The Lucky Clovers Cornhole Bags have generated significant interest in the cornhole community, particularly due to their unique slow-side carpet material. As a 2024 release, these bags promised a balanced performance, but the experience has been a mixed bag for many. Below is a review of Lucky Clovers cornhole bags, we’ll dive into the specifics of these bags and my personal experience with them.
Lucky Clovers Cornhole Bags Review
Speeds and Template
- Speeds: (Listed: 5/9) Actual: 6/9
- Bag Template Size: Medium (L: 5.75″ x W: 5.75″)
- Fullness: Med-Full
- Weight: 457g
- Bead Fill Type: Disc
- Carpet Bag: Yes
First Impression
Throwing the Lucky Clovers cornhole bag has been an adventure. This was the 2024 bag I was most eager to try, particularly because of the new slow-side carpet material. Mike at Worlds warned me that these bags were fast initially but would slow down over time. He wasn’t wrong. For the first month, these bags played incredibly fast—more like an 8-9 than the advertised 5.
Break-In Process
I asked around if others were experiencing similar. Most people said the same. However, a few said to be patient and give it time. I’ll be honest. My patience almost ran out. I decided to do one more “break-in” treatment with Dawn dish soap and hot water. I rubbed the slow side material aggressively with the palm of my hand to try and get off any waxy residue or conditioner left on the bag from the original break-in. After this second treatment, it worked. The bag is now playing more like a 6-6.5. It’s still faster than the advertised 5. However, it’s a fantastic option when the boards are playing a little slow.
Fast Side and Fill
The fast side is the same as the pro sniper. It’s no secret by now that this material is my favorite fast side. It runs the boards well, it pushes through anything and collects easily. The material is also very tough and more resistant to pulls than most others.
The fill is the flat disc, or at least mostly flat disc. These bags are insanely forgiving. This bag really doesn’t kick much. It lands flat and moves up the board. The more I throw this bag, the more I love it. Now, it’s not a bag that is gonna roll very easily, but it’s possible.
Performance in Humidity
So while reviewing and testing Lucky Clovers cornhole bags These bags remind me a lot of a pro sniper in terms of playability. They both play about a 6/9. The difference is that the Clover is carpet. The carpet will speed up a touch in humid, moisture-ridden conditions, where the Pro Sniper will slow down. This bag plays more like a 7.5/8 in humidity. You’ll have no problem moving this bag up the boards when it’s sticky out. For that, I think it’s a perfect complement for you Pro Sniper throwers when the boards get so slow in moisture that you have trouble getting even those to move.
Final Thoughts on Clovers
I did not like this bag at first. I was ready to throw them on the market and give them to someone else. I promise, for the first two weeks or so, these might have been the fastest bags I’ve ever thrown. It took a lot of throwing, treating, and patience until this bag came into its own. Now I love them. A lot of my friends really like them as well. Of Lucky’s 3 new releases so far this year, the Clovers is likely my favorite. Though I’m still throwing the Luciano and Trinity and trying to get a good read on them. If you like Lucky bags and you like carpet, this is a must-own. This bag performs wonderfully in moisture and reminds me much of how the podium glides through even the dampest conditions. For that, this bag should hold a place in my lineup.
Important Update For Lucky Cornhole Bags
Now I want everyone reading this to pay attention here. It was brought to my knowledge that Lucky has since changed the slow-side material from the initial launched version. Apparently, this “new” material is just the old material flipped over. The reverse side supposedly plays much slower right out of the gate. It very well could be a true 5-speed. I haven’t got to throw them yet, so I can’t say for sure based on personal experience. A 5-speed would be much better for me as a “go-to” bag in normal conditions. I’m very curious to see how the reverse side plays. Just be aware that the review above is on the original version released by Lucky. I anticipate, other than the slow side being slower, the rest of the bag will play much the same. If I get a chance to throw the updated version, I will let you all know.
