# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=197 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 198 --- ## [Weekly Reviews 4- Jekyll and Hyde: SPINS - Lunar Wind](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/weekly-reviews-4-jekyll-and-hyde-spins-lunar-wind/55724)
**Author:** [@andy569](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/andy569)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2013, 1:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/weekly-reviews-4-jekyll-and-hyde-spins-lunar-wind/55724 "2013-06-30T01:00:26Z")
Introduction Hey guys! So today I’ll be reviewing the Jekyll and Hyde: SPINS Lunar Wind. Jekyll and Hyde’s a new company started by 2 teens. So far they’ve made a prototype named the Lunar Wind. They’ve been constantly … --- ## [should I buy a yoyo at nationals, or just buy it anywhaere?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-buy-a-yoyo-at-nationals-or-just-buy-it-anywhaere/55798)
**Author:** [@yoyo143](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo143)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2013, 12:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-buy-a-yoyo-at-nationals-or-just-buy-it-anywhaere/55798 "2013-06-30T00:05:02Z")
Hey guys, I’ve never been to any yoyo contests, i have no idea what to expect… Anyway, my first one will be nationals. I was wondering, if i buy a yoyo from nationals,will the be discounted? Or like special (rare) or som… --- ## ["Low-End" Metals vs "High-End" Metals](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/low-end-metals-vs-high-end-metals/55720)
**Author:** [@redneckyoyoer3826](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/redneckyoyoer3826)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 6:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/low-end-metals-vs-high-end-metals/55720 "2013-06-29T18:47:41Z")
So my most expensive yoyo is currently a YYJ Theory (which I got 15% off of), and I think it plays really well. My question to y’all who have “high-end” metals (around $80 or more) is this: how do “low-end” metals (aroun… --- ## [Barracuda/Cliff/Gnarwhal](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-cliff-gnarwhal/55764)
**Author:** [@Heavenshaker](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Heavenshaker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 4:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-cliff-gnarwhal/55764 "2013-06-29T16:57:21Z")
I don’t feel like typing a lot right now but just wanted to make a small remark. I feel my barracuda can outplay my Cliff but my Gnarwhal is funner than both. --- ## [One Drop Chik VS 3yo3 AL5](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-chik-vs-3yo3-al5/55669)
**Author:** [@Raptor\_T](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raptor_T)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 6:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-chik-vs-3yo3-al5/55669 "2013-06-29T06:40:39Z")
Okay so i have decided on the One Drop Chik, and the 3yo3 AL5. Can you help me decide which one to get. I looked at the 100+ ones and for some reason the haven’t appealed to me as much as these two yoyos have. Thanks in … --- ## [Deciding between different strings.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deciding-between-different-strings/55356)
**Author:** [@petersonmcgraw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/petersonmcgraw)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 5:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deciding-between-different-strings/55356 "2013-06-29T05:06:03Z")
I need to buy new string soon, I’m down to around 20 thick kittys, and 10 normals(all dark colors that make it hard to see). I like kitty string, but I want to try something new. I am working on slacky stuff, like follow… --- ## [Yoyoskills.com review ------- Yoyofactory's NEW Velocity](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskills-com-review-yoyofactorys-new-velocity/55762)
**Author:** [@Hahn92](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hahn92)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 3:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskills-com-review-yoyofactorys-new-velocity/55762 "2013-06-29T03:04:56Z")
Newest review for Yoyoskills. Yoyofactory’s New Velocity. Much has changed from the original, and for the better. This thing is loads of fun. http://www.yoyoskills.com/?p=14672#more-14672 --- ## [Io](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/io/55690)
**Author:** [@YoNinja](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoNinja)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2013, 12:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/io/55690 "2013-06-29T00:15:38Z")
Is it worth it? I’m looking for stuff like grinding ability, sleep time and stability. --- ## [Yoyoskills.com review ------- KING YO STAR BOSS MAN](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskills-com-review-king-yo-star-boss-man/55761)
**Author:** [@Hahn92](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hahn92)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 11:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoskills-com-review-king-yo-star-boss-man/55761 "2013-06-28T23:50:09Z")
My second review for Yoyoskills. King Yo Star’s Boss man, a performance oriented oversized throw. http://www.yoyoskills.com/?p=14540 --- ## [One Drop Yelets: A High Speed YoYo Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yelets-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/50620)
