{"title":"Bread \u0026 Butter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBread \u0026amp; Butter Pickleball\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bread-and-butter-loco-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"Bread \u0026 Butter Loco 16mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePure Foam Power in Whichever Shape Suits Your Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam-core paddles took over competitive US pickleball for one reason: they hold pace on off-centre contact in a way honeycomb cores simply cannot. The \u003cb\u003eBread \u0026amp; Butter Loco 16mm Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/b\u003e is the paddle that made that case loudest, taking 2025 Paddle of the Year and building a following among 4.0-plus league and tournament players across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than force you into one profile, Bread \u0026amp; Butter builds the Loco on the same 16mm dual-density core in three distinct shapes. Elongated for reach and heat, Hybrid for the middle ground, Standard for the biggest sweet spot on the court. Same engine, three very different cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16mm Dual-Density Foam Core:\u003c\/b\u003e EPP and EVA foam layered together rather than a single foam block, giving a plush, controlled response at the kitchen with genuine put-away pop behind a full swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Face with Fiberglass:\u003c\/b\u003e Raw carbon supplies the bite and spin; the added fiberglass layer supplies the pop. It is the combination that gives the Loco its reputation for feeling soft and hitting hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUV-Printed Graphics:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork is printed directly onto the core surface instead of applied as a film, so nothing peels, bubbles or adds thickness to the hitting face.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVibration-Dampening Octagon Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e A 4.25 inch octagonal grip with a dampening wrap that takes the sting out of hard blocks and long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Cover Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Every Loco ships with a fitted cover, which at this price point is genuinely unusual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.375 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 - 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112 - 115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 - 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eComparing foam cores? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik\u003c\/a\u003e takes a similar approach with its BoomCore platform.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco shape should I buy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose Elongated if you drive from the baseline and want maximum reach and leverage — it has the highest swing weight at 118 to 120. Choose Standard if you play doubles at the kitchen and want the largest sweet spot and quickest hands, with the highest twist weight at 7.3. Choose Hybrid if you want a genuine middle ground between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco USAP approved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. All three Loco 16mm shapes are USAP approved and legal for sanctioned tournament play in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is a dual-density foam core and why does it matter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Instead of one uniform foam block, the Loco layers EPP and EVA foam with different densities. The softer layer absorbs impact for touch on dinks and resets, while the firmer layer resists compression on full swings to return power. The practical result is a paddle that feels plush but still finishes points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does twist weight affect how a paddle plays?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Twist weight measures how much a paddle resists rotating when you strike the ball off-centre. Higher is more forgiving. The Standard Loco at 7.3 keeps mishits on target far better than the Elongated at 6.28, which is the main trade-off you make in exchange for the Elongated's extra reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will the graphics wear off the paddle face?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e No. Bread \u0026amp; Butter UV-prints artwork directly onto the core surface rather than applying a decal or film layer. There is nothing bonded to the face that can lift, bubble or peel with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does the Loco come with a cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, a fitted paddle cover is included with every Loco. If you want something more substantial for transport and storage, a hard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/pickleball-accessories\"\u003epaddle case\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bread \u0026 Butter","offers":[{"title":"Azul","offer_id":48093277028578,"sku":"PICK-BNBX-PADL-LC16-ELAZ","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/Elongated_Loco_Azul_On_white_Shadow.png?v=1785100193"},{"product_id":"bread-and-butter-loco-16mm-hybrid-pickleball-paddle","title":"Bread \u0026 Butter Loco 16mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePure Foam Power in Whichever Shape Suits Your Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam-core paddles took over competitive US pickleball for one reason: they hold pace on off-centre contact in a way honeycomb cores simply cannot. The \u003cb\u003eBread \u0026amp; Butter Loco 16mm Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/b\u003e is the paddle that made that case loudest, taking 2025 Paddle of the Year and building a following among 4.0-plus league and tournament players across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than force you into one profile, Bread \u0026amp; Butter builds the Loco on the same 16mm dual-density core in three distinct shapes. Elongated for reach and heat, Hybrid for the middle ground, Standard for the biggest sweet spot on the court. Same engine, three very different cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16mm Dual-Density Foam Core:\u003c\/b\u003e EPP and EVA foam layered together rather than a single foam block, giving a plush, controlled response at the kitchen with genuine put-away pop behind a full swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Face with Fiberglass:\u003c\/b\u003e Raw carbon supplies the bite and spin; the added fiberglass layer supplies the pop. It is the combination that gives the Loco its reputation for feeling soft and hitting hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUV-Printed Graphics:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork is printed directly onto the core surface instead of applied as a film, so nothing peels, bubbles or adds thickness to the hitting face.