# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=256 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 257 --- ## [Spyy Ronin vs G-Squared Nessie](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spyy-ronin-vs-g-squared-nessie/43064)
**Author:** [@WretchedRapture](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WretchedRapture)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 9:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/spyy-ronin-vs-g-squared-nessie/43064 "2012-09-21T21:16:32Z")
They are extremely different shape wise, but I just want to here some thoughts on both so I can do a better comparison. :slight\_smile: --- ## [how do magic yoyo konkaves compare with legit konkaves?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-magic-yoyo-konkaves-compare-with-legit-konkaves/42931)
**Author:** [@supbreh1234](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/supbreh1234)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 5:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-magic-yoyo-konkaves-compare-with-legit-konkaves/42931 "2012-09-21T17:34:00Z")
just wondering if its similar, because i havent tried a real konkave before (dont think the trifecta counts) --- ## [How does the original Avant Garde play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-does-the-original-avant-garde-play/42914)
**Author:** [@yoyomaverickgt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaverickgt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 1:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-does-the-original-avant-garde-play/42914 "2012-09-21T13:31:36Z")
How does it play? I’m looking to trade for it. try to compare it to some other yoyos like(code 2, capless, supernove, burnside, stuff like that) if you can. --- ## [Ready to move up?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ready-to-move-up/43032)
**Author:** [@KJ25](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KJ25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 4:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ready-to-move-up/43032 "2012-09-21T04:32:41Z")
I have a grind machine and a protostar. I have mastered all of the tricks up to boingyboing. When should i get my first metal? --- ## [LF new brand. Details on preferences. Advice?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-new-brand-details-on-preferences-advice/42936)
**Author:** [@dcs937](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dcs937)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 1:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-new-brand-details-on-preferences-advice/42936 "2012-09-21T01:24:10Z")
I am looking for a new yoyo from a brand I do not have. I have a large collection of brands so I dont have an I\<3YOYO (most interested in), HSPIN, or SPYY, Werrd, C3, Rec Rev(least) My favorite company would probably be… --- ## [Wooh! Need help spending birthday cash!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wooh-need-help-spending-birthday-cash/42895)
**Author:** [@SuperSnSProductions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSnSProductions)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 1:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/wooh-need-help-spending-birthday-cash/42895 "2012-09-21T01:02:35Z")
Alright so it’s my birthday and my relatives are giving me cash for yoyos since they can’t buy one themselves. My birthday isn’t over and all the cards haven’t come in but I know I have a good $150 to spend. I’m most I i… --- ## [Stuck Bearing on YYJ Classic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stuck-bearing-on-yyj-classic/42989)
**Author:** [@potatobobguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/potatobobguy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 9:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stuck-bearing-on-yyj-classic/42989 "2012-09-20T09:30:55Z")
I recently, as in today, got a YYJ Classic, unfortunately its bearing refuses to come off the bearing seat. What do I do? --- ## [PHENOM!!!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenom/42949)
**Author:** [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 1:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenom/42949 "2012-09-20T01:29:17Z")
Hey y’all How’s it play? I’m pretty much drooling over it right now. I’ve been getting into horizontal and I was wondering how it is for that type of play. And I you know of any other yoyos that are good for horizon… --- ## [Opinion: YoYoPlanet](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/opinion-yoyoplanet/42975)
**Author:** [@jayson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jayson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 4:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/opinion-yoyoplanet/42975 "2012-09-19T16:18:07Z")
--- ## [Opinion: Cold Metal CO2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/opinion-cold-metal-co2/42972)
**Author:** [@jayson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jayson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 4:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/opinion-cold-metal-co2/42972 "2012-09-19T16:14:38Z")
--- ## [RecRev ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recrev/41369)
**Author:** [@SR1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SR1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 5:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recrev/41369 "2012-09-19T05:20:17Z")
Today at DXL (long post about it coming later) I had the opportunity to play some RecRev. Specifically a newer model that was just released, it’s not even in stores yet. I think it’s called a Ta5. (No, not a Ti5, a Ta5.)… --- ## [String](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string/42836)
**Author:** [@Cake\_king](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Cake_king)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 3:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string/42836 "2012-09-19T03:21:51Z")
Expert string or kitty string --- ## [SR's dv888 Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/srs-dv888-review/5363)
**Author:** [@SR1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SR1)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 2:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/srs-dv888-review/5363 "2012-09-19T02:36:01Z")
SR’s dv888 Review Introduction- The dv888 from YoYoFactory is the first yo-yo in the fundaMETAL line. The dv888 is a great choice for your first metal, or another addition for your growing collection. First Impression… --- ## [old wood yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/old-wood-yoyo/42712)
**Author:** [@shorty12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/shorty12)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 2:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/old-wood-yoyo/42712 "2012-09-19T02:05:09Z")
I got it from an antique dealer. any ideas who made it or when? The middle looks ruff like a unfinished home job. thanx jeff --- ## [Code 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/code-2/42950)
**Author:** [@ehsyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ehsyo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 10:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/code-2/42950 "2012-09-18T22:10:41Z")
How come in the store there is no blue selection for the Code 2? --- ## [Crucial AYCE?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/crucial-ayce/42910)
**Author:** [@Tgod411](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tgod411)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 5:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/crucial-ayce/42910 "2012-09-18T17:59:51Z")
Hey guys i’m looking into a new throw and i was wondering what was your take on the A.Y.C.E. (All You Can Eat) by Crucial? Is it a strong throw? How is it with string tricks? What top selling yoyo would you compare it … --- ## [Phenomizm???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenomizm/42928)
