# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=186 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 187 --- ## [Starting 4a](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starting-4a/57875)
**Author:** [@Lordchootapa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lordchootapa)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 7:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starting-4a/57875 "2013-08-17T19:25:56Z")
I’m thinking of starting 4a. I have tried it once, with a Henrys Cobra. I want a new 4a yoyo that can take me very far, that I can practice and maybe use in competition sometime. I would really rather not spend over… $50… --- ## [A.Y.C.E 2.0](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-y-c-e-2-0/58065)
**Author:** [@Lordchootapa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lordchootapa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 7:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-y-c-e-2-0/58065 "2013-08-17T19:15:12Z")
The AYCE by Crucial was my very first high end metal. I got it like a day before Cal States and at Cal States I got a Cupcake by Crucial. Needless to say, my AYCE got pushed aside and I found myself very rarely reaching … --- ## [Wood... (And Diabolo)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wood-and-diabolo/57983)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_Kangaroo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_Kangaroo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 5:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wood-and-diabolo/57983 "2013-08-17T17:44:35Z")
Some questions… What is the best fixed axle wooden yoyo for looping? ^ for stalls? ^ for sleep times? Also, what is a good, cheap Diabolo? I know, like, nothing about Diabolos, so any help would be nice. --- ## [Z-ON,gleipner,and yoyorec 44clash](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/z-on-gleipner-and-yoyorec-44clash/58042)
**Author:** [@Blazvatan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blazvatan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 1:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/z-on-gleipner-and-yoyorec-44clash/58042 "2013-08-17T13:16:10Z")
It was my bday recently and I got some more money than I thought I would so i decided to get one of these if it helps my to favorite yoyos are chief and sliepnir I’d prefer big but not to big and fast and floaty and long… --- ## [A.Y.C.E](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-y-c-e/58049)
**Author:** [@Yoyo\_nerd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo_nerd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 8:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-y-c-e/58049 "2013-08-17T08:42:33Z")
I really wanna get a crucial and I am looking at the ayce has anyone played it and is anybody wanting to trade for their’s --- ## [BvM round 2?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bvm-round-2/57987)
**Author:** [@yoyoguy345](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoguy345)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 3:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bvm-round-2/57987 "2013-08-17T03:11:36Z")
What does it play like? Fast or slow? Floaty or solid? --- ## [Zeekio Core Review (Quality Photos)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/zeekio-core-review-quality-photos/57996)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 2:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/zeekio-core-review-quality-photos/57996 "2013-08-17T02:23:15Z")
Zeekio yoyos don’t get too much attention. That is due to the belief that they are bootlegs, which is false. They make partnerships with other brands such as Recrev or YoyoEmpire. These yoyos are the same, but with Zeek… --- ## [Tom Kuhn No Jive Optic Star arrived](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tom-kuhn-no-jive-optic-star-arrived/57984)
**Author:** [@yonoobie60](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yonoobie60)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 11:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tom-kuhn-no-jive-optic-star-arrived/57984 "2013-08-16T23:15:38Z")
Haven’t seen anyone review the Optic Star, but saw that it’s on quite a few “want” lists so I thought I’d throw in my two cents. Mine just arrived in the mail. I ordered it despite the opinion of someone here I respect v… --- ## [Yoyojam quest reviews](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-quest-reviews/58031)
**Author:** [@rasengan-00](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rasengan-00)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 9:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-quest-reviews/58031 "2013-08-16T21:41:48Z")
Hey guys, it’s been a while. I’m not sure if I’m posting this in the right board but is there a yoyojam quest review ? I’ve searched on google and I never found one :-\[ Thanks for your help --- ## [Good purchase?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-purchase/57799)
**Author:** [@mordo613](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mordo613)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 9:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-purchase/57799 "2013-08-16T21:13:03Z")
Just bought 4 terrapin x 10 ball bearings plus dry play lube for 22.50. It said it spins for 3.5 minutes just rolling off your hand! Good purchase? --- ## [Upgraded Classic vs Protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/upgraded-classic-vs-protostar/57897)