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVibration-Dampening Octagon Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e A 4.25 inch octagonal grip with a dampening wrap that takes the sting out of hard blocks and long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Cover Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Every Loco ships with a fitted cover, which at this price point is genuinely unusual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.375 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 - 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112 - 115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 - 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eComparing foam cores? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik\u003c\/a\u003e takes a similar approach with its BoomCore platform.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco shape should I buy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose Elongated if you drive from the baseline and want maximum reach and leverage — it has the highest swing weight at 118 to 120. Choose Standard if you play doubles at the kitchen and want the largest sweet spot and quickest hands, with the highest twist weight at 7.3. Choose Hybrid if you want a genuine middle ground between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco USAP approved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. All three Loco 16mm shapes are USAP approved and legal for sanctioned tournament play in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is a dual-density foam core and why does it matter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Instead of one uniform foam block, the Loco layers EPP and EVA foam with different densities. The softer layer absorbs impact for touch on dinks and resets, while the firmer layer resists compression on full swings to return power. The practical result is a paddle that feels plush but still finishes points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does twist weight affect how a paddle plays?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Twist weight measures how much a paddle resists rotating when you strike the ball off-centre. Higher is more forgiving. The Standard Loco at 7.3 keeps mishits on target far better than the Elongated at 6.28, which is the main trade-off you make in exchange for the Elongated's extra reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will the graphics wear off the paddle face?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e No. Bread \u0026amp; Butter UV-prints artwork directly onto the core surface rather than applying a decal or film layer. There is nothing bonded to the face that can lift, bubble or peel with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does the Loco come with a cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, a fitted paddle cover is included with every Loco. If you want something more substantial for transport and storage, a hard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/pickleball-accessories\"\u003epaddle case\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bread \u0026 Butter","offers":[{"title":"Azul","offer_id":48129309507810,"sku":"PICK-BNBX-PADL-LC16-HYAZ","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/Hybrid_Loco_Azul_On_White_Shadow.png?v=1785100193"},{"product_id":"bread-and-butter-loco-16mm-standard-pickleball-paddle","title":"Bread \u0026 Butter Loco 16mm Standard Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePure Foam Power in Whichever Shape Suits Your Game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam-core paddles took over competitive US pickleball for one reason: they hold pace on off-centre contact in a way honeycomb cores simply cannot. The \u003cb\u003eBread \u0026amp; Butter Loco 16mm Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/b\u003e is the paddle that made that case loudest, taking 2025 Paddle of the Year and building a following among 4.0-plus league and tournament players across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than force you into one profile, Bread \u0026amp; Butter builds the Loco on the same 16mm dual-density core in three distinct shapes. Elongated for reach and heat, Hybrid for the middle ground, Standard for the biggest sweet spot on the court. Same engine, three very different cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16mm Dual-Density Foam Core:\u003c\/b\u003e EPP and EVA foam layered together rather than a single foam block, giving a plush, controlled response at the kitchen with genuine put-away pop behind a full swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Face with Fiberglass:\u003c\/b\u003e Raw carbon supplies the bite and spin; the added fiberglass layer supplies the pop. It is the combination that gives the Loco its reputation for feeling soft and hitting hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUV-Printed Graphics:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork is printed directly onto the core surface instead of applied as a film, so nothing peels, bubbles or adds thickness to the hitting face.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVibration-Dampening Octagon Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e A 4.25 inch octagonal grip with a dampening wrap that takes the sting out of hard blocks and long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Cover Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Every Loco ships with a fitted cover, which at this price point is genuinely unusual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm dual-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon + fiberglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.375 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 - 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112 - 115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 - 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eComparing foam cores? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eSelkirk LABS Project Boomstik\u003c\/a\u003e takes a similar approach with its BoomCore platform.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco shape should I buy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose Elongated if you drive from the baseline and want maximum reach and leverage — it has the highest swing weight at 118 to 120. Choose Standard if you play doubles at the kitchen and want the largest sweet spot and quickest hands, with the highest twist weight at 7.3. Choose Hybrid if you want a genuine middle ground between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the Bread \u0026amp; Butter Loco USAP approved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. All three Loco 16mm shapes are USAP approved and legal for sanctioned tournament play in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is a dual-density foam core and why does it matter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Instead of one uniform foam block, the Loco layers EPP and EVA foam with different densities. The softer layer absorbs impact for touch on dinks and resets, while the firmer layer resists compression on full swings to return power. The practical result is a paddle that feels plush but still finishes points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does twist weight affect how a paddle plays?