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.
it’s about to become prime season for you.
Sure is. The heat is still here but the humidity feels like it’s dropping away some. When those temps hit low 80’s as the high, it’s just around the corner, and I’m so ready for my course in prime temp and conditions
I think it’s so awesome to see how a device like this can really change ones perspective on walking vs riding.
I think it is very course dependent too. As well as time dependent. But I have loved my late afternoon walks with @GolferGal for 5-6 holes while the Motocaddy does the heavy lifting.
Night and day. Even a manual push cart feels like a lot of work in the scheme of things. Like yeah, it’s still great exercise and it’s not that bad. But also? Who doesn’t like walking in first class?
Oh it definitely is course dependant.
My dad was going to walk a course today. I told him he should have told me I would have let him use the m7 with the stipulation that he doesn’t fall in love and keep it. That seems to happen with a lot of things he "borrows"
I think my father still has a Chicago Classic putter he borrowed from me in 1993.
Why do you think I grabbed that XXIO driver from him so quickly back at club clash haha
Oh yeah, he has that too.
That’s why any friend is allowed to borrow the manual push cart, and not the electric. I know better than that.
My home course I wouldn’t have walked without it. Too many hills
And I know you like to play quickly lol so I’m assuming walking hasn’t created any pace of play issues if a lot of the other members are using carts?
Not for me, no. With that said people that say walking is as fast as riding either don’t know where the gas pedal is or struggle with telling time.
It can be if you have the riders that go to each others ball separately for shots and go through each routine instead of dropping off and being efficient. You know the ones
It can be sure. Just like it can be 12 hours with a walker. Slow golfers are slow golfers sadly haha
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The only conditions where I have to be really careful have been when the ground is wet. We have been having wonderful weather but the dew has been taking a while to dry out in the rough. On the hills, I’ve been walking with the cart instead of keeping it remote. If a wheel slips, it can be a disaster.
On a side note, first time I’ve walked 36 in the same day in a long time, I’m not as young as I once was.
That’s just flat out awesome
Speaking of backs, that cart was tearing my back up. I’ll keep walking for a good while unless I’m forced to ride.
Not going out on a limb here, but this is easily the best equipment upgrade I’ve encountered in the last 5 or so years.
He’s not lying. The words game changer get thrown around all willy nilly, but to be fair, this has been a true game changer for me.
it’s legit. It made walking rounds, which I already enjoyed, even more enjoyable. I felt a little more refreshed after playing, and let’s not forget, it made me look a hell of a lot cooler haha
Yes to the stand bag, no to the extra bag, and you can put a sand bottle in the large cup holder if you need to. I hope that helps a bit.
I used my own stand bag on it for a few rounds, but I would definitely recommend getting the motocaddy stand bag. That easy lock system is legit and makes it a better experience IMO.
besides the easy lock system, there wasn’t ever any glaring problems having a stand bag though right?
My only concern is the weight of the caddy. It is a honker, but as far as I can tell most comparable caddies are about the same. I’m a small 73 year old woman, so this is my biggest issue. Any comments on your experience with lifting it in and out of a car?
nope. As long as you have something to lock the legs to the bag, I didn’t have any issues.
what was the concern when the legs weren’t in the little "leg holders" lol
I had them engage out a bit. While it caused no performance issues, it looked sloppy.
Most stand bags have a little Velcro spot where you can keep them from flaring open on you. Lock em down, zero worry then.
I do enjoy the way these bags lock into the cart though. It’s a small thing, but it really makes your bag feel really secure in there
I had some issues with the bag twisting, but once I figured out how to really secure it well, no issues.
My legs stayed stowed even with no velcro to hold them in place. FWIW. Sun mountain 2.5+, which cuts out all the extra weight they can. No room for extra velcro straps haha.
While follow sounds cool, it’s not something you really need to live with. Plus, what if it ran you over? That sucks.
Being able to just send it, or let it chill while you look for your ball in some longer grass and then you can just bring your cart over to you is pretty nice.
Lol. No doubt. I’m just greedy.
QUIT BEING GREEDY AND BUY ONE
Oh there is a follow on the market, but its about $2499. That is my glitch also, I don’t wanna spend that much. From the reviews, not sure they follow is necessary more of a convenience really but would be cool for sure.
I think the guys have done a great job in this thread and the Zip navigator thread that you can’t go wrong with either one of these machines.
And as @JB pointed out, with the Budget golf deal right now you can save about $225 on one of these.
An electric is a convenience, and definitely a luxury. As far as a follow, I mean… I could technically walk ahead of my cart and have it follow me a bit, but fairways aren’t all flat, and it hurts when you run yourself over because you didn’t hit stop :/
I walked a round last weekend with my clubs on the cart and the guy would just come to my ball after hitting his, it was super nice and relaxing for sure.
My new course for next year is about a 7 mile hike around it so will be nice to have. I have walked it a few times with the Clic Gear and this will definitely make it easier.
Just have to decide which one, but both are great IMO
So long as you’re comfortable, manual or electric is awesome. There’s something to be said though about sending your cart to the cart attendant (when you know them) and getting a beverage loaded into your cup holder just waiting for you. It makes me laugh so hard.
That has to turn some heads and get some funny looks!!!!!
Do you use a cooler bag on it for extra water or just rely on the course to have enough coolers to refresh every few holes.
Yeah $2499 is a bit much probably.
They do have a non follows but are about 400-500 more than the Motocaddy.
I’m curious to see what comes out next year, as I feel like this part of the market is taking off a little here. Lord knows I probably don’t have the patience though. I’m sure I’d be quite happy with the M7.