Paddle Comparison
Bread & Butter Loco vs Selkirk Boomstik ST
The Selkirk Boomstik ST carries a clear SW advantage — 114.86 versus 108.06 on the Bread & Butter Loco — a 6.80-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Boomstik ST. The Selkirk Boomstik ST also has the wider sweet spot — TW 7.68 versus 7.29 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits.
Who wins on what
Power
Selkirk Boomstik ST
Higher Swing Weight (power) (108.06 vs 114.86, +6.80)
Hand Speed
Bread & Butter Loco
Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (108.06 vs 114.86)
Sweet Spot / Forgiveness
Selkirk Boomstik ST
Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (7.29 vs 7.68, +0.39)
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Which paddle should you buy?
Pick the Bread & Butter Loco if…
- You want faster hands — lower SW (108.06 vs 114.86) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
Pick the Selkirk Boomstik ST if…
- You want more power — SW 114.86 is 6.80 points higher.
- You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 7.68 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bread & Butter Loco or the Selkirk Boomstik ST better for power?
The Selkirk Boomstik ST generates more power — SW 114.86 vs 108.06 on the Bread & Butter Loco, a 6.80-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Loco's lower swing weight is the advantage.
Which paddle is more forgiving — the Bread & Butter Loco or the Selkirk Boomstik ST?
The Selkirk Boomstik ST is more forgiving with a twist weight of 7.68 vs 7.29 on the Bread & Butter Loco. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.
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