The Loco vs. Icon V2 - XL

Brand

Bread & ButterSee all paddles

Price

$165|Bread & Butter Click for an updated price
$119.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.316.53

Width

7.67.23

Core Thickness

1613.7

Core Material

High Density PolypropylenePolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Nano T700 Raw Carbon FiberCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 7.98.25 - 8.25

Handle Length

5.35.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

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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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Diadem

Diadem

2015

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

13 paddles

Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    The Loco is more expensive ($165) than Icon V2 - XL ($119.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    The Loco has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Icon V2 - XL (13.7 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater length (16.53 inches) than The Loco (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    The Loco has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Icon V2 - XL (7.23 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater weight (8.25 oz) than The Loco (7.800000000000001 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than The Loco (5.3 inches).

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