Close Menu
    Facebook Instagram
    Instagram YouTube X (Twitter)
    Breaking Eighty | Best Golf Courses and Golf Product ReviewsBreaking Eighty | Best Golf Courses and Golf Product Reviews
    Subscribe
    • Home
    • About
    • Product Reviews
      • Golf Shoes
      • Golf Bags
      • Golf Clubs
      • Golf GPS
      • Golf Launch Monitors
      • Golf Rangefinders
      • Golf Recovery
    • Buying Guides
      • Best Golf Shoes
      • Best Launch Monitors
        • Best Simulator Studios
      • Best Golf Rangefinders
      • Best Golf Bags
      • Best Golf Cart Speakers
      • Best Putting Mats
      • Best Golf Clubs
        • Best Golf Drivers
        • Best Fairway Woods
        • Best Golf Irons
        • Best Golf Hybrids
        • Best Golf Wedges
    • Travel
      1. Golf Resorts
      2. Private Golf Clubs
      3. Best in State
      4. Hotel Reviews
      5. Breaking Eighty Top 100
      6. All Golf Course Reviews
      7. View All

      Why Vietnam Might Be the Most Underrated Golf Destination in the World

      May 1, 2025

      Dutchman’s Pipe Club Lives up to (High) Expectations

      February 3, 2025

      The Richland Course at Reynolds Lake Oconee is a Wonderful Marriage of Old and New

      October 29, 2024

      Mountain Sky: A Unique Five-Star Guest Ranch

      September 9, 2024

      Hoiana Shores: Insane Links Golf in…Vietnam?!

      April 23, 2025

      Dutchman’s Pipe Club Lives up to (High) Expectations

      February 3, 2025

      The Richland Course at Reynolds Lake Oconee is a Wonderful Marriage of Old and New

      October 29, 2024

      This Might Be the Most Exclusive Golf Course in Oregon

      September 20, 2024

      Best Golf Courses in Oregon: Everything You Need to Know

      September 3, 2024

      Best Golf Courses In New York: It’s (Private) Golf Mecca

      February 27, 2024

      Best Golf Courses In California: The Best Golf State in America?

      January 4, 2024

      Best Golf Courses In Wisconsin: Everything You Need to Know

      January 1, 2024

      Peninsula NYC Review: One of New York’s Grandest Hotels

      January 9, 2025

      Indulgent Paradise: Why Nemacolin Resort is a Must-Visit

      August 12, 2024

      I Wasn’t Prepared for Just How Special Sensei Porcupine Creek Would Be.

      June 6, 2024

      Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes: The Best Hotel in Town?

      March 4, 2024

      12+ Best Father’s Day Golf Deals for 2025

      May 20, 2025
      8.5

      The FootJoy HyperFlex is an Excellent Pair of Golf Shoes

      May 19, 2025

      The 3 Best Golf Travel Bags in 2025 (and One You Should Definitely Avoid)

      May 15, 2025

      Stitch Golf is Doing Things Different, and I’m Here for It.

      May 13, 2025

      12+ Best Father’s Day Golf Deals for 2025

      May 20, 2025
      8.5

      The FootJoy HyperFlex is an Excellent Pair of Golf Shoes

      May 19, 2025

      The 3 Best Golf Travel Bags in 2025 (and One You Should Definitely Avoid)

      May 15, 2025

      Stitch Golf is Doing Things Different, and I’m Here for It.

      May 13, 2025

      Why Vietnam Might Be the Most Underrated Golf Destination in the World

      May 1, 2025

      Hoiana Shores: Insane Links Golf in…Vietnam?!

      April 23, 2025

      Dutchman’s Pipe Club Lives up to (High) Expectations

      February 3, 2025

      The Richland Course at Reynolds Lake Oconee is a Wonderful Marriage of Old and New

      October 29, 2024
    • Eighty Club
    • Contact
    Breaking Eighty | Best Golf Courses and Golf Product ReviewsBreaking Eighty | Best Golf Courses and Golf Product Reviews
    Home»Golf Equipment»Golf Bags»Stitch MiY SL2: The Most Customizable Bag in Golf?
    Golf Bags

    Stitch MiY SL2: The Most Customizable Bag in Golf?

