Cleveland

What it does: Unlike most mallets, which move weight back in the clubhead, the Frontline – true to its name – places the weight close behind the face in the heel and toe areas. Cleveland believes the majority of mallet designs actually steer mis-hits off-line because the deep centre of gravity causes the face to twist open at impact. 

Why we like it: We like rebels, and the Frontline challenges this category’s status quo. Another highlight: the milled face pattern is designed to normalise speed, meaning off-centre hits roll more like centre strikes. Finally, the aiming line is set at 21.35 millimetres above the sole, exactly half the diameter of a ball. By lining up with the centre of the ball, proper alignment gets easier regardless of the golfer’s eye position at address.

Specs 9 models; head weight 360-370 grams; length 33-35 inches