Cleveland Frontline Putters Extended Line Review

Cleveland Frontline putters for 2021.

The super popular Cleveland Frontline putter family has expanded to include four new models, providing head shapes, neck designs and weighting options to fit any golfer.

New Cleveland Frontline Putter Options

The new model expansion includes four new offerings: Frontline 2.0 Flow Neck, Frontline 8.0 Slant Neck/Single Bend, Frontline 10.5 Slant Neck/Single Bend, Frontline Elevado Plumber’s Neck.

“Cleveland Frontline putters have changed how we think about weighting in putters,” said Dustin Brekke, Director of Engineering at Cleveland Golf. “Having weight as close to the face surface as possible while maximizing MOI provides the straightest putts on miss-hits ever measured. Frontline technology has eliminated the miss-hits. No matter where you hit on the insert, the ball will go straight and the same distance. This line-up, with additional models and builds, provides all options for players to uniquely align at impact. Delivering the face on the target line, while making the sweet spot ridiculously large, means more made putts.”

The weighting design extends up from the face and into the putter grip, giving each Frontline model a distinct feel. I had the opportunity to test out two models, one for each putter arc preference (straight-and-through vs. slight arc): the Frontline 10.5 and 8.0.

Feel and Performance

The distinction between the two Frontline models I tested were subtle, yet noticeable. While the 10.5 features a wider mallet-like head, the 8.0 is closer to a hybrid shape that’s slightly wider than a typical Newport or Anser design. Both models feel heavier toward the clubhead, especially toward the face, as is the point in these putters. At address both options feature a sleek, matte black paint with a single white stripe alignment aid that fans of a minimal design will appreciate.

At impact, both putters exude a soft, muted feel as the ball jumps off the face. You get just the right amount of feedback in your hands when striking a putt, giving you enough information to determine if you made center contact. The ball appeared to enter a true roll with minimal skid very quickly, with is important for any putter.

For me, the Frontline 10.5 putter was my preferred model. At 34”, I found gripping down slightly to fully extend my arms allowed just enough counter-balance in the grip to offset the heavier clubhead. This allowed me to use a more square-to-square stroke, which the Frontline 10.5 favors. Putts slightly off-center still rolled true with distance consistent with center-strike putts, exemplifying the putter’s forgiveness.

The Frontline 8.0, which favors a putting stroke with a slight arc, was also solid. While lighter in the narrower grip, the overall weight of the putter felt slightly heavier than a typical blade-style design. Personally, I found the Frontline 8.0 to be a bit less forgiving on miss-hits, but golfers who fit this putter’s profile will absolutely benefit from its features.

Overall Impression

Believe it or not, my typical gamer is a blade-style putter from a competing brand. I’ve used mallets in the past, as well as an infamous stint with an armlock mallet, but I always go back to my trusty blade.

The Cleveland Frontline 10.5 is seriously making me think twice about this preference. I enjoyed the 10.5 mallet so much that I’m thinking of making the switch this golf season. Putts rolled true, regardless of strike, and the combined feel and weight of the 10.5 is absolutely perfect for me. While a 33” length might be better overall, I cannot argue with the ease of made putts I experienced during my testing.

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Retail Information and Pricing

Pricing: $199.99

Additional Models: Frontline 2.0 Flow Neck, Frontline 8.0 Slant Neck/Single Bend, Frontline 10.5 Slant Neck/Single Bend, Frontline Elevado Plumber’s Neck

U.S. Retail Launch Date: February 12, 2021