# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=157 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 158 --- ## [diamondback or phenom](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/diamondback-or-phenom/64712)
**Author:** [@marcuspeh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/marcuspeh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2014, 6:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/diamondback-or-phenom/64712 "2014-03-19T06:23:39Z")
??? --- ## [Albatross, Quake, or Triton?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/albatross-quake-or-triton/64730)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2014, 4:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/albatross-quake-or-triton/64730 "2014-03-19T04:58:12Z")
I’ll go ahead and let you guys pick. --- ## [2sickyoyos 6061 Gambit Review (by GregP)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2sickyoyos-6061-gambit-review-by-gregp/64093)
**Author:** [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2014, 1:33am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2sickyoyos-6061-gambit-review-by-gregp/64093 "2014-03-19T01:33:59Z")
I’ve had the 2sickyoyos Gambit for two months now, which should be enough time for the honeymoon phase to have worn off and to give it an honest review. Keep in mind, there are two versions of the Gambit (6061 and 7075) … --- ## [YOYOFFICER GRAVITY REVIEW (YYO REVIEW CONTEST)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofficer-gravity-review-yyo-review-contest/64668)
**Author:** [@thatguynexttoyou](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/thatguynexttoyou)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2014, 12:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofficer-gravity-review-yyo-review-contest/64668 "2014-03-19T00:25:40Z")
So I know I've only made this account yesterday(It hasn't even been 24 hours yet), but I recently heard about the yoyofficer review contest and I just said, "Why not? I've read enough Chris Allen stuff." Now y… --- ## [Yoyo recommendation](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-recommendation/64723)
**Author:** [@dnellegar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dnellegar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 8:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-recommendation/64723 "2014-03-18T20:06:54Z")
So I already have a few throws and I can do most intermediate tricks and was wondering what my next metal throw should b. I just got some money and I already want to spend it… Woops --- ## [Help picking a Yo-Yo for a beginner, and one for me!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-picking-a-yo-yo-for-a-beginner-and-one-for-me/64717)
**Author:** [@Slayer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slayer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 7:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-picking-a-yo-yo-for-a-beginner-and-one-for-me/64717 "2014-03-18T19:03:18Z")
So I used to yo-yo a lot back when i was younger, but for some reason I stopped. ??? Anyway, getting back into it now, and a friend (a girl), wants to try it too. She’s not sure if she’s going to like it or not (she will… --- ## [YoyoFactory ShaqlerStar Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-shaqlerstar-review/64711)
**Author:** [@tzighy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tzighy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 12:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-shaqlerstar-review/64711 "2014-03-18T12:58:18Z")
Hello, I’ve decided that after I’ve been longing for this thing so much it’s time to do it the justice it deserves. I had a NorthStar that I’ve eventually sold because i couldn’t stand the pulse that i thought was becaus… --- ## [YoyoFactory 2013 Superstar!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-2013-superstar/63637)
**Author:** [@Link45116](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Link45116)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 3:44am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-2013-superstar/63637 "2014-03-18T03:44:52Z")
Here is a quick review for the 2013 Superstar! --- ## [Genesis vs. Equilateral](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/genesis-vs-equilateral/64444)
**Author:** [@yoyodog1375](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyodog1375)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2014, 4:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/genesis-vs-equilateral/64444 "2014-03-17T16:22:33Z")
Hey everyone. i found a BST post that had a MIB hubstacked Genesis for 50 and a MIB Equilateral for 45. I’m not really sure which one to get because i know that they are both going to be great. --- ## [Need Yoyo recommendation For Horizontal style play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-yoyo-recommendation-for-horizontal-style-play/64578)
**Author:** [@tiobenz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tiobenz)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2014, 12:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-yoyo-recommendation-for-horizontal-style-play/64578 "2014-03-17T12:32:30Z")
Hi… All I need yoyo recommendation Budget under 80usd good for horizontal style playing (a simple like finger spin and more advance horizontal trick) My friend from local yoyo community said C3 level 6 or YYF Aviator…… --- ## [Radical Seas Set Sail review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/radical-seas-set-sail-review/64507)
