Being a lefty in golf can feel a bit like being the middle child, often overlooked, misunderstood, and left watching others get all the cool new toys. At times, it probably feels like unwrapping socks for the holidays while everyone else is handed the keys to a brand-new sports car.
Of course, left-handed golfers arenāt shy about voicing those frustrations. Because of that, they tend to form strong loyalty toward brands that actually cater to them. Thatās exactly what Sunday Golf is aiming for with its newest release: the Ryder Lefty Bag.
Sunday Golf Ryder Lefty
Yes, you read that correctly. Sunday Golf has designed a stand bag specifically for left-handed players.
Most stand bags, like much of the golf industry, are built for right-handed users. That means they are designed to be carried over the right shoulder, with strap orientation and pocket placement optimized for right-handed use.
With the Ryder Lefty, all of that is reversed.
āOur Ryder Lefty bag has been years in the making and was built specifically based on customer feedback,ā said Brand Manager Camden Wicker. āWe had dozens of people ask for this style golf bag ever since we came out with our first full-size bag, and after seeing that there wasnāt an option on the market for lefties, it really became a no-brainer. To all the lefty golfers out there, this oneās for you!ā
A Niche Productāor a Long-Overdue Solution?
Just how much demand is there for such a thing?
Honestly, that is the million dollar question, and Sunday Golf is clearly banking on being able to tug at the hearts of lefties with this one. Of course, it really is a unique option, and it does address a bias. Personally, as a left-handed person who golfs on the right side, this is something that is kind of hilariously brilliant.
With some thought though the question becomes after so many years of ingraining use of a traditional stand bag, how easy would it be to move to the Ryder Lefty, even for a lefty?
Ryder Lefty Bag Details and Specifications
The Ryder Lefty features a 5-way top with full-length dividers, along with multiple storage options, including a dedicated beverage pocket.
Additional highlights include:
Colorway: Black (at launch)
Weight: 4.9 lbs
Heavy-duty stand mechanism
The Ryder Lefty is priced at $249.99. For more information, visit SundayGolf.com.
