# Looking for Help/Recommendation **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=177 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 178 --- ## [Arctic Circle Or Irony JP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arctic-circle-or-irony-jp/48810)
**Author:** [@bluepower9](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bluepower9)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2013, 3:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/arctic-circle-or-irony-jp/48810 "2013-01-30T15:07:46Z")
I’m thinking of getting one of these yoyos but I don’t know which one. Can Someone lost the pros and cons of each? Thanks! --- ## [what is the best company for yoyo string?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-the-best-company-for-yoyo-string/48772)
**Author:** [@olldasmall](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olldasmall)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2013, 3:26am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-is-the-best-company-for-yoyo-string/48772 "2013-01-30T03:26:12Z")
my string frays really easily and i thought it was time for new string. --- ## [Looking for tightly wound poly string](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-tightly-wound-poly-string/48776)
**Author:** [@SloppyBinds](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SloppyBinds)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2013, 3:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-tightly-wound-poly-string/48776 "2013-01-30T03:13:46Z")
Hi All, For a couple years I preferred thicker strings such as Gator Floss, Hamstring, Kitty Fat, etc. Over that last 6 months I have found that I no longer like the thicker string and prefer regular thickness, but woun… --- ## [Has anyone tried thicker type of string, like Kitty string fat?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-thicker-type-of-string-like-kitty-string-fat/48753)
**Author:** [@RedTwo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RedTwo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 11:54am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-thicker-type-of-string-like-kitty-string-fat/48753 "2013-01-29T11:54:08Z")
Does it make the yoyo more responsive and how does it feel when doing the tricks? I heard Zach usually uses fat type string in his freestyle, but it doesn’t look very responsive to me. I’m talking about strings that are… --- ## [Is the Takeshi Dice all that worth it](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-takeshi-dice-all-that-worth-it/48777)
**Author:** [@key2007](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/key2007)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 8:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-takeshi-dice-all-that-worth-it/48777 "2013-01-29T08:12:47Z")
I know what your thinking “it’s a difference of $5 does it really matter?!” Well it does, in the winter my income is extremely low and as it stands my purchase is all ready $30. I know the specs of it and what I want to… --- ## [Just got a cupcake, how come it's almost never mentioned?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-got-a-cupcake-how-come-its-almost-never-mentioned/48748)
**Author:** [@Mediumwell](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mediumwell)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 8:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/just-got-a-cupcake-how-come-its-almost-never-mentioned/48748 "2013-01-29T08:09:58Z")
So, i browse just about every topic (or new topic/new replied topic) on these boards. I’m always reading reviews. How come I never see any yoyos by Crucial mentioned (and specifically the cupcake as well)? When i boug… --- ## [Gnarwhal, Chief, or Cascade](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gnarwhal-chief-or-cascade/48732)
**Author:** [@WaterFiredude](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WaterFiredude)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 4:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gnarwhal-chief-or-cascade/48732 "2013-01-29T04:22:30Z")
Hey I wanted to get a new throw and I couldn’t figure out which one to get, Gnarwhal, Chief, or Cascade. If you could post the pros and cons of each yoyo, that would be great. I like long spinning and floaty throws. If y… --- ## [YoYo doesn't stay straight when doing a string trick.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-doesnt-stay-straight-when-doing-a-string-trick/48781)
**Author:** [@QFC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/QFC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 4:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-doesnt-stay-straight-when-doing-a-string-trick/48781 "2013-01-29T04:07:47Z")
I’m not sure how to explain it but here goes. When I go to do a string trick, generally a looping one the Yo Yo starts to lean or yaw in an undesirable direction. Im sure its something Im doing wrong/not doing. It happ… --- ## [What yoyo should i get?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yoyo-should-i-get/48783)
**Author:** [@bluepower9](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bluepower9)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2013, 4:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-yoyo-should-i-get/48783 "2013-01-29T04:03:54Z")
I think i’m ready for a better yoyo. I currently have a PHENOMizm and was thinking of getting the PHENOM. Would that be a good choice and how much better is it than the phenomizm because both are listed under intermedi… --- ## [Dont have a clue](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dont-have-a-clue/48775)
