Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 vs. The Loco

Brand

Bread & ButterSee all paddles

Price

$159.95|Click for an updated price
$165|Bread & Butter Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.3

Width

7.57.6

Core Thickness

13.516

Core Material

Response HoneycombHigh Density Polypropylene

Facing Material

Carbon AbrasionNano T700 Raw Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.2 - 8.27.7 - 7.9

Handle Length

5.55.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

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Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

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Bread & Butter

Bread & Butter

2022

Vero Beach, FL

3 paddles

Bread & Butter are not your typical brand. Doug and Brodie's story began when their parents, who met at an insurance adjuster's conference, got married, making the two stepbrothers. Despite an initial animosity that led to extreme pranks, they eventually bonded over shared interests, including a love for John Stamos and Better Homes & Gardens Magazine. They founded a tennis company, Tennis Worldwide, and quickly rose to prominence before a tragic accident forced them to shut it down. After feeling dejected, inspiration struck when their dog, Mrs. Pickles, stole their breakfast, leading them to pivot and create the Bread & Butter Pickleball Company, aiming to revolutionize the sport.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    The Loco is more expensive ($165) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 ($159.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    The Loco has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 (13.5 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater length (16.5 inches) than The Loco (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    The Loco has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than The Loco (7.800000000000001 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than The Loco (5.3 inches).

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