**Author:** [@saintrobyn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/saintrobyn)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 11:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yelets-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/50620 "2013-06-28T23:10:07Z")
One thing that One Drop has always been known for is creating high quality yo-yos at an affordable price point. Their first yoyo, the Project, retailed for $86 which was considered quite low next to the triple digit p… --- ## [One Drop Yelets review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yelets-review/53687)
**Author:** [@Jake\_Elliott](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jake_Elliott)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 9:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yelets-review/53687 "2013-06-28T21:05:26Z")
So, recently, I’ve noticed a lack of review concerning yoyos that I’m interested in. So, I figured I’d do my part in purchasing a yoyo, and letting other people know what I think of it, inorder to hopefully better inform… --- ## [Yomagic's Gambit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomagics-gambit/55727)
**Author:** [@Navythrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Navythrow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 5:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomagics-gambit/55727 "2013-06-28T17:02:25Z")
http://i.imgur.com/VXLXhJGl.jpg The Gambit. You’ve probably heard about the little project that Joey put together over the last few months. A serious sponsored thrower, Joey decided to do what many in the community want… --- ## [Metal yoyo around $30-$40](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metal-yoyo-around-30-40/55722)
**Author:** [@mklissus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mklissus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 1:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/metal-yoyo-around-30-40/55722 "2013-06-28T13:42:27Z")
I’m looking to buy a metal yoyo on the smaller side. I do know how to bind and I’m currently using the yoyofactory velocity. Any suggestions? --- ## [Duncan Hornet Review (newbie perspective)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-hornet-review-newbie-perspective/55741)
**Author:** [@actionM88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/actionM88)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 1:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-hornet-review-newbie-perspective/55741 "2013-06-28T13:05:43Z")
I’ve been using the Duncan Hornet and I’m so impressed with it that I just had to do a short review. 4 gap widths to choose from It comes with an extra set of plastic spacers that make the gap more narrow. And it a… --- ## [Medium skilled player yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/medium-skilled-player-yoyo/55345)
**Author:** [@Poupou](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Poupou)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2013, 1:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/medium-skilled-player-yoyo/55345 "2013-06-28T01:16:06Z")
Hi, I am looking for a yoyo that is good for medium skilled player but will last to the pro level. I have a budget of 30$. Does anybody have recommendation? Thanks --- ## [Heavier Fixed axle?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/heavier-fixed-axle/55706)
**Author:** [@aznnboyaZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aznnboyaZ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/heavier-fixed-axle/55706 "2013-06-27T22:50:13Z")
Hey! So, I’ve been having a blast with fixed axles lately. My issue is, that they’re all so light feeling! What are some nice heavier fixed axles? also! I like them to return rather easily. The Baldwin i have, it fee… --- ## [N12 or Di base](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/n12-or-di-base/55684)
**Author:** [@phongphanthanh98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phongphanthanh98)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 6:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/n12-or-di-base/55684 "2013-06-27T18:45:01Z")
I don’t know which one i should get, Magic yoyo N12 or C3 design Di Base? --- ## [Di Base ir and Di base 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/di-base-ir-and-di-base-2/55675)
**Author:** [@phongphanthanh98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phongphanthanh98)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 5:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/di-base-ir-and-di-base-2/55675 "2013-06-27T17:59:48Z")
I’m planning to get a Di Base or a Di Base 2. But i don’t really know what differences between two of them. Which one should i get? Can you help me??? Thanks. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Summit First Impressions! In three words.... Uh... Maze...In!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-first-impressions-in-three-words-uh-maze-in/52014)
**Author:** [@JetEyeNight](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JetEyeNight)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 5:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-first-impressions-in-three-words-uh-maze-in/52014 "2013-06-27T17:30:51Z")
One Drop x CLYW Summit Stats: Diameter: 55.5 mm / 2.19 inches Width: 46.0 mm / 1.81 inches Weight: 66.75 grams Bearing Size: Size C (.250 x .500 x .187) OneDrop 10 Ball Bearing Response: CLYW Snow Tire Respons… --- ## [What Chinese Yoyo Should I Get?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-chinese-yoyo-should-i-get/55462)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 5:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-chinese-yoyo-should-i-get/55462 "2013-06-27T17:09:26Z")
