DHS Fang Bo B2X

I had a Yinhe Y13 blade but found it lacking in power. The Rozena rubber didn’t fit well on it. So, I decided to buy the Fang Bo ALC B2 blade. The Rozena rubber fits well on this blade. I will buy a new Rozena rubber to balance my play. My backhand rubber doesn’t fit well with my Fang Bo ALC blade. It’s Sanwei Taiji Plus. According to my playmates, my game has improved using the Fang Bo ALC B2. I am also satisfied with my play using this blade.

My DHS Fang Bo B2X arrived at 91.3g, 1442Hz, and 6.1mm thick from princett.com. This blade surpassed all other contenders (out of approximately 40) to become my personal favorite.

To compensate for reduced stamina during competitions against younger opponents (at 60+ age), I sought a blade with greater speed than the 7-ply clipper-like setup I was using. The Limba top layer enables me to execute serves with ample spin and control, while the inner carbon provides exceptional acceleration from 3-6 ft behind the table.

My blade is equipped with Yinhe Moon rubbers: medium sponge for forehand and soft sponge for backhand (non-tacky). These moderately catapulty rubbers complement the blade’s performance. Prior to gluing the rubbers, I coated the blade with varnish (recommended for Limba top layers) and sanded the edges. I also applied Tannius grip tape (purchased from Amazon).

In comparison to other blades, the DHS Fang Bo B2X: - Exhibits a lower speed than the external carbon Yinhe Pro 01 (a Viscaria clone). - Offers more dwell time than the Yinhe Pro 01 and Yinhe Pro Feeling. - Boasts a higher speed than the Yinhe PD-437 (7-ply with Limba top and 1400Hz). - Provides greater dwell time than the Yinhe PD-537 (7-ply with walnut top and 1400Hz). - Surpasses the speed of the Yinhe 970 XX-A (1291Hz).

While the handle is marginally thinner than those found on newer Sanwei blades (such as the HC-5s), the grip tape effectively addresses this difference.

Ultimately, for my playing style, this blade represents an upgrade in speed over the 7-ply clipper structure, while maintaining a comparable level of control.

This is a blade that I have wanted to upgrade to. Coming from the Ma Lin Extra Offensive, I felt as though I had to work extremely hard to get the amount of power to kill people during loops. The Fang Bo B2X is an impressive blade.

Due to the thicker core layer, it pushes the carbon out, and it makes activating the carbon a lot easier. That being said, I have hit with a Long V and I found that it was very night and day difference when the blade has wood feeling, and when hitting hard, a nice click. With the Fang Bo B2X, you don’t have to work that hard to get the carbon. I think that it is the best combination since it has the feeling of inner carbon and outer carbon at the same time.

This blade excels at mid distance rallies. Short to the table deliveries the ball at a deadly speed during 3rd ball attacks with minimal effort. Touch game with pushes is a bit tougher given how the carbon is easily activated. Flicks with both backhand and forehand are superb with the right amount of speed.

Looping is great with this blade, and essentially has a large sweet spot. If you hit the regular sweetspot of the blade then the ball will be near unreturnable. Blocking is great with this blade, no issues whatsoever. Since it is stiff in nature, blocks are consistent. Service is not as strong as the Ma Lin in this aspect, and that is expected with carbon.

In my opinion, this blade has medium high to high throw, and provides safety, although forehand technique must be solid, otherwise the ball will shoot out. I am using this with DHS Hurricane 8 Medium Hard 40 deg, Skyline 3-60 Medium Soft 37 deg. I recommend this to players who want to take control of the point immediately and want to pressure the opponent at the very start.

The price of this table tennis blade is reasonable. It offers a good balance of control and power, making it suitable for offensive playstyles. Additionally, its weight is not excessive, which enhances its maneuverability. Overall, I find this blade satisfactory.

Used with both Rakza 7 soft rubbers, this blade provides excellent control. It’s enjoyable to play with and performs effectively for both short and long play. The handle is comfortable and well-suited for attacking spin/flat drive play.

