AME Design have recently completed the development of a unique Golf bag/trolley concept for Mike Powell Design. The Tour Caddy, Propod is a new and radical approach to the design and manufacture of the industry standard golf trolley and golf bag. The monocoque motorised carry pod, offers an all weather all in one golf solution.
The all in one battery powered pod incorporates three lightweight modules for transportation, easy handling and simple assembly ready for the course. The effortless progressive steering is achieved by the unique joystick controller, whilst the built in control panel and GPS range finder all help let the player concentrate on their game. Other unique features include weather sealed storage compartments, an insulated drinks compartment compartments, a wheel cleaning system and the ability to personalise the Propod with a range of colour and trim options.
AME Design helped realise the concept presented by Mike Powell, initial concepts explored not only the aesthetics of the product but also the size, configuration and construction of the Propod. Identifying the most appropriate and cost effective methods of manufacturing, AME ensured that the final design solution encompassed the range of unique features whilst delivering consumer appeal and a product that could be manufactured to a target cost.
The result was to generate a scaled prototype of the final design by AME's prototyping division and marketing collateral to enable Mike Powell Design to promote the innovative Propod.