    Sean OgleBy Sean OgleUpdated:March 20, 20241 Comment
    Stitch MiY SL2
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    Stitch has long been making some of the best-looking bags in golf. In fact, the SL2 continues to get my pick as the best-looking golf bag in my best golf bags round up.

    And with the release of their new MIY SL2 bag – they’re also making one of the most customizable golf bags I’ve ever seen.

    The MIY moniker stands for “Make it Yours,” and it’s a really unique idea.

    Essentially they’ve created a modular golf bag. So you can choose which colors and accessories you’d like to include in your bag.

    To get started right now you have 3 choices when you buy your Stitch MIY SL2:

    1. Choose your bag color
    2. Choose your saddle color
    3. Choose your strap color

    It’s pretty wild.

    But how does it work in practice? Is there enough storage? Is it easy to switch out the different components?

    Most importantly, how does it feel when you’re carrying it?

    We’re going to answer all of these questions and more in this Stitch SL2 MIY golf bag review.

    First Impressions of the Stitch SL2 MIY Bag

    When I first opened up my Stitch SL2 MIY bag, there were two things that immediately came to my mind:

    First, this bag is beautiful. In typical Stitch fashion, it’s a great, unique-looking bag, with some nice colorways to choose from.

    Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag
    Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag

    Second thought, “Where’s the garment pocket?”

    The SL2 MIY bag has a unique design with a “saddle” that’s removable around the lower half of the bag.

    But in order to make this work, they’ve essentially deviated from most modern golf bag designs and removed the largest pocket on the bag.

    Considering they’re touting that this bag has “50% more storage” than the original SL2 – this caught me off guard and honestly had me a little concerned.

    We’ll talk about whether or not those concerns were unfounded later in the review.

    The “saddle” portion of the bag has two large pockets on each side, a magnetic ball pocket in the center, and an insulated water bottle sleeve.

    Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag
    The detachable “saddle” on the SL2 MIY

    As with most Stitch bags, there’s an option to customize an ingot with your initials for an additional $10.

    Their implementation doesn’t feel quite as high-end as the metal engraving on say the Titleist Linksmaster, but is still a nice touch.

    Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag customization
    The personalized “ingot” on the MIY bag.

    Both the bag and saddle are made with faux leather material that feels nice. This is especially welcome in the Pacific Northwest as these types of bags are better in rain than a traditional canvas bag. Although if playing in inclement weather were my main concern, I should have opted for something other than white.

    The handle at the top of the bag works fine and is made of durable plastic. After seeing bags like the Sun Mountain Mid Stripe and the Vessel Player IV use a leather handle, it does feel a little cheap in comparison.

    The SL2 MIY uses YKK Tough zippers, which is great to see. This will add durability and longevity, especially if you tend to be hard on your bags.

    As a whole though, the bag looks and feels high-end, and is certainly among the most unique bags I’ve ever tested. It doesn’t feel quite as premium as the Vessel bags, however, it’s not far off.

    How does it perform on the course? And is it easy to set up given how modular it is?

    Setting Up the Stitch SL2 MIY Bag

    I was a little concerned that getting the SL2 MIY bag was going to be a bit of a pain to setup properly.

    Fortunately, these fears were quickly put to rest.

    The strap system is the same found on other Stitch bags, and it works great. Simply attach the strap via the 4 clips found at the top and the center of the bag, put it over your shoulders, and adjust to fit your desired length.

    The bigger question is how does the new interchangeable “saddle’ work?

    Honestly, it’s very simple.

    There are two zippers, one on each side of the saddle. 

    Notice the two zippers on either side.

