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The Donic Waldner Allplay is a classic all-wood table tennis blade that caters to players seeking a perfect blend of control, spin, and versatile gameplay. Designed with a 5-ply composition featuring Limba wood on the outer layers, this blade provides excellent feedback and a soft touch, making it an ideal choice for beginners and intermediate players. Its target speed rating is 68, which positions it comfortably on the slower side of the spectrum, allowing players to develop their strokes without sacrificing control.
Weighing in at approximately 85 grams, the Waldner Allplay is considered lightweight, promoting agility and ease of maneuvering. With a thickness of 5.4mm, this blade strikes a balance between sturdiness and flexibility. The stiffness rating of 4.1 ensures that players can execute various techniques like looping and blocking while benefiting from a cushioned feel off the bat. This blade’s excellent dwell time aids in generating spin, enhancing the player’s ability to perform effective topspin strokes close to the table.
While this blade is ideal for those looking to master their techniques, it may not be suitable for players who rely heavily on speed from a distance, given its slower profile. However, alternatives such as Donic’s Waldner Carbon series may offer a blend of speed and control for those wanting a bit more power. Overall, the Donic Waldner Allplay is lauded for its control and feedback, making it a valuable choice for players wanting to refine their skills and improve their game.
Just a very good blade. Reasonably cheap and very good quality for the price.
My current setup is a red Tibhar Q5 VIP on the backhand and a Nittaku Fastarc G-1 Super Thick black on the forehand. I had previously used composite blades (XVT Knight 7, Palio Energy 3, Donic Epox Carbotec) but I was happy to downgrade to a slower blade when I switched to this one.
The control and feeling are outstanding, and with the correct stroke speed, it is also impressive. I have a club colleague who uses the Donic Appelgren Allplay, which has a similar build to this blade. It is incredible how much speed he generates with his strokes. Once we are able to practice together again, I will let him test my blade and get his comments.
I need to play a little more with this blade to give a better review, but so far I am very happy with it and I will stick to wooden blades. I will update my review once I have had more time to practice.
Anyone who has problems controlling the ball or pushing balls long over the table should give this blade a try. You won’t regret it. Topspin strokes also feel very good and controllable.
Very nice feeling, good control and dwell, but lack of speed and power. This makes it impossible to play away from the table. Perhaps with very fast rubbers like mx-p, it could be more playable.
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