Have you ever been a part of #PushCartMafia? I have been a card-carrying member for years as I generally find that walking the golf course leads to a more enjoyable experience. This season it all changed, and not because I started riding for most of my rounds. No, 2021 was when my walking rounds became even more luxurious as I was lucky enough to spend the summer with the MotoCaddy M7, a remote-controlled electric caddy.
That’s right, a remote-controlled electric caddy. Now, electric carts aren’t anything particularly new in the golf space, but in my own experiences, they have been somewhat of a rare find in the wild. Honestly, every time I happened to spot someone using one, I immediately recognized the coolness factor it possessed. It was just one of those products that I genuinely did not think would end up as part of my golf setup. Well, after a few months of putting one in play, the big question is whether it lived up to the expectations I had built up in my head. But before going down that road, let’s take a few minutes to look at what the M7 has to offer.
MotoCaddy has three different models for electric caddies, the M1, M5, and M7. THP reviewed the M5 model earlier this year, which loses out on the remote control but gains a built-in GPS. Those interested in reading up on the M5 can do so here. What the M7 does have to offer, as mentioned above, is a remote control, meaning golfers can have total control over the movement of the cart from a greater distance away. It comes with nine different speed settings, automatic downhill control, and a Lithium Battery with an IP66 rating, meaning you don’t need to panic if you happen to get caught playing in a rainstorm. While it does not have an onboard GPS, an anti-glare screen displays the active speed setting and battery levels for both the cart and remote.
Out on the course, there was a little bit of a learning curve to using the remote control, but for me, that adjustment didn’t take long. Upon reaching a certain comfort level with the M7, I would routinely have the cart anywhere from 15-30 yards ahead of me, allowing it to get to my ball before I would. Some course layouts would even allow me to drive the cart over to the next tee box while I was on the green waiting for my group to finish. If there were an area I was worried about with the M7, it would be with the stability. Thankfully, the anti-tip rear wheel works as advertised, as it activates when going up hills to offer more support and keeps the M7 upright. One thing is for sure, using this electric caddie provided an improved walk around the course. While pushing a cart around might not be overly strenuous, having the cart motor around the course while I could walk freely at my own pace led to some more refreshing rounds.
As you see, my experience with the MotoCaddy M7 has been a positive one. But, you don’t need to take my word for how enjoyable this unit is, as multiple THP forum members also put the M7 to the test over the summer. Feel free to read all of the updates and add to the ongoing conversations surrounding this remote-controlled electric caddy here. There you will find all sorts of discussions on general use, battery life, portability, the difference between using a remote and manual mode, and which bags work best. I’ll give you a hint on that one, and it’s a MotoCaddy bag, thanks to the EASILOCK system.
Those interested in upgrading to a MotoCaddy Electric Caddy should head over to BudgetGolf.com, where you can purchase all three of the options MotoCaddy offers. Before doing so, make sure you check out the right hand side of this page for a coupon code that will save you 15%. Since the M7 comes with a price tag of $1,499, that coupon code will help rack up the savings.
Do folks typically move the wheels into the free rolling setting when putting the motocaddy into the car trunk? Trying to work our the best way to do that after my first two trips with it.
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Do folks typically move the wheels into the free rolling setting when putting the motocaddy into the car trunk? Trying to work our the best way to do that after my first two trips with it.
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I just unplug the battery and fold it up. Fits right into the truck bed for me and rolls with no issues.
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Do folks typically move the wheels into the free rolling setting when putting the motocaddy into the car trunk? Trying to work our the best way to do that after my first two trips with it.
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I reverse the wheels, just to make the whole thing narrower in the trunk.
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I just unplug the battery and fold it up. Fits right into the truck bed for me and rolls with no issues.
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I miss having my bigger car…. silly sedan…
Just got the shipping notification!!! It should be here Friday before my tournament! Only one or two more carry rounds are in my future!
One. More. Day….
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One. More. Day….
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Did you name it yet?
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 10757427, member: 3″]
Did you name it yet?
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Gotta see it first :LOL:
M7 is still being pondered. M5 gps comes with a free bag though. And then the m7gps coming too. Assuming the m7 gps will be remote where the m5gps isnt?
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Assuming the m7 gps will be remote where the m5gps isnt?
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That’s correct I believe!
GPS is cool and all but you could order the M7 now….M7 GPS will be a wait
[QUOTE=”Muchmore18, post: 10758468, member: 56094″]
That’s correct I believe!
GPS is cool and all but you could order the M7 now….M7 GPS will be a wait
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That’s what I’m thinking. I have a V3 so don’t really need gps on my cart…
Although looks like it’s still a month out for an M7
[QUOTE=”Someonescoat, post: 10758836, member: 67738″]
That’s what I’m thinking. I have a V3 so don’t really need gps on my cart…
Although looks like it’s still a month out for an M7
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Psst…Budget still has one in stock
I have the Non Gps version and its Awesome.
I have walked all but 2 rounds this year.
Even if I could upgrade to the GPS I wouldn’t bother. I use either Arccos or the USGA app for shot tracking and distances.
