{"id":11031,"date":"2026-04-29T10:00:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/?p=11031\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T10:00:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:00:34","slug":"cleveland-hb-soft-putter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/cleveland-hb-soft-putter\/","title":{"rendered":"cleveland hb soft putter"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"background: #fff8e1; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #333;\">Quick Verdict on the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Range<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The Cleveland HB Soft 2 putter range gives you five distinctly different head shapes for one easy price of \u00a3119, with a single shared face technology and grip philosophy that makes choosing between them refreshingly simple.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"This Putter Changed Everything! Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter - Best Putter Ever?\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eopH1mzdHos?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 15px 0;\">Whether you favour a classic blade, a fanged mallet, or a full mallet, the Cleveland HB Soft 2 line lets you pick the head shape and neck design that match your putting stroke without forcing a price compromise. Every model includes a headcover, is covered by the full Cleveland manufacturer&#8217;s warranty, and arrives ready to play.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 15px 0 0 0;\">Backed by our 60-day returns policy and the expertise of PGA professional Mark Crossfield and the team at The Golf Shop Online, this is one of the smartest value picks in the 2026 putter market.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 40px; color: #398100;\"><div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5b5d\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5b5d');<\/script><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 40px; color: #398100;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Range: At a Glance<\/h3>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; margin: 15px 0;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 540px; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Head Shape<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Hosel<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Stroke Type<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Model 1<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Classic Blade<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Plumber&#8217;s Neck<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Slight Arc<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u00a3119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Model 8S<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Oversized Blade<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Slant<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Slight Arc<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u00a3119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Model 11<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Fanged Mallet<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Single Bend<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Straight<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u00a3119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Model 11C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Fanged Mallet<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Centre-Shafted<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Straight<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u00a3119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Model 15<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Full Mallet<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Single Bend<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Straight<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">\u00a3119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 10px;\"><strong>All models feature:<\/strong> Speed Optimised Face Technology, headcover included, 34&#8243; or 35&#8243; lengths, and a 20g counterbalance weight on 35&#8243;+ shafts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #666;\">Tip: scroll the table sideways on mobile to see every column.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 3px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #398100; padding: 12px 20px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #fff; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 500; text-align: center;\">Quick Navigation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#why-hb-soft-2\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Why the HB Soft 2 Range Matters<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#tech-explained\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Speed Optimised Face Tech Explained<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#stroke-primer\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Stroke Type and Head Shape Primer<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#model-1\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span>Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 1<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#model-8s\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span>Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 8S<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#model-11\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span>Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#model-11c\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span>Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11C<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#model-15\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span>Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 15<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#decision-tree\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Which Cleveland HB Soft 2 Should You Buy?<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#player-profiles\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Player Profiles<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#faqs\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> FAQs<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#why-tgso\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Why Buy From The Golf Shop Online<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#final-verdict\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Final Verdict<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 11px 16px;\"><a style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; font-size: 13px;\" href=\"#complete-setup\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-weight: 500;\">\u2192<\/span> Complete Your Setup<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-hb-soft-2\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Why the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Range Matters in 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Cleveland&#8217;s HB Soft 2 family sits in a sweet spot of the modern putter market. At \u00a3119 per head, it offers a level of design choice and engineering you would expect from putters costing two or three times as much. Cleveland&#8217;s promise is straightforward: pick the head shape that suits your eye and your stroke, and you will get the same insert technology, the same counterbalanced feel, and the same headcover regardless of which model you choose.