**Author:** [@throw\_yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/throw_yo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2013, 11:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dont-have-a-clue/48775 "2013-01-28T23:21:56Z")
hi there I don’t have a clue what to get… A OD burnside broken heart (pink with purple and other pink splashes) Or A OD dietz (not sure which color way yet) I like slack tricks, whips and anything that seems complic… --- ## [A nice plastic?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-nice-plastic/48659)
**Author:** [@phil\_the\_lizard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phil_the_lizard)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2013, 6:22am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-nice-plastic/48659 "2013-01-28T06:22:05Z")
Hey everyone! I am looking for a nice plastic yoyo under 30 dollars (if need be, i can go a tiny bit over, but i would rather not). I know it sounds weird, but i actually want a plastic, so please don’t post “just get a… --- ## [why good rep? FHZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-good-rep-fhz/48100)
**Author:** [@NOLAcuber](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/NOLAcuber)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/why-good-rep-fhz/48100 "2013-01-28T05:46:02Z")
I bought a FHZ as my first throw, and have been throwing a magic t5 for about 2 weeks. I’m still a noob. Just wondering how the FHZ has gotten such a good rep. It’s SOO responsive. I’ve already worn down the response pad… --- ## [Suggest a wide throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/suggest-a-wide-throw/48590)
**Author:** [@Lordchootapa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lordchootapa)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2013, 1:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/suggest-a-wide-throw/48590 "2013-01-28T01:37:34Z")
Hey guys! So, I’m thinking about what throw to get next, and obviously there’s no shortage of those on YYE, but I’m looking for a specific shape (my favorite) a wide yoyo. (think Aoda Miracle, n5 Desperado etc). Can some… --- ## [best yoyo for $100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-for-100/48716)
**Author:** [@throw\_yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/throw_yo)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2013, 1:36am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-for-100/48716 "2013-01-28T01:36:58Z")
best yoyo for $100 :slight\_smile: --- ## [Which CLYW to get?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-clyw-to-get/48596)
**Author:** [@CLYWPenguin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CLYWPenguin)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 11:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-clyw-to-get/48596 "2013-01-27T23:00:40Z")
Which CLYW should I get? I like fast,floaty,fun to play yoyos. Edit 1: My skill level is advanced to expert. I prefer fun,floaty,long spinning throws. I pretty much like any shape. Price range does not matter. Edit… --- ## [magic n9 vs. yyf one star](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/magic-n9-vs-yyf-one-star/48717)
**Author:** [@olldasmall](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olldasmall)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 8:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/magic-n9-vs-yyf-one-star/48717 "2013-01-27T20:41:25Z")
i was looking for a cheap high performance throw and narrowed it down to these two. --- ## [C3yoyodesign which is better](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yoyodesign-which-is-better/48652)
**Author:** [@Spinner577](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Spinner577)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yoyodesign-which-is-better/48652 "2013-01-27T13:45:37Z")
Capsule,glitter or yeah3 looking for long sleep and best horizontal --- ## [GOT 200 dollars to spend on a yoyo. What should i get](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/got-200-dollars-to-spend-on-a-yoyo-what-should-i-get/48646)
**Author:** [@mrodd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrodd)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 5:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/got-200-dollars-to-spend-on-a-yoyo-what-should-i-get/48646 "2013-01-27T05:51:41Z")
any recommendations? :o --- ## [Help me pick my birthday present](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-my-birthday-present/48685)
**Author:** [@MYNAMEISZen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MYNAMEISZen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-me-pick-my-birthday-present/48685 "2013-01-27T02:43:50Z")
Ok well my birthday was 3 weeks ago and my dad i said he would buy me a throw and I still can’t decide. I want a smooth, stable yoyo thats maybe a little wider long spin time good grinds. I’m considering a massive amou… --- ## [Responsive Genesis...](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-genesis/48654)
