The Loco vs. Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight)
Brand | Bread & ButterSee all paddles | SelkirkSee all paddles |
Price | $165|Bread & Butter Click for an updated price | $200|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.3 | 16 |
Width | 7.6 | 7.8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | High Density Polypropylene | X5 Polypropylene Honeycomb Core |
Facing Material | Nano T700 Raw Carbon Fiber | T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.7 - 7.9 | 7.3 - 7.6 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2014
Hayden, ID
37 paddles
While priced higher than other brands like VaticPro & SixZero, I think Selkirk does more to help grow the sport than most other brands. When purchasing from Selkirk Labs, you're investing in the R&D of paddle technology. If money is of no issue, the 006 is a great paddle.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) is more expensive ($200) than The Loco ($165).
Is there a difference in the core?
The Loco and Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
The Loco has a greater length (16.3 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) has a greater width (7.8 inches) than The Loco (7.6 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
The Loco has a greater weight (7.800000000000001 oz) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (7.449999999999999 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
The Loco and Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) have the same handle length (5.3 inches).
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