# Yo-Yo Reviews

**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=163

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## [Rally vs. Severe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rally-vs-severe/62648)

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**Author:** [@Zorro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zorro)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [January 25, 2014, 12:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rally-vs-severe/62648 "2014-01-25T00:25:56Z")

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I want both of these but I would like to know which is better. Whichever is better, I will most likely get first. Take into consideration that I prefer full-sized yoyos. So, which one?

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## [2A String](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2a-string/63259)

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**Author:** [@BeneTan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BeneTan)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 10:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2a-string/63259 "2014-01-24T22:59:55Z")

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Hey, so i have been looping with normal YYF string, i need to buy new string for 2A so i wanted to ask how cotton string is for looping. i heard some people use it so what is your opinion? or should i just go with norm…

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## [BST mentor?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bst-mentor/61967)

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**Author:** [@TyBigonet](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TyBigonet)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 3:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bst-mentor/61967 "2014-01-24T15:51:23Z")

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Hey all! So I’m planning on venturing into the BST after the holidays for the first time. I’d love it if I had some knowledgable people to bounce offers off of when they come up. Mainly “is this a fair price?” But also t…

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## [YYJ Surge Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-surge-review/55543)

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**Author:** [@Casey888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Casey888)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 3:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-surge-review/55543 "2014-01-24T15:11:42Z")

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Hey guys. This is my first review, so I’ll try to make it good. I figured I’d make one since there aren’t really any reviews out on it. The surge is a new yoyo by YYJ, said to play better than anything in its price ran…

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## [3A pairs that are uncommon?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3a-pairs-that-are-uncommon/40332)

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**Author:** [@aznnboyaZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aznnboyaZ)\
**Replies:** 280\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 4:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3a-pairs-that-are-uncommon/40332 "2014-01-24T04:16:24Z")

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Hi! Im looking for some uncommon 3A pairs! I always hear Stargazers, gleipnirs, Maxbets, Genesi, etc I’m looking for pairs that are very very uncommon!

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## [Prototyping](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/prototyping/63263)

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**Author:** [@jbritter3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jbritter3)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 2:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/prototyping/63263 "2014-01-24T02:38:46Z")

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Where are some good cheap places to get yoyo’s prototyped? Also I’d like to know if there’s anyone who has already made one willing to check my tolerances on a design. Currently I’m helping shen703 and bcmaddog with th…

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## [which  monkeyfingeR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-monkeyfinger/62667)

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**Author:** [@AGyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AGyoyo)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [January 24, 2014, 1:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-monkeyfinger/62667 "2014-01-24T01:37:04Z")

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which monkeyfinger yoyo should I get I want a yoyo whith speed smooth play long sleep time and a wide whith thanks, agyoyo

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## [Best 50$ and under unresponsive full sized yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-50-and-under-unresponsive-full-sized-yoyo/63163)

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**Author:** [@neongauge](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/neongauge)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2014, 10:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-50-and-under-unresponsive-full-sized-yoyo/63163 "2014-01-23T22:49:13Z")

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Im looking for a nice yoyo around 50$ or under. Unresponsive, full sized, good for grinds, and as long spinning as possible. The price can vary but nothing above 75$. preferable under 50$. Thanks for any suggestions. Lo…

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## [magic n9 yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/magic-n9-yoyo/52131)

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**Author:** [@yoyox132](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyox132)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2014, 1:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/magic-n9-yoyo/52131 "2014-01-23T01:10:37Z")

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I know the n12 is better, but it is more expensive… So I want to know what you think about the n9 magic yoyo. If you wrote a review about, leave a link! Thanks!

