Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm vs Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock
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Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Reach vs. maneuverability
Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm is easier to whip around in hand fights. Both paddles target balanced players — the choice comes down to feel and price.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm | Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.1 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 15mm |
| Core material | Full foam core (EVA + EPP) | 100% foam core (EPP, no honeycomb) |
| Face material | CFC (carbon, fiberglass, carbon) | Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber |
| Handle length | 5.3" | 5.375" |
| Price | $149.25 | $179.99 |
Weight
Shape
Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm is listed at 7.9–8.1 oz; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock at 7.8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm has a 16mm core; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 15mm core, so the Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm core is 1mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm measures 16.2" × 7.6"; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock measures 16.5" × 7.38" (hybrid vs elongated). The Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock is 0.3" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm has a 5.3" handle; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 5.38" handle, so the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock handle is 0.08" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm lists its face as CFC; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock lists Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm lists its core as Full foam core; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock lists 100% foam core. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: balanced
Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 15mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
Pick the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock if…
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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