2011 Ogio Grom v. 2011 Sun Mountain Four 5

[grantc]

I've done the research, now looking for any additional advice.

I started off thinking I was going to get a cart bag for 2011, but I've recently resolved to walk the course whenever possible. I have a push cart, but at age 25 I feel like a loser pushing a cart when I can just walk with a stand bag (I'm not judging anybody who uses a push/pullcart, I guess I'm just overly self-concious). I've done all the research and have narrowed it down to the 2011 Ogio Grom and 2011 Four 5 (primarily for their 14 way dividers) but the information has been a bit limited on the new Ogio Grom as it's so new. The Grom interests me because I have an older model and like it but I've also read rave reviews about the Four 5 and understand they've made some positive changes on the newest model. I'm looking for anybody who has directly compared the two and can provide any insights. Any analysis would be appreciated!

[ItsMeKO3]

I've never looked into the Grom but I was on the edge between the SM Four 5 and the TM Supreme Hybrid bag. I knew I wanted a stand bag because I do walk about half the time I play, and both have 14 way dividers which I wanted. I ended up with the TM bag because I came across a deal I couldn't pass up, and also I'm a TM guy. I haven't been able to use it yet because of that crazy white stuff on the ground, but so far I do like the looks and features of the bag.

[db130]

The Ogio is a nice piece of luggage, the Sun Mountain is a nice golf bag.

[generalpatton]

I had the 2011 Four 5 with the new bottom and sold it to get the 2011 Grom. I posted some comments and pics of the new Grom a few weeks ago [url="http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/430373-2011-ogio-grom-with-14-way-top/"]2K11 Ogio Grom w/ 14 way top[/url]

No question the Grom is a much better built bag - it's a tank, just like they've always been. If I were walking and carrying the majority of the time I think I'd go with the Sun Mountain though as it's a lighter bag and carries real well with good straps. I don't carry very often, the majority of the time I use a push cart with a few riding rounds thrown in here and there so the Grom was a better choice for me - it's made better, has better features and sits on both types of carts better. Honestly I was kind of dissapointed with the Sun Mountain as I thought it was a little cheesy for the kind of dough they want for it but still if I were carrying and had to pick between the two it's the one I'd go with.

[nitram]

I've owned both brands and went with the Four.5. I walk & carry more than I ride so the straps and weight were the determining factors. The Four.5 has enough features for what I'm after and I'm very satisfied.

[ItsMeKO3]

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The Ogio is a nice piece of luggage, the Sun Mountain is a nice golf bag.
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Hahahah +1

[grantc]

Thanks for your thoughts everyone. Weight really isn't a factor for me as much as durability and quality of construction. I don't mind carrying some extra weight as long as I know the bag will last longer. How is the durability with the Four 5? My old Ogio Grom has held up incredibly well over the past two years (other than the leg stand, which I understand has been updated). Can I expect the Four 5 to hold up over time?