**Author:** [@YoCrazinIt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoCrazinIt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 12:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/upgraded-classic-vs-protostar/57897 "2013-08-16T00:14:27Z")
They both look like good options. Not sure what response/bearing combo to upgrade the classic with. But I hear it plays great with anything. The new protostars look neat to. How do the compare? Which would you go for? --- ## [Can someone compare and rate these strings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-someone-compare-and-rate-these-strings/57978)
**Author:** [@gart](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/gart)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 8:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-someone-compare-and-rate-these-strings/57978 "2013-08-15T20:43:27Z")
Im looking for a string that can do it all, from cast combos to slacks and whips. I already have Type X and I love it. I have ordered fat kitty string two times. One time I loved them and the other time they were really… --- ## [YoYoNews Reviews - CLYW Yeti \*NEW\*](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyonews-reviews-clyw-yeti-new/54839)
**Author:** [@unklesteve](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/unklesteve)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 7:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyonews-reviews-clyw-yeti-new/54839 "2013-08-15T19:56:52Z")
YoYoNews has started doing reviews! I’ll update this thread as we add each new review. First up, the Square Wheels Rockefeller: And as a bonus, you can win the Rockefeller they sent us to review! Just post a pic on I… --- ## [To the Point - One Drop Rally Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/to-the-point-one-drop-rally-review/57630)
**Author:** [@shadrcom3t](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/shadrcom3t)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 6:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/to-the-point-one-drop-rally-review/57630 "2013-08-15T18:57:10Z")
Overview: If you’re reading this, you probably don’t have a Rally yet. And that’s a problem. Let’s just say, it’s the plastic I was waiting for. It’s all I’ve thrown since Ohio State. It’s the only yoyo so good that… --- ## [The Hildy Brothers vs TMBR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-hildy-brothers-vs-tmbr/57960)
**Author:** [@PerspectiveDesigns](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PerspectiveDesigns)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 5:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-hildy-brothers-vs-tmbr/57960 "2013-08-15T17:44:15Z")
How does The Hildy Brother’s Currier compare to TMBR yoyos? I really want to get a wood yoyo and I like the look of the Currier. --- ## [Godtricks Freedom?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/godtricks-freedom/57967)
**Author:** [@Pillthrill](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pillthrill)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 11:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/godtricks-freedom/57967 "2013-08-15T11:23:07Z")
Anybody ever throw one? What’s it like? --- ## [The Northern Spin Company - Quantum - Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-northern-spin-company-quantum-review/57095)
**Author:** [@JaredOverstreet](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JaredOverstreet)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 5:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-northern-spin-company-quantum-review/57095 "2013-08-15T05:55:42Z")
Northern Spin Company The Quantum Today I am pleased to bring to your seeing holes this review of a genuinely awesome return top (yo-yo) known as the Quantum, by a Manufacturer based out of Toronto, Ontario – Northern… --- ## [Dingo or Strix?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dingo-or-strix/57932)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 4:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dingo-or-strix/57932 "2013-08-15T04:57:17Z")
Feel free to give other suggestions. I’ve pretty much just been looking for something new to try. --- ## [Bvm 2 vs strix](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bvm-2-vs-strix/57868)
**Author:** [@jjs77as6533](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jjs77as6533)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 3:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bvm-2-vs-strix/57868 "2013-08-15T03:02:52Z")
Hello: I was planning on getting either a Bvm 2 or a duncan strix. If I get the strix, I am planning on getting 2. My play is usually flowy, with some tech. I also do a lot of horizontal. --- ## [Need help choosing responsive throw. -merged-](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-choosing-responsive-throw-merged/57800)
**Author:** [@Midlifeyoyoman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Midlifeyoyoman)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 2:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-choosing-responsive-throw-merged/57800 "2013-08-15T02:53:03Z")
I want a high quality responsive throw and am tired of reading each yoyos overview trying to determine whether its unresponsive or responsive. I guess a throw with max gap length that still plays responsive with a tug i… --- ## [What should I get?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/57953)
