The ifrothgolf review
A premium three-wheel push trolley from Big Max, built for walkers who are tight on boot and garage space. This is the second-gen Blade IP, leaning hard on its party trick: folding flatter than just about anything else out there.
What's great
The flat fold is the real deal, not marketing fluff. It collapses to under five inches thick (about the depth of a fizzy drink can) and slides into a packed boot or under a bed where other trolleys won't go. At roughly 13 to 15 pounds of powder-coated aluminium it feels properly made, barely any cheap plastic. The dual foot brakes hold it steady on a slope better than single-brake carts, and reviewers from Golf Monthly to Plugged In Golf rate it as one of the best push trolleys they've used. The new XL storage console is genuinely handy for balls, tees, phone and a rangefinder.
Worth knowing
It's dear, and Big Max stripped the cupholder that came on the original IP, then sells you one as an add-on, which is a cheek at this price. The folding is a touch fiddlier than the cheaper Blade Trio. The narrow rear wheelbase looks tippy and a few owners reckon the older version felt steadier on rough, hilly ground. The lower bungee straps do almost nothing, so a big staff bag sits a bit upright. Not for you if you want a do-it-all trolley with everything thrown in.
The verdict
If boot and storage space is your main headache, nothing folds smaller and it's a quality bit of kit I'd happily push. Just go in knowing you're paying top dollar and you'll likely be buying the cupholder separately.
What reviewers say
Reviewers consistently praise the tiny folded footprint and smooth roll. The main limitation noted is reduced lateral stability versus wider three-wheel carts on steep slopes.
