DHS Fang Bo Carbon vs Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner
How Rxton 9 Pro Inner stacks up against one of DHS's most-played blades, using construction facts and Loki's own spec sheet — not a verdict on which is better.
DHS Fang Bo Carbon B2 is a widely played inner-ALC blade known for great spin-to-cost value. Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner matches its 5-ply wood + 2 inner carbon layup, offering similar looping dwell with tighter weight tolerances and tournament-grade handle finishing at £49.99.
Head-to-Head Specification Comparison
Direct comparison of core material parameters, playing dynamics, and UK retail price points.
| Specification | DHS Fang Bo Carbon | Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner |
|---|---|---|
| Category / Role | OFF++ Quick-Attack + Loop Blade | OFF+ Offensive Blade |
| Blade Composition | 5 Wood + 2 Inner Aryl-Carbon | 5 Wood + 2 Inner Basalt GNF Fiber |
| Thickness | 5.9mm (±0.1mm) | 6.0mm (±0.2mm) |
| Head Size & Weight | Not published by DHS — ~88–90g (±3g, varies by handle) | 157×150mm (~87g (estimate)) |
| UK Retail Price | ≈£47 (converted from $60 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate) | £42.99 inc. VAT |
| Tournament Compliance | ITTF Tournament Legal | ✔ ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant |
Why This Pairing
Understanding the technical rationale and playstyle alignment behind this comparison.
Fang Bo Carbon is built for balanced two-wing attacking play. Rxton 9 Pro Inner targets the same forehand/backhand balance in Loki's carbon range.
Note: We're comparing where these two blades sit, not promising they'll feel the same off the bat — every brand's ply structure, fibre choice and tolerances differ. Use this as a sensible starting point if you've played the DHS blade, not a guarantee.
Complete Your Setup with Recommended Loki Equipment
Pair this setup with complementary tournament rubbers and accessories.
Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner
Basalt GNF Fibre inner-layer blade; toughness and support, versatile forehand/backhand balance
Loki Rxton 7
Tacky offensive rubber with balanced speed and high dwell for topspin development.
Loki Rxton 3 Max
Versatile all-round tacky sheet with medium cake sponge for control and placement.
Common questions
Is the Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner as good as the DHS Fang Bo Carbon?
Loki UK doesn’t claim the Rxton 9 Pro Inner is objectively better than the DHS Fang Bo Carbon, and this page isn’t trying to declare a winner. DHS Fang Bo Carbon B2 is a widely played inner-ALC blade known for great spin-to-cost value. Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner matches its 5-ply wood + 2 inner carbon layup, offering similar looping dwell with tighter weight tolerances and tournament-grade handle finishing at £49.99.
What is the Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner made of?
The Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner is an OFF+ Offensive Blade, built as 5 Wood + 2 Inner Basalt GNF Fiber. That’s Loki’s own manufacturer specification for the Rxton 9 Pro Inner specifically, from Loki’s 2026 catalogue — see the table above for thickness and weight.
Is the Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner legal for ITTF and Table Tennis England tournaments?
Yes. The Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner is ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant, so it’s legal for British League, county championships and sanctioned local league play, the same as the DHS Fang Bo Carbon.
How much does the Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner cost compared to the DHS Fang Bo Carbon?
The DHS Fang Bo Carbon is priced at ≈£47 (converted from $60 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate). The Loki Rxton 9 Pro Inner costs £42.99 inc. VAT — check the live price above, since it updates automatically as stock and pricing change, unlike a figure typed into a page.
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Editorial & Compliance Disclosure: Category, construction, thickness, head size and tournament-legality facts for the competitor blade are drawn from its own manufacturer product listing. Loki figures are manufacturer specification from Loki’s 2026 catalogue. This page does not use or cite any third-party community rating site. UK competitor pricing is sourced from the relevant official UK distributor, dated on this page. Loki UK has no business relationship or endorsement from competitor manufacturers. All competitor trademarks belong to their respective owners.