Golf travel accessories mostly come down to one question: how do you keep your clubs from arriving bent or broken without turning airport logistics into a workout? The Bag Boy Backbone stands out as the best overall pick because it distributes support across the full length of a soft travel cover rather than relying on a single pressure point. The ZEEMO Full-Open Wheeled Travel Bag makes the most sense for frequent flyers who want an all-in-one hard-sided solution with wheels, while the tool-free heavy-duty alloy pole is the value play for occasional trips. The main tradeoff in this category is protection versus weight and bulk — rigid systems shield clubheads better but add pounds at the counter and eat into baggage space. Keep reading for the full breakdown of which accessory fits your travel style.
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Key Takeaways
- Full-length armature systems like the Bag Boy Backbone outperform single support poles because they prevent the bag from flexing in the middle, not just at the top.
- Every wheeled option trades weight for convenience — the ZEEMO is the easiest to move through terminals but the heaviest to lift onto scales and into car trunks.
- Adjustable range matters more than raw material: poles spanning roughly 27–60 inches fit both stand bags and larger cart bags, while shorter ranges force compromises.
- Tool-free installation was a genuine differentiator here; poles requiring disassembly tools were consistently more annoying to repack on the return leg of a trip.
- No support pole replaces a hard case entirely — golfers flying with expensive shafts should still consider full hard-sided coverage rather than relying on any internal brace alone.
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole, Telescopic Adjustable Stainless Steel Rod for Clubs |  | Best Overall Support Pole | Material: Stainless steel with PP cover | Adjustable Length: 33 to 60 inches | Weight: Lightweight | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| Golf Club Travel Support Pole, 33-60 inches, Adjustable, Hard Cover, Black |  | Best Budget Pick | Adjustable Length: 33 to 60 inches | Material: Metal with hard cover | Color: Black | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| Gofly Golf Travel Bag Support System with Aluminum Alloy Support Pole |  | Best Complete Protection System | Support Pole Material: Aluminum alloy | Pole Length: 20.3 to 52.1 inches | Wrap Material: Polyethylene with 210D polyester lining | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole – Heavy-Duty Alloy Steel, Adjustable 27-56 Inches, Tool-Free Installation |  | Best for Quick Airport Setup | Material: Alloy steel with ABS plastic cap | Adjustable Length: 27 to 56 inches | Collapsed Size: 17 inches | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| Bag Boy Backbone Golf Travel Cover Protection System |  | Best Premium Brand-Name Pick | Brand: Bag Boy | Model: BB51080B (Backbone) | Material: Polypropylene and aluminum | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| ZEEMO Full-Open Golf Travel Bag for Airlines, Wheeled Club Carrier |  | Best Full-Size Airline Travel Bag | Dimensions: 12.2 x 13 x 50.4 inches | Material: Enhanced Oxford Fabric | Design: Full-open layout for easy loading | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| Aluminium Golf Travel Support Pole – Protect Clubs During Transport |  | Best Lightweight Support Pole | Material: ABS plastic and aluminum alloy | Adjustable: Yes | Weight: Lightweight | VIEW LATEST PRICE | See Our Full Breakdown |
| golf travel accessorie | Material | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole | Stainless steel with PP cover | Fits most golf travel bags |
| Golf Club Travel Support Pole | Metal with hard cover | Standard golf travel bags |
| Gofly Golf Travel Bag Support | — | — |
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole | Alloy steel with ABS plastic cap | — |
| Bag Boy Backbone Golf Travel C | Polypropylene and aluminum | — |
| ZEEMO Full-Open Golf Travel Ba | Enhanced Oxford Fabric | Fits standard golf cart bags including long drivers |
| Aluminium Golf Travel Support | ABS plastic and aluminum alloy | Fits a range of standard golf bags |
More Details on Our Top Picks
Golf Travel Bag Support Pole, Telescopic Adjustable Stainless Steel Rod for Clubs
This stainless steel pole stands out as the most durable standalone support option in the group. Where the Gofly system (more on that later) wraps protection around the whole club head area, this pole takes a simpler approach: it braces the bag internally so airline baggage handlers can’t crush the frame. The 33-to-60-inch range is the widest adjustment span here apart from the Bag Boy Backbone, meaning it fits everything from a compact stand bag to a full-size staff bag. The protective PP cover on the shaft keeps the metal from scratching club shafts during packing. The tradeoff is straightforward: it’s a pole and nothing else, so travelers who want padding around the club heads will still need to add their own. It also needs to be locked firmly in place before zipping the bag, or the whole benefit disappears.
