Walking the course is one of the reasons why many golfers love the game, but a long, hilly round can take the edge off your game before the back nine. That's why more golfers are turning to hybrid push carts as their preferred choice. They offer the freedom and feel of walking, with a little help on hand when you need it.
What Is a Hybrid Push Cart?
Understanding Motor-Assisted Push Carts
A hybrid push cart looks and feels like a traditional push cart, but has a hidden motor you can switch on at the press of a button. Push the cart yourself when you want the classic walking experience, or let the motor do some of the heavy lifting when you need that extra boost.
How Hybrid Push Carts Differ from Traditional Push Carts
A traditional push cart relies entirely on you to push or pull it, whatever the terrain. They may be perfectly fine to manoeuvre around with, until they’re not. A particularly hilly section, or a long game under inclement weather conditions, and you may start to wish you had a more practical solution.
A hybrid gives you the same familiar design with optional powered assistance, so you're never stuck with either extreme. It gives you that kick you often need to get through the ultimate round.
Why Choose a Hybrid Push Cart?
Golfers who end up choosing hybrid push carts for their game want all the features of a traditional push cart they may have grown up playing on, but with the flexibility to let the motor take on some of the heavy lifting as needed.
Here are some of the benefits of choosing a push cart with boost functionality:
- Motor assistance when you need it most: Steep hills, thick rough and late-round fatigue are where a little extra power counts. Switch it on for the tough stretches, then switch it off again as needed.
- Enjoy the flexibility of manual or assisted pushing: With the MGI E-BOOST, you can push, pull or power depending on the hole. It's your call, shot by shot.
- Reduce fatigue during your round: Less effort on your legs and lower back can help keep your energy steadier from the first tee to the last green. That may help you stay focused when it counts.
The Benefits of an Electric Golf Push Cart
Hybrid golf cart benefits extend far beyond basic convenience. They have tangible physical benefits, such as easing the load when going up hills or uneven terrain, plus secondary benefits, including the ability to maintain mental focus that often goes when fatigue sets in.
Conserve Energy for Better Performance
Saving your energy on the walk between shots leaves more in the tank for the shots themselves. Golfers often find their swing holds up better deep into the back nine. This is useful for all ages and stages of a golfer’s life. For many players, it can be the difference between having to call it quits by a certain age, or the chance to continue playing well into their twilight years.
Improve Comfort on Hilly Courses
Hills are where a motorised golf push cart really earns its keep. Variable speed control lets you match the pace to the terrain.
Make Walking the Course More Enjoyable
When walking doesn't leave you exhausted, it's much easier to enjoy the fresh air and the rhythm of the round. It's a great way to keep walking golf sustainable, season after season, and keep up with your fellow golfers.
Easy to Operate and Transport
Simple controls at the handle mean you can activate the motor without breaking stride. A compact fold design and quick-release rear wheels also make it easy to pack into the car.
Push Cart with Motor Assist vs. Traditional Push Cart
There are many reasons why a push cart with boost functionality can be superior to traditional push carts. Here are some of the benefits of a motor-assisted cart:
Ease of Use
Both are simple to operate, but a push cart with motor assist adds the ability to lighten the load whenever you want it. The familiar push-and-pull feel, however, stays the same. Plus, it puts the choice at your fingertips. No one knows your game quite like you, so having the option to operate your push cart the way that works for your game on the day is priceless.
Physical Effort Required
Traditional carts leave all the work to you, while a hybrid offers you a helping hand. Having a boost option can make a real difference to your game and how you feel at the end of 9 or 18 holes.
Performance on Inclines
Uphill stretches are where the gap between powered and non-powered golf carts is widest. Powered assistance helps you keep a steady pace and keep your momentum up, instead of slowing to a grind.
Cost and Long-Term Value
Hybrid push carts cost more upfront than a basic push cart, which makes sense given they offer players more features and functionality. But the extra comfort can help you keep walking for years to come. They also tend to sit at a friendlier price point than a fully electric buggy, which can be a major purchase consideration for some players.
Is a Hybrid Push Cart Right for You?
Golfers who prefer to walk the course can benefit from a hybrid push cart, as it keeps the feeling of walking intact without the physical toll of manual operation all the time.
The same can be said about golfers looking to reduce fatigue, especially after long rounds, hills or summertime heat that leaves you flat by the back nine. In these situations, the boost from a motor-assisted push cart can be the very thing you need.
Another consideration is cost. Anyone seeking a cost-effective alternative to an electric buggy should consider a hybrid cart as an option that offers the best of both worlds.
Why Golfers Trust MGI Hybrid Push Carts
The MGI E-BOOST features a whisper-quiet 240W brushless motor with variable speed control. It uses innovative motor-assisted technology that's smooth, responsive and won't disturb the quiet of the course. Even with the motor onboard, the E-BOOST is lightweight and easy to manoeuvre. It folds compactly for easy storage and transport.
MGI Golf’s E-BOOST offers reliable performance across every round. Built for regular play, the E-BOOST is backed by a 2-year warranty. You can head out on the course knowing it's ready when you are.
Find the Right Hybrid Push Cart for Your Game
Whether you're chasing a more comfortable walk or a more consistent back nine, a hybrid push cart could be the upgrade your game needs. Explore MGI's hybrid pushcarts and discover a smarter way to walk every round.
