# Looking for Help/Recommendation

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## [YYF genesis or YYF severe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-genesis-or-yyf-severe/83765)

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**Author:** [@Eyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Eyoyo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2017, 1:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-genesis-or-yyf-severe/83765 "2017-04-14T01:08:44Z")

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So the severe is the black one on the yoyo expert store and a 5A yoyo and 1A or get the genesisi a 5A 1 A 3 A yoyo tell what you think plz and thanks for reading they both seem good ???

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## [Would a duncan barracuda play more like an aviator 2 or a shutter?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/would-a-duncan-barracuda-play-more-like-an-aviator-2-or-a-shutter/83753)

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**Author:** [@Throwto100](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Throwto100)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 2:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/would-a-duncan-barracuda-play-more-like-an-aviator-2-or-a-shutter/83753 "2017-04-13T14:11:03Z")

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Random question, but I want to know. Tell me what yoyos play most like the 2016 barracuda,(I’m thinking aviator 2) and I’ll give you thankyous. Deal? Ok.:wink:

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## [Imperial shaped yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/imperial-shaped-yoyo/83716)

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**Author:** [@Cannon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Cannon)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 11:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/imperial-shaped-yoyo/83716 "2017-04-11T11:48:14Z")

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Any recommendations for an imperial shaped, fixed axel, wooden yoyo that does not need any type of pad or sticker for response? Thanks in advance!

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## [Looking for throws with a rep for stability](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-throws-with-a-rep-for-stability/83665)

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**Author:** [@SwissArmyTenor](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SwissArmyTenor)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 3:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-throws-with-a-rep-for-stability/83665 "2017-04-10T15:36:43Z")

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Been out of throwing for 3-4 years. I still remember when I got a Phenomizm - I had a good handful of throws at the time, but I was shocked at how the Phenomizm just seemed to want to stay straight/upright no matter wha…

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## [Need advice re: a moderately responsive throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-advice-re-a-moderately-responsive-throw/83698)

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**Author:** [@SwissArmyTenor](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SwissArmyTenor)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 4:46am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-advice-re-a-moderately-responsive-throw/83698 "2017-04-09T04:46:21Z")

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Been out of the throwing game about 3 years, and only throws I’ve kept are my unresponsive metals. They’re great, but I’m also looking to get a hybrid that offers qualities of both responsive/unresponsive. For me, this…

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## [yoyo string labs questions](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-labs-questions/83714)

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**Author:** [@xyn](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/xyn)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 3:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyo-string-labs-questions/83714 "2017-04-09T03:18:22Z")

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Hi, Is the venom or ammo string made of nylon or something else? Also, what is the difference between the two? I have some cloud string (both the thick and normal) - how is the thickness of the venom or ammo string co…

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## [OD Gauntlet VS Benchmark O](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-gauntlet-vs-benchmark-o/83699)

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**Author:** [@Ukulele](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ukulele)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 3:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/od-gauntlet-vs-benchmark-o/83699 "2017-04-07T15:50:48Z")

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Ok guys, so the title says it, wich throw should I get between the OD Gauntlet and the OD Benchmark O? I would like to hear from people that have/had both or played with both. I’m not looking in something in particular a…

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## [Rebellion Golyat vs The V](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rebellion-golyat-vs-the-v/83426)

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**Author:** [@skilledyoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/skilledyoyoer)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 6, 2017, 12:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/rebellion-golyat-vs-the-v/83426 "2017-04-06T00:30:48Z")

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Thoughts? Pros and cons of both? Thanks.

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## [Tell me about the Titanuim Dream](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-about-the-titanuim-dream/83658)

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**Author:** [@anon5341354](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon5341354)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 11:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tell-me-about-the-titanuim-dream/83658 "2017-04-04T23:57:11Z")

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Hi everyone. I would like to hear your thoughts on the YYF Ti Dream yoyo (only those who have used one, please). Also, how does it compare to the Japan Technology Ribira?