Pros:- Stainless steel build is tougher than aluminum or plastic alternatives
- 33-60 inch range fits stand bags through staff bags
- Protective cover prevents metal-to-shaft scratching
- Lightweight enough to not eat into airline weight limits
Cons:- Heavier than aluminum poles like the Gofly system
- Requires careful locking during setup or it can slip in transit
Best for: Frequent flyers with soft-sided travel bags who want maximum crush resistance without buying a hard case
Not ideal for: Golfers who want an all-in-one solution with padding included — this protects the structure, not the club heads directly
- Material:Stainless steel with PP cover
- Adjustable Length:33 to 60 inches
- Weight:Lightweight
- Color:Silver
- Type:Telescopic support pole
- Compatibility:Fits most golf travel bags
Our verdict“The pick for travelers who prioritize raw structural protection and already own a soft travel bag.”
Golf Club Travel Support Pole, 33-60 inches, Adjustable, Hard Cover, Black
For golfers who fly once or twice a season, this black support pole covers the basics at a lower commitment than premium options. It shares the same 33-60 inch range as the stainless steel model above, so the practical difference isn’t fit — it’s finish and feel. The hard cover does the protective work of shielding clubs from impact, though the generic metal construction doesn’t inspire the same long-term confidence as stainless steel under repeated baggage-handler abuse. Compared with the alloy steel pole later in this list, this one lacks the tool-free convenience angle, so setup takes a bit more fiddling. Where it earns its place is value: if your clubs are mid-range and your trips are occasional, paying more for premium materials is hard to justify. The cumbersome carry when detached is the real annoyance — it doesn’t collapse into anything pocketable between flights.
Pros:- Same 33-60 inch adjustment range as pricier competitors
- Hard cover adds impact protection for club heads
- Durable metal construction for the price point
- Simple, universal fit across travel bags
Cons:- Awkward to carry when not installed inside a bag
- Heavier feel than aluminum alternatives like the Gofly pole
Best for: Occasional golf travelers with mid-range clubs who want basic protection without premium pricing
Not ideal for: Frequent flyers or owners of expensive custom clubs — the generic build quality is a gamble with regular baggage handling
- Adjustable Length:33 to 60 inches
- Material:Metal with hard cover
- Color:Black
- Type:Support pole
- Protection:Hard cover impact shielding
- Compatibility:Standard golf travel bags
Our verdict“A sensible low-cost entry point for infrequent travelers who just want insurance against crushed clubs.”
Gofly Golf Travel Bag Support System with Aluminum Alloy Support Pole
This is the only option in the lineup that treats club protection as a system rather than a single pole. The padded wrap — nearly 40 inches long and almost 12 inches wide — encircles the club heads while the aluminum pole braces the structure, which is something neither the stainless steel pole nor the budget black pole addresses on their own. Gofly positions it as a cost-effective upgrade from soft-sided to hard-case level protection, and at 0.66 lbs total it’s dramatically lighter than any steel option here. The hook-and-loop closure makes installation quick, and a utility pocket is a nice touch for small accessories. The compromises are real, though: the pole tops out at 52.1 inches, shorter than the 60-inch maximum of both standalone poles, so oversized bags may not get full support. Travelers with premium forged irons might also want to add extra padding for peace of mind.
Pros:- Padded wrap protects club heads, not just bag structure
- Featherweight at 0.66 lbs, lighter than every steel option
- Hook-and-loop closure makes installation fast
- Utility pocket adds storage convenience
Cons:- Pole maxes out at 52.1 inches, shorter than 60-inch competitors
- May need supplemental padding for maximum club protection
Best for: Travelers with soft bags who want head-level padding plus structural support in one lightweight kit
Not ideal for: Owners of extra-tall staff bags — the 52.1-inch pole maximum may leave the top of the bag under-supported
- Support Pole Material:Aluminum alloy
- Pole Length:20.3 to 52.1 inches
- Wrap Material:Polyethylene with 210D polyester lining
- Padding Dimensions:39.37 L x 11.81 W inches
- Weight:0.66 lbs
- Closure Type:Hook & loop strap
- Features:Adjustable, utility pocket, telescoping pole
Our verdict“The smartest choice for golfers who want full-system protection without hauling steel or paying for a hard case.”
