# Looking for Help/Recommendation **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=35 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 36 --- ## [How do you stop oxidation after stripping?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-stop-oxidation-after-stripping/308563)
**Author:** [@YFG](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YFG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2020, 11:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-do-you-stop-oxidation-after-stripping/308563 "2020-06-19T11:37:17Z")
Is there any way other than anodization? I was hoping to preserve the finish, which obviously polishing wouldn’t accomplish. does anyone still do ano jobs on single yoyos? edit: this is in the wrong category, mb --- ## [Shutter vs node vs n12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-vs-node-vs-n12/321230)
**Author:** [@Akshat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Akshat)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2020, 11:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-vs-node-vs-n12/321230 "2020-06-12T11:29:37Z")
hey guys so now I want to get a new throw (my first metal after replay pro ) and i have these three options…though shutter is a bit expensive for me so i wanted to know which one is the best among these 3 --- ## [Grasshopper GTX vs Meerkat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grasshopper-gtx-vs-meerkat/322199)
**Author:** [@malachigutwein](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/malachigutwein)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2020, 3:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/grasshopper-gtx-vs-meerkat/322199 "2020-06-12T03:35:47Z")
Just wondering. Might not get one for a while. I really enjoy throwing the PLSTC, ND, and Shutter, so how do they play differently to those and each other. Thanks! --- ## [Best Plastic Still In Stock?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-plastic-still-in-stock/322227)
**Author:** [@StayHydrated](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/StayHydrated)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2020, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-plastic-still-in-stock/322227 "2020-06-11T02:31:39Z")
I’m looking to pick up a plastic (or maybe hybrid) that I can use when I don’t want to bang up one of my metals. I’m wondering what people think is the best plastic (or hybrid) yoyo right now that’s still in stock. --- ## [Problem with hooks](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-with-hooks/322219)
**Author:** [@Niub](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Niub)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2020, 11:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/problem-with-hooks/322219 "2020-06-10T23:30:01Z")
I am having great problems with hooks the string always wraps around itself, it never forms an area where the yoyo can go through getting rid of string tensions never work, other slacks are fine pls help --- ## [How's the B grade YYF Horizon?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hows-the-b-grade-yyf-horizon/322104)
**Author:** [@mohr56](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mohr56)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2020, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hows-the-b-grade-yyf-horizon/322104 "2020-06-09T18:06:33Z")
I’ve always wanted a horizon and saw this as a wonderful opportunity. I would like to know how you like your b grade horizon, how it plays, and if the cosmetic defects affect the smooth finish. --- ## [Copper/brass yoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/copper-brass-yoyos/322090)
**Author:** [@PCaliyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PCaliyoyos)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2020, 10:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/copper-brass-yoyos/322090 "2020-06-08T22:22:59Z")
are copper/brass yoyos solid copper/brass or are they plated wit copper/brass? and how much might one be? --- ## [Anything that I can use as thin lube?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anything-that-i-can-use-as-thin-lube/321610)
**Author:** [@AdoNo659](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AdoNo659)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 3:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anything-that-i-can-use-as-thin-lube/321610 "2020-06-03T15:26:22Z")
I started playing unresponsive and I’m looking for anything I can use or make thin lube --- ## [String ideas](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-ideas/321679)
**Author:** [@Charlie](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Charlie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 2:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-ideas/321679 "2020-06-03T14:28:18Z")
Does anyone know what YoYo string to use, any recommendation will be good --- ## [Og Terrarian v. Legendary](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/og-terrarian-v-legendary/317961)
**Author:** [@smileypants707](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/smileypants707)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 11:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/og-terrarian-v-legendary/317961 "2020-06-02T11:32:18Z")
To those who have owned/ played both: Which do you like better? And why? --- ## [Looking for some recommendations please](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-some-recommendations-please/321313)
