Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Elongated
Power players who want reach and foam-core pop
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Psycho
Players who want a fast, poppy paddle with a wide face
$119.69at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Loco ElongatedBread & Butter Psycho
Power109
Control8.58
Spin98.5
Sweet spot810
Research score8.98.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated | Bread & Butter Psycho |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.6 | 9.0 |
| Touch players | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 8.8 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Bread & Butter Psycho rates 10 to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated’s 8.
- Power goes to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated (10 vs 9).
- Control goes to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated (8.5 vs 8).
- On spin, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- Different shapes: the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated is elongated and the Bread & Butter Psycho is standard (wide-body).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated against 14 mm for the Bread & Butter Psycho. The thinner Bread & Butter Psycho should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Psycho costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated if you want more power, more control and more spin, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.
Pick the Bread & Butter Psycho if you want a bigger sweet spot and a lower price, especially if you’re a beginner.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated | Bread & Butter Psycho |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.2 oz | 7.9–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Standard (wide-body) |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16 in |
| Width | 7.375 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) | High-density polypropylene core (10 mm cell size) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer | 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 | $149.25 (list $199) | $119.69 (list $189.99) |
| 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 Loco Elongated or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
On our spec-based scale they tie at 8.9. By player type, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated suits power hitters and spin players better, while the Bread & Butter Psycho suits beginners better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
The Bread & Butter Loco Elongated rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
The Bread & Butter Psycho scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated and Bread & Butter Psycho approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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