# Yo-Yo Reviews

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## [Can i make yoyo models using sketch up? if so, how?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-yoyo-models-using-sketch-up-if-so-how/42547)

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**Author:** [@supbreh1234](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/supbreh1234)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 11, 2012, 2:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/can-i-make-yoyo-models-using-sketch-up-if-so-how/42547 "2012-09-11T02:56:46Z")

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im interested to make a yoyo model on it. i just got a new computer and i want to play around with it!

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## [Anyone know anything about this YYF 401K?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-know-anything-about-this-yyf-401k/42615)

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**Author:** [@vegabomb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/vegabomb)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 11, 2012, 1:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-know-anything-about-this-yyf-401k/42615 "2012-09-11T01:26:58Z")

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It says “Gold edition” in the cup of the yo-yo. I’d like to know if anyone knows anything about it. I’ve looked on the web and can’t find any mention of it. It’s just the yo-yo in the sponge holder in the box. No string…

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## [Protostar vs. YYF Whip](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-vs-yyf-whip/42579)

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**Author:** [@wabuwama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/wabuwama)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2012, 8:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-vs-yyf-whip/42579 "2012-09-10T08:17:02Z")

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Which is better?

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## [Yoyojam classic vs. protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-classic-vs-protostar/42485)

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**Author:** [@wabuwama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/wabuwama)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2012, 7:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyojam-classic-vs-protostar/42485 "2012-09-10T07:59:24Z")

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Which is a better choice? Which is more unresponsive and has a longer sleep time?

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## [original run pyro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/original-run-pyro/42582)

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**Author:** [@TyPhyter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TyPhyter)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2012, 4:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/original-run-pyro/42582 "2012-09-10T04:06:26Z")

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I’m thinking about putting up my pyro in the bst, but I’m not sure what its worth anymore, is the original run worth more than when it first came out? I’m still not 100% about getting rid of it. But I’ve gotten my throws…

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## [Starter 3A Pair?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starter-3a-pair/42581)

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**Author:** [@BenM36](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BenM36)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2012, 3:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starter-3a-pair/42581 "2012-09-10T03:10:25Z")

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I have decided to start 3A, but have absolutely no yoyos similar to each other. What are some good, cheap yoyos to start with? Like less than $30 or something I wouldn’t have to trade too much for. And would anyone trade…

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## [YYJ Inspire VS YYJ Vexed VS C3 Halo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-inspire-vs-yyj-vexed-vs-c3-halo/42497)

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**Author:** [@yoyoer12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoer12)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 10:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-inspire-vs-yyj-vexed-vs-c3-halo/42497 "2012-09-09T22:11:24Z")

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Hi! Wich of these yoyos should i get ??? ;D I like to try bi metal, because I have never thrown one? Wich do you think is the best? Plz reply ;D Kristian

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## [Similar ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/similar/42560)

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**Author:** [@DrAwesome](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DrAwesome)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 8:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/similar/42560 "2012-09-09T20:03:11Z")

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Do you guys know of anything similar to the size and shape of the yoyoskeel solid. Its a yoyo i have wanted to try for a long time but sadly they are out of stock

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## [OD 54 VS OD Cascade](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-54-vs-od-cascade/42530)

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**Author:** [@aznnboyaZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aznnboyaZ)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 3:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-54-vs-od-cascade/42530 "2012-09-09T15:35:56Z")

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Hi! im rather stuck between these 2 yoyos as of right now so im wondering, which of these yoyos is more stable, plays more like a Jensen/gentry/Petr kavka smooth flow? leaning on the Cascade doto weight placement. a…

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## [pgm vs protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-vs-protostar/17601)

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**Author:** [@mista8eight8](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mista8eight8)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 5:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-vs-protostar/17601 "2012-09-09T05:03:39Z")

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So I’m looking for a plastic for 5a. I know the protostar is a beast. But I have been told stacks are good for 5a. So which do you recommend?