**Author:** [@Charlie](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Charlie)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 8:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-some-recommendations-please/321313 "2020-06-01T20:03:09Z")
Any recommended bearing? Also does anyone happen to know what size axle the yoyofactory shutter, replay pro and magic YoYo skyva have? Thank you --- ## [Most Powerful Organics with IGR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-powerful-organics-with-igr/321390)
**Author:** [@Myk\_Myk](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Myk_Myk)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 9:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/most-powerful-organics-with-igr/321390 "2020-05-31T21:46:22Z")
Is there such a beast, as a powerful organic with in IGR? I think the Life is the closest I have. --- ## [List of wide bois?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/list-of-wide-bois/321353)
**Author:** [@100FatYoyoDads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/100FatYoyoDads)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 7:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/list-of-wide-bois/321353 "2020-05-29T19:58:04Z")
I really like wide bois (even thought I only have one, the atlas) and I want some recommendations for wide bois. I have look at the wangle, but it’s not as wide as I would like. Does anybody have ones they like that are … --- ## [YYF Wide Angle Shutter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-wide-angle-shutter/318492)
**Author:** [@DocAck23](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DocAck23)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 4:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-wide-angle-shutter/318492 "2020-05-28T16:13:36Z")
Hey guys, calling all throwers with a YYF Wide Angle shutter in their arsenal. Tell me honestly what y’all think of it. Curious to see what you guys say. --- ## [Returning... Need help choosing a "Modern" throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/returning-need-help-choosing-a-modern-throw/320605)
**Author:** [@boku](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/boku)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2020, 1:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/returning-need-help-choosing-a-modern-throw/320605 "2020-05-28T13:06:06Z")
Basically, I have not thrown in 6 years… I’m looking to start back up again and it looks like technology has advanced enough that I need to look at getting something modern. Money doesn’t really matter. I prefer “small… --- ## [Duncan Grasshopper GTX](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-grasshopper-gtx/321127)
**Author:** [@garyrhuff](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/garyrhuff)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-grasshopper-gtx/321127 "2020-05-27T01:12:58Z")
I really don’t need another yoyo at this time, but I have my eye on the Duncan Grasshopper GTX or Tourney. Are either of these worth getting even though it will be a while before my skill level is ready for one of these,… --- ## [Under the Radar: CLYW Gorge](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/under-the-radar-clyw-gorge/321011)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 10:29pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/under-the-radar-clyw-gorge/321011 "2020-05-25T22:29:09Z")
So I will admit right up front that I’m not a CLYW fan. For some reason their yoyos just don’t appeal to me. I did try the Pickaxe, but I didn’t like it and eventually sold it. Having said that I find that for some reas… --- ## [Deciding between the C3yoyodesign Astrea and Omnitron](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deciding-between-the-c3yoyodesign-astrea-and-omnitron/320699)
**Author:** [@Bingerson](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bingerson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2020, 9:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deciding-between-the-c3yoyodesign-astrea-and-omnitron/320699 "2020-05-22T21:15:45Z")
Trying to decide between the two, my favorite throws right now are the 2sick grandmaster, sf statement and bi metal superstar. recommendations? --- ## [Yoyo string keeps getting inbetween bearing when I play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-keeps-getting-inbetween-bearing-when-i-play/320583)
**Author:** [@AdoNo659](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AdoNo659)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2020, 5:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-keeps-getting-inbetween-bearing-when-i-play/320583 "2020-05-20T17:11:31Z")
Help I am a beginner and my yoyo string keeps getting inbetween my bearing when I play --- ## [Anglam cc question](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anglam-cc-question/320477)
**Author:** [@dizzo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dizzo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anglam-cc-question/320477 "2020-05-19T02:06:08Z")
Ive recently become an anglam fanboy. Im looking at these 2 yoyos. Both are the cc version. One looks like it has an inside the rim ring, the other looks like its outside. What am i missing? --- ## [Glow in the dark yoyos?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/glow-in-the-dark-yoyos/30945)
