# I want to buy a responsive **URL:** \ **Category:** General Yo-Yo\ **Created:** [July 16, 2026, 1:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119 "2026-07-16T01:20:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Bznalcapone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bznalcapone/32/691806_2.png) [@Bznalcapone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bznalcapone)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:20am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/1 "2026-07-16T01:20:57Z")
Question for all you fine folks. I want to buy a responsive yo-yo once again I need your help. I don’t want to buy a cheap responsive like a Duncan butterfly what responsive would you guys choose that is CNC plastic overmolded? I’m looking for something high quality I’ll consider responsive metal also ---
**Author:** ![zxin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/zxin/32/649326_2.png) [@zxin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/zxin)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:33am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/2 "2026-07-16T01:33:54Z")
What kind of responsive yoyo? Fixed axle, looping, etc. ---
**Author:** ![Bznalcapone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bznalcapone/32/691806_2.png) [@Bznalcapone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bznalcapone)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/3 "2026-07-16T01:38:54Z")
I was just looking for something to do string tricks kind of like an unresponsive I feel like because I don’t have or responsive? I’m missing out on like the basics other tricks ---
**Author:** ![SlowThrow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slowthrow/32/307451_2.png) [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/4 "2026-07-16T01:52:23Z")
My go-to higher end responsives are plasm, Deepest state, and turbo confusion ---
**Author:** ![smittylube](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ed655f/32.png) [@smittylube](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/smittylube)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:19am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/5 "2026-07-16T02:19:59Z")
How about thick oil in the bearing? ---
**Author:** ![Shirtpants](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/shirtpants/32/662788_2.png) [@Shirtpants](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shirtpants)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:21am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/6 "2026-07-16T02:21:23Z")
Origen is really good and also really affordable. Deepest state with greasebucket bearing is worry free zero maintenance awesomeness, though. ---
**Author:** ![Exmime](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/exmime/32/40143_2.png) [@Exmime](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Exmime)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:45am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/7 "2026-07-16T02:45:14Z")
> [@Bznalcapone](#): > > responsive yo-yo Just put a lubed 1/2 Spec C in your Sage (aka rebranded YYF Arrow) > **[YoYoFactory Bearings](https://yoyoexpert.com/products/yyf-yoyo-bearing?variant=42515858161854)** > > These are replacement bearings for your YoYoFactory yo-yos.The Small Spec Bearing is a high quality Size A (5x10x4 mm) stainless steel bearing yo-yo for small bearing compatible yo-yos.The Large Spec Bearing is a Size C (.250 x .500 x .187) and fits... > **[Arrow](https://yoyoexpert.com/products/arrow-yoyo-by-yoyofactory)** > > With the sights set on the future of yoyo, YoYoFactory is creating the next generation of beginner yo-yos! This is the Arrow! The Arrow will form the foundation of the new YoYoFactory beginner line of affordable high performance yo-yos. It's light... ---
**Author:** ![Tempura](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/tempura/32/246135_2.png) [@Tempura](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Tempura)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:48am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/8 "2026-07-16T02:48:00Z")
Are half spec bearings called half specs because they’re half of the size C specification or because they’re half of a YYF Spec bearing ---
**Author:** ![Exmime](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/exmime/32/40143_2.png) [@Exmime](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Exmime)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:54am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/9 "2026-07-16T02:54:03Z")
SPEC Half Bearing (Narrow) - .125 x .500 x .187 in It’s not totally 1/2 the width. They are aka Slim Bearings. The whole ABCD bearing names are a Yo-Yo thing so I’ve been told. ---
**Author:** ![Exmime](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/exmime/32/40143_2.png) [@Exmime](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Exmime)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/10 "2026-07-16T02:56:26Z")
Whips come with a 1/2 Spec, and they are cheaper > **[Whip](https://yoyoexpert.com/products/yyf-whip-yoyo)** > > The YoYoFactory Whip fuses modern performance with classic responsive play. It comes fitted with a slim bearing and silicone pad response for tight binds, consistent throws, and long spins. It has a comfortable shape, a textured grinding surface, and... ---
