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Cleveland Gives New TFi 2135 Satin Putters A Face Lift

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Cleveland has launched its new TFi 2135 Satin putters that combine model-specific face milling with its familiar raised sightline to help golfers achieve better speed and alignment.

The original TFi 2135 putters used a raised sightline that was 21.35 millimeters off the ground, which is also the height of the equator of a golf ball. According to Cleveland, the technology helps golfers better align their putters, see their line more easily, and address the ball in the center of the putter more consistently. Here’s a video to explain how it works.

That “2135” technology is back again, but with a whole new look. Compared to the original TFi 2135 putters, the most noticeable difference is a new satin finish that has a greater contrast with the sightline. The milling on the face is where these putters have really changed, however, and why they’re built for better speed control.

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As you can see in the image above, the milling lines are condensed near the center of the putter faces and spread out progressively as they move toward the toe and the heel. That’s to help the ball come off a bit faster when it’s struck off-center. Since fewer milling marks will create less friction, the ball will bounce off the face faster where the milling marks are more spread out.

But that’s not all.

Each separate head model — since they have a different moment of inertia (MOI, a measure of forgiveness) and a different center of gravity (CG) — has specially designed face milling. More specifically, the higher MOI models (re: mallets) have a more gradual variation of mill marks, while the lower MOI models (re: blades) have a more rapid variation. For golfers, this simply means more forgiveness on off-center strikes with each of the putters, hopefully leading to better consistency, speed control, and fewer three putts.

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For the familiar soft feel of the TFi 2135 putters, Cleveland uses a TPU (thermoplastic urethane) insert to dampen vibrations at impact. This combines with three-times deeper milling on the face to create a softer feel then the original TFi 2135 putters and previous iterations of Cleveland putters.

Cleveland’s new TFi 2135 putters will be in stores September 15 in six different head models. The mallet and blade putters will sell for $149.99, and the counter-balanced putters (8.0 and Elevado CB) will sell for $179.99. The putters come stock with either a Lamkin TFi 2135 blue grip or a Cleveland Oversized grip. Cleveland Oversized Counterbalanced grips are also available for a $10 upcharge.

Discussion: See what GolfWRX members are saying about the 2135 Satin putters

TFi 2135 Satin 1.0

  • Head Type: Blade
  • Hosel Type: Plumber’s Neck
  • Length: 33, 34 and 35 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 345 grams
  • Grip Weight: 85 grams
  • Dexterity: RH/LH

TFi 2135 Satin 8.0

  • Head Type: CB Blade
  • Hosel Type: Single Bend Heel
  • Length: 35 and 38 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 405 grams
  • Grip Weight: 148 grams
  • Dexterity: RH Only

TFi 2135 Satin Elevado 

  • Head Type: Mallet
  • Hosel Type: Single Bend Heel
  • Length: 33, 34 and 35 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 370 grams
  • Grip Weight: 85 grams
  • Dexterity: RH Only

TFi 2135 Satin Rho

  • Head Type: Mallet
  • Hosel Type: Single Bend Heel
  • Length: 33, 34 and 35 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 370 grams
  • Grip Weight: 85 grams
  • Dexterity: RH Only

TFi 2135 Satin Cero

  • Head Type: Mallet
  • Hosel Type: Single Bend Heel
  • Length: 33, 34 and 35 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 370 grams
  • Grip Weight: 85 grams
  • Dexterity: RH Only

TFi 2135 Satin Elevado CB

  • Head Type: CB Mallet
  • Hosel Type: Single Bend Heel
  • Length: 35 and 38 inches
  • Lie Angle: 70 degrees
  • Loft: 3 degrees
  • Head Weight: 405 grams
  • Grip Weight: 148 grams
  • Dexterity: RH Only

Discussion: See what GolfWRX members are saying about the 2135 Satin putters

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19 Comments

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  1. Mat

    Aug 31, 2017 at 6:09 am

    Ping is going to sue over this one…

  2. Chris C.

    Aug 29, 2017 at 5:28 pm

    In a world increasingly populated with $400.00 putters, I think that it is great that this line of putters will be selling for less than half that amount. I look forward to testing the Rho. I only wish that it had come with either a plumbers neck or flow neck. Alas! there are some limitations when one is charging less than half the other guys.

  3. Cleveland

    Aug 29, 2017 at 2:52 am

    BEST PUTTERS EVA.

  4. DB

    Aug 28, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    These are great putters for the money, and these look even better than the original.

    • ooffaa

      Aug 28, 2017 at 5:35 pm

      Oh ya…. “the looks”…. that’s what really matters …. are you a child?

      • DB

        Aug 28, 2017 at 7:42 pm

        You seem like a stable person.

        • GG

          Aug 28, 2017 at 9:10 pm

          And you obviously work for Cleveland. Keep on lying.

          • DB

            Aug 29, 2017 at 12:29 am

            Wrong.

            I’m a guy who rolled one at a GG and liked it. But yes, I’ve noticed that anyone here who likes these putters has been accused of working for Cleveland. That’s nice.

            • alan b

              Aug 30, 2017 at 2:03 am

              Your original comment was about the price and the looks as reasons to buy it. Now you claiming you “rolled one” and you liked it. Sounds like a “doobie” putter… lol

  5. Jiminy

    Aug 28, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    same old, same old stuff… at high prices.

