# Looking for Help/Recommendation **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=14 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 15 --- ## [Help me pick a red yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-a-red-yoyo/386605)
**Author:** [@Shapapy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shapapy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 10:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-a-red-yoyo/386605 "2023-10-14T22:38:32Z")
I’ve narrowed it down to these three: poll I don’t have a red monometal and I want it to match the color in performance. I want something powerful, stable, and with premium feel and control. I’m also open to any other… --- ## [Good Light Up Yo-yo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-light-up-yo-yo/386561)
**Author:** [@Spaghider](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spaghider)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2023, 4:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-light-up-yo-yo/386561 "2023-10-14T16:44:14Z")
Alright, so my grandma just came into town, and she found out I was a yo-yoer. I showed her a few tricks, and she was impressed! However, she was surprised that I didn’t have a light up yoyo, so she decided she was going… --- ## [Best yoyo of 2023](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-of-2023/384955)
**Author:** [@Blieske](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blieske)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2023, 6:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-of-2023/384955 "2023-10-11T06:37:05Z")
I am starting to prepare myself for the Christmas season and want to know which yoyos should definitely be on my radar. I have heard absolutely incredible things from the following yoyos and I want to know if there are a… --- ## [Recommedations on Yoyo's](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommedations-on-yoyos/385823)
**Author:** [@Just\_Dangelo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Just_Dangelo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2023, 8:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recommedations-on-yoyos/385823 "2023-10-10T20:04:57Z")
Is there any (Bimetal) yoyo you would recommend to me that will last year’s and the yoyo threads not snapping so easily? --- ## [Frustrated with fireball](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frustrated-with-fireball/386168)
**Author:** [@Solarbeam](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Solarbeam)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2023, 2:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/frustrated-with-fireball/386168 "2023-10-08T02:53:30Z")
Im a beginner. But Im having an infurating time with the yomega fireball. I cant get it to respond. Im having no issues getting any of my other yoyos to respond (butterfly, k2, & arrow) I got the fireball to play aroun… --- ## [Trying to Choose An Intermediate Yo-yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trying-to-choose-an-intermediate-yo-yo/386139)
**Author:** [@Spaghider](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spaghider)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2023, 1:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trying-to-choose-an-intermediate-yo-yo/386139 "2023-10-08T01:28:57Z")
Around 2 months ago, I got a heavily beginner oriented yo-yo. It played pretty well (and it still does!), but I was thinking of moving onto some more advanced throws. I’ve currently narrowed my search down to 5 options: … --- ## [Help me pick between ss koi and 303 bowl](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-between-ss-koi-and-303-bowl/385966)
**Author:** [@Yoyomikie](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyomikie)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2023, 8:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-between-ss-koi-and-303-bowl/385966 "2023-10-07T20:12:16Z")
I’m looking to cop a stainless steel organic that’s not a pocket throw like my lowerkase. I love 52mm yo-yos but the rainbow bowl 303 is drop dead gorgeous. Is there anything I should know that sets these two apart from … --- ## [What new yoyo to buy next ??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-new-yoyo-to-buy-next/82782)
**Author:** [@whitesage](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/whitesage)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2023, 5:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-new-yoyo-to-buy-next/82782 "2023-10-06T17:47:20Z")
I love spinning my shutter. What yoyo should I buy next ?? I want something stable and long spinning. I am pretty new yoyoing and just getting into my unresponsive 1a tricks. --- ## [Has anyone here tried the OG C3 Strelizia or the Apus?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-here-tried-the-og-c3-strelizia-or-the-apus/384915)
**Author:** [@Benthrowsyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Benthrowsyoyo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2023, 9:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-here-tried-the-og-c3-strelizia-or-the-apus/384915 "2023-10-06T09:22:10Z")
The new release of the Strelizia Apus is taunting me. Probably won’t buy it due to price tag but does anyone out there have experience with the OG model or the new one? If so, how was/is it? --- ## [First Bimetal Suggestions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-bimetal-suggestions/385914)