**Author:** [@whutnow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/whutnow)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2014, 10:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/radical-seas-set-sail-review/64507 "2014-03-17T10:10:11Z")
I haven’t written a review in quite a while but when I had this thing at PNWR I knew it had to be reviewed. So with that aside, lets get straight to it :slight\_smile: Background: Radical Seas is a small start up company… --- ## [Best yoyo to learn on??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-to-learn-on/64624)
**Author:** [@yoyodog1375](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyodog1375)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2014, 3:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-to-learn-on/64624 "2014-03-17T03:50:38Z")
Hey guys I’ve been having trouble learning new tricks and I need a good yoyo anyways so what is all you guys favorite yoyo for learning new tricks and/or combos? Primarily 1A but I should start learning other divisions t… --- ## [Good yoyo for rejections and hops.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyo-for-rejections-and-hops/64634)
**Author:** [@Mr.wIerdHObBies31](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mr.wIerdHObBies31)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2014, 2:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyo-for-rejections-and-hops/64634 "2014-03-17T02:35:11Z")
So I’ve been trying to learn all these new rejection tricks but it seems that my yoyo is too low walled. What makes a for a good rejection yoyo but is still good for agile play? I prefer: \<56mm 39mm Decent gap Tight… --- ## [YYF Nova vs YYF G-Funk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-nova-vs-yyf-g-funk/32855)
**Author:** [@dvan5000](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dvan5000)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2014, 1:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-nova-vs-yyf-g-funk/32855 "2014-03-16T13:24:06Z")
I’ve been thinking to get a new throw around $65. People have told me to get either the Nova or G-Funk. Please help me decide which on I should get! :slight\_smile: --- ## [Recommendation for you....](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommendation-for-you/64635)
**Author:** [@mullicabob](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mullicabob)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2014, 5:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommendation-for-you/64635 "2014-03-15T17:55:47Z")
I often hear “what’s a good throw for $50 or so”. --- ## [Summit Side Effects](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-side-effects/64616)
**Author:** [@joaquiglu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/joaquiglu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2014, 1:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-side-effects/64616 "2014-03-15T13:30:28Z")
Hi, I am getting a Summit and would like to know what would be the best side effects to put on it. Thanks in advance. --- ## [What do I need?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-do-i-need/64573)
**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2014, 10:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-do-i-need/64573 "2014-03-14T22:15:41Z")
Okay, I am looking for a hefty throw that has a long spin time. Sizes I like are about 54-56mm in diameter and width is good between 42-44mm. Weight is good around 69grams (so to make it hefty). I also like yoyos to have… --- ## [New Metal Throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-metal-throw/64552)
**Author:** [@DMYoYo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DMYoYo)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2014, 2:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-metal-throw/64552 "2014-03-14T02:20:44Z")
I have a Dark Magic 2 and have been wanting an all metal throw for a while. I like my Dark Magic with its size and feel on the string. I’ve looked at the Benchmarks and they seem to be getting pretty good praise. I’m int… --- ## [Which yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-yoyo/64595)
**Author:** [@live\_wire](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/live_wire)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2014, 8:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-yoyo/64595 "2014-03-13T20:47:48Z")
Hello guys, this is my first post on the forum. So, I’ve been convinced by my friends to audition for a casual performance if they subsidise my next 1A throw. Mainly because they want me to perform 1A. And they also wan… --- ## [What brand?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-brand/64433)
**Author:** [@The\_Yoyo\_Nerd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The_Yoyo_Nerd)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2014, 8:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-brand/64433 "2014-03-13T20:45:42Z")
Don’t say clyw, because I might be getting a chief or avalanche. I also want your recommendation of what yoyo from the brand you voted for. My crteria, something that is v or h shape, spins for a really long time, and … --- ## [YYf hubstack afterglow review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-hubstack-afterglow-review/64584)
