Golf Trolley Buying Guide

There is no doubt that carting your clubs round on a trolley instead of carrying them on your back saves muscle power for the far more important task of hitting shots.

Gone are the days of just the elderly golfer using a cart or buggy, many younger and mid aged players are now opting for the modern energy-saving option.

The following descriptions will explain the differences between trolleys, to help you find the best one to assist your game:

2 Wheel

Before the days of three wheeled trolleys, two wheel trolleys ruled the market. Still very stable, the two wheels offer a more manoeuvrable and traditional alternative to either three wheeled trolleys. Two wheel trolleys also tend to still have purely hard rubber tyres that may slightly damage a course. If you play on a flat course though, a two-wheel trolley will use less battery on an electric trolley and can cost a lot less than their three-wheeled associate.

3 Wheel

Some manual trolleys and nearly all electric trolleys are now sold as three wheelers. They are easy to use and more stable than the older two wheel alternatives. The trolley is grounded by wheels only, unlike the two wheeled ones, meaning you can walk next to it and it travels like all our drives do, straight and true! Three wheel modern trolleys also now include air filled tyres that are very course-friendly.

Aluminium

The great benefit of aluminium is its extremely lightweight construction. The trolley will seem very light and will glide round the course. The only slight drawback is the soft finish of the metal that means it may dent easily.

Steel

Heavier than the other two options, steel is a strong and solid performing metal on a trolley. Very durable and will feel light if mounted well on stable wheels.

Titanium

No golf material section is complete without titanium. As concerns trolleys, the lightweight yet strong nature of the material makes it very suited to carrying clubs. Relatively new to the market, you may have to pay more than you would for steel or aluminium.

How much does it weigh?

You must consider that although it saves you carry a bag; you still have to lug it in and out of your car or a locker room. Also batteries can be quite heavy to push on a trolley if they run out.Can I control the speed?

How do I control the speed?

Not a problem with a push trolley. Some electric models just have a basic on/off function with a pre-set level of power. You may want to consider a progress speed controlled trolley that you can easily control. There are some remote controlled trolleys on the market that will allow you to send the trolley around the green while you walk over it, but at a healthy price!

How easy is it to assemble?

Most trolleys are either fold-up or three-piece detachable designs. Either way you should test out how easy it is to assemble and break down. Some trolleys allow the wheels to be removed for easy storage.

Will it fit into my car?

Fairly elementary, but you do not want to choose a trolley that will struggle to fit into your car or locker? Most trolleys are designed with the idea that they will be stored in car boots, but it's still something to consider.How easy is it to maintain?How easy is your trolley to keep clean and in good order. Will you have to dismantle it to keep it clean? How easy is it to charge the battery and how often must it be done? How long will it last? These are all questions that should be considered.

Do I like the look of it?

There are so many trolleys available to you that you should be able to find the specifications of one you like in a style and look that is attractive to you. It must be suited to you and your taste. Make sure it is suitable to your height, so that you wont have to bend to operate it as that will do your back more harm that good.

How good is the battery?

Without the battery, your electric trolley will not go far. You should investigate to discover the battery life of your trolley and how many holes it should run for. It is also important to find out how long it takes to recharge (this can vary from 2 hours to 10 hours) and decide whether you may need to buy a spare battery. You should test the weight of the battery, they are fairly heavy and need to be lifted out of trolleys, car boots and lockers very often so finding one you can easily carry is important, especially if the trolley is for an older golfer (the best electric trolley will have handles on the battery).