<\/p>\n<p>That promise resonates with the way most golfers actually buy putters. You walk into a fitting bay, you stand over a few different shapes, and one feels right. The Cleveland HB Soft 2 range respects that instinct by giving you blade, mid-mallet, fanged mallet and full mallet options under a single design philosophy.<\/p>\n<p>There is no upsell, no &#8220;tour&#8221; version that costs more, and no compromise on materials between models. The team at <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland\/putters\/\">Cleveland Putters<\/a> has worked hard to ensure each model performs at its full potential, rather than feeling like a stripped-back version of a flagship.<\/p>\n<p>This guide compares the five most popular men&#8217;s models in the Cleveland HB Soft 2 line: the classic blade Model 1, the slightly oversized blade Model 8S, the fanged mallet Model 11, the centre-shafted Model 11C, and the high-MOI full mallet Model 15.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tech-explained\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Speed Optimised Face Technology Explained<\/h2>\n<p>Cleveland&#8217;s face insert is the engineering hero across every Cleveland HB Soft 2 model. It looks understated, but the milling pattern is doing more work than the eye initially registers. The grooves are tightly packed in the centre of the face and gradually open out towards the heel and toe. The result is a face that releases more energy near the centre and slightly less on off-centre strikes, evening out ball speed across the entire surface.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5b8f\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5b8f');<\/script>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; margin: 15px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Speed Optimised Face Insert<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">The variable groove density flattens out the speed difference between centre strikes and slight mishits. In practice that means a putt struck slightly out of the toe rolls roughly the same distance as one flushed in the middle, which is exactly the sort of forgiveness golfers need on long lag putts and pressure six-footers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; margin: 15px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Stroke Specific Tuning<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Cleveland adjusts the milling pattern across the range so each head shape gets a face matched to its centre of gravity and MOI. You are not getting the same insert glued onto five different heads. You are getting an insert tuned for the way each head wants to deliver the ball.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; margin: 15px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Counterbalance Weighting<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Putters built at 35&#8243; or longer ship with a 20g counterbalance weight in the butt of the grip. This stabilises the head through impact and helps quieten the hands, which is particularly useful for golfers fighting yips or first-putt nerves on quick greens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"stroke-primer\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Stroke Type and Head Shape Primer<\/h2>\n<p>Before you choose a model, it helps to know how your putting stroke moves. Two broad categories matter for putter selection: a slight arc (where the head naturally swings inside-square-inside, with face rotation) and a straight stroke (where the path stays square to the line and the face barely rotates). Cleveland matches each head shape to one of these two patterns.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>How to spot your stroke type:<\/strong> Place a chalk line on the carpet and putt towards a coin. Film yourself from above with a phone. If the head moves inside the line on the takeback and rotates from open to closed, you have a slight arc. If the head stays square and travels along the line, you have a straighter stroke.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Most amateur golfers fall somewhere on this spectrum. The team at The Golf Shop Online can help you identify your stroke type if you are unsure. Call us free on <strong>0800 3681097<\/strong> for a quick chat with one of our PGA professionals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Slight arc strokes pair best with toe-hang putters, where the toe of the head naturally drops when balanced on a finger. The Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 1 and Model 8S both deliver moderate toe hang for arcing strokes. Straight strokes pair best with face-balanced putters where the face points to the sky when balanced. The Model 11, Model 11C and Model 15 are face-balanced for straighter strokes. Match the head to the stroke, and you remove a layer of compensation from your game.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"model-1\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 1: The Classic Blade<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><img style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/assets\/images\/productimages\/original\/26DE6211-AF21-B701-C5B2ACB3158BFB3A.jpg\" alt=\"Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 1\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">Design Philosophy<\/h3>\n<p>The Model 1 is the purest, most traditional putter in the Cleveland HB Soft 2 family. It is a clean blade with a plumber&#8217;s neck hosel and a single alignment line, which is exactly the look that tour professionals have used for decades. If you grew up watching the world&#8217;s best on television and pictured holing the winning putt with a classic blade, the Model 1 will feel like coming home.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the traditional look, this is a 2026 design. The plumber&#8217;s neck creates a moderate toe hang that loves a slight arc, and the milled insert produces the soft, dampened feel that Cleveland has built its putter reputation on. At 355g of head weight, it is the lightest putter in the range, which suits golfers who like to feel the head working through the stroke rather than dragging it.