**Author:** [@silvercobra725](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/silvercobra725)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2014, 1:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-hubstack-afterglow-review/64584 "2014-03-13T13:22:07Z")
all stats can be found here: YYF Hubstack YoYo – YoYoExpert sorry it I am a little brief here but my computer crashed so this is my third time writhing this ok so lets start the yyf hubstack afterglow is the light up… --- ## [Shutter or Benchmark?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-or-benchmark/64480)
**Author:** [@isnortcomet](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/isnortcomet)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2014, 12:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-or-benchmark/64480 "2014-03-13T12:54:35Z")
I have a couple questions. I’m looking To get a decent metal throw for not too much money. I’ve read that some the silver shutters come with center track bearings. Is that true for all silver shutters or just some? And … --- ## [Duncan-Magnetude Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-magnetude-review/64587)
**Author:** [@silvercobra725](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/silvercobra725)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2014, 1:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-magnetude-review/64587 "2014-03-13T01:22:09Z")
here are the stats:Duncan – YoYoExpert the ducan magnetude is quite the yoyo if is my favorite only trumped by my difeyo tank I love every part about this yoyo and the hubcaps and magnets make it feel like you are creat… --- ## [I might be getting a new throw….](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-might-be-getting-a-new-throw/64147)
**Author:** [@yoyobrandon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyobrandon)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 10:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-might-be-getting-a-new-throw/64147 "2014-03-12T22:15:48Z")
I might be getting a new throw soon, and I am deciding between the yyo hatchet and the yyo jaeger. Any suggestions/pros or cons? Currently, my favorite throw is the shutter, so something that plays similar to that would … --- ## [YYF $45 check mate or C3 level 6](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-45-check-mate-or-c3-level-6/64551)
**Author:** [@Jr\_Mouse](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jr_Mouse)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 3:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-45-check-mate-or-c3-level-6/64551 "2014-03-12T15:52:50Z")
which one. --- ## [Which yoyo to buy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-yoyo-to-buy/64500)
**Author:** [@js1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/js1)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 10:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-yoyo-to-buy/64500 "2014-03-12T10:49:57Z")
I have some experience with an aoda yoyo and want a better one Should I get the: YYF shutter 45$(I’ll buy a terrapin x bearing ceramic delta-cut) Werrd Hour 65$ One Drop Benchmark V --- ## [Selling. How much is my collection worth collectively? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/selling-how-much-is-my-collection-worth-collectively/64556)
**Author:** [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 6:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/selling-how-much-is-my-collection-worth-collectively/64556 "2014-03-12T06:11:19Z")
How much could I get if I sold these as one big package? MWB Samm Scott signed YYR Six!, Dead Smooth Vibey Shinwoo Prowing 1a, a few white marks and rough spots Kinda Vibey YYF HOT. One dent. Still plays great. AL7, … --- ## [Yoyo recommend for advance play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-recommend-for-advance-play/64544)
**Author:** [@Yoyofreak23](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyofreak23)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 2:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-recommend-for-advance-play/64544 "2014-03-12T02:37:23Z")
What is the best yoyo you recommend for a advance player ? And why? --- ## [Shutter vs Flipside vs N12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-vs-flipside-vs-n12/64455)
**Author:** [@GoCrazyForYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GoCrazyForYoyo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2014, 2:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-vs-flipside-vs-n12/64455 "2014-03-12T02:26:45Z")
Think of getting a new throw. I have a n12 but it’s kinda beat. I know I like it. My questions are mostly about the a Duncan Flipside and Shutter. Information about feel, quality, and any other opinions are greatly app… --- ## [DV888 VS Dark Magic II](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-vs-dark-magic-ii/64464)
**Author:** [@feeschman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/feeschman)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2014, 6:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-vs-dark-magic-ii/64464 "2014-03-11T18:53:23Z")
All the time people ask if DV888 or Dark Magic II is best for an intermediate to advanced player or someone that wants a good budget metal yoyo. I started out with buying a Dark Magic II and then a couple months after th… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=156) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=158)