    You wrap it around the base of the bag, zip it up on both sides and away you go.

    If you’re going to tout the ability to have an interchangeable golf bag, you need to make it easy to actually make changes – and fortunately, Stitch nailed this aspect of it.

    If the idea of an inter-changeable bag isn’t your jam, then check out the Stitch SL2 Air Walker. It’s essentially the same bag without the modular-component, and is made out of a lightweight nylon instead of synthetic leather.

    How Does the SL2 MIY Bag Perform on the Course?

    If you’ve read my other bag reviews, you know how important the garment pouch is to me personally. Considering I often have a camera with a big lens and like to pack away at least one layer – my first thought about this bag was “this probably won’t be for me.”

    So imagine my surprise when after two rounds with it, I’m actually really enjoying it.

    My biggest complaint with the original SL2 has always been storage space – there’s very little of it.

    So despite claims of 50% more space, it felt like a step backward to get rid of the large pocket.

    But the two main pockets on the SL2 MIY bag are noticeably bigger than on previous models, and allow you to hold a deceiving amount of stuff in them.

    Stitch bags have never been aimed at “golf packrats” who need 20 pounds of stuff in their bag at all times, but the MIY model definitely increases your quality of life with the updated storage.

    The center ball compartment is fantastic. There’s room for plenty of balls and the magnetic opening is well-implemented. Inside is also a felt-lined valuables pocket – which is also perfectly functional. That said, I personally do prefer the more traditional location of a valuables pocket closer to the top of the bag. 

    Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag
    Magnetic ball pocket and valuables pocket.

    Carrying the bag feels great. The straps are very cushioned, and the stand legs and base are sturdy and work exactly as you’d expect.

    Base of the SL2 MIY bag.

    The water bottle pouch is easy to access, and I even put a Blue Tees Player+ speaker in there for one round – and it worked well considering that the speaker is definitely not designed to be carried.

    Stitch MiY SL2 Golf Bag - Use code "BE20" to save 20%
    Stitch MiY SL2 Golf Bag - Use code "BE20" to save 20%
    $448

    Stitch already makes some of the most beautiful bags in golf, but now they make one of the most customizable as well. There isn't anything else like this one the market. Use code "BE20" to save 20%!

    Buy from Stitch
    We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase at no additional cost to you.

    Who is the Stitch SL2 MIY For?

    The SL2 MIY bag is the only product of its kind, so figuring out who it’s a fit for can be a little bit tricky.

    First off, let’s look at this compared to a standard SL2 bag.

    Personally, I’d go for the new MIY SL2 over the original.

    All customization aside, just the fact that there’s noticeably more storage space that’s actually functional is enough to give it the nod for me.

    Second, this bag might be for you if you’re the kind of person who always likes something new.

    I liken it to leasing a car. Do you lease a car because you know you want something new every few years? Or are you the type of person to buy a car new and drive it into the ground over 10-15 years?

    Personally, I like novelty and always like to have something new. Assuming Stitch continues to invest in this platform, the potential for regular updates to colorways makes this a great way to get something new, without having to buy an entirely new bag each time.

    Considering you can get a new strap for just $34, this feels like a good way to mix things up.

    A new saddle isn’t cheap at $138, but when you compare it to buying a whole new bag, it’s not so bad.

    But with only 3 color options for saddles and straps right now, you’re taking a little bit of a chance that the MIY experiment works out and they invest in the platform long term.

    If you aren’t feeling the modular nature, but like the idea of more storage (and want to save a little money) their brand new SL2 Air Walker may be the one for you.

    My Favorite Use Case for the SL2 MIY

    Perhaps my favorite use case for the SL2 MIY bag is having multiple saddles that you then customize for different golfing scenarios.

    For instance, maybe you have a “Summer” saddle and a “Winter” saddle.

    One has all the stuff you need for a Summer round, while the other is for rainy or cold weather.

