# Looking for Help/Recommendation **URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=46 [Latest](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/categories.md) **Page:** 47 --- ## [One Drop's old (undersized) throws pros and cons?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drops-old-undersized-throws-pros-and-cons/297559)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2019, 2:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drops-old-undersized-throws-pros-and-cons/297559 "2019-03-25T02:27:02Z")
What are the pros and cons of each of these old (undersized) One Drop throws? In order of original release: Project MarkMont Project Project 2 Y Factor MarkMont Next Wooly MarkMont --- ## [What strings are people using now-a-days?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-strings-are-people-using-now-a-days/300340)
**Author:** [@JohnnyJ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JohnnyJ)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2019, 3:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-strings-are-people-using-now-a-days/300340 "2019-03-24T03:01:32Z")
I’ve been a fat kitty nylon user for far too long. I love the feel and tension on kitties, but I’m looking for something a little whippier. I’ve tried plutonium, but I was meh on it. I want something that holds tensio… --- ## [A New Bimetal (for me)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-new-bimetal-for-me/297853)
**Author:** [@threebearrries](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/threebearrries)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 5:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/a-new-bimetal-for-me/297853 "2019-03-18T17:50:42Z")
I’m looking to buy a new bi-metal, and I have narrowed it down to the 2Sick Blockade and the CLYW Akita. I know the Akita has only had a limited release, but I wanted to get some opinions on the two to see which I should… --- ## [Small metal](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/small-metal/300090)
**Author:** [@BillyJack](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BillyJack)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 8:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/small-metal/300090 "2019-03-15T08:40:01Z")
I’ve been looking at a couple of smaller metal yoyos. Does anyone prefer them over a larger yoyo. One thrower warned me that I would bust up my hands with them. Thoughts? --- ## [YYSL Venom vs. MarkMont Dragon String](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yysl-venom-vs-markmont-dragon-string/72859)
**Author:** [@Buggot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Buggot)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2019, 2:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yysl-venom-vs-markmont-dragon-string/72859 "2019-03-14T02:08:51Z")
Which is better? Any other recommendations? Want to try out one of the two, how are they like? --- ## [Solid throw, $50 or under?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/solid-throw-50-or-under/300021)
**Author:** [@zenquick](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zenquick)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 5:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/solid-throw-50-or-under/300021 "2019-03-13T17:34:44Z")
Hey, I’m new to this forum. I’m looking for a solid throw around $50. I’m thinking about the new Duncan Origami, Recess Komodo, or Recess Snack, but… I really have no idea and I need some help. Any advice? --- ## [Replay PRO acting responsive?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replay-pro-acting-responsive/299777)
**Author:** [@jolly0707](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jolly0707)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 5:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/replay-pro-acting-responsive/299777 "2019-03-13T05:53:41Z")
so my replay pro is acting responsive, but the bearing is still relatively quite so I don’t think it needs to be cleaned --- ## [Loop 2020 vs. Loop Up](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-2020-vs-loop-up/299815)
**Author:** [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 6:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/loop-2020-vs-loop-up/299815 "2019-03-08T18:58:35Z")
Has anyone had a chance to try these side by side? If so, which do you like better and why? --- ## [Best unresponsive plastic Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-unresponsive-plastic-yoyo/299663)
**Author:** [@alexander](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/alexander)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2019, 12:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-unresponsive-plastic-yoyo/299663 "2019-03-07T00:18:39Z")
I’m looking to get a plastic unresponsive Yoyo. What are the best options? If there are other budget Yo-yos in different materials, those could work too. Thanks --- ## [Mayhem vs Retic Boa vs Obsession](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mayhem-vs-retic-boa-vs-obsession/299011)
**Author:** [@MrMiracle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MrMiracle)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 1:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/mayhem-vs-retic-boa-vs-obsession/299011 "2019-03-06T01:41:19Z")
I’m thinking of buying a new throw. There are a few I’ve got my eye on. Does anyone have any experience with these guys? Preferably more than one for comparison. I know they’re relatively new but any opinions would be gr… --- ## [Kuntosh5000qv](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kuntosh5000qv/299036)