**Author:** [@yhl0214](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yhl0214)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2013, 12:46am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/responsive-genesis/48654 "2013-01-27T00:46:35Z")
Hey guys, my Genesis is about 5months old and on Dec.25th I got a KK bearing and put it into Genesis. However the bearing easily came out without bearing remover. It worked fine though, until recently it started to becom… --- ## [What software do you use for editing your videos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-software-do-you-use-for-editing-your-videos/48634)
**Author:** [@MYNAMEISZen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MYNAMEISZen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-software-do-you-use-for-editing-your-videos/48634 "2013-01-26T19:41:27Z")
I wanna make a video and I was wondering If anybody knows a good free software I could download? --- ## [Updated! Help?Looking for some Recommendations! ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/updated-help-looking-for-some-recommendations/47780)
**Author:** [@aznnboyaZ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aznnboyaZ)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/updated-help-looking-for-some-recommendations/47780 "2013-01-26T18:34:27Z")
Hi! Haven’t posted here in a while haha, (Please me mindful that i would like to purchase these off YYE!) So im looking for a 1A throw. my budget is 200$ INCLUDING Shipping. 1A im looking for Mid to oversized(53 a… --- ## [C3 NEED HELP IMPORTANT](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-need-help-important/48313)
**Author:** [@mrodd](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrodd)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 5:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-need-help-important/48313 "2013-01-26T17:31:43Z")
i like fast stable yoyos that are capable of long sleep time and getting through combos fast. and are flashy in color and have a sharp wide shape not as wide as a superwide but as wide as the phenom, or CODE 2 --- ## [Good YoYo's for Intermediates?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyos-for-intermediates/48475)
**Author:** [@riceontop](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/riceontop)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 1:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyos-for-intermediates/48475 "2013-01-26T01:34:49Z")
I’m looking for a yoyo that isn’t really high priced, less than $75, and good for intermediates. I’m thinking of getting the yoyofactory ProtoStar or yoyofactory NorthStar. If you have any suggestions of what yoyo I shou… --- ## [Oxygene TI 9.03 vs. 3yo3 TI5](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxygene-ti-9-03-vs-3yo3-ti5/48561)
**Author:** [@olldasmall](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olldasmall)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 8:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxygene-ti-9-03-vs-3yo3-ti5/48561 "2013-01-25T20:24:07Z")
I just wanted to know what was better. --- ## [Help for a friend. (YYF Recommendations?)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-for-a-friend-yyf-recommendations/48354)
**Author:** [@yoyofly](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyofly)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 10:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/help-for-a-friend-yyf-recommendations/48354 "2013-01-25T10:18:49Z")
My friend needs help with picking a yoyo, but he doesn’t know what to get. He also wants to get a YYF to take advantage of the Protostar deal so I’m making this thread to help him pick a high end YYF. His preferences ar… --- ## [new good yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-good-yoyo/48564)
**Author:** [@a1frosty](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/a1frosty)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-good-yoyo/48564 "2013-01-25T04:58:23Z")
guyz i broke my overdrive because someone told me to put silicone for it but it didnt worka nd now it doesnt spin anymore and i got a bad one becuz it wont come up wtf can someone suggest me a good yoyo that doesnt come … --- ## [Good yoyo that aren't expensive.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyo-that-arent-expensive/48477)
**Author:** [@yhl0214](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yhl0214)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 1:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/good-yoyo-that-arent-expensive/48477 "2013-01-25T01:13:00Z")
Hi everyone, my birthday’s coming up and I’m gonna order a yoyo (maybe 2 cheap) and I don’t think there will be chance of getting a new yoyo this year after this. So, anyone have recommendations for any good yoyo under t… --- ## [5A yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/5a-yo/48573)
**Author:** [@yhl0214](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yhl0214)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2013, 6:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/5a-yo/48573 "2013-01-24T18:19:36Z")
Fav. Yoyo for 5a? Also good recommendations for 5a yoyos anybody? --- ## [werrd hour vs. yoyojam phenomizm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/werrd-hour-vs-yoyojam-phenomizm/48554)
**Author:** [@olldasmall](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olldasmall)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2013, 4:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/werrd-hour-vs-yoyojam-phenomizm/48554 "2013-01-24T16:25:30Z")
ok, i have like, 70 bucks and my friend said they were both really good. so hour or phenomizm? [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=176) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=178)