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## [Any Sengoku Masamaxx thought?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-sengoku-masamaxx-thought/83229)

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**Author:** [@RyN](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/RyN)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 10:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/any-sengoku-masamaxx-thought/83229 "2017-04-01T22:40:27Z")

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I know this is a pretty limited release but I’d be interested in hearing anything thoughts on this yoyo. Is the over 90 gram weight still viable? are you willing to throw this yoyo more than once before reaching for some…

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## [Kayak or Mantis?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kayak-or-mantis/83621)

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**Author:** [@darkmagicII](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/darkmagicII)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 4:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/kayak-or-mantis/83621 "2017-04-01T04:24:33Z")

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So anxious… can’t decide. The Mantis I have a chance for Ti but the Kayak seems better…

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## [Get the X.Point?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/get-the-x-point/83562)

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**Author:** [@Siruta](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Siruta)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 9:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/get-the-x-point/83562 "2017-03-29T21:10:41Z")

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I’m planning on getting 3 Yoyofficer X.Points for my friends. Any thoughts on the throw before I buy it?

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## [Barracuda, origami or grassshoper ?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-origami-or-grassshoper/83569)

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**Author:** [@PD123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PD123)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2017, 2:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/barracuda-origami-or-grassshoper/83569 "2017-03-24T14:58:26Z")

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So, i want a yoyo that is good for 3a but also plays fast, nimble, stable in 1a. I am thinking of duncan baracuda, origami and grasshoper. Of the three yoyos, which one suits me most? Thanks!

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## [Has anyone tried the Halyard ? What do you think of it ? ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-the-halyard-what-do-you-think-of-it/83526)

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**Author:** [@whitesage](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/whitesage)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2017, 9:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/has-anyone-tried-the-halyard-what-do-you-think-of-it/83526 "2017-03-19T21:34:36Z")

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Was thinking of picking up a Halyard. Any comments on what you think of it ?

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## [Core Co. Standard?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/core-co-standard/83511)

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**Author:** [@olam1794](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/olam1794)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2017, 3:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/core-co-standard/83511 "2017-03-18T03:42:31Z")

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Okay, so someone offered me a core co standard. It does look cool, but playwise, how is it? I’v never thrown one and for $100, it’s pretty costly. Is it worth the price? How does it play? Let me know. Thanks!

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## [Another 2a yoyo?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/another-2a-yoyo/83508)

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**Author:** [@yoyojoseph16](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyojoseph16)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2017, 8:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/another-2a-yoyo/83508 "2017-03-17T20:33:14Z")

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About 2 months ago I began to venture into 2a play, and boy is it fun! My skills have gone from none to more than in the beginning. The two yo-yo’s I primarily use are the Loop 808 and the Loop 900, I used the Loop 808 i…

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## [C3yoyodesign m.o.v.e](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yoyodesign-m-o-v-e/83502)

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**Author:** [@Caden3211](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Caden3211)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2017, 2:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/c3yoyodesign-m-o-v-e/83502 "2017-03-17T14:13:38Z")

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Is the c3yoyodesign move a good yoyo?? Is it like the horizon. Is it better at fingerspinning than the horizon. Does it spin longer than the horizon??

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## [Yoyos that play like the YYF Horizon?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos-that-play-like-the-yyf-horizon/83459)

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**Author:** [@spin-clicker](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/spin-clicker)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2017, 1:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyos-that-play-like-the-yyf-horizon/83459 "2017-03-16T13:43:40Z")

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I recently bought a YoyoFactory Horizon and I just love the long spin times and stability during chill throw sessions. I want to get more yoyos like this in the future and I follow this weird rule in which I don’t get th…

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## [Jet Set EG, Air Dive, or Fiesta Tres?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/jet-set-eg-air-dive-or-fiesta-tres/83484)

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**Author:** [@FiveIronBrian](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FiveIronBrian)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 15, 2017, 2:54am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/jet-set-eg-air-dive-or-fiesta-tres/83484 "2017-03-15T02:54:28Z")

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Thinking about getting another 4A yoyo. I really like my Silverback King, but I like to do thumb starts and the shape of the gap squishes my thumb. Any thoughts on the Jet Set EG, Air Dive, or Fiesta Tres? Seems like …

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## [O.U.T. cheap thrills](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/o-u-t-cheap-thrills/83441)

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**Author:** [@GrindDude](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GrindDude)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2017, 5:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/o-u-t-cheap-thrills/83441 "2017-03-11T17:09:42Z")

