Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm vs Selkirk SLK Dauntless
Bread & Butter
The Loco Hybrid 16mm
$149.25
7.9–8.1 oz · 16mm core · Hybrid
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Pickle's 5-axis score
Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm vs Selkirk SLK Dauntless across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm (Hybrid) and Selkirk SLK Dauntless (Widebody) differ in head shape, so hand-speed and reach will feel distinct between them. Carbon fiber face on Selkirk SLK Dauntless favors consistency; fiberglass/composite on Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm adds pop out of the box.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm | Selkirk SLK Dauntless |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.1 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Full foam core (EVA + EPP) | Polymer honeycomb |
| Face material | CFC (carbon, fiberglass, carbon) | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.3" | 5.3" |
| Price | $149.25 | $150 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm is listed at 7.9–8.1 oz; Selkirk SLK Dauntless at 7.8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk SLK Dauntless is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Length and width. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm measures 16.2" × 7.6"; Selkirk SLK Dauntless measures 16" × 8" (hybrid vs widebody). The Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm is 0.2" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Face material. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm lists its face as CFC; Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm lists its core as Full foam core; Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists Polymer honeycomb. 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
Selkirk SLK Dauntless
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: control
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Bread & Butter The Loco Hybrid 16mm if…
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Selkirk SLK Dauntless if…
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
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