**Author:** [@Yooo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yooo)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2023, 3:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-bimetal-suggestions/385914 "2023-10-05T15:00:12Z")
I messaged a few people on here but I figured i’d ask everyone’s opinion. My money is kinda tight so it’s rather I save up for something for awhile or get something second hand now. The main thing I’m wondering about is … --- ## [Does the r188zz responsive bearing use a response pad and if so what are the dimensions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-the-r188zz-responsive-bearing-use-a-response-pad-and-if-so-what-are-the-dimensions/385425)
**Author:** [@DeepWallaby](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DeepWallaby)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2023, 4:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/does-the-r188zz-responsive-bearing-use-a-response-pad-and-if-so-what-are-the-dimensions/385425 "2023-10-04T04:50:57Z")
i need help in finding a response pad for the r188zz --- ## [Heavy, Good, and Available?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/heavy-good-and-available/382769)
**Author:** [@adamantiumpops](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/adamantiumpops)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2023, 1:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/heavy-good-and-available/382769 "2023-10-03T01:04:16Z")
Hey gang. Looking for a heavy and good throw under $100 available to order now. Think 69g+, but not a novelty. A la that Spinworthy joint what’s name I forgot. Organic preferred, but I’ll take pretty much any thumper I … --- ## [Help with yoyo pricing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-yoyo-pricing/385789)
**Author:** [@PlokopZakop3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PlokopZakop3)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2023, 9:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-with-yoyo-pricing/385789 "2023-10-02T21:11:07Z")
Hi guys, I own a proto of the Sf Statement and it doesnt get to my rotation at all. I am not a fan of keeping a yoyo which I dont use, so I might be looking to get rid of it and buy some new throws with the money. How … --- ## [Any bright pink strings?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-bright-pink-strings/385713)
**Author:** [@anon20317427](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon20317427)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2023, 11:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-bright-pink-strings/385713 "2023-10-01T23:11:16Z")
Looking for some bright pink strings as I’m not a fan of yellow or white strings --- ## [TP Hinemosu](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-hinemosu/375366)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2023, 2:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-hinemosu/375366 "2023-10-01T02:36:57Z")
I really like the look of the Hinemosu but I just can’t get past that 4.82mm gap. Do y’all put on the fattest strings you can find? Or do you just live with really slippy binds? --- ## [Best bearing?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-bearing/385532)
**Author:** [@Smurf88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Smurf88)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2023, 2:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-bearing/385532 "2023-09-29T14:32:19Z")
I need everyone to give me some pros and cons about the bearings you use. --- ## [Best yoyos for horizontal play?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyos-for-horizontal-play/385433)
**Author:** [@Boy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2023, 12:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyos-for-horizontal-play/385433 "2023-09-27T12:02:08Z")
Just curious what everyone’s opinion on the best yoyo for horizontal tricks haha --- ## [How good is the Bi-metal?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-good-is-the-bi-metal/385348)
**Author:** [@K1LCr09](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/K1LCr09)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2023, 10:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-good-is-the-bi-metal/385348 "2023-09-25T22:59:40Z")
I noticed that the Bi-metal is on sale for almost half the price. I am wondering if the Bi-metal is a good, high quality yoyo. If anyone has used one please let me know. --- ## [Shortcut or AoE? Other recommendations?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shortcut-or-aoe-other-recommendations/385254)
**Author:** [@Slinky729](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slinky729)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2023, 2:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shortcut-or-aoe-other-recommendations/385254 "2023-09-25T14:36:54Z")
Hey everyone, I’m looking to upgrade but am effectively starting anew. I bought a God-tricks Destiny for probably £20-30 about 11 years ago during a short-lived yoyo fad at my school. I got a little more into it than my… --- ## [First yoyos to buy after hiatus (budget $80 each)?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-yoyos-to-buy-after-hiatus-budget-80-each/384884)
**Author:** [@nicecoolego](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/nicecoolego)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2023, 2:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-yoyos-to-buy-after-hiatus-budget-80-each/384884 "2023-09-24T14:53:29Z")
I used to yo-yo about 10 years ago wasn’t ever any good but after doing some spring cleaning I found some of them again made me nostalgic and want to pick it up a little bit even if I’m not going to “dedicate my life” to… --- ## [Cheatcode vs. DNA: which is better for fingerspins?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cheatcode-vs-dna-which-is-better-for-fingerspins/384861)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2023, 5:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cheatcode-vs-dna-which-is-better-for-fingerspins/384861 "2023-09-24T05:24:34Z")