Golf Travel Bag Support Pole – Heavy-Duty Alloy Steel, Adjustable 27-56 Inches, Tool-Free Installation
Where this pole earns its slot is speed at the curb. The tool-free installation with a buckle closure means it can go from car trunk to installed in under a minute — a genuine advantage over the budget black pole, which demands more fiddling when you’re rushing a checked bag cutoff. The 27-inch collapsed minimum is the shortest on this list, which matters more than it sounds: it fits petite junior bags and compact travel setups that stump longer-only poles. The ABS plastic cap seats securely against the bag’s base, and alloy steel hits a reasonable middle ground between the stainless steel model’s durability and aluminum’s lightness. The 56-inch maximum falls short of the 60-inch poles, so full-size staff bags lose a little headroom. And like every pole here, no wheels or handle means it does nothing for how the bag itself rolls through the terminal — that’s the ZEEMO wheeled carrier’s job.
Pros:- Tool-free buckle setup installs in under a minute
- 27-inch minimum fits junior and compact bags
- ABS cap keeps the pole seated securely in transit
- Alloy steel balances durability and weight
Cons:- 56-inch maximum is shorter than the 60-inch standalone poles
- No mobility features — purely structural protection
Best for: Travelers who value fast, tool-free setup and golfers with smaller bags thanks to the 27-inch minimum
Not ideal for: Golfers with full-size staff bags — the 56-inch maximum is the shortest of the 60-inch-class poles
- Material:Alloy steel with ABS plastic cap
- Adjustable Length:27 to 56 inches
- Collapsed Size:17 inches
- Item Dimensions:5.5 L x 5.5 W x 55 H inches
- Closure Type:Buckle
- Installation:Tool-free
Our verdict“Best for golfers who reconfigure their travel setup frequently and want protection that installs in seconds.”
Bag Boy Backbone Golf Travel Cover Protection System
Bag Boy is the only established golf brand in this batch, and it shows in the details: a push-button telescoping mechanism instead of twist-locks, and an oversized polypropylene top cap that spreads impact forces across the whole club head cluster rather than a single contact point. The 23.25-inch collapsed length is the most storage-friendly here — it slides into a luggage corner or the ZEEMO wheeled carrier’s side pocket between trips, where the stainless steel pole stays awkwardly long. Compared with the Gofly system, the Backbone skips the padded wrap entirely, so it’s structural-only protection — but the oversized cap does some of that work by crowning the club heads. The 54-inch maximum sits between the alloy steel pole and the 60-inch options. It’s the priciest route to club protection here, and buyers paying premium prices will notice the absence of any stated padding for the clubs themselves.
Pros:- Push-button telescoping is faster and more secure than twist-locks
- Oversized top cap distributes impact across all club heads
- Collapses to just 23.25 inches for compact storage
- Backed by an established golf brand with a real model lineage
Cons:- Premium price for structural-only protection with no padding
- 54-inch maximum trails the 60-inch standalone poles
Best for: Buyers who trust brand-name engineering and want the most compact collapsed size for storage between trips
Not ideal for: Budget-conscious travelers — generic poles deliver similar structural protection for less, with padding available via the Gofly instead
- Brand:Bag Boy
- Model:BB51080B (Backbone)
- Material:Polypropylene and aluminum
- Extended Length:Up to 54 inches
- Collapsed Length:23.25 inches
- Adjustment:Push-button telescoping
- Type:Travel golf cover protection system
Our verdict“Worth the premium for brand loyalists and storage-limited travelers who value the fastest collapse-and-stow design.”
ZEEMO Full-Open Golf Travel Bag for Airlines, Wheeled Club Carrier
Among the accessories in this roundup, the ZEEMO is the only complete carrying solution rather than an internal support — and that changes who it suits. Where options like the Bag Boy Backbone or the Gofly Support System assume you already own a travel cover, this bag replaces the cover entirely. The full-open design is its real advantage: packing a cart bag with long drivers becomes a two-minute job instead of a wrestling match through a narrow zipper opening.