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5bb6\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5bb6');<\/script>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Specifications<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Head Shape:<\/strong> Classic Blade<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hosel:<\/strong> Plumber&#8217;s Neck<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toe Hang:<\/strong> Moderate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended Stroke:<\/strong> Slight Arc<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head Weight:<\/strong> 355g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alignment:<\/strong> 1 Line<\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Pistol<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand:<\/strong> Right and Left-handed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a3119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Strengths<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Timeless silhouette<\/strong> that suits any age and any golf bag<\/li>\n<li><strong>Available in left-hand,<\/strong> which is rare at this price point<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lightest head<\/strong> in the range for golfers who like to feel the swing<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pistol grip<\/strong> encourages natural hand release through the ball<\/li>\n<li><strong>Excellent for arcing strokes<\/strong> thanks to plumber&#8217;s neck hosel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #dc4332; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #dc4332; margin-top: 0;\">Considerations<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Lower MOI<\/strong> than the mallets in the range, so off-centre hits are less forgiving.A s<strong>inglee alignment line<\/strong> may feel minimal if you prefer bold visuals<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not face-balanced,<\/strong> so it will not suit a straight stroke<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Who Should Buy the Model 1?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Golfers with a natural slight arc stroke who prefer a clean address view<\/li>\n<li>Players who already use a blade and want to upgrade to a softer face<\/li>\n<li>Left-handed golfers searching for a quality blade at a sensible price<\/li>\n<li>Anyone who wants to feel the toe of the head release through impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em;\">Bag the Classic Blade Choice<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">A traditional shape with a modern feel, ready to play out of the box.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>\u00a3119 with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-1\/\">Shop the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 1 \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5bdb\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOproduct(27568, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5bdb');<\/script>\n<h2 id=\"model-8s\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 8S: The Confidence Blade<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><img style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/assets\/images\/productimages\/original\/27119154-A2DB-A441-0F38EAAF5CF740A4.jpg\" alt=\"Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 8S\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">Design Philosophy<\/h3>\n<p>The Model 8S takes the classic blade silhouette of the Model 1 and adds a touch of bulk for golfers seeking greater visual confidence at address. It is still recognisably a blade, but the slightly oversized footprint gives the eye more to settle on, which can help calm pre-putt nerves on tight pin positions. The slant-neck hosel produces a similar moderate toe hang to the Model 1, so it remains a slightly arcing putter, but the heavier 365g head adds stability.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5bff\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5bff');<\/script>\n<p>This is a great option for the golfer who likes the look of a tour blade but wants the perceived security of a slightly bigger head. Think of the Model 8S as a halfway house between the purist Model 1 and the more forgiving fanged mallet Model 11. The slant neck encourages a touch more face rotation through the stroke, which suits players who release the head naturally.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Specifications<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Head Shape:<\/strong> Oversized Blade<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hosel:<\/strong> Slant<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toe Hang:<\/strong> Moderate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended Stroke:<\/strong> Slight Arc<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head Weight:<\/strong> 365g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alignment:<\/strong> 1 Line<\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Pistol<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand:<\/strong> Right Handed Only<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a3119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Strengths<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>More forgiving<\/strong> than the Model 1 thanks to the larger blade footprint<\/li>\n<li><strong>Slant neck<\/strong> sets up beautifully for natural release players<\/li>\n<li><strong>The heavier 365g head<\/strong> adds stability on quick greens<\/li>\n<li><strong>Single alignment line<\/strong> keeps the address view clean and uncluttered<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premium look<\/strong> that would not feel out of place in a tour player&#8217;s bag<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #dc4332; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #dc4332; margin-top: 0;\">Considerations<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Right hand only,<\/strong> which rules out a chunk of left-handed players<\/li>\n<li><strong>Still a blade,<\/strong> so high-handicappers may find a mallet more forgiving<\/li>\n<li><strong>Single-line alignment<\/strong> might not suit golfers who want extra visual cues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Who Should Buy the Model 8S?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Slight arc putters who want a touch more head confidence than a pure blade<\/li>\n<li>Golfers who like the slant neck look popular on tour<\/li>\n<li>Players moving away from a small blade, but who do not want to jump straight into a mallet<\/li>\n<li>Anyone who wants the feel of a heavier head without losing the blade silhouette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em;\">A Modern Take on a Traditional Blade<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">Slightly bigger, slightly heavier, beautifully finished.