This blade is incredibly fast, even for skilled players. I find it works well for me, but I kid. It’s so fast that I have to stand one meter back just to serve. I serve with a forehand side/underspin, and I’m quite aggressive in my serving. As for the play, it’s very fast. Among the 10 fastest blades I’ve tried, it still offers control. Once you master this blade, it will become a reliable and long-lasting companion.

Extremely fast and stiff blade with a VERY VERY LARGE SWEETSPOT. Pairs well with softer (45 degree?) rubber for backhand and harder rubbers for forehand (only if you are a hard hitter).

FH: Hurricane 3 Neo Provincial Blue Sponge. BH: Xiom Vega Asia. Really gives so much spin when looping. However, it requires a lot of power and footwork, or else the ball will go into the net.

This blade is truly a gem. A must-have because of its performance. I switched from the DHS PG9 and feel this B2X has the control of the PG9, with much more balance but with more power. I tried the DHS Long 5 but found it very hard to perform a flat hit; you have to loop everything (unless you have good footwork and techniques, Long 5 will never suit you). All of them are 89 grams, with rubbers: FH H3 Pro 40°, BH H3-50 mid. With the same layers construction, the FB series is always stiffer than the Long series, and the price is just about 1/3. I think the PG9 and B2X have the same stiffness, but the Limba outer makes the B2X have more dwell time, and the ALC inner makes it more stable. The thicker core, compared to the PG9, gives the B2X more power, more than the PG9 with Koto outer. Overall, it is a very well-balanced blade, so switching between FH/BH feels very natural. If your style is quick attack plus loop (Long 5 is loop plus quick attack), this blade is for you.

Very nice blade. I used DHS Hurricane Fang Bo B2. This blade is a bit stiffer and really better in hand than the old version (BO B).

The new version B2X adjusts the thickness. The structure is the same as the old version, with fiber inner to core.

I’m a beginner to intermediate level player who wants good control rather than speed equipment. My combination of Fang Bo B2X is 729 Battle II for forehand and Butterfly Rozena for backhand.

Firstly, the grip and weight are amazing for me. It makes my forehand topspin easier and more precise than my recent blade.

Secondly, the speed is not too fast, but it’s enough for both sidespin attacks with good control and placement. Also, blocking or driving against topspin is very good.

To summarize, I’m happy about everything and I’m sure I will use this blade for a long time with experimentation with other rubbers. I will make another review after that.

I love the innerfiber technology, so this Fang Bo blade is a great choice. I previously used the Harimotto ALC, and these two blades are almost identical. They both use a limba wood outer layer and ALC carbon, giving them a longer dwell time and providing excellent spin. However, the difference lies in the thickness of the core. With the thicker core that the Fang Bo has, it provides more power and minimum vibration. I find myself more comfortable using the Fang Bo.

Furthermore, I feel that this blade has a heavier forward center of gravity, which makes me more comfortable swinging spin in the middle distance. Overall, I love this blade!

Great blade.

However, I would argue that the speed rating of 9.3 is slightly inflated and is more realistically around 8.8-9.0.

The control of this blade is remarkable.

It bears a strong resemblance to the Timo Boll ZLF in terms of feel and overall playing characteristics. Notably, it is somewhat stiffer than the ZLF.

The sweet spot is exceptionally large.

Considering its price point, this blade offers excellent value for money.

This blade offers a pleasant backhand experience with a touch of crispness. Equipping it with Mantra Pro M on the backhand side enhances its speed and spin capabilities.

As for the forehand, after experimenting with DNA Pro H, I found it lacking in firmness. However, once I switched to Hurricane 3 bs 40°, the blade transformed and provided an exceptional feel.

Overall, this blade stands out as a remarkable choice. Its build quality is impressive, which is not always a given with DHS products. This blade possesses a well-rounded profile without any noticeable shortcomings.