# Yo-Yo Reviews **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=340 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 341 --- ## [Dark Magic 2 help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-help/25718)
**Author:** [@Jmouton](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jmouton)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2011, 4:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-2-help/25718 "2011-04-24T16:57:54Z")
Hi, so I recently got my dark magic 2 and I’m loving it so far except for one thing. I’m using the string that came with it and whenever I mount or trapeze or whatever, it seems like the string is slowing down the yoyo a… --- ## [YYF Pocket Change Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-pocket-change-review/25771)
**Author:** [@Reddsigma](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Reddsigma)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2011, 12:57am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-pocket-change-review/25771 "2011-04-24T00:57:35Z")
Hello folks and thanks for reading this brief review. SPECS Diameter: 57.60 mm / 2.27 inches Width: 38.57 mm / 1.52 inches Gap Width: 3.28 mm Response System: Small CBC pads Weight: 66 grams Bearing Size: Small C… --- ## [Yoyofactory Plastic Grind Machine 2.0 Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-plastic-grind-machine-2-0-review/21300)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-plastic-grind-machine-2-0-review/21300 "2011-04-23T18:12:14Z")
Alright , So i just bought a mint condition Plastic Grind Machine 2.0 from my friend for a very reasonable price and decided to make it my main throw for now . I’ll have to say . When it comes to quality , yoyofactory ma… --- ## [grade 7050 alloy metal to 6061 alloy metal???](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grade-7050-alloy-metal-to-6061-alloy-metal/25788)
**Author:** [@YOYOJAMizm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YOYOJAMizm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 3:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grade-7050-alloy-metal-to-6061-alloy-metal/25788 "2011-04-23T15:22:21Z")
so ive noticed that like the primo, severe superstar and supernova are all 7050 alloy aluminium so does this mean the metal is stronger like less resistant to ding or what. and is 7050 like that much of a play differance… --- ## [Gung Fu or northstar?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gung-fu-or-northstar/25658)
**Author:** [@MR.Higby](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MR.Higby)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 2:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gung-fu-or-northstar/25658 "2011-04-23T14:58:57Z")
should I get a gung fu or a northstar? --- ## [Trades.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trades/25797)
**Author:** [@UncleJemaya](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/UncleJemaya)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 4:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trades/25797 "2011-04-23T04:36:29Z")
Should i trade my gnarwhal for juvenile offender and protostar or pro for juvenile offender? --- ## [Shinwoo Zen 5](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shinwoo-zen-5/25794)
**Author:** [@Nuclearboi1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nuclearboi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 1:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shinwoo-zen-5/25794 "2011-04-23T01:14:12Z")
Has anyone tried one of these? They look very interesting, but i dont know anything about them. If anyone can give me details, it would be appreciated. --- ## [yyf yuuksta review :)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-yuuksta-review/20973)
**Author:** [@yyf888man12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yyf888man12)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-yuuksta-review/20973 "2011-04-22T22:50:39Z")
First off: i had 60 dollars in my wallet at the toy store so i decidet to get a yyf yuuksta my friend had one and i heard many good things bout them in the box comes string and of course a yuuki spencer signature series … --- ## [The Beast by Double Take Industries | YoYoSkills ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-beast-by-double-take-industries-yoyoskills/25714)
**Author:** [@dryoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dryoyo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 12:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-beast-by-double-take-industries-yoyoskills/25714 "2011-04-22T00:07:26Z")
Michael Montgomery is one of my favorite people in the yo-yo world. I think this is because he and I think very similarly. We both constantly have crazy yo-yo idea’s constantly haunting us and are constantly thinking … --- ## [Not sure which to buy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/not-sure-which-to-buy/25471)
**Author:** [@Yoyowhizkid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyowhizkid)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 12:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/not-sure-which-to-buy/25471 "2011-04-22T00:04:02Z")
Hi I am not sure which yoyo 2 buy, the yyf pocket change, yyf pgm, yyf g5, yyf 888x, yyj dark magic 2, yyj hit man pro or yyj lyn fury. --- ## [hayabusa vs griffin wing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hayabusa-vs-griffin-wing/25744)