I find I play better and feel much less rushed walking.
The wheelie bar works really well. I have managed to dump it but there was a gopher hole that caught a wheel but the cart managed to come thru with just a minor scratch.
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Even if I could upgrade to the GPS I wouldn’t bother
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This is how I felt. My Garmin watch and my rangefinder do exactly what I need them to do in that regard. I just want to walk and control with a remote ?
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Did you name it yet?
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Yeah, I might need to name mine…
Quick battery update:
It looks like JB had them charged full for the experience two weeks ago now. I walked 5 holes on Sunday, 18 holes Monday, and 11 holes tonight. The battery has maybe 1/3 left still in it. I’m confident this could easily do 36 on one charge.
It’s hot here so I’ve yet to challenge one of the hilly courses we get in the Ohio River valley. But since I’ve stayed on a flat course around the corner, I did challenge this drainage ditch this evening. It used the wheelie bar but had no issues getting through. (Pay no mind to that chunky five iron approach ?)
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One last comment from this evening, with the scorecard holder attached I’ve had to switch out how I laid my trunk. I used to lift the push cart into the trunk first and push it to the back. Then I would lay the bag across the back of the trunk to take advantage of the space behind the wheels. In my sedan it’s a bit of a challenge to push the motocaddy deep into the trunk with the scorecard holder so I’m going with the the bag diagonal and motocaddy in last. Not a big deal, but thought you all might like to know if you have a trunk on the smaller side.
And by the way, was four over through 11 holes tonight. I could just be on a heater, but it could be a trend….
It’s out for delivery…I’ve been all in on this thread since it was started last year. I’m going to finally have one ?
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It’s out for delivery…I’ve been all in on this thread since it was started last year. I’m going to finally have one ?
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Happy for you dude.
It’s about time!
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It’s out for delivery…I’ve been all in on this thread since it was started last year. I’m going to finally have one ?
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HELLS YEAH
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 10759426, member: 62865″]
Yeah, I might need to name mine…
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Mine is named Sprocket
[QUOTE=”captaincaution, post: 10761788, member: 20606″]
Mine is named Sprocket
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solid, wish I had come up with that…
[QUOTE=”Someonescoat, post: 10761818, member: 67738″]
Order placed.
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Order placed.
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Looking forward to your thoughts.
wait. We should be naming these things?
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wait. We should be naming these things?
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Tee time is set for this afternoon. The M7 will get a workout and plenty of pics incoming later with more thoughts. There are a few spots on my home course that I’m eager to see if it handles the incline
It’s here ?
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It’s here ?
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Nice! Inbox it and name it before we get to name it for you. The correct answer is Aneem.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 10762091, member: 3″]
The correct answer is Aneem
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That isn’t the worst :LOL:
And I have to wait to unbox it until after work. Sad face
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wait. We should be naming these things?
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yup. Mine is Johnny 5
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Order placed.
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[QUOTE=”Muchmore18, post: 10762097, member: 56094″]
That isn’t the worst :LOL:
And I have to wait to unbox it until after work. Sad face
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True Story. mine was named Phil. Not because of anything it did though. My previous electric caddie (a different brand) pulled to the left a bit, so we called it a lefty. Then Lefty became Phil. Then I changed brands, got a better cart, it stopped pulling, but its still Phil.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 10762126, member: 3″]
True Story. mine was named Phil. Not because of anything it did though. My previous electric caddie (a different brand) pulled to the left a bit, so we called it a lefty. Then Lefty became Phil. Then I changed brands, got a better cart, it stopped pulling, but its still Phil.
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First, I love that.
Second, so you’re saying I need to let the name happen organically and I can’t force one on it? Cool :LOL:
There may be a name fermenting in my mind
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Nice! Inbox it and name it before we get to name it for you. The correct answer is Aneem.
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I now have to come up with a name. I’m thinking “Big Send” bc I love to just send it
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I now have to come up with a name. I’m thinking “Big Send” bc I love to just send it
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S&S.
Sauce it and Send it.
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 10762140, member: 62865″]
There may be a name fermenting in my mind
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Shaggy? Scrappy?
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S&S.
Sauce it and Send it.
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Maybe
SOS?? In case it runs wild on me
You have to name it in order to absolve yourself of all the dumb things it does.
Part of me wants to let my daughter name it, part of me is scared it will end up the the name “Sparkly Fast Nine Glitter Unicorn”
[QUOTE=”echico, post: 10762156, member: 6774″]
Shaggy? Scrappy?
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I might just name it Scooby. Which I know doesn’t work well for the forum but in person would work much better. That’s a solid idea.
I’m going to let it marinate a bit and see if something comes to me during the round today
looking for a small accessories bag to attach. Motocaddy does not have one. Anybody found another company bag that would work?
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Now that right there looks fun.
Send it
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Seeing this my first thought was that poor guy in the cart…
[QUOTE=”ddec, post: 10762106, member: 782″]
yup. Mine is Johnny 5
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That was the name I was going to use for mine! I need to buy one first though. Getting closer and closer each day…