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## [Whats up with the triple crown Echos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-up-with-the-triple-crown-echos/42495)

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**Author:** [@Knightnight5](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Knightnight5)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 2:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-up-with-the-triple-crown-echos/42495 "2012-09-09T02:15:31Z")

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I was talking to someone at the last competition I went too and we started talking about the Duncan echo and how our triple crown versions were shaky and just terrible. So I’m just asking did anyone else have a problem w…

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## [What should i get??????](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/42450)

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**Author:** [@Joralco](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Joralco)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 5:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/42450 "2012-09-08T17:19:55Z")

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I am wondering what should be my next yoyo. I started yo-yoing fairly recently but i know how to bind and do some pretty advanced tricks already. Im looking to get a new yoyo but i don’t know what i should get. I have D…

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## [what do you THINK is the best $10 or less throw out there?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-do-you-think-is-the-best-10-or-less-throw-out-there/42488)

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**Author:** [@supbreh1234](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/supbreh1234)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 3:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-do-you-think-is-the-best-10-or-less-throw-out-there/42488 "2012-09-08T15:54:15Z")

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i say the ONE. you guys? (remember, i know there is no best, what do you THINK is the best)

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## [Gsquared nessie Responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gsquared-nessie-responsive/42455)

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**Author:** [@potatobobguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/potatobobguy)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 3:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gsquared-nessie-responsive/42455 "2012-09-08T15:04:02Z")

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When I got this yoyo it was responsive, I desheilded it and put some thin lube on it, now what is the best way to break it in?

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## [How much is my Og 888 Aqua Violet Splash?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-much-is-my-og-888-aqua-violet-splash/42480)

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**Author:** [@jon0\_0cruz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jon0_0cruz)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 1:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-much-is-my-og-888-aqua-violet-splash/42480 "2012-09-08T13:09:22Z")

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Original 888 Aqua Violet Splash I got this yoyo a while back and I heard it is rare. I plays really smooth and it is still mint (no scratches, dents, or any damage). I still have the original box. How much is it worth?

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## [Throw w/ Similar Profile to Velocity?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throw-w-similar-profile-to-velocity/42491)

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**Author:** [@WretchedRapture](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WretchedRapture)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 11:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throw-w-similar-profile-to-velocity/42491 "2012-09-08T11:02:50Z")

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I was recently messing around with my girlfriend’s velocity, because I borrowed it for a day to do some maintenance on the bearing, and I found myself growing very fond of the profile shape. For reference it’s a 2011 Vel…

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## [RedRev TA-1 vs RecRev Oktave 3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/redrev-ta-1-vs-recrev-oktave-3/42065)

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**Author:** [@Pocko](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pocko)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 2:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/redrev-ta-1-vs-recrev-oktave-3/42065 "2012-09-08T02:00:19Z")

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How do these play in comparison to each other? In comparison to other popular throws (Northstar, Dv888, Raptor)? Price wise, I’m pulled towards the TA-1. Opinions?

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## [New yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/42207)

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**Author:** [@Blazvatan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blazvatan)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 6:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/42207 "2012-09-07T18:27:31Z")

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My budget is $75 I was leaning torward the phenomizm god tricks eternal YYF nova gfunk yuuksta tactic BOSS YYJ axiom and inspire WERRD 4xl Smooth 4xl groove hour hspin nvx and the firmy I was hoping u could tell me th…

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## [Cascade Vibe?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cascade-vibe/41260)

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**Author:** [@YourBBQ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YourBBQ)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 6:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cascade-vibe/41260 "2012-09-07T18:09:45Z")

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Okay, so the other day I received a OD Cascade from this other website. When I took it out and strung it up, it was dead smooth and vibeless. But then when I got a knot and unscrewed it and re-screwed it, it has hints of…

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## [YYR suggestions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyr-suggestions/42461)

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**Author:** [@Ibanez\_Guy88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ibanez_Guy88)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 3:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyr-suggestions/42461 "2012-09-07T15:22:45Z")