The tradeoff is size. At 50 inches long, it demands serious storage space, and the wheeled base can wobble on curbs or gravel compared with a simple shoulder strap. Pairing it with a support pole like the Heavy-Duty Alloy Steel model is wise for maximum protection, which adds cost. Compared with cheaper soft covers, though, the padding, compression straps, and contact card holder make this the more complete airline-ready package.
Pros:- Full-open design makes loading a cart bag with long drivers fast and frustration-free
- Durable Oxford fabric resists abrasion from baggage handling
- Triple handles plus wheels reduce strain through airports
- External contact card holder helps airlines reunite you with lost gear
Cons:- Bulky footprint makes off-season storage awkward
- Wheels feel less stable on uneven surfaces like curbs and gravel
- Padding alone may not stop crushing without an added support pole
Best for: Frequent flyers who check a full cart bag and want one purchase that covers carrying, padding, and identification
Not ideal for: Golfers with limited home or car storage — its 50-inch footprint is genuinely bulky when not in use
- Dimensions:12.2 x 13 x 50.4 inches
- Material:Enhanced Oxford Fabric
- Design:Full-open layout for easy loading
- Protection:Internal padding with external compression straps
- Handling:Triple handles, wheeled base
- Identification:Clear contact card holder
- Compatibility:Fits standard golf cart bags including long drivers
Our verdict“Buy this if you want a single airline-ready travel bag rather than piecing together a cover plus support pole.”
Aluminium Golf Travel Support Pole – Protect Clubs During Transport
This aluminium support pole plays a different role than the Gofly Support System or the Bag Boy Backbone: it is a minimal, single-rod brace rather than a framed structure. That simplicity is the appeal. The aluminum alloy shaft resists bending under baggage-handler loads, while the light build means it barely registers on a luggage scale — a real plus if you are already flirting with the airline’s 50-pound limit once the ZEEMO bag above is packed with a full set.
Compared with the stainless steel telescopic rod elsewhere in this list, it trades some rigidity for portability, and the adjustment range is vaguer than the clearly stated 33–60 inch span of the black hard-cover pole. Buyers with unusually tall staff bags should confirm fit before purchasing. Still, for typical stand and cart bags, it delivers the core job — keeping the bag rigid so shafts do not snap — at a lower weight than nearly every alternative here.
Pros:- Aluminum alloy construction resists bending during air travel
- Lightweight enough to leave headroom under airline weight limits
- Adjustable design fits a range of standard stand and cart bags
- Installs and removes in seconds with no tools
Cons:- Maximum adjustment range is not documented, creating fit uncertainty for tall bags
- Single-rod design offers less full-bag protection than framed systems like the Gofly or Bag Boy Backbone
Best for: Travelers who already own a soft travel cover and want to add crush protection without adding noticeable weight
Not ideal for: Owners of extra-tall staff bags, since the maximum adjustment length is not clearly specified
- Material:ABS plastic and aluminum alloy
- Adjustable:Yes
- Weight:Lightweight
- Use Case:Travel support for golf clubs during transport
- Installation:Tool-free, easy install and removal
- Compatibility:Fits a range of standard golf bags
Our verdict“A sensible low-weight brace for standard bags, but verify the extended length if you carry a tall driver setup.”
How We Picked
I evaluated each accessory against the realities of airline travel: how well it prevents shaft and clubhead damage when a soft bag is crushed, dropped, or stacked under other luggage. Protection coverage came first — a brace that only supports one zone leaves the rest of the bag vulnerable, so full-length systems scored higher than point supports. From there I weighed adjustability range (fitting different bag heights), installation friction (tool-free beats fumbling with wrenches in an airport lobby), and materials, comparing stainless steel, alloy steel, and aluminum on stiffness-to-weight ratio.
