### Author:  [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 1:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/21 "2015-04-23T01:52:24Z")
The only thing to really be concerned about will be the sand/dust. You may have to clean the bearing more frequently. Experience will be the determining factor.
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### Author:  [@FullthrottleFRS](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/FullthrottleFRS)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 3:47am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/22 "2015-04-23T03:47:08Z")
First off, thanks for your service.
Second, others have given good advice. As many bearings and string as you can bring.
Third, I suggest bringing a fixed axle throw as well. With a fixie, you’d really only have to worry about bringing string. And although it’s different than a bearing throw, it’s still plenty fun and has its own benefits.
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### Author:  [@yoyodoc](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyodoc)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 6:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/23 "2015-04-23T06:06:05Z")
Pass on the plastic yo-yos. Bring a few good metal yoyos… Half a dozen bearings… And a Bundle of string.
Keep your stuff in Zip lock bags. \< I don’t mean the thin wimpy 'sandwich bags. I mean the small size Freezer bags. (The freezer bags are thicker and more durable and they zip up better. Put your string and bearings in one Zip and the yoyos in their own Zips. Pack an extra several Zip lock freezer bags. Put several in another Zip lock bag to keep them all dust free. If they will let you take some lube, take a small bottle of One Drop VM4. \
### Author:  [@Gambit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gambit)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 9:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/24 "2015-04-23T09:18:26Z")
> [@DKiminator](#):
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> but if you want something perfect when it comes to being playable, easy to maintain, and durable, I’d recommend any 7075 or a plastic.
What have you got against good old 6061 eh? 😛
> [@lukas412](#):
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> I find my one drop throws to be really durable. The side effects are replaceable and you can tighten them down really hard with no fears of stripping. Also means you can take them apart with no fears instead of picking at knots. Also the anodizing is really tough.
^ This right here is a solid piece of advice. Taking along a side-effect yoyo and a few spare pairs of side effects will allay any axle-stripping fears. In the very rare event that you strip an axle you can simply swap out a new pair of side effects and you’re good to go.
On top of that, side effects further eliminate the issues of having a bearing seized to the bearing post, so you won’t be there with a pair of pliers risking the safety of your bearing (though they do have a tendancy to hop out of the yoyo so make sure you’re careful you don’t drop your bearing in the sand).
So personally, if I was going to go out with only one yoyo, I’d take a side-effect Onedrop. Probably a Markmont Classic myself, but that’s just my preference. Benchmarks are a solid cheaper option. 🙂
As yoyodoc mentioned, spare bearings are a very good idea and plenty ‘o’ string is a must. Depending on your preference there are some strings that are more hardy and enduring than others (Toxics), but they are too slick for some people so it’s up to you really. Just make sure you have enough, running out of string would really suck. 😛
I look forward to seeing you win Worlds some day sir!
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### Author:  [@French](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/French)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 10:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/25 "2015-04-23T10:03:18Z")
Thank you for your service. Stay safe.
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### Author:  [@mrciurleo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mrciurleo)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 10:34am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/26 "2015-04-23T10:34:34Z")
Thank you and good luck.
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### Author:  [@Erik\_kerber](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Erik_kerber)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 1:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/27 "2015-04-23T13:28:08Z")
Thank you for your service.
All the pros have already swept in ang given there advice so there’s not much else to add
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### Author:  [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 1:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/28 "2015-04-23T13:59:09Z")
The Monkey Fist is one of the most solid and stable yoyos you can get, especially at 50mm diameter. It will survive much punishment; but as others have said, it’s really just the bearing and consumables (response, string) that you will have to worry about.
Get another yoyo if you really want one. But if you already have the Fist, you don’t need one.
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### Author:  [@DKiminator](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DKiminator)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 3:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/29 "2015-04-23T15:53:58Z")
> [@Gambit](#):
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> What have you got against good old 6061 eh? 😛
Nothing! I was just making a suggestion. My idea going into this was less parts = less risk, so a 7075 (stronger material) plus just the essentials (bearing, string, pads, and axle) would make the perfect combo. Don’t listen to me though, I’ve only been in this game for 2 years.
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### Author:  [@wishiwasayoyoexpert](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/wishiwasayoyoexpert)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 4:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/30 "2015-04-23T16:10:04Z")
> [@DKiminator](#):
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> Nothing! I was just making a suggestion. My idea going into this was less parts = less risk, so a 7075 (stronger material) plus just the essentials (bearing, string, pads, and axle) would make the perfect combo. Don’t listen to me though, I’ve only been in this game for 2 years.
Yeah, don’t listen to this guy. Or me. Or anyone else in this thread for that matter. Listen to your heart.
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### Author:  [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 4:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/31 "2015-04-23T16:13:48Z")
[ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCC_b5WHLX0)
([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCC\_b5WHLX0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCC_b5WHLX0))
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### Author:  [@\_RTD\_alecto](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/_RTD_alecto)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 4:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/32 "2015-04-23T16:14:36Z")
i dunno about you guys but all my heart says is “thump thump”… maybe its just me…
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### Author:  [@Pineapple\_Jumpsuit](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pineapple_Jumpsuit)
#### Post date: [April 23, 2015, 11:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/33 "2015-04-23T23:28:35Z")
Yeah I wish mine didn’t do that…
Really annoying.
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### Author:  [@Erik\_kerber](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Erik_kerber)
#### Post date: [April 24, 2015, 3:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/34 "2015-04-24T03:04:35Z")
> [@Pineapple\_Jumpsuit](#):
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> Yeah I wish mine didn’t do that…
> Really annoying.
I know
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### Author:  [@jon\_walker](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jon_walker)
#### Post date: [April 24, 2015, 3:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/deployment/74197/35 "2015-04-24T03:59:07Z")
Take a wooden Fixed Axle yoyo and a pack of 100 type 10 strings as well as the bearing yoyo. This will be very low noise, low maintenance, and inexpensive.
I wish I would have had a TMBR on my deployment. I did have a Balisong that I made so it wasn’t all bad.
USMC 0341, Sangin City, Aghanistan.
Good luck on your deployment!
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