MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review

It’s been way too long since I got my hands on a golf bag to review. The last time I had was towards the back end of 2022 with Sun Mountain’s Two5 Plus carry bag, which I awarded 4.5 stars.

Is there any such thing as the perfect golf bag? Surely there’s a reason why golfers’ garages are always full of these contraptions; you can never win with them.

I’ve never tested one of this brand’s golf bags, so this was a bit of a first for me in that department. But there’s no pulling the wool over my eyes; I’ve been around long enough to know what makes a good golf bag.

Anyway, less of the small talk and more of the detail, as I unveil the MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review…

MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review: NCG Summary

NCG Summary

A quietly confident pencil bag that offers great bang for your buck. Its ultra-lightweight build and discrete nature make it a great option for an easy round during the Spring and could even be used as a dedicated driving range bag.

PROS

• Ultra-lightweight build
• Offers value for money
• Sleek zebra-pattern design
• Ample storage options

CONS

• A towel clip and full-leg stand would make it even better

MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review

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MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review: First Impressions

The first thing that I noticed about this bag after getting hold of it in the office was the name: ‘Flip’ stand bag. What is this sorcery? Then I picked up the bag and saw the meaning of it. A mini stand. Neat.

For the remaining two hours of the day, it sat next to me on the floor, and I couldn’t stop staring at it. “A flip bag?” I kept asking myself.

It was like a scene out of a movie, where the main character gets gifted a dog to care for after its owner dies, and they keep staring at each other in such a peculiar manner. The scene was priceless.

Well, one thing’s for sure, it really is ultra-lightweight, and MacGregor waste no time in boasting that on the product information, in trademark pencil bag fashion.

I got the bag in black/royal, which looks smashing. Look at the zebra pattern on the right-hand side of it!

The pockets are carefully thought out, with a total of four designs, including a full-size apparel pocket, furlined valuable pocket, accessory pocket and mesh drink pouch. Personally, I prefer mesh drink holders over that of the same material as the bag itself; drinks come in all different-sized containers, so it’s stretchy enough to house the widest of bottles. You could probably fit two drinks in here if you play your cards right!

You’ll notice quickly that the carry handle is strong, unlike some other bags’ offerings which look more rejected from retailers. Their defence is the bags shouldn’t really be carried using this strap, but for short distances, it’s an important feature to get right.

What can be frustrating about the stand though is when you flip it down, you’ll have to wiggle it back into place as it can hang over the edge of the bag,

MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review: On the course

Testing the bag was a real pleasure; the weather was kind, the turf was rock solid and the snacks were tremendous.

There wasn’t a drop of rain in sight, but the bag does have a waterproof belly and matching rainhood included, so there’s at least some protection from showers here.

MacGregor have opted for the traditional four-way top to slide your clubs into. Be warned: I only gamed seven clubs when I tested the bag, and getting them in was a tight squeeze at times, so if you’re all about maximising your capacity then I’d opt for a slightly bigger carry bag, such as the Big Max Seven Heaven or Titleist Players 5 StaDry, which have both been reviewed favourably by my colleagues.

There’s nowhere to clip a towel to on the outside of the bag, but thankfully the full-length apparel pocket is more spacious than it appears. I fit my towel, a midlayer and a bunch of snacks in here with no difficulty zipping it up. Still, a clip should be a golf bag staple, in my opinion.

MacGregor were right about the strap. It almost feels like you’re not carrying a thing if you don’t overload the bag, like I did. The padding really is on point here.

In conclusion, the Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag proved to be a decent companion for an easy round during late Spring. It’s well-equipped enough to house up to seven clubs and has ample storage for all your nefarious golfing needs. The price is fair at £79 too. I’d even consider using this as a dedicated driving range bag.

But if you’re not a fan of bending down before every shot, opt for a bag which has a traditional leg stand system. The flip stand is interesting, but personally, I’d go for the former.

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MacGregor Mac 4.0 6.5″ flip stand bag review: The Details

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RRP: £79.99

Colours: Black/Royal, Black, Navy

More information: MacGregor website

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