# Latest

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## [New Redding CA yoyo club starting soon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-redding-ca-yoyo-club-starting-soon/65930)

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**Author:** [@Yoyokarma](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyokarma)\
**Replies:** 94\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 11:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-redding-ca-yoyo-club-starting-soon/65930 "2015-01-29T23:20:04Z")

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After many years of trying I have recently had enough interest to push forward a yoyo club in the Redding area. Currently planning our first meeting. Head to reddingyoyoclub.blogspot.com for info and please leave input. …

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## [One and half mount problems](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-and-half-mount-problems/72245)

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**Author:** [@Flying\_maverick](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Flying_maverick)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 10:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-and-half-mount-problems/72245 "2015-01-29T22:41:27Z")

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IM struggling to make a one and half mount so I can move on to more advanced tricks. I sort of understand the mount but I can’t seem to flip it under my index finger. Can anyone help

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## [What goes on during contests?  (besides yoyoing of course)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-goes-on-during-contests-besides-yoyoing-of-course/72246)

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**Author:** [@mrciurleo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrciurleo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 10:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/what-goes-on-during-contests-besides-yoyoing-of-course/72246 "2015-01-29T22:12:18Z")

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Well, I’m going to my first contest in June. I was wondering what kind of stuff goes on. Are there actual trick circles? Another big one is, is buying, selling, and trading yoyos common, or is it frowned upon?

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## [looking for yeti](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-yeti/72244)

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**Author:** [@patato](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/patato)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/looking-for-yeti/72244 "2015-01-29T21:31:10Z")

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does anyone have a yeti, i dont want black but any other colour will do, i would prefer mint but when it comes to a yeti i dont mind scraches as long as it doesnt affect play, it would be also cool if you had the box, ps…

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## [$60~ Throw for a friend? Recommendations?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/60-throw-for-a-friend-recommendations/72199)

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**Author:** [@Raigo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raigo)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/60-throw-for-a-friend-recommendations/72199 "2015-01-29T21:24:59Z")

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My friend is getting interested in getting back to yoyoing, and asked for the best throw at the $60 range

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## [contest tips?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/contest-tips/72235)

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**Author:** [@That-one-kid](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/That-one-kid)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/contest-tips/72235 "2015-01-29T21:24:23Z")

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Hey guys I might want to try a contest soon. Any recommendations or tips? Like, how good do I have yo be to stand a chance and no look like a fool?

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## [Is is normal to get two trading card packs with exactly the same cards?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-is-normal-to-get-two-trading-card-packs-with-exactly-the-same-cards/72224)

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**Author:** [@kkxwhj](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kkxwhj)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/is-is-normal-to-get-two-trading-card-packs-with-exactly-the-same-cards/72224 "2015-01-29T21:08:48Z")

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I found it pretty amusing lol

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## [Boing e boing help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/boing-e-boing-help/71778)

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**Author:** [@Flying\_maverick](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Flying_maverick)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:01pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/boing-e-boing-help/71778 "2015-01-29T21:01:26Z")

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Hi all I’m trying to do the trick boing e boing. I’ve mastered the mount but I when I bounce the yo yo It bounces to the sides and comes off the string. What am I doing wrong

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## [One Drop side effects with a plastic yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-side-effects-with-a-plastic-yoyo/72206)

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**Author:** [@mechknight117](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mechknight117)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 8:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-side-effects-with-a-plastic-yoyo/72206 "2015-01-29T20:41:21Z")

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has anyone tried it?

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## [YYF Severe and Supernova for sale!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-severe-and-supernova-for-sale/72135)

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**Author:** [@danielwow12](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/danielwow12)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 8:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-severe-and-supernova-for-sale/72135 "2015-01-29T20:14:00Z")

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Supernova is Red and Silver, Mint in Box! $75 shipped! http://puu.sh/eW4qP/eb92da12a7.jpg Severe is White and also Mint in Box! $35 Shipped http://puu.sh/eW4uh/b4e8d1a2e1.jpg Want both? $100 shipped :slight\_smile: P…

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## [Oxy Io Response Replacement](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxy-io-response-replacement/72242)