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## [Hatchet, Level 6, or Octave 1st Gen?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hatchet-level-6-or-octave-1st-gen/63169)

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**Author:** [@YoNacho](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoNacho)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 10:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hatchet-level-6-or-octave-1st-gen/63169 "2014-01-22T22:29:33Z")

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I’ve been wondering what yoyo I should save up for. Out of the options listed, which one do you recommend? Thanks! (I would prefer for you to have tried the yoyo out if you’re going to recommend it, or at least if you’…

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## [Duncan Hornet, Yomega Raider, or YoYoFactory Loop 900](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-hornet-yomega-raider-or-yoyofactory-loop-900/63228)

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**Author:** [@ThePants](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ThePants)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 8:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-hornet-yomega-raider-or-yoyofactory-loop-900/63228 "2014-01-22T20:24:48Z")

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These are my only options, what should I get?

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## [YYE Sling Bag](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yye-sling-bag/61457)

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**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yye-sling-bag/61457 "2014-01-22T19:41:41Z")

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I love the new sling bag, I want it really badly. But I cant have logos on my bags, so I was wondering if there was any way that I could get a plain black sling bag like this, or if I could customize one somewhere. Thank…

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## [Where can I find a nice top 5 case?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-can-i-find-a-nice-top-5-case/62951)

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**Author:** [@mordo613](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mordo613)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 7:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/where-can-i-find-a-nice-top-5-case/62951 "2014-01-22T19:39:30Z")

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I want to keep a special case for my top 5 favorite yoyos! Anybody know epwhere I can find a nice one?

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## [Yoyos $10 -$20](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos-10-20/63193)

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**Author:** [@xcharger](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xcharger)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 6:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos-10-20/63193 "2014-01-22T18:41:35Z")

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Hello guys, im looking for a yoyo between $10 - $20. i just want to know what my options are and what you recommend. i’ve been throwing for years, and need a new beater yoyo. but im just out-dated on the selection now…

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## [Supernova?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/supernova/63195)

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**Author:** [@papadoc219](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/papadoc219)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 5:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/supernova/63195 "2014-01-22T17:58:32Z")

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So my b-day is comin up and I want a naw yoyo. I was thinking a supernova because it fits my style and can be used for 5a. Is the supernova good for string tricks and grinds. plz tell me your opinions

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## [CZM8 or Level 6](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/czm8-or-level-6/63198)

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**Author:** [@ski4dayz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ski4dayz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 1:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/czm8-or-level-6/63198 "2014-01-22T13:51:26Z")

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So I am going to get a minute in the near future because i like the shape but after that, I wanted to geat a level 6. Now that I have seen pics, I am wondering if the CZM8 might be better. My shutter is fantastic and i…

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## [Recommend please](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommend-please/63202)

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**Author:** [@Yoyowinston](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyowinston)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2014, 4:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommend-please/63202 "2014-01-22T04:27:44Z")

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I’m Halfway through advanced part 1.im looking for a metal yoyo (nothing over 60$ But just a little bit if u really think I should get it)I was going to get level 6 but that was right when it came out. Any reccomendation…

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## [Purchasing cheap yoyos in bulk quantity for event with children](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/purchasing-cheap-yoyos-in-bulk-quantity-for-event-with-children/63150)

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**Author:** [@BlackShot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BlackShot)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2014, 9:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/purchasing-cheap-yoyos-in-bulk-quantity-for-event-with-children/63150 "2014-01-21T21:22:42Z")

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Happy New Year everyone! So on February 22nd my church is hosting a father/“big brother”(adults who would be with those who do not have father’s) & son event. There will be 40+ children that are 12 years of age and youn…

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## [C3yo level 6 review?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yo-level-6-review/62971)

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**Author:** [@Raigo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raigo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2014, 8:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yo-level-6-review/62971 "2014-01-21T20:15:57Z")

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Anyone have a level 6 yet? It looks awesome but it weighs 69 grams, which seems pretty heavy…

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## [Glow protostar vs. gravitsky protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/glow-protostar-vs-gravitsky-protostar/63158)

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**Author:** [@Yoyowinston](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyowinston)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2014, 3:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/glow-protostar-vs-gravitsky-protostar/63158 "2014-01-21T03:42:09Z")

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Which one: glow protostar or gravitsky protostar ???