**Author:** ![Ironical\_Monocle1](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/ironical_monocle1/32/244603_2.png) [@Ironical\_Monocle1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ironical_Monocle1)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 3:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/11 "2026-07-16T03:13:06Z")
Perhaps a Duncan FH1? ---
**Author:** ![Bznalcapone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bznalcapone/32/691806_2.png) [@Bznalcapone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bznalcapone)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 3:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/12 "2026-07-16T03:24:15Z")
I came across this seems interesting. > **[The Tempest - POM Yoyo — Alchemik Yoyos](https://www.alchemikyoyos.com/shop/p/the-tempest)** > > Discover the Alchemik Tempest, a precision-machined POM yo-yo featuring the proven Tyrant profile, responsive C-bearing, and smooth, durable performance. ---
**Author:** ![SlowThrow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slowthrow/32/307451_2.png) [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/13 "2026-07-16T13:03:51Z")
I also just saw that and it looks sickk. I will say that one thing I like in a responsive is high walls so I can do 0a stalls and flips and stuff. They are VERY fun ---
**Author:** ![Bznalcapone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bznalcapone/32/691806_2.png) [@Bznalcapone](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bznalcapone)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:20pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/14 "2026-07-16T13:20:03Z")
I know longer have the sage. I gave it away to someone who wanted to get into yoyo. I’m also looking for a higher quality plastic yoyo to be honest I don’t like these molded plastics and would like other a metal responsive or a cnc ---
**Author:** ![Flapjack](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/flapjack/32/698167_2.png) [@Flapjack](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Flapjack)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/15 "2026-07-16T13:40:37Z")
> **[Freehand One - Plastic FH1](https://yoyoexpert.com/products/freehand-one-yoyo-by-duncan-toys)** > > In 2001 the original Duncan Freehand was launched and with it came a change in the world of yoyos. Duncan had tapped into something unique. Although the why was not fully understood, everybody recognized it: the Freehand was special. In addition to... ---
**Author:** ![Exmime](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/exmime/32/40143_2.png) [@Exmime](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Exmime)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/16 "2026-07-16T13:45:02Z")
Get a Deep State or Deepest State. Turbo Confusion can be found cheap, which is one of my personal favorites. Turbo Grind Machine is also good. Machined plastic like Doc Pops PLTS I think could be found on his site. > **[Turbo Grind Machine](https://yoyoexpert.com/products/turbo-grind-machine-yoyo-by-yoyofactory?variant=42781253828798)** > > Way back when YoYoFactory first started setting world records, redefining contest yo-yos and the tricks that could be done on them they had an idea. Pads below the surface, to generate spin and response... on bearing yo-yos.It was novel, it was cool... ---
**Author:** ![Overtinkering](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/overtinkering/32/663225_2.png) [@Overtinkering](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Overtinkering)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 2:11pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/17 "2026-07-16T14:11:39Z")
> **[Klassm](https://www.layerinfinity.com/product/klassm)** > > Klassm is a hybrid bi-plastic modern responsive return top. The body is made of machined polycarbonate, and the caps are 3D printed with PLA. Klassm is the result of combining two of Layer Infinity's iconic responsive return tops: Kasm and Classic.... I would like to suggest this one, it’s a fantastic throw with the ability to lock the bearing and go fixed. Its been my daily player since release ---
**Author:** ![Simyo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/858c86/32.png) [@Simyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Simyo)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 6:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/18 "2026-07-16T18:24:42Z")
I’ll throw myself in the mix, my starfire has twist adjustable gap for responsive or unresponsive play. [Timcor Starfire](https://timcorproductions.bigcartel.com/product/plastic-starfire-fr) ---
**Author:** ![kevinm](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/kevinm/32/697_2.png) [@kevinm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kevinm)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/19 "2026-07-16T18:32:57Z")
Just send Andre a blank check, YYE will set you up. ---
**Author:** ![Yoyoredneck](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoredneck/32/668939_2.png) [@Yoyoredneck](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyoredneck)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 9:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119/20 "2026-07-16T21:48:02Z")
Get one. They’re sick. [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-responsive/449119.md?page=2)