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>\u00a3119 with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-8s\/\">Shop the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 8S \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5c1f\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOproduct(27569, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5c1f');<\/script>\n<h2 id=\"model-11\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 11: The Modern Mallet<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><img style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/assets\/images\/productimages\/original\/277B2EF0-A46C-AB57-E69760031F23F19F.jpg\" alt=\"Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 11\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">Design Philosophy<\/h3>\n<p>The Model 11 is where the Cleveland HB Soft 2 range pivots toward higher MOI and greater forgiveness. The fanged mallet head is one of the most popular shapes in golf right now, and for good reason: it places mass at the extremes of the head, which makes the putter resistant to twisting on off-centre strikes. Pair that with a single-bend hosel that creates a face-balanced setup, and you have a putter purpose-built for the player who wants their stroke to stay straight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5c3f\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5c3f');<\/script>\n<p>Cleveland has finished the Model 11 with a max-contrast three-line alignment system that virtually pulls your eye onto the target line. The wider, oversized grip quietens the hands, helping you focus on rocking the shoulders and letting the head do the work. This is the kind of putter that turns three-putts into two-putts and gives nervous lag putters a fighting chance.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Specifications<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Head Shape:<\/strong> Fanged Mallet<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hosel:<\/strong> Single Bend<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toe Hang:<\/strong> Face-Balanced<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended Stroke:<\/strong> Straight<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head Weight:<\/strong> 365g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alignment:<\/strong> 3 Lines<\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Oversized<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand:<\/strong> Right- and left-handed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a3119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Strengths<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>High MOI fanged shape<\/strong> resists twisting on mishits<\/li>\n<li><strong>Three-line alignment<\/strong> gives huge visual confidence<\/li>\n<li><strong>Available in left-hand<\/strong> as well as right-hand<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oversized grip<\/strong> helps quieten the hands and stabilise the stroke<\/li>\n<li><strong>Face-balanced<\/strong> matches modern straight-back, straight-through strokes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #dc4332; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #dc4332; margin-top: 0;\">Considerations<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Larger footprint<\/strong> than the blades, which may feel busy at address for traditionalists<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not suited to slight arc<\/strong> strokes due to the face-balanced setup<\/li>\n<li><strong>Three lines<\/strong> can be visually distracting if you prefer minimal alignment cues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Who Should Buy the Model 11?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Players with a straight-back, straight-through stroke who want maximum forgiveness<\/li>\n<li>Golfers who struggle with face rotation and want a face-balanced design<\/li>\n<li>Mid to high-handicappers seeking confidence on the green<\/li>\n<li>Left-handed players who want a modern fanged mallet at a sensible price<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em;\">Modern Forgiveness in a Mallet Package<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">High-MOI fanged mallet with bold alignment, ready to roll.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>\u00a3119 with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-11\/\">Shop the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11 \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5c5c\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOproduct(27567, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5c5c');<\/script>\n<h2 id=\"model-11c\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 11C: The Centre-Shafted Specialist<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><img style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/assets\/images\/productimages\/original\/27A6417E-FC13-2EE6-3700E7276687FF9F.jpg\" alt=\"Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 11C\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">Design Philosophy<\/h3>\n<p>The Model 11C shares the fanged mallet head of the Model 11 but swaps out the single bend hosel for a centre-shafted design. The shaft enters the head right above the sweet spot, which is the most stable, most face-balanced configuration you can engineer in a putter. The result is a head that wants to swing on a dead-straight path, with almost no urge to rotate. For golfers who repeatedly miss putts on the same side because their face is opening or closing at impact, this setup can immediately straighten things out.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5c79\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5c79');<\/script>\n<p>Centre-shafted putters used to be a niche category dominated by a handful of bespoke designs. Cleveland has democratised the format by offering it at the same \u00a3119 price as the rest of the Cleveland HB Soft 2 range. If your local club professional has ever told you to &#8220;stop releasing the face&#8221;, the Model 11C is worth a serious look.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Specifications<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Head Shape:<\/strong> Fanged Mallet<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hosel:<\/strong> Centre-Shafted<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toe Hang:<\/strong> Face-Balanced<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended Stroke:<\/strong> Straight<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head Weight:<\/strong> 365g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alignment:<\/strong> 3 Lines<\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Oversized<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand:<\/strong> Right Handed Only<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a3119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Strengths<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Centre-shafted design<\/strong> minimises face rotation more than any other model in the range.e<\/li>\n<li><strong>Highly visual three-line alignment<\/strong> guides the eye to the target line<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stable fanged mallet shape<\/strong> retains all the MOI benefits of the Model 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Same trusted face insert<\/strong> for soft, controlled ball speed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Excellent value<\/strong> at \u00a3119 for a centre-shafted option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #dc4332; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #dc4332; margin-top: 0;\">Consideration<strong style=\"color: #333333;\">Right-hand<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>nd only,<\/strong> which limits availability for left-handed players<\/li>\n<li><strong>Centre-shafting takes some adjustment<\/strong> if you have only ever used heel-shafted putters<\/li>\n<li><strong>Niche fit<\/strong> outside of true straight strokers, who may find it too &#8220;locked in&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Who Should Buy the Model 11C?