**Author:** [@Jedillama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jedillama)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 4:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kuntosh5000qv/299036 "2019-03-05T04:42:47Z")
I have been wanting a kuntosh for a while now. Is the 5000qv that much better? Would it be worth trying to get someone to sell me a 5000qv rather than just buying a normal one off yye? Thanks for your input in advance. --- ## [Shutter WA vs. MVP 3](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-wa-vs-mvp-3/299622)
**Author:** [@rockem](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rockem)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 1:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-wa-vs-mvp-3/299622 "2019-03-05T01:07:38Z")
Hi all, Trying to decide on some cheap throw to try any comments on these? Thanks, Eli --- ## [Top-Yo Nuit?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/top-yo-nuit/293575)
**Author:** [@eldollo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/eldollo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2019, 5:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/top-yo-nuit/293575 "2019-03-03T05:52:36Z")
Has someone tried the Top Yo Nuit? I don’t find that much about it online but it just looks really interesting to me. --- ## [Qilin vs Acro](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/qilin-vs-acro/299513)
**Author:** [@BasilThunder](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/BasilThunder)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2019, 10:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/qilin-vs-acro/299513 "2019-03-01T22:27:00Z")
I wanna buy a Rebellion and I’ve narrowed it down to two yo-yos, the Qilin and Acro. Which one plays speedier? --- ## [LF Confusion GT or the Like](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-confusion-gt-or-the-like/297192)
**Author:** [@ThrowButcher](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ThrowButcher)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 8:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/lf-confusion-gt-or-the-like/297192 "2019-02-28T20:38:40Z")
Hi all. Since the family poltergeist made my MYY V6 disappear, I’m on the hunt for a modern, NON slimline dedicated metal responsive throw. I’ve been eyeing the Confusion GT, or maybe replacing the as yet unreturned V6 L… --- ## [Recess Snack](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recess-snack/299384)
**Author:** [@Nightsedge2](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nightsedge2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 12:44am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/recess-snack/299384 "2019-02-28T00:44:23Z")
How good is it, been thinking about picking one up so I can keep a Yoyo in my pocket no problem without it sticking out so much, getting in the way, or being a mighty flea --- ## [For all the YYF Wedge owners out there](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/for-all-the-yyf-wedge-owners-out-there/298347)
**Author:** [@SuperWideAngle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperWideAngle)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 6:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/for-all-the-yyf-wedge-owners-out-there/298347 "2019-02-27T18:06:35Z")
What is your Wedge setup and what do you think is the best way to rock a Wedge My Wedge is Plutonium, Center Trac Bearing, YYF Red Pads (Pretty Generic) --- ## [Bolt 2 pics and opinions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bolt-2-pics-and-opinions/299331)
**Author:** [@krish667](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/krish667)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 1:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bolt-2-pics-and-opinions/299331 "2019-02-27T01:40:02Z")
I think I’m interested in the Bolt 2. Anybody out there have one? I love the First Base as a plastic organic and think I’ll like the Bolt 2 also, but I can’t decide on a color. Anybody have pictures of theirs? --- ## [Do shutter bearings come dry?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-shutter-bearings-come-dry/299249)
**Author:** [@jolly0707](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jolly0707)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 6:25am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/do-shutter-bearings-come-dry/299249 "2019-02-25T06:25:11Z")
Do shutter bearings come dry? --- ## [Tundra bearing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tundra-bearing/299117)
**Author:** [@Jedillama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jedillama)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 6:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tundra-bearing/299117 "2019-02-20T06:28:28Z")
I was curious if anyone knew what ceramic bearing comes in the Tundra? --- ## [How's the Omnitron?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hows-the-omnitron/299092)
**Author:** [@funkyman50](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/funkyman50)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2019, 12:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/hows-the-omnitron/299092 "2019-02-20T00:49:39Z")
I’ve been thinking about getting an Omnitron for a while now, but I haven’t seen much talk about it. Anyone have any opinions on it and/or could compare it to other bi-metals? --- ## [In your opinion, what is one of the superb yoyos you’ve thrown that was also superb price wise?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/in-your-opinion-what-is-one-of-the-superb-yoyos-you-ve-thrown-that-was-also-superb-price-wise/298958)
