# Hans Van Dan Elzen **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/forum-chat-w-the-pros/hans-van-dan-elzen/41.md [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) --- ## [Winners announced!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/winners-announced/295287)
**Author:** [@YoYoExpertGarrett](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertGarrett)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2018, 2:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/winners-announced/295287 "2018-11-20T02:53:29Z")
Han’s favorite question - Up to $100 in YoYoFactory Yo-Yos from YoYoExpert! You choose! @TheYoyoer27 10 random people will receive a SIGNED Hans Van Dan Elzen Trading Card (one of the Legend Cards from the 2017 YoYo… --- ## [The Future of 2a](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-future-of-2a/294635)
**Author:** [@kksimon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kksimon)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 10:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-future-of-2a/294635 "2018-12-16T22:29:15Z")
About 20 years ago the yoyos became unresponsive. This revolutionized the style of play at the time. Ever since then, yoyos have been changing. But 2a yoyos have seemed roughly the same for a while now. The Loop 2020s ar… --- ## [Top 5 YYF and non-YYF yo-yos since 2010?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/top-5-yyf-and-non-yyf-yo-yos-since-2010/294687)
**Author:** [@codinghorror](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/codinghorror)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 1:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/top-5-yyf-and-non-yyf-yo-yos-since-2010/294687 "2018-11-29T13:33:25Z")
Speaking of “modern” yoyos, from 2010 onward… What are your five favorite yoyofactory yo-yos released in 2010 or later? And what are your five favorite non yoyofactory yo-yos released in 2010 or later? --- ## [Project Red Alert?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/project-red-alert/294808)
**Author:** [@Theolodger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Theolodger)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2018, 9:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/project-red-alert/294808 "2018-11-20T09:24:10Z")
what happened with project red alert #9 and #10? Will anything come back with #10 in the future? I know #9 is nine dragons… I think @YOHANS is not seeing this… --- ## [Yoyofactory](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory/294670)
**Author:** [@yoyo\_girl\_700](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo_girl_700)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 10:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory/294670 "2018-11-10T10:14:30Z")
Hey Hans! With Yoyofactory, what were your struggles and highs when forming the company? Did you think the company would be where it is today when you started Yoyofactory with Ben? Thanks! --- ## [Some hints?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-hints/294760)
**Author:** [@yoyo\_girl\_700](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo_girl_700)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 9:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/some-hints/294760 "2018-11-10T09:40:15Z")
Any hints for the community about what’s coming in 2019? Do you have any big ideas for a specific player? Any new players who are getting sponsored by yyf? --- ## [Learning horizontal play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/learning-horizontal-play/294762)
**Author:** [@nickyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nickyo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 2:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/learning-horizontal-play/294762 "2018-11-09T02:07:11Z")
As a new player just starting out, I was wondering what you would recommend for learning finger spins? Also any tips on horizontal play in general would be much appreciated. Cheers! --- ## [Just a Question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-a-question/294789)
**Author:** [@kksimon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kksimon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 9:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-a-question/294789 "2018-11-08T21:07:42Z")
Do you have a brother named Franz and do you pump people up? :smile: --- ## [Weirdest yoyo name suggestion](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/weirdest-yoyo-name-suggestion/294823)
**Author:** [@joshxz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/joshxz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 6:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/weirdest-yoyo-name-suggestion/294823 "2018-11-08T18:03:26Z")
In all your time working in the yoyo industry what is the weirdest yoyo name or suggested name you have ever heard. --- ## [If you could jumpstart another style being competitive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-you-could-jumpstart-another-style-being-competitive/294737)
**Author:** [@yofanatic05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yofanatic05)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 12:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-you-could-jumpstart-another-style-being-competitive/294737 "2018-11-08T12:46:59Z")
I know YoyoFactory has said that they were “promoting a 9A division to be run at select events around the world.” but there are so many other great styles that are kind-of left in the dust when it comes to contests. Ju… --- ## [Are booms generational?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/are-booms-generational/294745)
**Author:** [@mrciurleo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrciurleo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 12:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/are-booms-generational/294745 "2018-11-08T12:16:00Z")
The major upswings in yoyos happened in ~30 year increments. Late 20s/early 30s with Flores, mid-60s, and late 90s. Think we’ll see another in 10 or so years? It seems like each time had something new associated with … --- ## [Is a poptart a ravioli?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-a-poptart-a-ravioli/294718)
**Author:** [@smileypants707](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/smileypants707)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 8:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-a-poptart-a-ravioli/294718 "2018-11-08T08:34:33Z")
This is an Ask Me Anything, right? Why or why not? --- ## [Which mall?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-mall/294802)
**Author:** [@vegabomb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/vegabomb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 3:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-mall/294802 "2018-11-08T03:16:14Z")
So which is better, Lakeside mall or Oakland mall? :rofl: --- ## [Most fun design process?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-fun-design-process/294801)
**Author:** [@wolfwithamelon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/wolfwithamelon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 3:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-fun-design-process/294801 "2018-11-08T03:11:33Z")
Just like the title says, what’s the yoyo you’ve most enjoyed designing/working on overall? --- ## [Which is better?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-is-better/294796)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_kid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_kid)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 2:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-is-better/294796 "2018-11-08T02:55:37Z")
Since you are a looking expert, I wanted to ask: Which response system is better? Starburst or Silicon Response? --- ## [Advice for beginners](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/advice-for-beginners/294786)