    In 2 minutes you can have a completely different setup ready to go, without having to have an entirely separate bag, and without having to fully clean your bag out in between seasons.

    Sure this is a little bit of a fringe use case, but that’s how I’ll be using mine.

    Final Thoughts on the Stitch SL2 MIY Golf Bag

    At $448 for a full set, the SL2 MIY is an expensive golf bag.

    The good news is that you can use the Stitch coupon code “BE20” which knocks 20% off of it, and brings it down to a much more reasonable, but still expensive $358.40.

    The SL2 MIY is my favorite Stitch golf bag to date. I think it looks great, has more storage than meets the eye, and feels great carrying on the course.

    But there are a lot of good golf bags on the market right now. The Sun Mountain Mid Stripe is almost the exact same price, and the materials on it feel a bit more high-end, and some may prefer the throwback vintage styling.

    One added bonus of the MIY bag is the fact that you won’t see many of them out in the wild since it’s brand new. If you buy, be prepared for people to say “ooooh, what is that?” as has been the case each time I’ve brought it to the course.

    If you’re the person who likes to tinker and switch things up on a regular basis then the SL2 MIY golf bag is likely the best bag on the market for you.

    Stitch MiY SL2 Golf Bag - Use code "BE20" to save 20%
    Stitch MiY SL2 Golf Bag - Use code "BE20" to save 20%
    $448

    Stitch already makes some of the most beautiful bags in golf, but now they make one of the most customizable as well. There isn't anything else like this one the market. Use code "BE20" to save 20%!

    Buy from Stitch
    We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase at no additional cost to you.
    8.8 Worth Buying

    The Stitch SL2 MIY bag not only looks good, but it's modular functionality is unique compared to anything else on the the market. It's expensive, but it works well and build quality is solid. It's definitely worth considering if you're in the market for a high end golf bag.

    The Good
    1. Looks great
    2. Revolutionary modular design
    3. Functional and comfortable to carry
    The Bad
    1. Limited Color Choices
    2. Expensive
    • Presentation 10
    • Performance 10
    • Price 7
    • Personal Affinity 8
    stitch
    Previous ArticleSqairz Golf Shoe Review: Do they actually add distance to your drives?
    Next Article G/FORE Gallivanter Review: The Best Looking Shoes in Golf?
    Sean Ogle

    As the Founder of Breaking Eighty Sean has spent the last 10+ years reviewing the best golf products and golf courses in the world. He prides himself on only writing about products and courses he's experienced first hand, and helping others find exactly what they need to enhance their enjoyment of the game we all love so much.

    Related Posts

    The 3 Best Golf Travel Bags in 2025 (and One You Should Definitely Avoid)

    May 15, 2025

    Stitch Golf is Doing Things Different, and I’m Here for It.

    May 13, 2025
    8.5

    Sunday Golf El Camino Superlite Bag: The Easiest Carry I’ve Ever Experienced

    May 5, 2025

    Best Golf Bags for 2025: 14 Bags for Every Type of Golfer

    March 14, 2025

    1 Comment

    1. Jay Dub on October 14, 2023 1:36 pm

      Color selections: black, white, navy blue. Yawn

      Reply
    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Quest: Play Top Courses
    Currently:
  • Top 100 in America: 49/100
  • Top 100 Public: 36/100
  • Top 100 in World: 52/100
  • Next Up: Good question!
    Email me! sean@breakingeighty.com
    About Us
    • About
    • The Eighty Club
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Cookie Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    Buying Guides
    • Best Golf Rangefinders
    • Best Golf Launch Monitors
    • Best Golf GPS
    • Best Golf Bags
    • Best Golf Shoes
    • More Golf Buying Guides
    • Golf Coupon Codes
    Golf Courses and Travel
    • Golf Resorts
    • Private Golf Clubs
    • Hotel Reviews
    • Breaking Eighty Top 100
    • Best in State
    • All Golf Course Reviews
    X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    © 2012-2025 Location 180, LLC

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.