Loco Standard
70/100PaddleDB score#21 of 58 paddles
Performance
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Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- N/A
- Face Material
- N/A
- RPM
- 2,004
- Shape
- Widebody
- Paddle Weight
- 8.06 oz
- Swing Weight
- 110
- Twist Weight
- 7.33
- Handle Length
- 5.3 in
- Grip Size
- 4.25
Description
The Loco is Bread & Butter’s hybrid entry featuring a unique CFC layup, which sandwiches a layer of fiberglass between carbon fiber over a dual-density foam core. That fiberglass layer gives the paddle a crisp, lively feel with a distinct snap at contact. The drive power is excellent, but because of the EVA foam perimeter, the feedback stays dense and connected rather than feeling hollow like some other foam builds. It has a generous sweet spot that performs well without needing added weight. My main critique is the handle; at 5.3" long, it could feel a bit cramped if you use a two-handed backhand frequently, especially if your hands are on the larger side. It also requires a solid break-in period—it plays pretty stiff out of the box and takes a few weeks to soften up into its true sweet spot; feedback I’ve also heard frequently. At $180 after code PADDLEDB, it's a great option if you want premium foam performance without paying the mainstream brand price tag of Selkirk (which BnB is now a part of).
How the Loco Standard compares
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard is a 16mm widebody pickleball paddle designed for power players, with a list price of $199. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 82, Pop 83, Spin 64, Agility 59 and Control 74 out of 100. Its strongest rating is Agility, higher than 87% of the 85 paddles rated for agility. Its all-round score of 70 ranks #21 of 58 paddles rated in all four core categories. It weighs 8.06 oz, has a swing weight of 110 and a twist weight of 7.33.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- Swing weight of 110 is lighter than 94% of paddles — quick to move in hand battles.
- Twist weight of 7.33 — higher than 89% of paddles, so the face stays steadier on off-center hits.
- Agility rating of 59/100 — higher than 87% of the 85 paddles PaddleDB has rated for agility.
- Control rating of 74/100 — higher than 83% of the 76 paddles PaddleDB has rated for control.
Trade-offs
- Spin rating of 64/100 ranks 78 of 99 — in the bottom quarter for spin.
Where the Loco Standard ranks
Bread & Butter Loco Standard specs
| Brand | Bread & Butter |
|---|---|
| Designed for | Power |
| Shape | Widebody |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Handle length | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in |
| Weight | 8.06 oz |
| Swing weight | 110 |
| Twist weight | 7.33 |
| Balance point | 23.5 cm |
| Spin RPM | 2,004 |
| Surface texture | Raw Texture/Peel Ply |
| Approval | USAP |
| List price | $199 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bread & Butter Loco Standard (this paddle) | 82 | 74 | 64 | 59 | $199 |
| 11six24 Pegasus Jelly Bean | N/A | 77 | 76 | N/A | $99.99 |
| Selkirk Boomstik Widebody | 95 | 88 | 61 | 51 | $333 |
| Luzz Pro 4 Inferno | 79 | N/A | 81 | 52 | N/A |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2FC+ | 84 | 72 | 78 | 59 | $195 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bread & Butter Loco Standard good for power?
It is about average for power. Its Power rating is 82/100, ranking 33 of 82 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 57% of them.
Is the Bread & Butter Loco Standard good for control?
Its Control rating is 74/100, ranking 12 of 76 paddles rated for control — higher than 83% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
110. That is heavier than 6% of the 106 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.5).
How much does the Bread & Butter Loco Standard weigh?
8.06 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Bread & Butter Loco Standard USAP approved?
Yes — PaddleDB lists it as approved by USAP. Approval lists change, so confirm on the official list before a sanctioned event.
How much does the Bread & Butter Loco Standard cost?
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard has a list price of $199. Code PADDLEDB gives 10% Off at Bread & Butter.
Ratings are relative to the 112 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.