**Author:** [@Ambre9864](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ambre9864)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 2:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/advice-for-beginners/294786 "2018-11-08T02:51:28Z")
If you could give just one piece of advice to someone when they’re just starting to get into the community, what would it be? And what yoyo would you recommend them? --- ## [Ever have a Unique Apprentice?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ever-have-a-unique-apprentice/294750)
**Author:** [@chaotikchiken](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/chaotikchiken)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 2:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ever-have-a-unique-apprentice/294750 "2018-11-08T02:42:01Z")
Seeing as you met a bunch of famous celebrities and musicians in the '90s, was there ever a time Justin Timberlake or anyone asked you to help them learn a trick? Was there ever a time you were impressed by skills from … --- ## [Favorites?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/favorites/294756)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_kid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_kid)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 11:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/favorites/294756 "2018-11-07T23:18:56Z")
Hello! I wanted to ask you something else. What’s your favorite style of yoyoing? What is your favorite trick in that category? Thanks! --- ## [Where is your favorite place for yoyoing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-is-your-favorite-place-for-yoyoing/294752)
**Author:** [@chaotikchiken](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/chaotikchiken)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 11:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-is-your-favorite-place-for-yoyoing/294752 "2018-11-07T23:16:54Z")
Do you have a favorite city or country for yoyoing; whether it be for competitions, how bystanders react, or the culture that greatly supports the sport? --- ## [Shutter Ultra?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-ultra/294748)
**Author:** [@chaotikchiken](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/chaotikchiken)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 11:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-ultra/294748 "2018-11-07T23:11:43Z")
When is the Shutter going to get some love and get ultra-fied? --- ## [Spin tops?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spin-tops/294782)
**Author:** [@vegabomb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/vegabomb)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 8:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spin-tops/294782 "2018-11-07T20:15:51Z")
@YOHANS Anything new on the spin top horizon? @yyfben2.deactivated gave me one with an order I placed and I’m hooked! --- ## [What is the best beginner yoyo for ages 7-11 (give or take)?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-the-best-beginner-yoyo-for-ages-7-11-give-or-take/294723)
**Author:** [@anon19434144](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon19434144)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 7:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-the-best-beginner-yoyo-for-ages-7-11-give-or-take/294723 "2018-11-07T19:39:26Z")
There are so many yoyos that claim to be beginner friendly but I don’t know or have any that I’d be totally comfortable giving to a kid. They either seem too advanced or too limiting. Just wondering what your opinion is.… --- ## [Your future](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/your-future/294753)
**Author:** [@YoEverywheres](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoEverywheres)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 4:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/your-future/294753 "2018-11-07T16:51:33Z")
How long do you see yourself participating in competition events? I see a lot of guys give it up when they get past a certain age. --- ## [How has yoyoing changed your life? Etc. (Questions)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-has-yoyoing-changed-your-life-etc-questions/294763)
**Author:** [@EthanV](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/EthanV)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 4:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-has-yoyoing-changed-your-life-etc-questions/294763 "2018-11-07T16:34:48Z")
FI know that you have been yoyoing for a long time. As the title says, “How has yoyoing changed your life?” A few other questions are, “Were there times that you were close to quitting yoyo? If so, why was that?” “Do … --- ## [How Would You Train for a Competition?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-would-you-train-for-a-competition/294734)
**Author:** [@popcap](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/popcap)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-would-you-train-for-a-competition/294734 "2018-11-07T15:22:47Z")
I would like to know a good strat for competition training. --- ## [The future of vintage designs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-future-of-vintage-designs/294725)
**Author:** [@cowmamba](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cowmamba)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 2:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-future-of-vintage-designs/294725 "2018-11-07T14:56:00Z")
Hey @YOHANS! It’s been a while! I hope all is well. With the recent release of the 888 GT, it got me thinking. What are your thoughts, and perhaps plans, for resurrecting more vintage designs in the future? We’re star… --- ## [Do you like seeing yo-yos in film or Tv?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-you-like-seeing-yo-yos-in-film-or-tv/294743)
**Author:** [@Raysion05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raysion05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 6:33am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-you-like-seeing-yo-yos-in-film-or-tv/294743 "2018-11-07T06:33:21Z")
I have noticed that there are sometimes yo-yos played by characters in movies and tv shows but it sometimes annoys me, because they are usual the imbeciles. Like Kelso sometimes yo-yoed on that 70s show but he was the fo… --- ## [About Yoyofactory](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/about-yoyofactory/294747)
**Author:** [@dannyyu7](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dannyyu7)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/about-yoyofactory/294747 "2018-11-07T03:42:59Z")
What was your initial goal when you launched Yoyofactory? Has it changed ever since? What is your vision for yoyoing in the next few years and how Yoyofactory is going to be a part of it? Cheers! --- ## [Competitions televised?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/competitions-televised/294744)
**Author:** [@Raysion05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raysion05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/competitions-televised/294744 "2018-11-07T02:43:09Z")
I once saw espn, one of them sorry it’s been years and I don’t remember which one, that did a one hour special on the us nationals with Yuuki Spencer winning and I got excited to see yo-yoing on tv. What do you think are… --- ## [Questions!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/questions/294739)
**Author:** [@NoT\_ATHROWER](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NoT_ATHROWER)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 2:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/questions/294739 "2018-11-07T02:38:07Z")
Hello there YoHans! I’m a little bit curious about how companies decide the price points of each yoyo. Regarding this, I own an Edge Beyond and a WEdge. Both the WEdge and Edge Beyond play very well. Although on the exp… [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/forum-chat-w-the-pros/hans-van-dan-elzen/41.md?page=1)