Both the Cheatcode and the DNA are advertised as the ultimate yoyo for learning fingerspin tricks. The Cheatcode is substantially wider and about 1g heavier than the DNA. Does that make it the better choice? For anyone … --- ## [Yoyo string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string/385212)
**Author:** [@klee](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/klee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2023, 1:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string/385212 "2023-09-24T01:56:30Z")
I have a problem, I think my yoyo string is the correct length. The problem is when I throw the yoyo down it just hangs and when i yank it up the yoyo does not come back up to my hand! I am blind so don’t tell me to lo… --- ## [What yoyo should I buy?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yoyo-should-i-buy/385079)
**Author:** [@Smurf88](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Smurf88)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2023, 3:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yoyo-should-i-buy/385079 "2023-09-22T15:50:39Z")
I have some pocket throws, yyf bullseye, and the cheatcode. What is a good yoyo to try? I’m looking to start competing and trying different throws to see what I like best. --- ## [Favourite bi metal with a narrow width?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/favourite-bi-metal-with-a-narrow-width/385026)
**Author:** [@anon20317427](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon20317427)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2023, 3:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/favourite-bi-metal-with-a-narrow-width/385026 "2023-09-22T15:35:30Z")
Anything less than 43mm wide for tech play --- ## [Question for TP fans](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-for-tp-fans/385001)
**Author:** [@KennySpins](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KennySpins)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2023, 10:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/question-for-tp-fans/385001 "2023-09-21T10:39:49Z")
I am looking into another TP - I like the Palp and have one currently. I enjoy it maybe a tad too much momentum, and would like something a hair more agile. I am pretty big on the G2 stuff love the colors and finish. I… --- ## [How does a wider gap width affect play?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-does-a-wider-gap-width-affect-play/384930)
**Author:** [@anon20317427](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon20317427)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2023, 9:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-does-a-wider-gap-width-affect-play/384930 "2023-09-19T21:53:12Z")
I currently use a grasshopper 2.0 and have some extra thick string on it, the gap width is 4.5mm and I find that it snags quite easily. I’m considering getting a hinemosu which has a gap width of 4.89mm. Does this mean… --- ## [Free solo vs top deck](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/free-solo-vs-top-deck/376759)
**Author:** [@Jeaves](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jeaves)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2023, 10:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/free-solo-vs-top-deck/376759 "2023-09-19T10:24:30Z")
pretty sure i’m going to buying a kamuraiju and one of these intend for it to be my last purchase till xmas, specs are overall very similar, which is better? (favorite throw is OD Thorn, if that helps) --- ## [Tell me about the klondike](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-about-the-klondike/384869)
**Author:** [@TheFonk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheFonk)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2023, 12:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-about-the-klondike/384869 "2023-09-19T00:32:24Z")
Tell me about the klondike I’ve heard a lot of good things about it and now I want all of the info about it so if you have one or just know al lot about them tell me --- ## [Any yoyo recommendations](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-yoyo-recommendations/384855)
**Author:** [@TheFonk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheFonk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2023, 10:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-yoyo-recommendations/384855 "2023-09-18T22:18:07Z")
I need a yoyo in preferably 50 60 usd price range any recommendations --- ## [First yoyo for my gf?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-yoyo-for-my-gf/384857)
**Author:** [@bodahrevy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bodahrevy)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2023, 9:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/first-yoyo-for-my-gf/384857 "2023-09-18T21:29:31Z")
My gf wants me to teach her to throw! Whats a good throw to get her? she already learned how to bind and split bottom mount so I want to get her something unresponsive and maybe plastic or hybrid? Ive got a few in mind b… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=13) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=15)