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Golfers who consistently miss putts to one side because of face rotation<\/li>\n<li>Players coached to use a &#8220;no release&#8221; putting stroke<\/li>\n<li>Anyone curious about centre-shafting who does not want to spend \u00a3300 on a boutique putter<\/li>\n<li>Pure straight-stroke putters who want the most face-balanced feel possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em;\">Centre-Shafted Stability Without the Boutique Price<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">The most face-balanced option in the HB Soft 2 range.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>\u00a3119 with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-11c\/\">Shop the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11C \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5c94\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOproduct(27566, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5c94');<\/script>\n<h2 id=\"model-15\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 15: The Maximum MOI Mallet<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><img style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/assets\/images\/productimages\/original\/27DE9CEA-EFEA-281A-5A2F0D350D64B887.jpg\" alt=\"Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Model 15\" \/><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">Design Philosophy<\/h3>\n<p>If you want every gram of forgiveness Cleveland can pack into a \u00a3119 putter, the Model 15 is your putter. It is a full mallet with a deep back and an extended footprint, deliberately engineered to push the centre of gravity as far back as possible. That CG position fights twisting forces on off-centre strikes and helps the face stay square through impact, which is exactly what most amateur golfers need on tricky greens.<\/p>\n<p>The Model 15 pairs the single-bend hosel of the Model 11 with a more substantial body, giving it a face-balanced feel and a noticeably more secure weighting through the stroke. The bold three-line alignment pattern is the cleanest visual aid in the range, drawing your eye onto the target line and helping you commit to the stroke. For high-handicappers and anyone fighting nerves on short putts, this is the most encouraging shape in the lineup.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Specifications<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Head Shape:<\/strong> Full Mallet<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hosel:<\/strong> Single Bend<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toe Hang:<\/strong> Face-Balanced<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recommended Stroke:<\/strong> Straight<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head Weight:<\/strong> 365g<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alignment:<\/strong> 3 Lines<\/li>\n<li><strong>Length:<\/strong> 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grip:<\/strong> Oversized<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand:<\/strong> Right Handed Only<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a3119<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Strengths<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Maximum MOI<\/strong> across the Cleveland HB Soft 2 family for the steadiest stroke<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bold alignment<\/strong> that lines up almost effortlessly<\/li>\n<li><strong>Excellent for nervous putters<\/strong> thanks to high stability<\/li>\n<li><strong>Face-balanced<\/strong> design for repeatable straight strokes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Substantial feel<\/strong> that settles the hands at address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #dc4332; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #dc4332; margin-top: 0;\">Considerations<strong style=\"color: #333333;\">Right-hand<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><strong>Only<\/strong>\u00a0left-handers will need to look at the Model 11<\/li>\n<li><strong>Largest footprint<\/strong> in the line, which can feel oversized for traditionalists<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not suited to arcing strokes<\/strong> because of the face-balanced setup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Who Should Buy the Model 15?<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>High-handicappers who want the most forgiving putter in the range<\/li>\n<li>Players who get nervous over short putts and need a stabilising shape<\/li>\n<li>Golfers transitioning from a blade and embracing the modern mallet world<\/li>\n<li>Anyone with a straight-back, straight-through stroke chasing maximum stability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2em;\">Maximum Forgiveness, Maximum Confidence<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">The most stable putter in the Cleveland HB Soft 2 range.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>\u00a3119 with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-15\/\">Shop the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 15 \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5cb0\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOproduct(31694, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5cb0');<\/script>\n<h2 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Side by Side: How the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Models Stack Up<\/h2>\n<p>To put the differences between the five models in context, here is a side-by-side performance rating from our PGA professional team. Ratings are out of five stars and are based on each putter&#8217;s design intent and how it performs in our fitting sessions.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; margin: 15px 0;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 540px; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Performance Trait<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model 1<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model 8S<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model 11<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model 11C<\/th>\n<th style=\"background: #398100; color: white; padding: 12px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Model 15<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Forgiveness (MOI)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Alignment Confidence<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Slight Arc Suitability<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Straight Stroke Suitability<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Visual Simplicity<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Tour-Style Look<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><span style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 15px;\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #666;\">Tip: scroll the table sideways on mobile to see all five putters.