Sun Mountain Three 5 or Titleist X86

[J.D.]

Made a quick decision today. I've been waiting around for the new Sun Mountain Three 5's to get into my local Golftown Store. I stopped in today to check in as the SM Three 5 is what I was after. I was browsing around the bag area and found 5 Titleist X86 bags from the 2008 stock (I think). They were marked down to $70 Cdn and I made a quick decision. I know SM makes the Titleist bags and I know the X86 was virtually the same bag. I picked up the $70 Titleist bag in the Navy/Apple Green color. The other 4 were all just plain Navy bags. I like the pop that the green has on this bag.

 

Now I know the material used on the Titleist bags is different than the Three 5's. The texture is different. I think the X86 is marginally heavier too but judging by the two awful colored Three 5's left in the store from last year, and the material on the bags, I went with the Titleist. That cut me a $100 Cdn savings. I know based on the price I paid that I got a good deal and shouldn't even be concerned. However, I'm just looking for some re-assurance that I'm not going to regret going with the Titleist bag as opposed to the SM bag.

 

Any comments would be appreciated.

 

I've added a couple photos too just for fun.

[generalpatton]

I've always preferred the Titlest versions of the Sun Mountain bags because of the material - it's heavier and looks better. The nylon Sun Mountain has been moving towards the past few years reminds me of what they use on windbreakers. of thin and

[feedlotdoc]

My wife, daughter, and myself all use the X-86. I love mine. When this one wears out, I will probably get another. Good buy! Anytime you can save $100, it is worth it!!!

[drpino]

I use an x86 and love it. Also, in my experience, Titleist's customer service on their bags is top notch whereas I've heard some not-so-great stories about SM's CS.

[golfizfun]

X86 is he best walking bag you can get - found a brand new one on eBay for 75$ last summer - definately worth twice that

[Turbs]

I have both bags actually, I keep a yellow and black x86 out at the cabin and have my white/black/red Sun mountain at the club. Both bags are great carry bags and the difference is minimal at best. greta deal on the price!!!

[duke23]

i wish i could find that exact bag, as it would be a perfect fit to replace my broken team bag.(our school colors are blue and green)

[Joe081484]

[quote name='duke23' date='27 February 2010 - 10:13 PM' timestamp='1267326837' post='2282314']
i wish i could find that exact bag, as it would be a perfect fit to replace my broken team bag.(our school colors are blue and green)
[/quote]

The green is a little different on this one but they are on sale at tgw.com for 100

http://www.tgw.com/customer/category/viewzoomimg.jsp?img=/images/golf/products/bags/stand/titleist/12182/cfli-applenavywhite.jpg

[Tyler2106]

Nice bag! I keep going back and forth between the X86 and 3.5.

I really like that color scheme.

[J.D.]

Thanks for the comment. I'll update this thread now that it's been a year. This turned out to be one of the best deals I've come across. I played this bag all last season and it's honestly like new still. Played 48 rounds last season. Had a couple nasty rain storms I played through and no issues.

Legs are great, straps are comfy and I like it so much I picked up another one this year, old stock again, marked at $90. The new one is navy, now I can switch around when I feel the need. The apple green and navy is nice too, really happy with finding that bag last year. I'd recommend go Titleist to anyone.

[Oldboy]

I had the x86 bag for about 2 years then went to the ping 4under and am back to an x86 i luckily found on ebay.. I love this bag .. The 2010 and now the 2011 models are subtly different and inferior imo.. I was trolling ebay for awhile to find the x86.. perfect carry bag legs are perfect light enough and the pockets are ideal

[ghromas]

[quote name='zerofade' timestamp='1297716388' post='2977019']
I had the x86 bag for about 2 years then went to the ping 4under and am back to an x86 i luckily found on ebay.. I love this bag .. The 2010 and now the 2011 models are subtly different and inferior imo.. I was trolling ebay for awhile to find the x86.. perfect carry bag legs are perfect light enough and the pockets are ideal
[/quote]

how is the 2011 model different and inferior? not arguing, just trying to research this subject before my own purchase.

[Oldboy]

Its totally a personal thing with the zippers/pockets and the top cuff handle.. My opinion

I like the neoprene handle and the bigger valuables and accesory pocket of the x86

[filler83]

[quote name='zerofade' timestamp='1297717578' post='2977098']
Its totally a personal thing with the zippers/pockets and the top cuff handle.. My opinion

I like the neoprene handle and the bigger valuables and accesory pocket of the x86
[/quote]

But the 2011 model has the improve base which also allows for a better fit in carts, correct?