The ranking also reflects travel frequency and total cost of ownership. A heavier, pricier system earns its spot only if it genuinely reduces risk for frequent flyers, while budget picks had to deliver real protection without premium pricing. Durability reports, warranty terms, and how each product pairs with soft covers versus hard cases rounded out the evaluation, since a great pole inside a flimsy cover still fails at the baggage carousel.
| golf travel accessorie | Material | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole | Stainless steel with PP cover | Fits most golf travel bags |
| Golf Club Travel Support Pole | Metal with hard cover | Standard golf travel bags |
| Gofly Golf Travel Bag Support | — | — |
| Golf Travel Bag Support Pole | Alloy steel with ABS plastic cap | — |
| Bag Boy Backbone Golf Travel C | Polypropylene and aluminum | — |
| ZEEMO Full-Open Golf Travel Ba | Enhanced Oxford Fabric | Fits standard golf cart bags including long drivers |
| Aluminium Golf Travel Support | ABS plastic and aluminum alloy | Fits a range of standard golf bags |
Factors to Consider When Choosing Golf Travel Accessories
Before buying any golf travel accessory, it helps to understand where damage actually happens and where most buyers overspend or under-protect. The sections below cover the decisions that shape whether your gear survives the trip.
Soft Cover With Support vs. Hard Case
The biggest structural decision comes before you pick a specific product. A soft travel cover with an internal support system is lighter, cheaper, and folds down for storage at your destination, but it depends entirely on the brace doing its job. A hard case costs more and eats trunk space, yet it protects against crushing forces that no internal pole can fully resist. Many frequent golfers end up owning both: the hard case for international flights and a supported soft cover for road trips and shorter hops. The mistake I see most often is buying a premium pole and pairing it with a thin, worn cover — the brace prevents flexing, but the fabric still transfers direct impacts. Match the accessory tier to the cover you actually own.
Adjustable Range and Bag Compatibility
Support poles only work if they fit your bag properly, and bag heights vary more than most buyers expect. Stand bags typically need a shorter brace than mid-size cart bags, and driver-length clubs require the pole to reach high enough to stiffen the top section where clubheads sit. A pole with a range of roughly 27 to 60 inches covers most setups, while narrower ranges can leave you choosing between a loose fit that shifts in transit and an overextended pole that strains its locking mechanism. Check the collapsed length too — a pole that telescopes small packs inside your bag, while a fixed-length one needs its own luggage space. Measure your loaded bag before ordering rather than guessing from product photos.
Material Tradeoffs: Steel vs. Aluminum
Aluminum poles are lighter and resist corrosion, which matters if your gear lives in a damp garage or trunk. Alloy and stainless steel poles are stiffer for the same diameter, meaning less flex under load, but they add weight that counts against you at the airline scale. For golfers already near the 50-pound baggage threshold with a loaded bag, a heavy steel brace can be the difference between a free checked bag and an overweight fee. Aluminum also dents rather than bends permanently in some cases, though a severe impact can compromise either material. The honest answer is that both work well for typical handling — the deciding factors should be your weight budget and how often you fly.
Installation and Repack Practicality
Whatever you assemble at departure, you have to disassemble and repack on the way home, often in a cramped hotel room or rental car. Tool-free designs with cam locks or twist collars take seconds, while pole systems requiring hex keys or threaded couplings invite stripped fittings and lost hardware mid-trip. Look for locking mechanisms that hold under vibration — a pole that slowly collapses during transit loses most of its protective value without you knowing. Storage is the other practical issue: think about where the accessory lives between trips, since a bulky support system that can’t break down will be abandoned in a closet after two flights.
Airline Handling Realities
Baggage handlers move thousands of items per shift, and even careful crews stack bags in ways that put hundreds of pounds on top of yours. The forces involved are crushing and bending, not just dropping — which is why clubheads and shaft tips near the top of the bag suffer most. Any support accessory should be judged on how it changes the bag’s behavior under compression, and a “fragile” tag does nothing; structural protection is the only reliable defense. Also verify your airline’s sporting goods policy, since some carriers count golf bags as one checked item regardless of size while others apply dimensional weight. Buying protection that fits how airlines actually treat luggage saves more clubs than any accessory marketing claim.
Cost Versus Frequency of Travel
Spending on golf travel protection scales sensibly with how often you fly with clubs. A golfer taking one golf trip per year gets most of the available benefit from an inexpensive adjustable pole and a decent cover, and paying three times more for a premium system buys marginal risk reduction. Frequent travelers — five or more flights yearly — justify full-length armatures or hard cases because the annualized risk of damage compounds quickly, and a single broken driver shaft can exceed the price difference. Insurance and credit card coverage add another layer worth checking, since some premium travel cards cover sporting equipment damage automatically. The common mistake is matching spending to gear value alone while ignoring how often the gear actually flies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a support pole if my travel bag already has stiffening built in?