**Author:** [@BrodiemanAXT](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BrodiemanAXT)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 10:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/glow-in-the-dark-yoyos/30945 "2020-05-18T10:39:48Z")
I’ve been asked to perform at a bday party under a blacklight and i wanted to get a glow n the dark throw and i know there’s the die-nasty and starlite…but what are my other options?? --- ## [Akita yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/akita-yoyo/320413)
**Author:** [@JC\_ICE\_03](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JC_ICE_03)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 7:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/akita-yoyo/320413 "2020-05-18T07:49:24Z")
Hey fellow yoyoers! Was looking at the CLYW Akita. How does it play? --- ## [Any recommendations for a semi beginner?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-recommendations-for-a-semi-beginner/320356)
**Author:** [@100FatYoyoDads](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/100FatYoyoDads)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-recommendations-for-a-semi-beginner/320356 "2020-05-17T19:30:14Z")
I’ve just recently started Yoyoing, but have progressed quite a bit. I have a random brand off of amazon, and I want to upgrade soon. I am thinking of getting the canon, because I am interested in 5a. I am currently play… --- ## [Trying to find something for responsive 1A/5A play](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trying-to-find-something-for-responsive-1a-5a-play/320227)
**Author:** [@Niub](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Niub)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/trying-to-find-something-for-responsive-1a-5a-play/320227 "2020-05-17T18:36:07Z")
I’ve being yoing for half a year now(1A), I can do some intermediate/advanced tricks such as the spirit bomb and hop to double GT. But as you guys probably know, yoing 1 - 2 hour everyday and basiclly practicing the same… --- ## [New Surveillance](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-surveillance/319253)
**Author:** [@Boy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Boy)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 6:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-surveillance/319253 "2020-05-15T06:19:10Z")
Anyone tried the new surveillance? compared to old one or other comparable bimetal yoyos? --- ## [I’m going to get a Duncan bi metal, but I can’t decide which one. Any suggestions?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-m-going-to-get-a-duncan-bi-metal-but-i-can-t-decide-which-one-any-suggestions/320110)
**Author:** [@SuperNova](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperNova)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2020, 1:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-m-going-to-get-a-duncan-bi-metal-but-i-can-t-decide-which-one-any-suggestions/320110 "2020-05-14T01:14:59Z")
I’m going to get either the, Grasshopper GTX, or the Tourney, but I’m going crazy trying to decide which one! PLEASE HELP!! --- ## [Superstar series](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/superstar-series/319883)
**Author:** [@PCaliyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PCaliyoyos)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 10:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/superstar-series/319883 "2020-05-10T22:52:27Z")
so there is the OG Superstar, Superstar, and Bimetal Superstar. is the one with hubstacks the OG and normal? --- ## [Anyone have ideas on b-grade?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-have-ideas-on-b-grade/319616)
**Author:** [@Onefanatic](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Onefanatic)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 8:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-have-ideas-on-b-grade/319616 "2020-05-08T20:02:06Z")
Hey! I’m going to buy a b-grade nine dragons and I was wondering if that’s a good idea, and/ or if anyone has done that and could give me some pointers on what replacement parts I could get. I have never had a nine drago… --- ## [Shutter Wangle yye exclusive color](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-wangle-yye-exclusive-color/319698)
**Author:** [@Kyle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Kyle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 11:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-wangle-yye-exclusive-color/319698 "2020-05-07T23:07:04Z")
Hi yall, I am thinking about picking up a shutter wangle soon and I was wondering if anyone has the shutter wide-angle yye blue and can send any pics thanks! --- ## [Best yoyo under $100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-under-100/85189)
**Author:** [@Sam\_D](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Sam_D)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 2:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-yoyo-under-100/85189 "2020-05-06T02:52:53Z")
I have been yo-yoing for 4 years. I have a budget of $100, and I would like to know what the best yoyo to buy would be… I currently have a yyf shutter. I am working on learning speed combos and advanced tricks, and the s… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=34) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=36)