11 golf-trip essentials you need on your next buddies’ getaway

Wanna get away? Travel smart and light with these cool necessities courtesy of fresh brands like Holderness & Bourne. Oh, and the ultimate garment bag to make sure your gear stays course-ready whether you’re flying or driving. But first, a few smart tips for getting your gear ready…

Here are a few tips to prevent you from being the disheveled guy who never gets upgraded:

1) When packing a lot, instead of folding t-shirts, roll them. You’ll be able to fit more in.

2) Turn your blazer inside out and fold it onto itself vertically, then fold it again in half horizontally (upon arrival, immediately unfold the jacket and hang it up).

3) Save space by stuffing belts and socks into your shoes.

4) Place all footwear at the bottom of your duffel bag to center the weight, then place your clothes on top of them. Voilà!

Sun Mountain has produced some of the most handsome, high-quality golf bags and travel covers on the market going on three decades. Lesser known is their line of regular travel bags, which are equally as stylish and rugged. Take, for example, the company’s Matchplay Duffel. It’s got plenty of room for essentials and features a separate compartment for your shoes. Consider this duffel the ideal carryall for that two-day tournament out of town or a trip to the gym after work. The Matchplay exudes organized versatility, even if your game is a little chaotic.