Built-in stiffeners in most soft covers are lightweight foam or plastic inserts that help the bag keep its shape, but they rarely prevent the deep flexing that snaps shafts when luggage is stacked. An aftermarket support pole or armature adds a rigid spine that carries load from the bag’s base to the top, which is a different job than shape retention. If your cover has a substantial internal frame and you mostly drive rather than fly, you can likely skip the extra brace. Flyers with expensive shafts should treat the pole as cheap insurance regardless, since the cost sits well below a single replacement driver shaft. The two systems are complementary rather than redundant.
Will a support pole put me over the airline weight limit?
A single aluminum or steel pole typically adds one to three pounds, which rarely matters on its own — but a loaded cart bag with shoes, balls, and rain gear can already sit near the 50-pound standard limit. Weigh your fully packed bag before the trip and treat the pole’s weight as part of that budget rather than an afterthought. Aluminum models save roughly a pound over equivalent steel versions, which can be the deciding factor if you’re close to the threshold. If you’re consistently over, moving balls and shoes into your carry-on is easier than buying lighter protection. The ZEEMO wheeled bag is the one option here where weight deserves extra scrutiny, since hard shells add bulk along with protection.
What size support pole fits my bag?
Measure your travel bag from the internal base to just above where your longest club’s head sits, with the bag loaded the way you actually travel. Stand bags usually work with poles extended to around 40–47 inches, while larger cart bags with driver-length clubs may need up to 55 or 60 inches. A pole like the 27–56 inch adjustable model covers most scenarios without overextending its locks. Avoid running a pole at its absolute maximum extension, since the locking joint becomes the weak point under load. When in doubt, buy the wider range — you can always collapse it, but you can’t extend past the limit.
Are full-length armature systems like the Bag Boy Backbone worth the extra cost?
For frequent flyers, generally yes, because the failure mode of single poles is mid-bag flex — the top stays supported while the middle still bows under stacked luggage. A full-length armature stiffens the entire bag the way a frame stiffens a backpack, which addresses the bending forces that actually break shafts. Occasional travelers taking one trip a year may find a quality adjustable pole delivers 90 percent of the benefit at a fraction of the price. The armature also adds some weight and takes a minute longer to install, so it’s a protection-over-convenience trade rather than a free upgrade. Match the purchase to your flight frequency and the value of the shafts you’re protecting.
Can I rely on a support pole instead of buying a hard case?
A supported soft cover handles most baggage handling well, but it cannot fully resist crushing forces the way a molded hard case can — if something heavy lands squarely on the bag, fabric and a pole will yield before rigid plastic does. For golfers flying with $600+ shafts or on long international routes with multiple transfer points, a hard case or hybrid bag like the ZEEMO remains the safer call. The supported soft cover wins on weight, storage at your destination, and price, which is why most recreational travelers choose it anyway. A sensible middle path is a quality pole system for domestic trips and renting a hard case or borrowing one for high-risk routes. Think of the pole as a major risk reducer, not absolute protection.
Conclusion
If you want the single best balance of protection, weight, and price, the Bag Boy Backbone is my overall recommendation — its full-length support solves the mid-bag flex problem that single poles leave exposed. For best value, the tool-free heavy-duty alloy pole (27–56 inches) delivers wide adjustability and solid stiffness at a budget price, ideal for the once-or-twice-a-year golf traveler. Frequent flyers and golfers carrying premium shafts should step up to the ZEEMO Full-Open Wheeled Travel Bag as the premium all-in-one pick, accepting extra weight in exchange for hard-shell confidence and easier terminal navigation. Beginners who just want their first golf trip to go smoothly can start with the adjustable 33–60 inch pole, which is simple to install and forgiving of bag-size guesswork. And if weight at the airline counter is your binding constraint, the aluminum options — the Gofly system or the aluminum support pole — shave pounds without giving up most of the protection. Whatever your travel pattern, pair whichever brace you choose with a cover in comparable condition, because the two only protect as well as the weaker of them performs.
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