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"decision-tree\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Which Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Should You Buy?<\/h2>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #398100;\">START HERE: What is your stroke type?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 20px 0; padding: 15px; background: white; border-left: 4px solid #398100;\">\n<p><strong style=\"color: #398100;\">Priority 1: Slight Arc Stroke<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">Does your stroke arc inside the line on the takeback with natural face rotation through impact?<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 10px 0 10px 20px;\">\n<li><strong>YES<\/strong> \u2192 Continue to Priority 2 (blade or oversized blade?)<\/li>\n<li><strong>NO<\/strong> \u2192 Skip to Priority 3 (straight stroke options)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 20px 0; padding: 15px; background: white; border-left: 4px solid #7fba23;\">\n<p><strong style=\"color: #7fba23;\">Priority 2: Pure Blade or Oversized Blade?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">Do you prefer the smallest, most traditional silhouette possible at address?<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<li><strong>YES<\/strong> \u2192 <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>Choose the Model 1<\/strong><\/span> (\u00a3119) for a classic plumber&#8217;s neck blade<\/li>\n<li><strong>NO<\/strong> \u2192 <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>Choose the Model 8S<\/strong><\/span> (\u00a3119) for a slightly bigger blade with a slant neck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 20px 0; padding: 15px; background: white; border-left: 4px solid #dc4332;\">\n<p><strong style=\"color: #dc4332;\">Priority 3: How much help do you want from the head?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">If you have a straight stroke, the question becomes how much MOI and visual help you want.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 10px 0;\">\n<li><strong>I want the maximum forgiveness possible<\/strong> \u2192 <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>Choose the Model 15<\/strong><\/span> (\u00a3119) full mallet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>I miss putts due to face rotation and want it eliminated<\/strong> \u2192 <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>Choose the Model 11C<\/strong><\/span> (\u00a3119) centre-shafted mallet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>I want a balanced fanged mallet, available in left hand<\/strong> \u2192 <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>Choose the Model 11<\/strong><\/span> (\u00a3119)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"player-profiles\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Player Profile Recommendations<\/h2>\n<p>Still not sure which model fits? Here are three real-world golfer profiles that closely match specific Cleveland HB Soft 2 putters.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: #e8f5e9; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">The Traditionalist<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Profile:<\/strong> Mid-handicapper who has used a blade since they took up the game and prefers the way a small head sits behind the ball.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Recommendation:<\/strong> Cleveland <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>HB Soft 2 Model 1<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Why:<\/strong> Pure plumber&#8217;s neck blade, soft face insert and a moderate toe hang that mirrors the muscle memory of a classic blade swing.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Consider buying<\/strong> a\u00a0<a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/golf-balls\/\">golf ball<\/a> to feel the upgraded face on every putt.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; border: 2px solid #7fba23; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">The Improver<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Profile:<\/strong> Weekend golfer in the 12 to 20 handicap range who is happy with their long game but feels they leak shots on the greens.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Recommendation:<\/strong> Cleveland <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>HB Soft 2 Model 11<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Why:<\/strong> The fanged mallet pattern delivers a giant jump in MOI compared to a blade, with bold alignment and a face-balanced stroke that suits a typical amateur takeback.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Consider buying:<\/strong> Match it with a quality stand bag from our <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/bags\/\">golf bags collection<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border: 2px solid #398100; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">The Rebuilder<\/h4>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Profile:<\/strong> The golfer rebuilding their stroke after a bout of yips or an inconsistent face at impact.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0;\"><strong>Recommendation:<\/strong> Cleveland <span style=\"color: #398100;\"><strong>HB Soft 2 Model 11C or Model 15<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Why:<\/strong> Both heads are face-balanced and high-MOI. The 11C uses a centre shaft to remove rotation. The 15 uses a deep-back full mallet for maximum stability. Either is a confidence builder.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Consider buying:<\/strong> Add a few sleeves of golf balls and a fresh <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/footjoy\/gloves\/\">FootJoy golf glove<\/a> to complete the practice round refresh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3e0; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #dc4332; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 4px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 1.05em;\"><strong>Need Expert Advice?<\/strong> Our PGA professional team, led by Mark Crossfield, is happy to walk you through the differences between these models. Call us free on <strong>0800 3681097<\/strong> or email <a style=\"color: #398100;\" href=\"mailto:sales@thegolfshoponline.co.uk\">sales@thegolfshoponline.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter FAQs<\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">How do I know if I have a slight arc or a straight stroke?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>The simplest test is to film your stroke from above.