**Author:** [@yoyoguy345](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoguy345)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 2:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/57953 "2013-08-15T02:03:55Z")
So I was gonna buy a cliff but the guy sold it to someone else so now I have money to spend. $100 maximum. I like floaty-ish throws, but solid feeling is okay. Full sized is preferred. I play sort of in the middle of slo… --- ## [Is the onedrop Rally good for 5a?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-onedrop-rally-good-for-5a/57912)
**Author:** [@xaviv](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xaviv)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 4:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-onedrop-rally-good-for-5a/57912 "2013-08-14T16:17:18Z")
Is the onedrop Rally good for 5a? should i get a takshi dice for it? will it work good with takeshi dice? Thanks! --- ## [My final yoyo...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-final-yoyo/57812)
**Author:** [@CaliBuddha](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CaliBuddha)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 2:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-final-yoyo/57812 "2013-08-14T14:42:10Z")
Because of my pending retirement, I don’t/won’t have a yoyo collection anymore. I am only going to have one yoyo as a sentimental piece, and if, for some reason, a gang of beavers come and destroy all of my kendamas, I w… --- ## [Chik or 54?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/chik-or-54/57887)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 6:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/chik-or-54/57887 "2013-08-14T06:30:22Z")
I’m not sure if I should get a Chik or a 54. I want a really smooth yoyo that plays pretty fast. After doing some research about both of them, I am sort of leaning towards the 54. What do you guys think? Also, does the 5… --- ## [What makes a good 3A yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-makes-a-good-3a-yoyo/57862)
**Author:** [@Rixtify](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rixtify)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 4:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-makes-a-good-3a-yoyo/57862 "2013-08-13T16:44:40Z")
What makes a good 3A yoyo? A lot of people say lots of rim weight and stable, I agree to that but… but for width, some say narrow (YYJ Chasers, Yoyofficer Auras, below 40mm/1.55 inches, etc.), some say wider than normal … --- ## [2013 Superstar exact price ?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2013-superstar-exact-price/57282)
**Author:** [@YourBBQ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YourBBQ)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 4:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2013-superstar-exact-price/57282 "2013-08-13T16:17:49Z")
Hey. So I was wondering if I should wait for the new 2013 Superstar instead of getting the Czechmate. I have about $90, and I’m afraid it’ll cost a common YYF price of $84.99 (also + $5.58 shipping).\`\` --- ## [Choosing a non-YYJ, non-YYF, non-CLYW, non-OneDrop yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/choosing-a-non-yyj-non-yyf-non-clyw-non-onedrop-yoyo/57811)
**Author:** [@TheRyanFace](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheRyanFace)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 9:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/choosing-a-non-yyj-non-yyf-non-clyw-non-onedrop-yoyo/57811 "2013-08-13T09:36:38Z")
Hey! I haven’t been on the boards in awhile, but am slowly getting back into it. It’s that time of year where I get curious about other companies. I think I want to try out a new yoyo and need some suggestions. My colle… --- ## [Worth of B-Grades?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/worth-of-b-grades/57813)
**Author:** [@BenM36](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BenM36)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 7:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/worth-of-b-grades/57813 "2013-08-13T07:48:53Z")
How much do B-Grades sell for? Specifically the YYF ones? I always thought they sold for $20-40, but I see B-Grades on the BST and the seller says, “I’m taking $80 at the lowest, they’re just ano flaws, go away $40 offe… --- ## [do i have a buddha ripple or whipple?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-i-have-a-buddha-ripple-or-whipple/57770)
**Author:** [@yoyo143](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo143)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 1:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-i-have-a-buddha-ripple-or-whipple/57770 "2013-08-13T01:45:08Z")
So when i got my new bearing (at a real store) the guy just said its a Buddha bearing, and its grooved. I wanted a string centering bearing, so i got one. It was $11. On the little bag, it just says CD Buddha bearing. Is… --- ## [My friend asks me alot of questions questionsi probably need the answer to](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-friend-asks-me-alot-of-questions-questionsi-probably-need-the-answer-to/57819)
**Author:** [@Rixtify](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rixtify)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2013, 9:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/my-friend-asks-me-alot-of-questions-questionsi-probably-need-the-answer-to/57819 "2013-08-12T21:08:38Z")
My friend asked, What are the advantages to starting 3a with plastics vs metals, give pros and cons Are gold plated bearings really worth it? [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=185) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=187)