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Hello, I was wondering if the O.U.T. cheap thrills is a good beginner fixed axle. I have seen some of the Ed Haponik stuff and want to get into fixed axle. I have the extra 40 dollars, and that would cover the yoyo and …

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## [Need help in finding a yoyo for my specific needs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-in-finding-a-yoyo-for-my-specific-needs/83438)

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**Author:** [@anon5341354](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon5341354)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2017, 5:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/need-help-in-finding-a-yoyo-for-my-specific-needs/83438 "2017-03-10T17:19:13Z")

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Hi there, I’m looking to master the first 50 tricks (on another site) to to help me to teach beginners learn to yoyo in a more developmental fashion. I’ve learned many of them before, but I just keep forgetting them bec…

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## [Is the YYF Roll Model good?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-yyf-roll-model-good/83418)

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**Author:** [@skilledyoyoer](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/skilledyoyoer)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2017, 3:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-the-yyf-roll-model-good/83418 "2017-03-09T15:57:06Z")

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How does it stack up against other YYF metals (e.g. GENESIS, Horizon, Shutter)?

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## [Organic metal throw](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/organic-metal-throw/83368)

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**Author:** [@Ukulele](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ukulele)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2017, 4:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/organic-metal-throw/83368 "2017-03-04T04:12:33Z")

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Hey guys! I would like to buy an organic metal throw. I do not want to spend more than 70 bucks (budget range). I would like to hear your suggestions! Thanks :slight\_smile: Take a look at my Instagram yoyo related accou…

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## [Should i buy onedrop t1?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-buy-onedrop-t1/83263)

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**Author:** [@PD123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PD123)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 28, 2017, 5:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/should-i-buy-onedrop-t1/83263 "2017-02-28T17:37:52Z")

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My style, in my opinion, is a combination of slack, lacceration, tech and a little grind. I want to buy a new yoyo that fit me and I come across the onedrop t1 Love the story of this yoyo i am pretty sure that i will b…

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## [best pocket yoyo ?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-pocket-yoyo/58219)

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**Author:** [@phillipjenkins](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/phillipjenkins)\
**Replies:** 59\
**Last updated:** [February 27, 2017, 5:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-pocket-yoyo/58219 "2017-02-27T17:41:19Z")

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Hey guys, I’m looking to get a new throw. I want one thats small enough that it wont be too uncomfortable in my pocket because I want to carry it around with me, but I also want it to play well. What are your suggestions…

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## [Thoughts on the c3yoyodesign accelerator](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-the-c3yoyodesign-accelerator/83334)

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**Author:** [@Caden3211](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Caden3211)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 27, 2017, 2:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/thoughts-on-the-c3yoyodesign-accelerator/83334 "2017-02-27T02:43:41Z")

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Just bought it and while it’s shipping what r your thoughts on this yoyo??

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## [Shutter or a Rook?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-or-a-rook/83338)

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**Author:** [@Siruta](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Siruta)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2017, 10:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shutter-or-a-rook/83338 "2017-02-26T22:55:21Z")

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What is more competition oriented? A Titanium Shutter or a Rook?

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## [What should my next yo-yo be? :-)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-my-next-yo-yo-be/83301)

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**Author:** [@morgothaod](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/morgothaod)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2017, 5:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-should-my-next-yo-yo-be/83301 "2017-02-26T17:22:23Z")

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I have 2 yo-yos (A plastic Recess First Base and a metal Shutter). I was thinking something in the $100 or less range. I prefer metal over plastic and I have never thrown a bi-metal. Maybe it would be a good idea to g…

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## [Looking for recommendation (beginner/intermediate)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-recommendation-beginner-intermediate/83341)

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**Author:** [@650b](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/650b)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2017, 4:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-recommendation-beginner-intermediate/83341 "2017-02-26T16:57:26Z")

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Ok, was thinking about buying the DV888 and Yeti 2.0, but before jumping in I wanted to see any other recommendations from you all. We’re familiar (son and I) with the standard? responsive yoyo, and debating going to th…

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## [New skyva](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-skyva/83336)

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**Author:** [@Gamergirlyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gamergirlyoyos)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 25, 2017, 2:54am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-skyva/83336 "2017-02-25T02:54:46Z")

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I was thinking of getting a skyva wanted to know if there’s a difference between translucent ones or solid ones

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