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**Author:** [@cbc631](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cbc631)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 8:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/oxy-io-response-replacement/72242 "2015-01-29T20:02:36Z")

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Hey Guys, wondering what other brands besides Oxy response fit in this yoyo. Thanks, Chris

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## [Left handed throwers please read.](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/left-handed-throwers-please-read/72215)

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**Author:** [@Ripcord](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ripcord)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 7:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/left-handed-throwers-please-read/72215 "2015-01-29T19:09:46Z")

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Ok, so I am not trying to be some “expert” in this as I am still relatively new to throwing in general, but if you are a lefty thrower and have never tried left-handed string; I beg you to atleast try. I have seen many …

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## [Shop by category ](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shop-by-category/72237)

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**Author:** [@GarrettMfnMoody](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GarrettMfnMoody)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/shop-by-category/72237 "2015-01-29T18:40:27Z")

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Having the three categories “beginner, intermediate, advance” is helpful. But I feel it would be much more helpful if there were also categories for differnt styles. Some examples: Fixed axle Looping yoyos 1A respons…

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## [AC2 vs Bonfire vs Puffin 2 vs Code 2 vs Summit or anything else](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ac2-vs-bonfire-vs-puffin-2-vs-code-2-vs-summit-or-anything-else/72241)

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**Author:** [@yhl0214](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yhl0214)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 6:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ac2-vs-bonfire-vs-puffin-2-vs-code-2-vs-summit-or-anything-else/72241 "2015-01-29T18:07:56Z")

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Hi, my budget’s been raised to about 140$, and I’m interested in the Clyw yoyos. I’m looking for a fun yoyo that is stable and smooth, can go either fast and slow but I don’t need it to be super fast. What would you guys…

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## [Close me pls](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/close-me-pls/70670)

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**Author:** [@djmatz](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/djmatz)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 12:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/close-me-pls/70670 "2015-01-29T12:24:51Z")

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Close me pls

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## [FS/FT: Genesis, Strix, Echo, Torque, Summit + more!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fs-ft-genesis-strix-echo-torque-summit-more/70491)

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**Author:** [@Zortwil](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Zortwil)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 12:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/fs-ft-genesis-strix-echo-torque-summit-more/70491 "2014-11-24T12:09:53Z")

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Pictures are upside down for some reason, sorry. I’m more attached to some throws than others so I may reject even good offers for certain ones. Offer absolutely ANYTHING, I’m interested in a lot. Specific Wants(not i…

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## [Variations of velocity yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/variations-of-velocity-yoyo/72211)

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**Author:** [@Rollingpins](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rollingpins)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 7:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/variations-of-velocity-yoyo/72211 "2015-01-29T07:34:50Z")

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Hey guys, So I’m kind of confused at the moment about the velocity yoyo. I know there is an old version and a new version that was released in 2010 ( right??). But I’m really unclear about which one is which and if peop…

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## [TP Shake Black+Splash?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-shake-black-splash/72240)

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**Author:** [@Raigo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Raigo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 7:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/tp-shake-black-splash/72240 "2015-01-29T07:10:54Z")

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I got this black tp shake, with a red/pinkish splash in the inner body Is it rare or something? Haven’t been able to find anything like it on the internet :confused:

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## [CLYW and The Maple Syrup feel](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-and-the-maple-syrup-feel/72087)

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**Author:** [@Erik\_kerber](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Erik_kerber)\
**Replies:** 69\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 4:16am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/clyw-and-the-maple-syrup-feel/72087 "2015-01-29T04:16:25Z")

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So theres always a back and forth argument going on about which company is better and blah blah blah. Now I’m not saying CLYW is better in anyway I just wanted to put my experience out there. When I pick up a YYF shutter…

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## [best choice yoyo from $90-$120](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-choice-yoyo-from-90-120/71970)

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**Author:** [@Anthony\_Frandi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Anthony_Frandi)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 12:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/best-choice-yoyo-from-90-120/71970 "2015-01-29T00:10:56Z")

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Question based on the title. Preference of play?? All trick can be done perfectly. I want a yoyo which is butter smooth and spin for day.

