# Looking for Help/Recommendation **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=200 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 201 --- ## [Starter 3A Pair?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/starter-3a-pair/42581)
**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")
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… --- ## [YYJ Inspire VS YYJ Vexed VS C3 Halo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-inspire-vs-yyj-vexed-vs-c3-halo/42497)
**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")
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 --- ## [Similar ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/similar/42560)
**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")
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 --- ## [OD 54 VS OD Cascade](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-54-vs-od-cascade/42530)
**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")
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… --- ## [pgm vs protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/pgm-vs-protostar/17601)
**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")
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? --- ## [Whats up with the triple crown Echos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whats-up-with-the-triple-crown-echos/42495)
**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")
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… --- ## [What should i get??????](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-i-get/42450)
**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")
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… --- ## [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)
**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")
i say the ONE. you guys? (remember, i know there is no best, what do you THINK is the best) --- ## [Gsquared nessie Responsive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/gsquared-nessie-responsive/42455)
**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")
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? --- ## [How much is my Og 888 Aqua Violet Splash?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-much-is-my-og-888-aqua-violet-splash/42480)
**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")
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? --- ## [Throw w/ Similar Profile to Velocity?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/throw-w-similar-profile-to-velocity/42491)
**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")
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… --- ## [RedRev TA-1 vs RecRev Oktave 3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/redrev-ta-1-vs-recrev-oktave-3/42065)
**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")
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? --- ## [New yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/42207)
**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")
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… --- ## [Cascade Vibe?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cascade-vibe/41260)
**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")
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… --- ## [YYR suggestions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyr-suggestions/42461)
**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")
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… --- ## [Bi-Metal Recommendations](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bi-metal-recommendations/42411)
**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")
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… --- ## [C3 yoyo design halo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3-yoyo-design-halo/42420)
**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")
Is the C3 yoyo design Halo good? ??? ;D Plz awnser. --- ## [Yes another one... But its urgent](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yes-another-one-but-its-urgent/42399)
**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")
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… --- ## [\*cleaning a bearing\*](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/cleaning-a-bearing/42382)
**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")
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… --- ## [Which is better the DNA or the 888?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/which-is-better-the-dna-or-the-888/42345)
**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")
I’m am looking to get a yoyo with hubstacks so if you have any recommendations I would love them. --- ## [YYJ Vexed or YYJ Dark Magic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-vexed-or-yyj-dark-magic/42337)
**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")
Hi! What yoyo should I get? YYJ Vexed or YYJ Dark Magic? Plz reply ;D Kristian --- ## [YYJ classic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyj-classic/42378)
**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")
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). --- ## [New Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/42252)
**Author:** [@junkim100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/junkim100)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 3:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-yoyo/42252 "2012-09-05T15:27:06Z")
I’m trying to buy a smooth yoyo and I couldn’t decide what to buy. My budget is $130. Size doesn’t matter. I’m thinking of MVP2 or is there other good yoyos? (I have DV888,avant garde 1,avant garde 2,and speeder 2) --- ## [yoyorecreation, yoyojoker, and turning point??](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyorecreation-yoyojoker-and-turning-point/42092)
**Author:** [@yoyomaverickgt](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyomaverickgt)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 4:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyorecreation-yoyojoker-and-turning-point/42092 "2012-09-05T04:49:31Z")
I was wondering about higher priced companies like: yoyorecreation, yoyojoker, turning point, something I was wondering how good of an investment these yoyos are? Do they play as good as the price? I don’t buy yoyos th… --- ## [STUCK BEARING](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stuck-bearing/42322)
**Author:** [@Blazvatan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Blazvatan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 11:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/stuck-bearing/42322 "2012-09-04T23:40:22Z")
how do I get this stuck bearing off my dark magic 2 had it responsive since I got it a month ago please tell me how to get it off --- ## [Practice yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/practice-yoyo/42261)
**Author:** [@junkim100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/junkim100)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 10:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/practice-yoyo/42261 "2012-09-04T22:18:13Z")
Is there a good yoyo for practicing tricks? I couldn’t improve! My budget is $120. Please help me! :frowning: :frowning: :frowning: --- ## [Silicone Reponse Question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-reponse-question/42331)
**Author:** [@badisa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/badisa)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 6:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/silicone-reponse-question/42331 "2012-09-04T18:08:00Z")
So I have been yoyoing for a few months and I have been considering trying out different yoyos. But I keep stopping myself as they all different response systems. Do most yoyos work with the YYF 19mm cbc response pads o… --- ## [General Yo Mini Star - Looking for the PROS & CONS.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yo-mini-star-looking-for-the-pros-cons/42158)
**Author:** [@memoria](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/memoria)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 6:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yo-mini-star-looking-for-the-pros-cons/42158 "2012-09-04T06:43:28Z")
Hey guys, I’m considering purchasing a General Yo Mini Star from an individual. I really like the black and purple colorway and I’ve been looking for something a little bit smaller than my OD 54 to keep in my pocket so … --- ## [Code 2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/code-2/42321)
**Author:** [@junkim100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/junkim100)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 6:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/code-2/42321 "2012-09-04T06:34:53Z")
Any reviews for code 2? --- ## [Yoyo songs!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-songs/42108)
**Author:** [@WWYOYOWW](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/WWYOYOWW)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2012, 3:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-songs/42108 "2012-09-03T15:25:48Z")
Anyone got some nice yoyo song to practice to. It can be any kind. I just want a lot of songs to practice too. Pleas help! [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=199) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=201)