Nylon is another common material, known for being lightweight and durable. It's often used in more casual or travel-friendly bags. Nylon bags are typically more affordable and still offer water resistance and wear resistance.

The material of a golf bag doesn't solely determine its functionality. Features like bottle holders, extra pockets, and stability on grass are often more influenced by the bag's design than the material itself. High-quality bags also include velvet-lined compartments to protect your clubs, waterproof materials, and smooth inner linings to prevent damage to your clothes or other valuable items.

A standard golf bag can hold 12-14 clubs, which usually include a mix of woods, irons, wedges, and a putter. Here's a breakdown:

Woods: Despite being called "woods," modern woods are typically made from titanium or steel alloys. These clubs are designed for long-distance shots, offering great distance and forgiveness.

Wedges: Wedges are specialized irons designed for short-distance, high-accuracy shots. They are categorized based on the loft of the clubface, including sand wedges, pitching wedges, lob wedges, and gap wedges, each serving a specific purpose around the green.

Putters: The putter is the shortest club in the bag, specifically designed for rolling the ball into the hole on the green. There are several types of putters, including blade, mallet, and mid-mallet designs, each catering to different putting styles and preferences.