**Author:** [@theyoyoguy15](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/theyoyoguy15)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 11:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hayabusa-vs-griffin-wing/25744 "2011-04-21T23:33:59Z")
which do u perefer if i get the griffin wing im going to put slim cbc pads in the response recess because the fit together --- ## [DV888 or Protostar?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-or-protostar/25721)
**Author:** [@Mastersage](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mastersage)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 10:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888-or-protostar/25721 "2011-04-21T22:23:14Z")
I am looking to get a new yo-yo to add to my collection! I’ve been look at these yo-yos. Which of them do you reccomend? Pros and Cons of each? --- ## [Dv888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888/25754)
**Author:** [@TehBladeOfDoom](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TehBladeOfDoom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 10:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dv888/25754 "2011-04-21T22:20:18Z")
Should I spend $45 and get a Dv888 or should I do something else with that money? --- ## [Freehand 2 2010 vs. Freehand Zero](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-2-2010-vs-freehand-zero/25740)
**Author:** [@IliekCLYW](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/IliekCLYW)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 9:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/freehand-2-2010-vs-freehand-zero/25740 "2011-04-21T21:09:28Z")
What are the differences between the two for: 1a, 3a, and 5a. I’m starting 3a and 5a so I thought these would be good beaters to keep around. So, which one is better (for each style), which is easier to learn on and w… --- ## [Need help picking a new Yo-yo Dark Magic II v Dash/Maverick](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-picking-a-new-yo-yo-dark-magic-ii-v-dash-maverick/21785)
**Author:** [@mzjavert](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mzjavert)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 10:15am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-picking-a-new-yo-yo-dark-magic-ii-v-dash-maverick/21785 "2011-04-21T10:15:47Z")
I’m in the begineer/intermediate trick level. Once I can get the rear mount down consistantly, I’ll be moving on to many more intermediate tricks. Some days I can hit this mount regularly and other days I’m butterfinge… --- ## [DMII vs Hitman](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dmii-vs-hitman/25711)
**Author:** [@YoSeba](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoSeba)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 10:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dmii-vs-hitman/25711 "2011-04-21T10:09:08Z")
I want to get a good grinder at or lower than $40. I am mostly into thumb, finger, and palm grinding. I don’t mind a little vibe, but too much is unacceptable. --- ## [what should I get](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/25290)
**Author:** [@yoyo4ever](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyo4ever)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 9:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/25290 "2011-04-21T09:59:45Z")
srrythis doesnt have to do with the avalanche but im a begginer and i want 2 either get the protostar or the north star wich should i get??? --- ## [OD 54,CLYW bear vs man, or CLYW avalanch.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-54-clyw-bear-vs-man-or-clyw-avalanch/25502)
**Author:** [@888alltheway](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/888alltheway)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2011, 8:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-54-clyw-bear-vs-man-or-clyw-avalanch/25502 "2011-04-21T08:53:18Z")
I want to know which one’s best. :slight\_smile: --- ## [YYF ProtoStar Review by C-DUBS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-protostar-review-by-c-dubs/25400)
**Author:** [@CodyJam](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CodyJam)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 8:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-protostar-review-by-c-dubs/25400 "2011-04-20T08:36:05Z")
YoYoFactory ProtoStar Review by Cody Wright Why I chose this yoyo: I decided to go with the ProtoStar because I was taking a trip to New York last weekend, and I didnt want to bring any of my expensive yoyos, cause I d… --- ## [YoYoFactory DV888 Review (My First YoYo Review)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-dv888-review-my-first-yoyo-review/5549)
**Author:** [@DaFunk21](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaFunk21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 10:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofactory-dv888-review-my-first-yoyo-review/5549 "2011-04-19T22:09:53Z")
I just got the yoyofactory dv888 yesterday (my first all metal yoyo), and it is too good for words, but here are a few. AMAZING,AWESOME, TOO GOOD FOR WORDS, EST. when you first see it you may comment on how small it is, … --- ## [synergy cap sizes??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/synergy-cap-sizes/25708)