  6. Boss

    Aug 28, 2017 at 11:02 am

    They look sexy

    • ooffaa

      Aug 28, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      you are gender confused

      • Oppai

        Aug 30, 2017 at 1:52 am

        You would know, from experience, of course

        • alan b

          Aug 30, 2017 at 2:04 am

          Anybody who calls golf clubs ‘sexy’ is confused and needs help but not for golf.

  7. birdy

    Aug 28, 2017 at 9:54 am

    Not even close….these putters are far and away the best putters for the money. ignore price and these compete with every high dollar putter. great feel, looks, and performance. now just wish more retail stores carry them.

    • ooffaa

      Aug 28, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      thank you Cleveland Golf

      • tom

        Sep 2, 2017 at 12:16 am

        Ridiculous comments like this are why I rarely come to this site anymore.

        • Realist

          Oct 20, 2017 at 1:04 pm

          Keyboard warriors are destroying the very fibers of this country. Forum quality is diminishing as a result.

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Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 (9 degrees @7)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 60 TX

3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 Tour (15 degrees @13.5)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana WB 73 TX

Irons: TaylorMade P770 (2, 4), TaylorMade P7MB (5-PW)
Shafts: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX (2), Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 X

Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 (50-09SB, 56-12SB, 60-11TW)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 WV 125

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord

Check out more in-hand photos of Kris Kim’s equipment here.

 

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Welcome to the family: TaylorMade launches PUDI and PDHY utility irons

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TaylorMade is continuing its UDI/DHY series with the successor to the Stealth UDI and DHY utility irons: PUDI and PDHY (which the company styles as P·UDI and P·DHY). TaylorMade is folding the designs in with its P Series of irons.

TaylorMade outlined the process of developing its new utilities this way. The company started with the data on utility iron usage. Not surprisingly, better players — i.e. those who generate more clubhead speed and strike the ball more precisely — were found to gravitate toward the UDI model. DHY usage, however, covered a wider swath than the company might have expected with six-to-18 handicappers found to be bagging the club.

TaylorMade also found that the majority of golfers playing UDI or DHY utilities were playing P Series irons at the top of their iron configurations.

Can you see where this is going?

Matt Bovee, Director of Product Creation, Iron and Wedge at TaylorMade: “As we look to the future, beyond the tech and the design language, we are excited about repositioning our utility irons into the P·Series family. P·UDI is an easy pair for players that currently play P·Series product and P·DHY is an extremely forgiving option for players of all skill levels. It is a natural fit to give these players the performance in this category that they are looking for.”

 

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TaylorMade PUDI technology cutaway (via TaylorMade)

Crafted with tour player input, TaylorMade sought to develop a confidence-inspiring utility iron that blends with the rest of the P Series irons. Also of note: Interestingly, the PUDI has a more compact head than the P790.

In comparison to past UDI products, the PUDI has a more traditional iron shape, slimmer toplines, and less offset with a little of the backbar visible at address.

TaylorMade PDHY

TaylorMade PDHY tech cutaway (via TaylorMade).

Larger in profile than the PUDI, the PDHY seeks to position center of gravity (CG) lower in the club for ease of launch. The toe height is larger and the profile is larger at address — roughly five millimeters longer than PUDI — the sole of the club is wider for improved forgiveness.

Club Junkie’s take

Golfers who feel like they are missing something at the top of the bag could find the PUDI or PDHY a great option. The look of the PUDI should fit the most discerning eye with a more compact look, less offset, and a thinner topline. If you want a little more confidence looking down the P-DHY will be slightly larger while still being a good-looking utility iron.

For being small packages both models pack a pretty good punch with fast ball speeds, even off-center. The feel is soft and you get a solid feel of the ball compressing off the face when you strike it well. Your ears are greeted with a nice heavy thud as the ball and club come together. The PDHY will launch a little higher for players who need it while the PUDI offers a more penetrating ball flight. Both utility irons could be the cure for an open spot in the top end of the bag.

PUDI, PDHY, or Rescue?

TaylorMade offers the following notes to assist golfers in filling out their bags:

  • PUDI has mid-CG right behind the center face to create a more penetrating mid-to-low ball flight
  • PDHY has a lower center of gravity to produce an easier-to-launch mid-to-high ball flight.
  • Both PUDI and PDHY are lower-flying than the company’s hybrid/Rescue clubs.
  • PUDI is more forgiving than P790.
  • PDHY is the most forgiving iron in the entire TaylorMade iron family

Pricing, specs, and availability

Price: $249.99

At retail: Now

Stock shafts: UST Mamiya’s Recoil DART (105 X, 90 S and 75 R – only in PDHY)

Stock grip: Golf Pride’s ZGrip (black/grey)

PUDI lofts: 2-17°, 3-20°, 4-22° in both left and right-handed

PDHY lofts: 2-18°, 3-20° and 4-22° in both left and right-handed

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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (5/3/24): Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

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At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

From the seller: (@wwcl): “Has been gamed as pics show. 33.5 includes original h/c and grip. $575 includes shipping and PP fees.”

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

This is the most impressive current listing from the GolfWRX BST, and if you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum you can check them out here: GolfWRX BST Rules

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