Weight
85g
Thickness
6.65mm
Plies
5-ply
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Epox Offensiv
Donic Epox Offensive is a 5-ply all-wood blade crafted for offensive players who demand a blend of speed, control, and spin. Its unique epoxy resin gluing technique enhances rigidity and dynamics while maintaining a pleasant feel and minimizing vibration. Featuring a 360° Fineline wood edge protection, this durable blade offers a balanced platform for powerful strokes, precise placements, and substantial spin generation, making it a top choice for aggressive, fast-paced play.
The 5-ply construction features Ayous wood for the core and intermediate layers, with Black Fineline as the outer plies. Veneers are bonded using a special epoxy resin gluing technique, providing rigidity and dynamics while minimizing vibration for a balance of speed and control.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Donic Epox Offensive delivers significant speed suitable for offensive strategies, consistently rated high due to its construction and epoxy resin gluing technique. This enhances dynamics and power for fast attacks, making it ideal for players who thrive on aggressive, quick-paced rallies.
Despite its offensive speed, Epox Offensive is praised for its excellent control, which is unusual for blades in this class. Our testing shows it performs well for blocks, pushes, and defensive shots, offering versatility for players who mix offense with controlled play.
Epox Offensive offers a medium-hard feel due to its stiffness and epoxy bonding, providing a solid connection to the ball without excessive harshness. While some describe it as muted, it delivers pleasant feedback, especially with softer rubbers.
With its speed and offensive capabilities, Epox Offensive produces a medium-high throw angle, beneficial for aggressive looping and clearing the net with ample margin, particularly when paired with higher-throw rubbers.
This blade provides good dwell time for an offensive model, allowing players to impart significant spin on the ball. The slightly thicker wood construction enables a more pronounced ball contact, crucial for looping and topspin shots.
Epox Offensive leans towards stiff due to the epoxy resin bonding, contributing to its power and speed. This reduces flex compared to more flexible blades, which some players might prefer for extreme spin or feel.
A standout feature is its lack of unpleasant vibration, despite its speed and stiffness. The epoxy gluing technique absorbs unwanted vibrations, leading to a cleaner feel and more consistent shot execution.
Epox Offensive boasts high build quality and an excellent finish, with epoxy resin gluing and Fineline wood edge protection contributing to its durability and premium feel. TTSensei experts note its robust construction makes it a reliable choice for demanding play.
Technology
Donic Epox Offensive utilizes the innovative Donic Epox System, where five wood veneers are bonded with an epoxy resin film liquefied under heat and pressure. This creates a strong, rigid bond that enhances dynamics, power, and stiffness while minimizing vibration. Additionally, the Donic Fineline Covered System incorporates 360° edge protection made of Fineline wood, ensuring durability and a refined aesthetic. This combination results in a high-quality, unique, and durable table tennis blade ideal for offensive play.
Similar Blades
Donic Epox Topspeed
Donic Epox Topspeed is the fastest blade in the Epox series, offering even more speed and power than the Epox Offensive. It uses similar construction with hard inner veneers for rigidity, making it suitable for aggressive, uncompromising offensive players who prioritize raw power over balanced control.
Tibhar Nimbus Offensive
Tibhar Nimbus Offensive is another option for offensive players, often compared to the Donic Epox Offensive in online discussions. Many players find it competes in terms of weight, control, and feel, with both blades aiming to provide speed and control for attacking play, though direct comparison may reveal nuanced differences.