**Author:** [@pianoking33](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/pianoking33)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 2:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/phenomizm/42928 "2012-09-18T14:41:50Z")
I’m looking for a new upgrade from my dibase ive been looking at the phenomizm as was looking for any suggestions in that price range --- ## ['new' avalanche](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-avalanche/42882)
**Author:** [@Obeah\_Man](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Obeah_Man)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 2:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-avalanche/42882 "2012-09-18T14:13:45Z")
So I thought I’d write a quick review of the newest release of the avalanche. For a while now my go to throw has been the chief, but the new avalanche has changed that. This is simply return top perfection. Extremely sm… --- ## [Little More Help? :D](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/little-more-help-d/42903)
**Author:** [@ArchersAxe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ArchersAxe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 3:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/little-more-help-d/42903 "2012-09-18T03:37:41Z")
So what’s the difference between undersized and a normal sized throw? Most yoyos I tend to look at are undersized, which really doesn’t mean too much to me. Also, would people recommend flowable silicone over response … --- ## [One Drop... Decisions, Decisions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-decisions-decisions/42838)
**Author:** [@bioniclealek789](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bioniclealek789)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 1:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-decisions-decisions/42838 "2012-09-18T01:09:03Z")
May I ask for assistance? ??? Though I am attempting to find a yo-yo that is fast (nough’ said), I also hope to find stability and long-spin times with the chosen yo-yo. I do not mind the size however, I have yet to ma… --- ## [Smoother yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/smoother-yoyo/42718)
**Author:** [@junkim100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/junkim100)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 12:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/smoother-yoyo/42718 "2012-09-18T00:48:43Z")
Is there smoother yoyo than Battosai? Size,price,etc… Doesn’t matter --- ## [OD Burnside vs CLYW Avalanche](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-burnside-vs-clyw-avalanche/41019)
**Author:** [@WretchedRapture](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WretchedRapture)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 10:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-burnside-vs-clyw-avalanche/41019 "2012-09-17T22:57:29Z")
This isn’t necessarily to help me decide between the two, seeing as how I already own a Burnside, but I’m just curious how similar or different they play from one another? I’m considering snatching up an Avalanche on the… --- ## [If your a string maker your gonna want to read this (Buddy Jim reviews Wawak)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-your-a-string-maker-your-gonna-want-to-read-this-buddy-jim-reviews-wawak/42742)
**Author:** [@Buddy\_Jim](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Buddy_Jim)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 6:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-your-a-string-maker-your-gonna-want-to-read-this-buddy-jim-reviews-wawak/42742 "2012-09-17T18:35:02Z")
So as a fair chunk of you know I Buddy Jim am a string maker. I enjoy the subtle differences that different brands of Polyester bring, and I enjoy the vast differences of thread like Wooly Nylon, and Embroidery thread br… --- ## [GE vs Royal](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ge-vs-royal/42812)
**Author:** [@aznnboyaZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aznnboyaZ)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 4:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ge-vs-royal/42812 "2012-09-17T16:18:00Z")
Hi! I’m wondering which of these i should get FIRST i do plan on picking up the other one eventually. i like fast solid throws as well as smooth and floaty throws. --- ## [3YO3 Ti5 - A High Speed YoYo Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3yo3-ti5-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/42861)
**Author:** [@saintrobyn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/saintrobyn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 12:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/3yo3-ti5-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/42861 "2012-09-17T00:26:36Z")
There has been an interesting debate as of late in the yo-yo industry revolving around the metal/alloy used in the creation of a given model. In the aluminum market there is the argument of 6061 vs. 7075, but that is … --- ## [Midsized yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midsized-yoyos/42745)
**Author:** [@potatobobguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/potatobobguy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 9:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/midsized-yoyos/42745 "2012-09-16T21:46:41Z")
My definition of midsized is 53-55 mm I really want to try a c3, budget=100, but cheaper is good too. --- ## [YYF 888, YYF DNA VS. YYF 888.11 Help! Anyone who uses any of these](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-888-yyf-dna-vs-yyf-888-11-help-anyone-who-uses-any-of-these/42845)
**Author:** [@malax2121](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/malax2121)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 2:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-888-yyf-dna-vs-yyf-888-11-help-anyone-who-uses-any-of-these/42845 "2012-09-16T14:35:09Z")
I have an 888 and a couple other yo-yos and found that the 888 my favorite. Im looking for another yoyo that is similar to the 888 so i was thinking of the DNA or the 888.11. Could anybody please give me some hints on wh… --- ## [Stable and responsive with room to grow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stable-and-responsive-with-room-to-grow/42692)
**Author:** [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 7:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stable-and-responsive-with-room-to-grow/42692 "2012-09-16T07:51:32Z")
Just starting out; to give you an idea of where I’m at, I’m executing the basic string tricks and mounts with confidence (double or nothing, Oliver Twists, Trapeze (and Brother)) but not really doing combos yet. I’m fin… --- ## [yyj unleashed or yomega the raider ex or others? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-unleashed-or-yomega-the-raider-ex-or-others/42806)
**Author:** [@alaa945](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/alaa945)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 7:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-unleashed-or-yomega-the-raider-ex-or-others/42806 "2012-09-16T07:02:35Z")
i am aboutbto start playing with two handed loops But i’m wondering, what should i get? 2 yyj unleasheds or 2 yomega the raider ex? or i should get other? Best regards --- ## [2012 one caps](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2012-one-caps/42716)
**Author:** [@yoyo\_creep](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo_creep)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 6:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/2012-one-caps/42716 "2012-09-16T06:48:01Z")
So, after removing the caps off of a 2012 ONE, how do you get them back on? I’ve gotten them on before, but it takes a large bit of effort. I’ve thought about sanding the edges a little, so they’ll go in as easy as the … [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=255) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=257)