# General Yoyo Thoughts **URL:** \ **Category:** General Yo-Yo\ **Created:** [August 20, 2019, 8:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204 "2019-08-20T20:58:39Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 51
**Author:** ![Nocompromise](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/nocompromise/32/177371_2.png) [@Nocompromise](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nocompromise)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 3:01pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1004 "2020-02-25T15:01:22Z")
> [@beeebon](#): > > Part thought and part question really: How much does the string you use effect the feel of the yoyo? I think I saw Coffin Nachtmahr say on Facebook recently that it is a factor a lot of people don’t really consider (or something to that effect) and I didn’t pay much notice at the time. Coffin was talking about string length specifically. I believe he said longer string would make a given yoyo feel heavier and vice versa (but I could have that reversed). I agree that the type and thickness of string can dramatically affect your play experience. That said, there are excellent bulk and premium options. ---
**Author:** ![zslane](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/zslane/32/19816_2.png) [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 5:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1005 "2020-02-25T17:58:18Z")
Have to agree with all the responses so far. In fact, I’m kinda taken aback that it is even a question. To me it is plainly obvious that every element plays a significant role: material(s), shape (and weight distribution), bearing, response, and string. Change any one of these and the feel of the yoyo can change dramatically. Maybe this wasn’t always the case, and maybe there was a time–way before my time in this hobby–when it didn’t matter what string you put on or what bearing you put in, but today all these things matter. I imagine it is because design and machining quality has gotten so consistently good that all the other elements reveal their impact to a degree they didn’t before. ---
**Author:** ![twitch77](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/twitch77/32/60219_2.png) [@twitch77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/twitch77)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1006 "2020-02-25T18:05:01Z")
I’ve been really lucky to have been able to try out a nice selection of decent strings. Ziplines, Airetic, One Drop Choice, Markmonts as well as some nice strings made from some of the forum members here. They make a big difference for me. Not only do they last a heck of a lot longer, but they make some of my tricks I’m learning easier too (like whips and slacks). I really like the way Kitty Fats play when they’re brand new. But after just a couple of hours of use they lose that feel. Some of my favorite higher quality strings don’t lose that feel to them nearly as quickly. Some of them actually feel better to me after they break in with use! Like @hobbygod said though, the string length makes the biggest difference. I’m still searching for a length I’m happy with. ---
**Author:** ![zslane](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/zslane/32/19816_2.png) [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1007 "2020-02-25T18:07:47Z")
I should clarify that when I think “different string” I don’t immediately think of different _brands_, but rather different materials and thicknesses. ---
**Author:** ![twitch77](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/twitch77/32/60219_2.png) [@twitch77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/twitch77)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1008 "2020-02-25T18:08:32Z")
> [@Mystik](#): > > Anybody know what strings come packaged with YYF? I think (but don’t know for sure) that they make the strings themselves. @yyfben2.deactivated? > **[YoYoFactory String](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/products/yoyofactory-string?variant=18872191044)** > > This is official replacement string for your YoYoFactory yo-yos!These are sold in packs of ten (ten individual strings). All strings are made out of high quality 100% polyester and come pre-tied so you are ready to go and get throwing! Official... ---
**Author:** ![beeebon](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/beeebon/32/30672_2.png) [@beeebon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/beeebon)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1009 "2020-02-25T18:09:19Z")
> [@zslane](#): > > Have to agree with all the responses so far. In fact, I’m kinda taken aback that it is even a question. Admittedly I have been into the hobby longer than you but I sure can’t afford the luxury of owning loads of gear to test out loads of combinations. ---
**Author:** ![Mystik](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mystik/32/83294_2.png) [@Mystik](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Mystik)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1010 "2020-02-25T18:13:40Z")
Good to know. IMO it’s awful. First thing to go when I get one of their throws. Not my flavor. ---
**Author:** ![twitch77](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/twitch77/32/60219_2.png) [@twitch77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/twitch77)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1011 "2020-02-25T18:15:35Z")
> [@beeebon](#): > > I sure can’t afford the luxury of owning loads of gear to test out loads of combinations. And when you do make purchases…you get slammed with even MORE charges with stupid customs and crap 🤬 ☹ ---
