Bread & Butter Loco
Our take on the Loco Elongated
The Bread & Butter Loco series was one of the best paddles released in 2025, and the hybrid shape allows for a touch more control while maintaining high-end power. It feels very consistent and stable with a generous sweet spot, but doesn’t quite have the same “pocketing” effect as some of the other foam paddles we have rated higher.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $199.00
Is the Loco Elongated worth $199?
Who should buy the Loco Elongated?
How does the Loco Elongated play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Loco Elongated?
Loco Elongated vs Project Peacock Elongated
Power
Bread & Butter Loco
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
Additional details
- Brand
- Bread & Butter
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 120
- Twist Weight
- 6.2
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
Power
Proton Project Peacock
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 15mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
Additional details
- Brand
- Proton
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 116
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Short
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Loco Elongated
How good is the Bread & Butter Loco?
Very. It's considered an elite, well-balanced power paddle that plays above its price, with firepower close to the Selkirk Boomstik but more control.
Is the Bread & Butter Loco discontinued?
No. The original was redesigned, but the Loco line is still sold on Bread & Butter's site.
How much does the Bread & Butter Loco cost?
$199 for the elongated 16mm. It has a high 120 swing weight and a 6.2 twist weight.
Does Bread & Butter make good pickleball paddles?
Yes. The Loco's full-foam core delivers elite power, strong spin and good stability on drops and resets.
Do any pros use Bread & Butter paddles?
No. The company doesn't sponsor touring pros and markets through ambassadors and content creators instead.
Is the Bread & Butter Loco USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Bread & Butter Loco alternatives?
Honolulu J6CR
Proton Project Coyote
FLiK F3
How We Tested
Our paddle reviewers (all 5.0+ players) work with other high-level players in their area to test paddles on a variety of shots. This testing involves several hours of drills and games in an effort to determine how the paddle impacts performance in real-world scenarios.
We use the Life Time LT Pro 48 pickleball for our testing.