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Twist weight measures how much a paddle resists rotating when you strike the ball off-centre. Higher is more forgiving. The Standard Loco at 7.3 keeps mishits on target far better than the Elongated at 6.28, which is the main trade-off you make in exchange for the Elongated's extra reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will the graphics wear off the paddle face?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e No. Bread \u0026amp; Butter UV-prints artwork directly onto the core surface rather than applying a decal or film layer. There is nothing bonded to the face that can lift, bubble or peel with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does the Loco come with a cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, a fitted paddle cover is included with every Loco. If you want something more substantial for transport and storage, a hard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/pickleball-accessories\"\u003epaddle case\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bread \u0026 Butter","offers":[{"title":"Tan","offer_id":48129309540578,"sku":"PICK-BNBX-PADL-LC16-STTN","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/standard_940a5924-81d5-41b0-9aa8-46700c673dc2.jpg?v=1785100193"},{"product_id":"slk-era-power-widebody-pickleball-paddle-by-selkirk-white","title":"SLK ERA Power Widebody Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk - White","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTournament-Grade Power Without the Tournament-Grade Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jump from a beginner paddle to a genuine competition paddle usually costs upward of $250. The \u003cb\u003eSLK ERA Power Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk\u003c\/b\u003e closes that gap. Built for 3.0 to 4.0 players stepping into US league and local tournament play, it borrows the construction thinking from Selkirk's flagship range and delivers it at roughly half the outlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts Dynamic Fusion Core is what makes that possible. A low-density EVA foam perimeter with composite edge reinforcements encapsulates a polypropylene honeycomb center, so the paddle keeps the forgiving feel of a poly core while the foam ring adds the extra pop that a foam-wall paddle is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Fusion Core:\u003c\/b\u003e A low-density EVA foam perimeter and composite edge reinforcement wrap the polypropylene honeycomb core, adding power at the edges without hollowing out the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree-Layer Hybrid Face:\u003c\/b\u003e Woven fiberglass blended with T700 raw carbon fiber — the fiberglass supplies pop, the raw carbon supplies bite and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaw Spin Technology Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e A textured raw carbon finish that grips the ball on drives, rolls and third-shot drops. Rated 9\/10 for spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16mm Control-First Thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e The thicker core softens resets and dinks, so the added power never comes at the cost of touch at the kitchen line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOctagonal Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e A defined eight-sided grip that helps you find a consistent hand position without looking down between points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene honeycomb with EVA foam perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene honeycomb with EVA foam perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-layer woven fiberglass and T700 raw carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-layer woven fiberglass and T700 raw carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw Spin Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw Spin Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.3 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 - 8.4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.95 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.45 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower \/ Spin \/ Control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 9 \/ 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 9 \/ 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate to Advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate to Advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStepping up from here? Compare against the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-omni-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eSelkirk OMNI\u003c\/a\u003e for all-court balance or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eLABS Project Boomstik\u003c\/a\u003e for maximum power.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the SLK ERA Power USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Both the Widebody and Elongated SLK ERA Power are USA Pickleball approved and legal for sanctioned league and tournament play across the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between SLK and Selkirk paddles?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e SLK is Selkirk's performance-value line. SLK paddles use the same design language and quality control as the flagship Selkirk range but with more affordable material choices — polypropylene honeycomb rather than PureFoam cores, for example. The ERA Power sits at the top of the SLK line and is the closest SLK gets to flagship performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Should I choose the Elongated or the Widebody SLK ERA Power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Take the Elongated for extra reach and leverage if you drive from the baseline or play singles. Take the Widebody for a wider sweet spot and quicker manoeuvrability in doubles hand battles at the net. Core and face construction are identical between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the SLK ERA Power good for a 3.5 player?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e It is arguably the ideal 3.5 paddle. At that level most players want more put-away power but cannot yet afford to lose control on resets. The 16mm core plus foam perimeter gives you both, and Selkirk rates it for intermediate to advanced play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does a foam perimeter core differ from a standard honeycomb core?