**Author:** ![zslane](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/zslane/32/19816_2.png) [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1012 "2020-02-25T18:17:41Z")
Fair enough. But let’s say you have a favorite throw. It doesn’t cost that much to try a bunch of different strings to see which kind feels/plays best for you. I mean, it is an unfortunate fact of yoyoing that strings are a consumable; you pretty much _have_ to buy new strings from time to time. And anyone who is really into yoyoing but can’t afford to buy new strings–which also means they can’t afford to try different strings–will most likely get loads of sample strings sent to them, for free, by this community. ---
**Author:** ![twitch77](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/twitch77/32/60219_2.png) [@twitch77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/twitch77)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:18pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1013 "2020-02-25T18:18:58Z")
In Beeebon’s defense…he doesn’t live in the states where it’s much easier and cheaper (with shipping) to acquire a bunch of strings from different companies and people. ---
**Author:** ![beeebon](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/beeebon/32/30672_2.png) [@beeebon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/beeebon)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1014 "2020-02-25T18:23:54Z")
There is one main store here in the UK which sadly is very rarely updated with anything, the only string they stock is Kitty String (oh and until recently they had bulk yoyofficer strings). That’s it. Sometimes on ebay you can find strings in this country but more often than not they are old stock. I have managed to accumulate enough money to buy from Zipline and YYE a few times but it really is NOT cheap, not cheap at all. The cheapest postage for some string which weighs next to nothing is quite considerable and on the rarte occasion you DO get hit with fees it is a massive kick in the teeth. I’m certainly not trying to play a sympathy card here, I am lucky as hell to have a collection like I have but I can assure you that for me it is not cheap, even the casual consumables aren’t exactly pocket money to me! ---
**Author:** ![fatguysnacks247](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fatguysnacks247/32/81478_2.png) [@fatguysnacks247](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fatguysnacks247)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1015 "2020-02-25T18:33:39Z")
right, but being snarky to your peers in the community who maybe do have the ‘luxury’ of owning tons of gear, that maybe do not know as many tricks as you, may scare away those of us that wouldn’t mind ‘gifting’ you some strings or whatever to try stuff out… ---
**Author:** ![zslane](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/zslane/32/19816_2.png) [@zslane](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zslane)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1016 "2020-02-25T18:35:39Z")
I live in Los Angeles and, AFAIK, there are _zero_ stores that carry yoyo accessories. I rely entirely on online purchasing. I’m surprised that Amazon UK doesn’t offer some relief in this regard. ---
**Author:** ![beeebon](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/beeebon/32/30672_2.png) [@beeebon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/beeebon)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1017 "2020-02-25T18:37:11Z")
I really don’t know that many tricks and I sure as heck don’t expect anyone to gift me anything! ---
**Author:** ![fatguysnacks247](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fatguysnacks247/32/81478_2.png) [@fatguysnacks247](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fatguysnacks247)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1018 "2020-02-25T18:39:46Z")
i wouldn’t mind if you, or anyone needed something… if anyone needs some strings, lemme know ---
**Author:** ![beeebon](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/beeebon/32/30672_2.png) [@beeebon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/beeebon)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1019 "2020-02-25T18:42:19Z")
That’s very kind of you 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![fatguysnacks247](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fatguysnacks247/32/81478_2.png) [@fatguysnacks247](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fatguysnacks247)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 6:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1020 "2020-02-25T18:42:48Z")
you’re cat is cute ---
**Author:** ![twitch77](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/twitch77/32/60219_2.png) [@twitch77](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/twitch77)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1021 "2020-02-25T20:11:07Z")
I think you guys are being a bit harsh here on Beeebon ☹ It’s easy enough for a lot of us to get all these fancy strings…but not everyone is so fortunate for many different reasons. ---
**Author:** ![fatguysnacks247](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fatguysnacks247/32/81478_2.png) [@fatguysnacks247](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fatguysnacks247)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1022 "2020-02-25T20:17:12Z")
that’s why we’re to help each other. we are sithren (?), and brethren. none better than the other, despite haves, nots, skills, differences, goals, speeds, yadda yadda… ---
**Author:** ![SirDarverok](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/b9e5f3/32.png) [@SirDarverok](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SirDarverok)\ **Post date:** [February 25, 2020, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204/1023 "2020-02-25T20:55:34Z")
I feel your pain. I’m from Europe and buying from the US is very expensive. I usually have to pay about 19€+ 21+% of the value of the package… [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204.md?page=50) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/general-yoyo-thoughts/307204.md?page=52)