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## [H](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/h/72214)

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**Author:** [@Yoyordy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyordy)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 11:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/h/72214 "2015-01-28T23:04:38Z")

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What is your favorite H shape yoyo and what makes it so great?

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## [L/F Purple Yeti](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/l-f-purple-yeti/72232)

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**Author:** [@SAW](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SAW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 9:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/l-f-purple-yeti/72232 "2015-01-28T21:07:28Z")

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Hi, Anyone got a MIB purple yeti for sale ? Thanks.

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## [SOLD Yeti, USA Genesis, Horizon (package deal) SOLD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sold-yeti-usa-genesis-horizon-package-deal-sold/72230)

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**Author:** [@aronbendet](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/aronbendet)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 8:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/sold-yeti-usa-genesis-horizon-package-deal-sold/72230 "2015-01-28T20:33:55Z")

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ALL PICTURES: Imgur: The magic of the Internet Three yoyos for sale. No trades. Paypal only. $95 shipped for the lot, all pictures found here: Imgur: The magic of the Internet Genesis: light green with teal splash, …

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## [Yoyofficer Pause](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofficer-pause/70713)

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**Author:** [@anon5341354](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anon5341354)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 8:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyofficer-pause/70713 "2015-01-28T20:33:05Z")

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Yoyofficer have brought out some good throws in their short time on the yoyo scene, and the Pause is no exception in their small yet powerful line up. Construction The pause is a small yoyo with a diameter of 51.97mm a…

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## [Dark Magic II Review](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-ii-review/25472)

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**Author:** [@YohoYoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YohoYoyo)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 7:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/dark-magic-ii-review/25472 "2015-01-28T19:48:10Z")

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I had just ordered a brand new Dark Magic 2 from Yoyoexpert.com and was really excited for it when it came in the mail. The first i thing i did run to the mailbox and and get my new yoyo and rip it open. Plus this is my …

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## [Selling my collection - Make offers! General Sword, OD Benchmarks, DV888](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/selling-my-collection-make-offers-general-sword-od-benchmarks-dv888/72229)

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**Author:** [@Rhys](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rhys)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 7:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/selling-my-collection-make-offers-general-sword-od-benchmarks-dv888/72229 "2015-01-28T19:46:24Z")

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I’m from the UK, I can ship abroad but I will not pay for shipping! Unfortunately my mum wants me to get rid of everything, I’m allowed to keep one Yo-Yo. Please feel free to make offers! I can trade if you want as wel…

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## [horizontal help](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/horizontal-help/72227)

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**Author:** [@datyoyoguy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/datyoyoguy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 6:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/horizontal-help/72227 "2015-01-28T18:20:45Z")

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iv been working on horizontal and I’m having a hard time getting it on the string and keeping it there, the only trick i know to do is finger grind, any pointers?? thx

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## [horizon and cypher bearings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/horizon-and-cypher-bearings/72217)

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**Author:** [@Jimmy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jimmy)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 4:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/horizon-and-cypher-bearings/72217 "2015-01-28T16:30:55Z")

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FiguredHalfAnybody Try Getting The Bearings Out Of A Horizon Or A Cypher Yyf Throws? I Have Both Brand New THrows. Got A Knot In One Of Them And Tried To Take The HaLfs Apart, That’s When I Noticed A Problem. Needed To J…

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## ["modern" wood throws?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modern-wood-throws/72201)

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**Author:** [@UsagiCat](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/UsagiCat)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 4:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/modern-wood-throws/72201 "2015-01-28T16:04:59Z")

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So I was curious. I have seen numerous wooden throws recently, and they have been fixed axle. In terms of bearing wooden throws I have seen Tom Kuhn classic yoyos, and of course bi-material throws like the jamboo. I was…

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## [Protostar sleep time](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-sleep-time/72200)

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**Author:** [@Jfandjfmo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jfandjfmo)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 10:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/protostar-sleep-time/72200 "2015-01-28T10:27:36Z")

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I just got myself a protostar after not throwing for about 15 years. It’s pretty nice but I can’t get a sleep much over 40-50 seconds. Is this average for these? Thanks!!

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