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Golf Trolley Buying Guide

There is no doubt that carting your clubs round on a trolley instead of carrying them on your back saves energy 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 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 give your game a lift:

Types of Trolley 

Manual Pull and Push Trolleys

The lighter and less expensive alternative to the electric trolley is the manually operated push or pull trolley. A 2-wheel manual trolley is designed to be pulled behind you whereas the more stable 3-wheel trolley is usually pushed. If you play on a flat course, the balance point of a two-wheel trolley will make it easy to pull along and it can cost less than a 3-wheeled push trolley. 

The 3-wheel push trolley is more common these days and they are much lighter to move and more stable than the old 2-wheel pull trolleys. Most come with more accessories including brakes to slow the trolley down or hold it still while you play your shot. 

Some 3-wheel modern trolleys have larger wheels and smooth bearings that glide over the grass with air filled tyres that are very course-friendly. There are also some 4-wheel push trolleys which are even more stable. 

A manual trolley is an inexpensive alternative to an electric buggy, or a hired trolley from your pro shop, as it can last for many years and there is no additional cost for battery charging.

Electric Trolleys 

The saving grace to many player's game is the electric trolley. Now used by all ages of player it provides the energy saving, easy way to electronically transport your clubs around the course. 

When considering an electric trolley you should look into the battery power, as batteries will cover either 1 or 2 rounds. Check how long the battery lasts on a single charge, what the lifespan is and how quickly can it be re-charged. 

The price of an electric trolley is usually more than most push trolleys, but in the long run it will be a good investment as it will allow you to concentrate on your game and not your back. 

Given the onboard battery, some electric trolleys also have a lot of bells and whistles on the display screen, some of which are useful and some less so. Battery indicators, time and power level are all good. Distance measuring and pedometers less so, as they only work if you go in a straight line to your ball which is highly unlikely and they only tell you the distance you have gone and not what you have left. 

Most electric trolley manufacturers now also supply matching golf bags for their trolleys which can be good value if bought together, as well as fitting the trolley more securely than bags from other brands.

For more information on Trolley materials and questions to consider before buying please click here. 



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