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 Loco ElongatedOnix Lucent RC
Power109.5
Control8.58
Spin99.5
Sweet spot89
Research score8.99.0
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated | Onix Lucent RC |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.6 | 8.8 |
| Touch players | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 9.2 | 9.2 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 9.2 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Onix Lucent RC rates 9 to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated’s 8.
- Power goes to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated (10 vs 9.5).
- Control goes to the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated (8.5 vs 8).
- On spin, the Onix Lucent RC is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated against 14 mm for the Onix Lucent RC. The thinner Onix Lucent RC should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Onix Lucent RC costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated if you want more power and more control.
Go with the Onix Lucent RC if you want more spin, a bigger sweet spot and a lower price, especially if you’re a beginner or a spin player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Loco Elongated | Onix Lucent RC |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.2 oz | 7.75–8.25 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.375 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) | Hexcell polypropylene |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer | Dual Action raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.7 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $149.25 (list $199) | $119.99 |
| 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 Onix Lucent RC?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Lucent RC scores higher (9.0 vs 8.9). By player type, the Onix Lucent RC suits beginners and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated or the Onix Lucent RC?
The Bread & Butter Loco Elongated rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated or the Onix Lucent RC?
The Onix Lucent RC scores higher for beginners (8.8 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Loco Elongated and Onix Lucent RC approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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