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Place a ball on a flat carpet, set a chalk line behind it, and putt towards a target with your phone propped up overhead. Watch the head: if it stays square to the line all the way through, you have a straight stroke. If it moves inside the line and the toe rotates from open to closed, you have a slight arc. If you are unsure, our team can talk you through it on the phone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">Are the Cleveland HB Soft 2 putters available in left hand?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>Two of the five most popular models are Model 1 and Model 11.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">If you are a left-handed golfer choosing between a blade and a mallet, the Model 1 is your blade option, and the Model 11 is your fanged mallet option: the Model 8S, Model 11C, and Model 15 are right-hand-only at the time of writing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">What length should I order, 34&#8243; or 35&#8243;?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>34&#8243; suits most male golfers between roughly 5&#8217;8&#8243; and 6&#8217;1&#8243; with a standard putting posture.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Taller players or anyone who stands more upright over the ball often prefer 35&#8243;, and the 35&#8243; version ships with a 20g counterbalance weight in the grip for extra stability. If you are unsure, our PGA professional team can recommend a length based on your height and posture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">Is the headcover included with each putter?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>Yes, every Cleveland HB Soft 2 putter ships with a matching headcover from the factory.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">There are no hidden extras. The headcover protects the milled face during transport in your bag and is sized to fit the specific head shape of the model you order.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">How does the Model 11 differ from the Model 11C?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>They share the same fanged mallet head and three-line alignment, but the hosel is different.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">The Model 11 uses a single-bend hosel, which produces a face-balanced setup with a small amount of natural feel throughout the stroke. The Model 11C uses a true centre-shafted hosel, where the shaft enters the head directly above the sweet spot, delivering the most face-balanced, no-rotation feel possible. The 11C is best for golfers who want their face to stay perfectly square through impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100;\">Can I return my putter if I do not get on with it?<\/h4>\n<div style=\"background: #f0f7ff; border-left: 5px solid #398100; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong>Yes. The Golf Shop Online offers a 60-day returns policy on all products.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">If you are unhappy with any product, you may return it (unused, unopened, and in its original packaging) within 60 days for a full refund. Pleaseo buy with confidence and pick the head shape that genuinely suits your stroke.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-tgso\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Why Purchase Your Cleveland Putter from The Golf Shop Online?<\/h2>\n<div style=\"background: #f8f9fa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 25px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Award-Winning Service Since 2002<\/h4>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5cbe\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5cbe');<\/script>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 10px;\"><strong>Average Rating: 4.9 out of 5.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"><strong>29,000+ Total Reviews<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 5px;\">8,000+ on Reviews.co.uk \u2022 6,000+ on Trustpilot \u2022 15,000+ on Google<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">Led by PGA professional <strong>Mark Crossfield<\/strong>, with over 330 million YouTube views<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 15px; margin: 25px 0;\">\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">60-Day Returns Policy<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">If you are unhappy with any product, you may return it (unused, unopened, and in its original packaging) within 60 days for a full refund.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Authorised Cleveland Retailer<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Every Cleveland HB Soft 2 putter we ship is a genuine product, supplied directly through our authorised retailer agreement and protected by a full Cleveland manufacturer warranty.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Expert PGA Guidance<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Our team of four PGA professionals, led by Mark Crossfield, are on hand to talk you through stroke type, head shape and length so you choose the right model first time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Free UK Standard Delivery<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Every order over \u00a330 from The Golf Shop Online comes with free standard UK delivery, no hidden charges, and no delivery fee surprises at checkout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Lowest Price Promise<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">We compete on price as hard as we compete on service. If you spot a like-for-like deal at a lower price, get in touch, and we will do our best to match it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: white; border: 2px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; margin-top: 0;\">Real Golfers, Real Reviews<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Over 29,000 verified customer reviews mean you are buying with the same confidence thousands of golfers across the UK have already enjoyed since 2002.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"final-verdict\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 2em; border-bottom: 3px solid #398100; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 50px;\">Final Verdict on the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Range<\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 1<\/h4>\n<p>The pick for golfers who love a clean, traditional blade. The plumber&#8217;s neck and single line keep the look pure, while the soft face insert delivers a much more refined feel than a typical entry-level blade. Brilliant value for slight arc players who already know what they like.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 8S<\/h4>\n<p>The smart upgrade for blade users who want a hint of extra forgiveness. The slant neck is a tour-style touch, and the slightly oversized footprint adds visual confidence without losing any of the elegant blade DNA. A genuine middle-ground putter that suits a wide audience.