keep everything neat and organized (PING just does it right when it comes to useful pockets), but for what you get (full size bag level compartments) in a super light package, its a winner.

 

I have a 3.5LS and agree with comments above.  Straps are just fine, plenty of storage for my needs, lightweight but comes at price for durability although my bag gets used 2 hours daily, 300 rounds yearly.

[Phireside]

Thanks for the responses. Wonder what the 2021's will look like. I don't think there was much difference from 2019 to 2020

[snagy2000]

2021 eta early October. I've searched for a catalog, no luck yet. 

[RainShadow]

I had a 3.5 and I felt it didn’t last, couple of pockets tore after about two years or so.