The Best “Buy It For Life” Golf Products (According to Our Staff)

In a commercial world that entices us endlessly to upgrade our gear to the latest and greatest, it’s refreshing when you find a product that withstands the test of time.

Since he was a young teenager, my now 51-year-old dad has used the same Honda lawnmower to cut the grass. For nearly 40 years, this beast of a machine has seen him through college, adulthood and more. Have better mowers come out since? Sure. But why get something new when the ol’ Honda is still churning and burning?

The same applies to golf gear. While we’re wise to encourage you to upgrade your gear when it’s starting to hurt your game, in the breath its our job to tell you about gear that you can buy once, and have it for life.

Here are our favorite “buy it for life” golf products.

PING Hoofer

How many old PING Hoofer bags do you see walking around your local course? The best stand bag of this generation withstands the test of time, no doubt about it.

Not only is the design timeless, but functionality doesn’t age. A good stand, great pockets and great zippers make this bag the one to buy once, and have for life.

Bushnell Rangefinders

Check your buddy’s bag. What kind of rangefinder do they have? Bushnell Rangefinders are built like tanks, and the replaceable battery makes them more than future proof. Some of our staff still uses Bushnell devices from last decade.

An honorable mention to the Bushnell Phantom. That little GPS just refuses to give up the ghost.

Club Glove Travel Gear

There’s no travel gear that’s more bullet proof than Club Glove. Your golf travel bag takes a beating, so why not buy one that you’ll never have to replace? Thick straps, fantastic zippers and an ultra-durable construction make Club Gloves travel luggage the best-in-class.

Orange Whip

The only warm-up tool you’ll ever need, and the only warm-up tool that’ll last you for the rest of your life. It doesn’t wear, it doesn’t break, and it’s always reliable when you’re trying to combat those first tee nerves.

Scotty Cameron Divot Tool

When I asked our staff to come up with their favorite “buy it for life” products, multiple staff members instantly chimed in and mentioned the Scotty Cameron Divot tool. Clean, classic and built to last, it’s the only divot tool you’ll ever need (unless you lose it, of course).

Owala Water Bottles

Staying hydrated on the course is a must. Keeping the bev cool is also a non-negotiable. Owala water bottles perform their intended function flawlessly. It’s almost a right of passage ot have a few dents and dings in your bottle. Another sure sign that Owala is an easy choice for our favorite “buy it for life” products.

The only reason you’ll need a second or third? They have too many cool colors to choose from!

Clicgear Push Carts

There are few, if any golfers who have managed to defeat a Clicgear push cart. I swear there are some Clicgear carts out there with more miles than my dad’s 40-year-old lawn mower. They’re priced a little higher than some of the competition, but that’s because they’re built to last.

melin Hats

The golf hat is one of the most replaceable pieces of gear in your bag. How many have you sweat through? melin hats are built different. They’re designed to withstand any amount of weather, and it’s the only hat I’ve worn regularly for multiple years without the sweatband deteriorating or the hat becoming limp and lifeless.

For my money, they are well worth the investment.

What did we miss? What’s your favorite “buy it for life” product? Drop a comment and let us know!