Definition: "Golf buggy" is a term used primarily in Australasia and Europe and refers to the device(s) used to transport a golfer's bag of clubs around the course. Golf buggy - often shortened to just buggy - can refer to a passenger golf car (a k a, golf cart) designed to carry people and their golf bags; or to the walking carts or push carts designed to transport only the golf bag. In many parts of the world, the term "golf buggy" or "buggy" is primarily applied to the push cart, as the one pictured on this page. But the term can also be used as a synonym for golf cart.
A golf buggy of the push variety is usually 3-wheeled. Basic models may have two wheels and luxury models four wheels. Some luxury models are even self-propelled and remote-controlled.
Many golfers who prefer to walk the course own their own golf buggy. But some courses keep a fleet of them (just as they keep a fleet of riding carts) for rentals.
You can find more information about specific models of golf buggy in our golf accessories news and reviews section (look for headlines about walking carts or push carts). If you're thinking of purchasing a golf buggy and would like to get an idea of the variety and prices on the market, click to view price comparisons.
Also Known As: Walking cart, push cart, pull cart, golf cart