**Author:** [@SuperSharingan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSharingan)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 8:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/in-your-opinion-what-is-one-of-the-superb-yoyos-you-ve-thrown-that-was-also-superb-price-wise/298958 "2019-02-19T20:51:15Z")
Please share your thoughts and ideas. --- ## [Other yoyos with a finger spin area like the Edge](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/other-yoyos-with-a-finger-spin-area-like-the-edge/296858)
**Author:** [@ClaytonDM](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/ClaytonDM)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 2:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/other-yoyos-with-a-finger-spin-area-like-the-edge/296858 "2019-02-19T02:28:32Z")
I’ve been really trying to work on horizontal play and finger spins lately. Specifically I’ve been working on Evan’s trick “Spin City.” Long story short, the only yoyo I can do this trick on is the Edge (original). The w… --- ## [Whatever your definition of the word "surgical" is. What is a yoyo that you have either thrown or a yoyo that you know about that you feel to be (or would be) quite "surgical."](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whatever-your-definition-of-the-word-surgical-is-what-is-a-yoyo-that-you-have-either-thrown-or-a-yoyo-that-you-know-about-that-you-feel-to-be-or-would-be-quite-surgical/298999)
**Author:** [@SuperSharingan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSharingan)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2019, 3:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whatever-your-definition-of-the-word-surgical-is-what-is-a-yoyo-that-you-have-either-thrown-or-a-yoyo-that-you-know-about-that-you-feel-to-be-or-would-be-quite-surgical/298999 "2019-02-17T15:02:35Z")
In my limited experience of only throwing for about 2 months now. My Sengoku Oni gives me that “surgical,” feel. It’s got this crispy preciseness like biting into a freshly baked croissant. --- ## [Sengoku Oni](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sengoku-oni/299002)
**Author:** [@SuperSharingan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSharingan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2019, 12:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sengoku-oni/299002 "2019-02-17T00:40:41Z")
For all intents and purposes consider me a noob. I’ve only been throwing for 2 months now and have since gathered a collection of yoyos. So by all means, take what I say with a grain of salt. I am merely thinking out lou… --- ## [If your life depended on the successful execution of your well practiced combos, which yoyo would you choose and why?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-your-life-depended-on-the-successful-execution-of-your-well-practiced-combos-which-yoyo-would-you-choose-and-why/298959)
**Author:** [@SuperSharingan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSharingan)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2019, 12:07am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/if-your-life-depended-on-the-successful-execution-of-your-well-practiced-combos-which-yoyo-would-you-choose-and-why/298959 "2019-02-17T00:07:34Z")
In my limited experience thus far and even though I have more expensive/quality throws my Magic N11 is my go to. It plays so… right. --- ## [Raytracer thoughts please](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/raytracer-thoughts-please/298832)
**Author:** [@anon5341354](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon5341354)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 8:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/raytracer-thoughts-please/298832 "2019-02-13T20:30:27Z")
This may be the first bimetal yoyo I will buy in years. So, if you’ve used one please tell me what you experiences are. --- ## [Anyone tried the Duncan Big Fun yet?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-tried-the-duncan-big-fun-yet/298837)
**Author:** [@photogeek](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/photogeek)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 5:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/anyone-tried-the-duncan-big-fun-yet/298837 "2019-02-13T17:02:35Z")
Anyone given the Duncan Big Fun some throwing time yet? Is it truly BIGFUN™? Big unfun? Worth the $18? I admit, I’m tempted. And I’m not usually a Duncan plastic fan. --- ## [Sengoku Oni: What do you think?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sengoku-oni-what-do-you-think/298819)
**Author:** [@SuperSharingan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SuperSharingan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2019, 1:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sengoku-oni-what-do-you-think/298819 "2019-02-13T01:00:16Z")
Please share everything that comes to mind when you think of the Sengoku Oni. What are the Pros and the Cons? What throws are similar in feel? What throws are similar in design? Is it worth the price point? How does… --- ## [Duncan Raptor (New version) and Onedrop Parlay](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-raptor-new-version-and-onedrop-parlay/298790)
**Author:** [@raptor\_whisperer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/raptor_whisperer)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2019, 5:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/duncan-raptor-new-version-and-onedrop-parlay/298790 "2019-02-12T17:40:59Z")
I will be getting one of these soon and can’t make up my mind! Have any of you owned both of them and can comment on how they play in comparison? I would not be using the caps if I go with the Raptor so I know it would b… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=45) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/c/yo-yo-reviews/looking-for-help-recommendation/24.md?page=47)