Discmania Fanatic Go Disc Golf Backpack, Holds 18+ Discs & Gear, Sand

Why it's worth it

The Fanatic Go holds up to 18 discs with a separate top pocket for two putters, wrapped in a 600D polyester shell with PVC reinforcement on the base and sides. It's the pick if you want backpack organization without carrying a bag the size of a small suitcase.

The appeal here is restraint. Discmania built the Fanatic Go around a slimmer silhouette than most 18-disc backpacks, and the difference shows up on your back rather than in the numbers. You get the same core setup — main compartment, dedicated top putter pocket, bottle holder, tall side pocket — in a body that doesn't sprawl. For a lot of players that trade is worth more than five extra disc slots.

The side pocket is genuinely useful, which is rarer than it should be. It runs about seven inches tall, so a phone, keys and a wallet all sit upright instead of getting lost in a shallow pouch. If you've ever finished a round and realized your car key migrated under 18 discs, you'll understand why this matters.

From our review of 5 disc golf bags and backpacks, by Genevieve Dubois, Home & Living Expert

What we like

• +The appeal here is restraint
• +The side pocket is genuinely useful, which is rarer than it should be
• +Material choice is sensible for the price
• +You'll also notice the difference walking

What to know

• –The slim build that makes it comfortable also caps what you can stuff into it
• –The top pocket holds two putters, not three or four