Sunday Golf Ryder S-Class Golf Bag Review

on August 27, 2024

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The Sunday Golf Ryder S-Class golf bag is a great option for players who want an upscale golf bag but don’t want to pay the big price. Premium materials, thoughtful features, and still light enough to carry regularly.

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Introduction

Sunday Golf started with the Loma, a modern take on their namesake Sunday bag [review HERE]. Since then, they’ve expanded their line, now running the gamut from minimalism to the appropriately named Big Rig cart bag [review HERE]. Sitting in the middle is the Ryder, a classic stand bag that’s capable of being everything to everyone. The Ryder recently got an upgraded S-Class version, and I tested one to see how it compares to other premium golf bags.

Looks

The look of stand bags is changing rapidly. Thin nylon and huge logos are out; premium materials and timeless designs are in. The Sunday Golf Ryder S-Class golf bag hops on board with a vegan leather exterior. You can get the S-Class in all black or black with white trim (seen here). For me, this panda colorway is far and away the best looking Ryder bag. The white is bright, providing great contrast against the black elements.

Additionally, the Ryder S-Class is almost completely logo-free. The standard Ryder has very small, tasteful logos, but the S-Class makes many of them white-on-white for a stealth look. If you know, you know.

If you want to add your own flair to the Ryder S-Class, Sunday Golf will embroider two lines of text – eight characters each – for just $24. This may be the most affordable way to get your name on your bag.

Features

While Sunday Golf wanted to give players the on-trend, elevated look, they knew they already had a winning design with the Ryder. As such, they did not mess with the features of the original [OG Ryder review HERE].

Sunday Golf is all about the fun and the good vibes, so let’s start with the Frosty Pocket, a cooler pocket big enough to hold four cans. It’s positioned on the back of the bag for easier access when you’re riding or pushing.

Including the Frosty Pocket, there are six zippered pockets on the Ryder S-Class golf bag as well as two non-zippered pockets. There is a velour-lined valuables pocket above the full-length apparel pocket. A large ball pocket sits below the Frosty Pocket, flanked by a small zippered pocket that seems designed for ball markers and tees. I found the non-zippered pockets (above) most interesting as they’re an uncommon feature. While some players may want more security, I think either of these spots could be great for quickly accessing a rangefinder.

Beyond the storage, the Ryder S-Class has holders for all the key essentials. There’s an umbrella loop that’s out of the way, near the legs. Additionally, there’s a Velcro glove holder and a towel loop. Sunday Golf also includes a matching rain hood.

Finally, a thumbs up to Sunday Golf for keeping it fun with a nice array of extras. The Ryder S-Class ships with a Sunday Golf car freshener, stickers, and a branded mini marker. These are the nice little extras that tell me that a brand gets it.

Performance

The Sunday Golf Ryder S-Class golf bag is full-sized and full-featured but still manages to be light weight. At just under five pounds, it’s easy to carry, but it has enough storage for the golfer who rides or pushes.

Ryder’s 7.5″ 5-way top has full-length dividers for each compartment. I loaded in fourteen clubs, all with midsized grips, and had no significant issues. My preference would be for the top section to be larger, but that’s just because I like all my headcovers to be in that area.

Even with a full load of clubs, the Ryder S-Class golf bag is a very pleasant carry. The backpack straps are “self-adjusting” and keep the bag balanced. When you have the bag over both shoulders, the padding on the side of the bag (below) provides a nice cushion.

In addition to the backpack straps, there are three handles on the Ryder S-Class – on the top, on the spine, and below the ball pocket. The one at the bottom is barely noticeable, but it’s a big help for getting the bag in or out of your car.

For those that ride or push, the Ryder S-Class golf bag has a cart strap pass-through that keeps the strap from blocking access to your valuables pocket. This only appears on the right side of the bag, because there are no pockets on the upper left.

Also for the rider or pusher, the backpack straps detach from the bag in a few seconds. This is an underrated feature that I wish more bags had. For golfers who don’t carry, backpack straps are a nuisance, blocking access to at least half the pockets. Making it easy to take them off makes the Ryder S-Class a true do-everything golf bag.

The Sunday Ryder S-Class golf bag has a sturdy stand mechanism that operates by tilting 2/3 of the base. I strongly prefer this style of stand versus the “foot switch” for durability purposes. Additionally, it gives the bag more stability when it’s tilted over.

Finally, I want to note something unusual about the Sunday Ryder S-Class golf bag: the lifetime warranty. Sunday Golf offers every buyer a warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as you own the bag. While that doesn’t cover everything – breaking the legs in a fit of rage is on you – it does give you some assurance that the bag will last. They also give you 30 days to try the bag and swap it for another if you’re not happy. That’s a lot more customer service than you get from most brands.

Conclusion

At the time of this writing, the Sunday Golf Ryder S-Class golf bag sells for $270 ($243 with the 10% off code below), a $30 premium over the standard Ryder. For the player who wants a modern, elevated stand bag, the Ryder S-Class, at over $100 below its competitors, is a smart, easy choice.

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Matt Saternus

Editor In Chief at Plugged In Golf

Matt has worked in nearly every job in the golf industry from club fitting to instruction to writing and speaking.

He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.

Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.