**Author:** [@YOYOJAMizm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YOYOJAMizm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 9:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/synergy-cap-sizes/25708 "2011-04-19T21:16:55Z")
if i were to get some synergy caps from somewhere… .would small or large syn caps fit the new breed or is there no size for the new breed… cuz i no it doesnt mention the new breed… thanks for help… --- ## [Hmm.. which yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hmm-which-yoyo/25705)
**Author:** [@dynikus](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dynikus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 7:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hmm-which-yoyo/25705 "2011-04-19T19:32:49Z")
which would be a better throw? pgm2 or a speed team yoyo? haven’t heard much at all about the speed team, but it’s all metal, stacked, and about the same price as a pgm. ($25-$30) --- ## [Review of mlewis38's 100 poly string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-mlewis38s-100-poly-string/25701)
**Author:** [@blackhops33](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/blackhops33)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 6:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-mlewis38s-100-poly-string/25701 "2011-04-19T06:16:41Z")
Mlewis38 is a great guy who sent me some really sweet string, so I figured the least I could do is review it so he can get some feedback :slight\_smile: First off its 100% poly and he makes some really sweet custom color… --- ## [ILYY Enigma 2011: A High Speed YoYo Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ilyy-enigma-2011-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/25696)
**Author:** [@saintrobyn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/saintrobyn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 1:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ilyy-enigma-2011-a-high-speed-yoyo-review/25696 "2011-04-19T01:17:06Z")
ILYY Enigma 2011 Reviewed by Chris Rhoads April 18, 2011 Introduction Frank and Dom over at ILOVEYOYO are constantly tinkering with their already established designs. Most of their line up gone through several rev… --- ## [Need a rec for my one throw of the year](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-a-rec-for-my-one-throw-of-the-year/25659)
**Author:** [@alzabo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/alzabo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 10:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-a-rec-for-my-one-throw-of-the-year/25659 "2011-04-18T10:32:11Z")
Hey guys, I need some advice. I usually get about one yoyo a year, and that time of the year has come around. I have two requirements – 1) it needs to have a quiet bearing, and 2) no, or very very little, vibe. To giv… --- ## [Mini yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mini-yoyo/25617)
**Author:** [@The1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 1:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mini-yoyo/25617 "2011-04-17T13:00:22Z")
Hey guys, i was thinking about a mini yoyo… One that i can carry with me like everywhere, one that i can just put in my pocket and forget its there. I have a Yuuksta which is small but not small enough to carry everywh… --- ## [Starter yoyo for kids](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starter-yoyo-for-kids/25454)
**Author:** [@Alter\_Ego](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Alter_Ego)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 12:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starter-yoyo-for-kids/25454 "2011-04-17T12:56:21Z")
What would be a good starter yo-yo for my kids (7 yrs and 4 yrs) ? probably something with a brain or automatic return. --- ## [yomega dash](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-dash/15021)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 2:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yomega-dash/15021 "2011-04-17T02:49:37Z")
Is the Yomega dash a good yo-yo compared to others? --- ## [String recomendation](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-recomendation/25547)
**Author:** [@scotteik36](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/scotteik36)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2011, 11:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-recomendation/25547 "2011-04-16T23:22:04Z")
I recently got some 100% poly string. all in all the string is alright but i have recently discovered more intense slack tricks that i feel the string is just too light to be able to do. i recently got a pack of 3 string… --- ## [Auldey L4 Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/auldey-l4-review/25445)
**Author:** [@Kristiawan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kristiawan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2011, 12:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/auldey-l4-review/25445 "2011-04-16T12:30:56Z")
Auldey L4 Review The L3 was my main throw for some time in the past for me; I like that yoyo so much from many aspect of it. Its light, its fast, has bright color, grind awesome. What I don’t like from it that it has… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=339) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/6.md?page=341)