I just want a Chinese yoyo. Don’t tell me to save up for something better because I won’t. --- ## [Hubstacking a JK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacking-a-jk/55680)
**Author:** [@yoyoer8](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoer8)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 3:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hubstacking-a-jk/55680 "2013-06-27T15:59:38Z")
Does anyone think its possible to hubstack a YYF JK. I know the hubs are big but does anyone think its possible? PS: I didn’t know where to post this so if it’s in the wrong place sorry. Tell me and I’ll move it. … --- ## [Organic Throws?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/organic-throws/54741)
**Author:** [@xmotoby](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xmotoby)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 1:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/organic-throws/54741 "2013-06-27T13:09:23Z")
I have been really digging more organic/classic shapes, like the ministar and dm2. I’m wondering what you would suggest for me. Money is no object, because I’ll save up enough eventually. Size doesn’t matter. As long a… --- ## [How Much Should I Pay for...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-much-should-i-pay-for/55681)
**Author:** [@bobashek](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bobashek)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 5:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-much-should-i-pay-for/55681 "2013-06-27T05:09:58Z")
Erm well actually could you guys help me price multiple types of chiefs? MIB Chief non - MIB Chief FG MIB Chief FG non - MIB Chief FG MIB Sharp Lip (?) Chief FG non - MIB Sharp Lip Chief I know its a… --- ## [Anything?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anything/55596)
**Author:** [@Apollo2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Apollo2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 4:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anything/55596 "2013-06-27T04:15:06Z")
wide, Light, Mid Sized, not H-Shaped, solid with a tiny float. FASTFASTFAST --- ## [Looking for my first metal yoyo.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-my-first-metal-yoyo/55528)
**Author:** [@phongphanthanh98](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phongphanthanh98)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 4:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-my-first-metal-yoyo/55528 "2013-06-27T04:05:54Z")
I’ve got lots of plastic yoyos. So now I decide to get a metal one. I’m only have the money range below $60.00. I’m wondering if I should get a Di base or a DV888. Which one do you think i should get? Do you have any… --- ## [Foxland Precision Yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/foxland-precision-yoyos/55678)
**Author:** [@Noonar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Noonar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 3:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/foxland-precision-yoyos/55678 "2013-06-27T03:50:39Z")
Ok so I was looking into getting one of them They are all cool looking. I would honestly just buy any of them, but I want a little feedback. --- ## [A few unrelated questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-few-unrelated-questions/55679)
**Author:** [@Lordchootapa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lordchootapa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 3:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-few-unrelated-questions/55679 "2013-06-27T03:35:14Z")
What’s the difference between YYJ’s Apprentice team, and their pro team? At a contest, if you’re competing in like the freestyle division, the one the pros do, are you allowed to use already made up tricks like Eli … --- ## [summit or chief?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-or-chief/55665)
**Author:** [@yoyo143](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo143)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2013, 12:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/summit-or-chief/55665 "2013-06-27T00:51:07Z")
I know I know, some are going to say summit, some are going to say chief. IVe never tried a chief, yet… Which do you think is more stable, more solid, more floaty, etc. Which do you like more? And why, is it the spin tim… --- ## [3a yoyo? Protostar vs. dm2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3a-yoyo-protostar-vs-dm2/55653)
**Author:** [@andy569](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/andy569)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2013, 11:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3a-yoyo-protostar-vs-dm2/55653 "2013-06-26T23:47:08Z")
Ok so I got a protostar duo and dm2 trio, and I only want to have 1 pair for when I start 3A… And I just want to sell the others so trying to decide which would be best for 3a. What do you guys think? --- ## [Queen of Hearts nylon glove review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/queen-of-hearts-nylon-glove-review/55654)
**Author:** [@Jake\_Elliott](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jake_Elliott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2013, 9:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/queen-of-hearts-nylon-glove-review/55654 "2013-06-26T21:07:48Z")
So, I’ve been searching for the best yoyo gloves for a while. So, I’ve been working through the gloves sections of Amazon trying to find what suits me best. There’s always some issue that I have with them - they loosely … [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=196) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=198)