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e A standard polypropylene honeycomb core loses energy near the edges, which is why off-centre hits feel dead. Adding a low-density EVA foam ring around the perimeter returns some of that energy, so shots struck away from the middle keep more pace and the effective sweet spot grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What does Raw Spin Technology mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e It is Selkirk's name for a raw, unpainted carbon fiber face left with its natural surface texture rather than sealed under a smooth coating. That exposed weave grips the ball for longer at contact, which produces measurably more spin on drives, rolls and drops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selkirk","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":48158642110690,"sku":"PICK-SELK-PADL-SERA-WBWH","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/pdp_PNG-selkirk-slk-era-pickleball-paddle-widebody-white-01_a83d5c5a-6b74-4dde-bef2-bd4f39419c85.png?v=1785100054"},{"product_id":"slk-era-power-widebody-pickleball-paddle-by-selkirk-ultraviolet","title":"SLK ERA Power Widebody Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk - Ultraviolet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTournament-Grade Power Without the Tournament-Grade Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jump from a beginner paddle to a genuine competition paddle usually costs upward of $250. The \u003cb\u003eSLK ERA Power Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk\u003c\/b\u003e closes that gap. Built for 3.0 to 4.0 players stepping into US league and local tournament play, it borrows the construction thinking from Selkirk's flagship range and delivers it at roughly half the outlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts Dynamic Fusion Core is what makes that possible. A low-density EVA foam perimeter with composite edge reinforcements encapsulates a polypropylene honeycomb center, so the paddle keeps the forgiving feel of a poly core while the foam ring adds the extra pop that a foam-wall paddle is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDynamic Fusion Core:\u003c\/b\u003e A low-density EVA foam perimeter and composite edge reinforcement wrap the polypropylene honeycomb core, adding power at the edges without hollowing out the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree-Layer Hybrid Face:\u003c\/b\u003e Woven fiberglass blended with T700 raw carbon fiber — the fiberglass supplies pop, the raw carbon supplies bite and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaw Spin Technology Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e A textured raw carbon finish that grips the ball on drives, rolls and third-shot drops. Rated 9\/10 for spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16mm Control-First Thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e The thicker core softens resets and dinks, so the added power never comes at the cost of touch at the kitchen line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOctagonal Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e A defined eight-sided grip that helps you find a consistent hand position without looking down between points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene honeycomb with EVA foam perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene honeycomb with EVA foam perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-layer woven fiberglass and T700 raw carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-layer woven fiberglass and T700 raw carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw Spin Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw Spin Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 - 8.3 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 - 8.4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.95 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.45 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower \/ Spin \/ Control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 9 \/ 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 9 \/ 7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate to Advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate to Advanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStepping up from here? Compare against the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-omni-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eSelkirk OMNI\u003c\/a\u003e for all-court balance or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eLABS Project Boomstik\u003c\/a\u003e for maximum power.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the SLK ERA Power USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Both the Widebody and Elongated SLK ERA Power are USA Pickleball approved and legal for sanctioned league and tournament play across the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between SLK and Selkirk paddles?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e SLK is Selkirk's performance-value line. SLK paddles use the same design language and quality control as the flagship Selkirk range but with more affordable material choices — polypropylene honeycomb rather than PureFoam cores, for example. The ERA Power sits at the top of the SLK line and is the closest SLK gets to flagship performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Should I choose the Elongated or the Widebody SLK ERA Power?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Take the Elongated for extra reach and leverage if you drive from the baseline or play singles. Take the Widebody for a wider sweet spot and quicker manoeuvrability in doubles hand battles at the net. Core and face construction are identical between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the SLK ERA Power good for a 3.5 player?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e It is arguably the ideal 3.5 paddle. At that level most players want more put-away power but cannot yet afford to lose control on resets. The 16mm core plus foam perimeter gives you both, and Selkirk rates it for intermediate to advanced play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How does a foam perimeter core differ from a standard honeycomb core?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e A standard polypropylene honeycomb core loses energy near the edges, which is why off-centre hits feel dead. Adding a low-density EVA foam ring around the perimeter returns some of that energy, so shots struck away from the middle keep more pace and the effective sweet spot grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What does Raw Spin Technology mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e It is Selkirk's name for a raw, unpainted carbon fiber face left with its natural surface texture rather than sealed under a smooth coating. That exposed weave grips the ball for longer at contact, which produces measurably more spin on drives, rolls and drops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selkirk","offers":[{"title":"Ultraviolet","offer_id":48158648205538,"sku":"PICK-SELK-PADL-SERA-WBUV","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/pdp_PNG-selkirk-slk-era-pickleball-paddle-widebody-ultra-violet-purple-01.png?v=1785100054"}],"url":"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/selkirk-pickleball-copy-1.oembed","provider":"TopCricketStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}