Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Elongated
Players who want reach, spin and a thermoformed build
$165at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid
All-court players who want foam-core pop and touch
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth ElongatedBread & Butter Loco Hybrid
Power8.59.5
Control98.5
Spin9.59
Sweet spot8.58.5
Research score8.98.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Touch players | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| 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 Hybrid rates 9.5 to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated’s 8.5.
- On control, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- On spin, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- They tie on sweet spot (8.5).
- Different shapes: the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated is elongated and the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid is hybrid.
- Weight: the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid is the heavier of the two, by about 0.2 oz on average.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Pick the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated if you want more control, more spin and a lighter feel, especially if you’re a touch player.
Go with the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid 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 Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.6–8.0 oz | 7.9–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.375 in | 7.6 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 | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $165 | $149.25 |
| 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 Hybrid?
On our spec-based scale they tie at 8.9. By player type, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated suits touch players better, while the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid?
The Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid rates higher for power on our scale (9.5 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid?
The Bread & Butter Filth Elongated scores higher for beginners (8.8 vs 8.7), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated and Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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