Zero Gravity Folding Drink Holder for Golf Bag

Update 9/15/25 - Check out the new logo golf ball design for this cup holder!  7 different logos to choose from.

Zero Gravity Golf Ball Folding Cup Holder-7 Brands by cmcraig2 MakerWorld: Download Free 3D Models

Update 9/9/25 - V4 version now includes bottom part that has a recessed channel for a standard aluminum can to fit into.  A print profile is also available for just this updated part by itself if you already printed the other parts.

Update 7/27/25 - V3 print profile now includes revised pin and pin lock.  After long term use, the “fingers” at the end of the pin may lose their flexibility and will allow the cup holder backplate to no longer fit snugly.  The revised pin has detents that accept the newly added pin lock.  Once assembled, press the pin lock into the pin.  It should click into place.  The pin lock prevents the fingers from collapsing over long term use.  This V3 print profile also includes the revised thumb bolt. 

Update 6/22/25 - Main print profile and A1 Mini print profile now includes revised thumb bolt which is easier to thread in yet still will stay in place without backing itself off during use.  A drop of oil is still recommended before the first time you thread it into the hook.  A revised thumb bolt print profile was also added with just the bolt by itself if you already printed the original version and wish to use the revised version.  

**Check my other uploads for college themed designs of this drink holder**

This is the perfect accessory if you like to walk the course and carry your bag like I do.  I got tired of setting my drink on the ground and kicking it over or forgetting about it and walking off.  I solved this problem with a convenient folding drink holder that clips onto the upper rim of your golf bag and tightens in place with a heavy-duty thumb turn bolt.  Set your bag down, open up the cup holder, and give your drink someplace safe to sit while you crush your drive.  The best part…. I mounted the cup holder onto a pivot pin so no matter what angle your bag is sitting (like on the side of a hill), your cup holder will stay level.  Once you find the fairway, pick up your drink, sling your bag over your shoulder and slap the cup holder closed.

I have used this for two seasons now for my weekly league and I wish I had it years ago.

Notes on printing - I put all the parts (with a spare pin just in case) on the same build plate.  I printed the hook and bolt out of PETG for a little extra strength.  I haven't broken one yet.

Notes on use - If you leave this thing cooking in the trunk of your car, it's probably going to deform a little.  Just take it off if you leave your clubs in your hot car all summer.

Notes on assembly - It requires two 3x8mm to 3x12mm screws,  Caphead or pan head should be fine.  Fit the bottom part onto the backplate and thread the screws into the hinge holes.  It's pretty self-explanatory.  Don't over-tighten the screws or it won't open and close easily.  Push the pin through the back side of the hook and then push the backplate onto the pin.

Notes on installation - The hook will accept 2-14mm thick golf bag rims.  Thread the thumb bolt into the hook all the way and then back it out before you install it onto your bag.  I made the tolerance of the threads tight for a reason so it wouldn't back itself off over time or out in the sun.  Actually, a drop or two of household oil on the threads before you thread it the first time will make it a lot easier.  This is recommended.  Once you thread it one time and the threads clean up the printing lines, it will be easy after that.  When you tighten it onto your golf bag, remember that you are very strong and DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!!  Just snug it up.  If it moves around a little, give it another quarter turn.