Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Elongated
Players who want reach, spin and a thermoformed build
$165at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Elongated
Power players who want reach and foam-core pop
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth ElongatedBread & Butter Loco Elongated
Power8.510
Control98.5
Spin9.59
Sweet spot8.58
Research score8.98.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Touch players | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Power hitters | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 9.0 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated rates 10 to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated’s 8.5.
- The Bread & Butter Filth Elongated also leads on control, 9 to 8.5.
- The Bread & Butter Filth Elongated also leads on spin, 9.5 to 9.
- Sweet spot goes to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated (8.5 vs 8).
- Weight: the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated if you want more power and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.6–8.0 oz | 8.0–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.375 in | 7.375 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $165 | $149.25 (list $199) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated?
On our spec-based scale they tie at 8.9. By player type, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated suits beginners and touch players better, while the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated?
The Bread & Butter Loco Elongated rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated?
The Bread & Butter Filth Elongated scores higher for beginners (8.8 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated and Bread & Butter Loco Elongated approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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