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Hey guys! I’ve been throwing my Sleipnir for some time and I decided to buy another YYR. Any suggestions on another YYR full size that plays just as fast or slightly similar to it? \*Overdrive’s out of stock \*Acrophob…

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## [New YYF Pads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yyf-pads/42426)

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**Author:** [@yoyokid8](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyokid8)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 5:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yyf-pads/42426 "2012-09-07T05:06:18Z")

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So recently I received a pack Yoyofactory’s new pads. I thought I would write a review for you guys. Red Pads: “The Competition Pad” These pads break in very quickly. One throw and you’ve got really snappy binds. The sn…

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## [Bi-Metal Recommendations](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bi-metal-recommendations/42411)

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**Author:** [@Kode9](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kode9)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 12:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bi-metal-recommendations/42411 "2012-09-07T00:43:03Z")

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After trying to search for a yoyo that would fit my preferences, I still have not found anything. Had a supernova but disliked it. Want something that can play fast and still be stable at the same time. Liked how the da…

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## [C3 yoyo design halo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-yoyo-design-halo/42420)

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**Author:** [@yoyoer12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoer12)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2012, 12:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-yoyo-design-halo/42420 "2012-09-07T00:13:35Z")

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Is the C3 yoyo design Halo good? ??? ;D Plz awnser.

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## [Yes another one... But its urgent](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yes-another-one-but-its-urgent/42399)

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**Author:** [@Bricky](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bricky)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 5:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yes-another-one-but-its-urgent/42399 "2012-09-06T05:02:30Z")

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ALright, like all my topics, I am going to start out by saying, I know there are threads like this, but this one applies to My situation. Thanks for understanding. SO I am in charge of a yoyo club for school, and I nee…

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## [\*cleaning a bearing\*](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-a-bearing/42382)

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**Author:** [@haxmonkey](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/haxmonkey)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 4:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-a-bearing/42382 "2012-09-06T04:02:44Z")

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ok so i bought some mineral spirits from home depot and when I poured it was white can i use this here is what it says Helps thin almost all colors of oil-based paints, stains and varnishes Helps clean and prepare surf…

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## [new yoyojams first impressions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyojams-first-impressions/42354)

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**Author:** [@rasengan-00](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rasengan-00)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 3:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyojams-first-impressions/42354 "2012-09-06T03:06:36Z")

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Hey guys, I just wanted to know what do you think about the new YYJ yoyos. And for those who got the chance to try them what are your thoughts about them.

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## [Sniffy review of the one drop cascade](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sniffy-review-of-the-one-drop-cascade/42388)

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**Author:** [@sniffy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sniffy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 11:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sniffy-review-of-the-one-drop-cascade/42388 "2012-09-05T23:38:08Z")

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I just posted my review of the Cascade at: http://www.sniffy-yo.com/2012/09/cascade-review.html Sniffy-Yo.com @Sniffyo on twitter

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## [Which is better the DNA or the 888?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-is-better-the-dna-or-the-888/42345)

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**Author:** [@Yoyo888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo888)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 7:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-is-better-the-dna-or-the-888/42345 "2012-09-05T19:55:52Z")

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I’m am looking to get a yoyo with hubstacks so if you have any recommendations I would love them.

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## [YYJ Vexed or YYJ Dark Magic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-vexed-or-yyj-dark-magic/42337)

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**Author:** [@yoyoer12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyoer12)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-vexed-or-yyj-dark-magic/42337 "2012-09-05T17:14:51Z")

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Hi! What yoyo should I get? YYJ Vexed or YYJ Dark Magic? Plz reply ;D Kristian

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## [YYJ classic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-classic/42378)

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**Author:** [@mozartm99](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mozartm99)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-classic/42378 "2012-09-05T17:09:53Z")

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I just came to the site for the first time in a while and saw the classic by yoyojam and was wondering what is was like(if anyone has on).

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