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11<\/h4>\n<p>The all-rounder of the range. The fanged mallet shape, three-line alignment and face-balanced setup combine to make a putter that flatters most amateur strokes. Available in left-hand, which is a real bonus, and a strong shout for any straight-stroke player who wants a single putter to suit their entire bag.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 11C<\/h4>\n<p>The specialist&#8217;s choice. If face rotation has been the gremlin in your putting stroke, the centre-shafted Model 11C is genuinely transformative. It is the most face-balanced option in the range and the design that most rewards a disciplined, no-release stroke.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.1em;\">Cleveland HB Soft 2 Model 15<\/h4>\n<p>The forgiveness champion. If you want every gram of stability Cleveland can pack into \u00a3119, the Model 15 full mallet is the one. Bold alignment, deep CG and a substantial feel make this the go-to pick for golfers who want their putter to do the heavy lifting on tricky greens.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 30px;\">The Bottom Line<\/h3>\n<p>Cleveland&#8217;s decision to sell the Cleveland HB Soft 2 range at a flat \u00a3119 across the lineup is brilliant for the consumer. There is no penalty for choosing the head shape that suits your eye and your stroke. Whether you walk away with a Model 1 blade or a Model 15 mallet, you are getting the same Speed Optimised Face insert, the same headcover and the same level of build quality. That clarity is rare and refreshing in golf, where premium tiers often price the right shape out of reach.<\/p>\n<p>Pair the right Cleveland HB Soft 2 putter with a good golf ball, a regular practice routine and a few sessions on a putting mat at home, and you will see your scores trend down. The team at The Golf Shop Online has been helping golfers shop with confidence since 2002, and we are happy to talk you through any of the models above. All Cleveland equipment we sell conforms to the rules and specifications laid out by <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.randa.org\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The R&amp;A<\/a>, the sport&#8217;s governing body for golf outside the United States and Mexico.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #398100 0%, #7fba23 100%); padding: 30px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 30px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: white; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.3em;\">Ready to Find Your Cleveland HB Soft 2 Match?<\/h4>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 15px;\">All five models in the range are in stock, at \u00a3119 each, with free UK delivery on orders over \u00a330.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-1\/\">Shop the Model 1 (Classic Blade) \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-8s\/\">Shop the Model 8S (Oversized Blade) \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-11\/\">Shop the Model 11 (Fanged Mallet) \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-11c\/\">Shop the Model 11C (Centre-Shafted Mallet) \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: white; margin-bottom: 0;\"><a style=\"color: white; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/cleveland-hb-soft-2-putter-model-15\/\">Shop the Model 15 (Full Mallet) \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 2px solid #e0e0e0; margin: 50px 0;\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"complete-setup\" style=\"color: #398100; font-size: 1.5em; margin-top: 40px;\">Complete Your Setup: Premium Golf Equipment<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 2; margin-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/golf-putters\/\">Golf Putters<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Browse the full putter range from Cleveland and other leading brands, including the <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/scotty-cameron-newport-2\/\">Scotty Cameron Newport 2<\/a> and the <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/taylormade-spider-putters\/\">TaylorMade Spider Putters<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/golf-balls\/\">Golf Balls<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; The right ball changes how every putter feels. Our team can help you match a ball to the Cleveland HB Soft 2&#8217;s soft face.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/clubs\/\">Golf Clubs<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Round out the bag with the latest drivers, irons and wedges, including the <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/ping-g440-fairway-woods\/\">Ping G440 Fairway Woods<\/a> and the <a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/blog\/srixon-zxi-irons\/\">Srixon ZXi Irons<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/bags\/\">Golf Bags<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Every putter deserves a comfortable home. Our golf bag selection covers stand bags, cart bags and travel covers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/footwear\/shoes\/\">Golf Shoes<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Stable footing helps every putt. See the latest waterproof and spikeless options.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a style=\"color: #398100; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk\/clothing\/\">Golf Clothing<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Round out your kit with shirts, sweaters and trousers from leading brands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"gso-widget-69f21e50d5cc5\" class=\"gso-widget-outer\">Loading widget...<\/div><script>loadGSOwidget(409, 'gso-widget-69f21e50d5cc5');<\/script>\n<hr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin: 40px 0 20px 0;\" \/>\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; line-height: 1.6;\"><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Prices, specifications, and availability are accurate as of publication but may change. All Cleveland products featured are genuine products from an authorised retailer. Product performance may vary based on individual use and care. 60-Day Returns Policy: If you are unhappy with any product, you may return it (unused, unopened, and in its original packaging) within 60 days for a full refund. Free UK Standard Delivery: Every order over \u00a330 from The Golf Shop Online comes with free standard UK delivery. <\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; line-height: 1.6;\"><em>For the most current pricing, availability, and product specifications, please visit our website or contact our team on 0800 3681097. The Golf Shop Online has been serving golfers since 2002 with award-winning customer service backed by 29,000+ verified reviews across Reviews.co.uk, Trustpilot, and Google.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick Verdict on the Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter Range The Cleveland HB Soft 2 putter range gives you five distinctly different head shapes for one easy price of \u00a3119, with a single shared face technology and grip philosophy that makes choosing between them refreshingly simple. 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