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## [Looking for a smaller\*\* throw.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-a-smaller-throw/62816)

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**Author:** [@Jmosh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jmosh)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2014, 9:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-a-smaller-throw/62816 "2014-01-20T21:58:49Z")

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Good news, everyone! I’m looking to get a new throw. I want something slightly undersized because I feel my G-Funk is too small. I’ve been throwing for around 3~months but progressing well (imo). I really like my Gen…

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## [$50-$100 yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/50-100-yoyo/63075)

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**Author:** [@PIEwilson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PIEwilson)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [January 20, 2014, 7:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/50-100-yoyo/63075 "2014-01-20T19:34:56Z")

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Hey guys, I know there are about a million and one similar posts already out there, but I could really use the help. I am a fourteen-year-old with a limited income, and I am in the process of saving for a really great y…

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## [How are Yoyo Officer's yoyos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-are-yoyo-officers-yoyos/63052)

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**Author:** [@YoNacho](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoNacho)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [January 19, 2014, 2:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-are-yoyo-officers-yoyos/63052 "2014-01-19T02:47:00Z")

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I’m interested in saving for a Yoyo Officer Brave. How do they play? Also interested in a OneDrop Chik.

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## [Onedrop Summit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onedrop-summit/62739)

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**Author:** [@shen703](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/shen703)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 19, 2014, 1:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/onedrop-summit/62739 "2014-01-19T01:55:00Z")

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Last year, one of the most amazing collaborations between two companies happened. It started as a crazy idea, the idea of designing, creating, producing, and selling a brand new yoyo in time for the U.S CAL states. The r…

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## [What are some good looping yoyo half and halfs?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-are-some-good-looping-yoyo-half-and-halfs/63107)

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**Author:** [@Yoyo\_Kangaroo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_Kangaroo)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2014, 9:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-are-some-good-looping-yoyo-half-and-halfs/63107 "2014-01-18T21:34:05Z")

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So, I tried combining a bumblebee and an 808, and it actually plays really well. What are some other good combinations?

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## [New yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/62939)

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**Author:** [@Yoyowinston](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyowinston)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 11:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/62939 "2014-01-17T23:19:34Z")

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Both of your Topics have been merged… I am in advanced tricks and I’m using a whip.I was wondering if I should get a yoyo in the onedrop benchmark series,the dv888,or the c3 level 6 (if you think I should get the level …

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## [hitman dark majic 2 or new breed?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hitman-dark-majic-2-or-new-breed/62991)

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**Author:** [@Zack7457](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zack7457)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 11:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hitman-dark-majic-2-or-new-breed/62991 "2014-01-17T23:16:40Z")

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i’m looking to buy a new yoyo and i need help to find the best one. should i get the hitman, dark majic 2 or the new breed.

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## [Bearing comparison](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-comparison/62785)

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**Author:** [@marcuspeh](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/marcuspeh)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 6:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bearing-comparison/62785 "2014-01-17T18:52:22Z")

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Which is better? yyj speed bearing or yyf central trac bearing?

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## [C3 Speedaholic review:UPDATE](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-speedaholic-review-update/59173)

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**Author:** [@hebooz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hebooz)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-speedaholic-review-update/59173 "2014-01-17T18:51:14Z")

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The C3 speedaholic was just released on the 11th of September, and I got a pair since they were relatively inexpensive. The Speedaholic is C3yoyodesign’s new budget plastic yoyo after the release after the Alpha Crash, w…

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## [Level 6 vs shutter vs dv88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/level-6-vs-shutter-vs-dv88/62974)

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**Author:** [@Yoyowinston](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyowinston)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 6:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/level-6-vs-shutter-vs-dv88/62974 "2014-01-17T18:33:52Z")

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What should I get: level 6,shutter,or dv888?any other recommendations are useful! : p

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