# New obsession unlocked! **URL:** \ **Category:** Spin Tops\ **Created:** [April 20, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240 "2026-04-20T09:53:41Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![genji](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/genji/32/1027_2.png) [@genji](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/genji)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/1 "2026-04-20T09:53:41Z")
Hi everyone! I’ve been throwing Yoyo’s for 20 years or so off and on and I also got into Kendama’s a bit after the pandemic, but I’ve just recently became interested in spin tops and I am having a blast so far! I even have the marks on my fridge and ceiling to prove it! I can do boomerang, merry go round and I’m working on cork screw currently. I need to figure out what to learn next, so if anyone has any suggestions, please feel free to chime in. This is my collection after about 2 and a half weeks into the hobby. I’ve also got a couple of Rosalinda’s coming as well, along with a 3D printed spin top from @TryCatchThrow The Giulia is my favorite so far! ![IMG_4089](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/e/4/e/e4e546e0a14538f56fcfa466cc8dc614de9b34c8.jpeg) ---
**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:** [April 20, 2026, 10:42am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/2 "2026-04-20T10:42:41Z")
My suggestion is to watch these guys on YouTube and instagram and just try what you think looks interesting. Some tricks include elements you can pick up even if you can’t nail the entire trick. Nice collection you have started there! > [@Excellent Spin Top Tutorial sources with links to YouTube channels](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/excellent-spin-top-tutorial-sources-with-links-to-youtube-channels/399307): > > These 5 YouTube channels have great tutorials from spin top basics to advanced tricks. The first two are young players that go into great detail and the information on them has helped me a whole lot. It is worth the time to watch and listen if you need more explanation on tricks than the shorter trick tutorials give. 1)YahirOrtega [[Tutorial Del Truco De La Lazada Pasó A paso Hazlo Correctamente Trucos De Trompos] ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9VN0q39zkM) 2) Fernandokendo [[COMO HACER "EL TELEFÉRICO" mountain_cableway (Truco de Tr…](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tktioZNffAs) ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 1:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/3 "2026-04-20T13:49:56Z")
Since you have the best tops for wire walking tricks, I’d say those should be the next tricks. Very impressive and fun to do. Wire walker Wire Walker 2 El Raton Loco Cable Car Grand Prix Etc… ---
**Author:** ![genji](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/genji/32/1027_2.png) [@genji](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/genji)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 3:48pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/4 "2026-04-20T15:48:31Z")
Thanks for those links, very helpful! ---
**Author:** ![genji](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/genji/32/1027_2.png) [@genji](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/genji)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/5 "2026-04-20T15:49:01Z")
Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll look those tricks up. ---
**Author:** ![kaozmachine](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/kaozmachine/32/648040_2.png) [@kaozmachine](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kaozmachine)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 5:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/6 "2026-04-20T17:17:47Z")
What’s a good top you recommend to buy new right now? Is there a brand that makes high quality tops at low prices for me to try? ---
**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:** [April 20, 2026, 5:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/7 "2026-04-20T17:54:58Z")
Spin tops are offered in some wide extremes, if you don’t know how to throw, I’d suggest the YYF tops available here. I don’t play bearing tops, but the YYF bearing top is ok for the money, the fixed tip is actually pretty cool, of course I don’t like the string or the button :joy: ---
**Author:** ![Slestak75](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slestak75/32/212315_2.png) [@Slestak75](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slestak75)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/8 "2026-04-20T18:40:15Z")
Definitely agree with Kevin. If you’re just learning you want a top that can take massive abuse. The Short Circuit is tough as nails, plays great, and it’s very affordable. ---
**Author:** ![tonyevo52](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/tonyevo52/32/666576_2.png) [@tonyevo52](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tonyevo52)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 7:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/9 "2026-04-20T19:23:44Z")
You have a great collection going so far! Rosalinda is pretty cool, just feels super light to me and you definitely can’t go wrong with Keith’s 3D printed ones! ---
**Author:** ![MoxieOpal](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/moxieopal/32/691989_2.png) [@MoxieOpal](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MoxieOpal)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 7:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/10 "2026-04-20T19:33:10Z")
Those top 2 delrin? ---
**Author:** ![tonyevo52](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/tonyevo52/32/666576_2.png) [@tonyevo52](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/tonyevo52)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2026, 7:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/11 "2026-04-20T19:41:01Z")
Yes. Strummol8 Alice! ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2026, 1:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/12 "2026-04-21T01:53:26Z")
YYF short circuit is unbelievable performance for $6. If you can swing it just get the short circuit and the Elektrick. Get the best of both worlds for under $20 ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2026, 1:56am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/13 "2026-04-21T01:56:04Z")
> **[Spin Tops](https://yoyoexpert.com/collections/spin-tops)** ![IMG_1390](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/5/1/2/51206dbf881ff267d65d0f0a27f17a36ae41465e.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2026, 1:58am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/14 "2026-04-21T01:58:30Z")
If you need any help, just let me know. I might already have videos or can always film more ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2026, 5:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/15 "2026-04-21T05:23:51Z")
Nobody asked but wire walking tricks are just too much fun… So here’s a couple! lol … ---
**Author:** ![genji](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/genji/32/1027_2.png) [@genji](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/genji)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2026, 7:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/16 "2026-04-21T19:28:51Z")
Yes, they are the Strummol8 Alice and they are fixed tip, but I wouldn’t recommend starting out with them. They are a bit smaller and harder to throw imo. I would personally recommend a bearing spin top when starting out, like a YYF Elec-trick or Spintastics Trompo bearing or similar. The Strummol8’s are amazing as well, but they are not cheap, but they are high quality. ---
**Author:** ![DaneMartin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/danemartin/32/291735_2.png) [@DaneMartin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaneMartin)\ **Post date:** [April 26, 2026, 5:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/17 "2026-04-26T17:49:12Z")
I’m supposed to be cleaning but I had this idea. I’ve actually never tried El Ratón Loco with a big top and it worked. I was so excited lol. … ---
**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:** [April 26, 2026, 6:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/18 "2026-04-26T18:27:38Z")
More of a Wombat Loco. ---
**Author:** ![Slestak75](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/slestak75/32/212315_2.png) [@Slestak75](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slestak75)\ **Post date:** [April 26, 2026, 7:50pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/19 "2026-04-26T19:50:09Z")
I love the fade on the Alice. They look so good. ---
**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:** [April 27, 2026, 3:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240/20 "2026-04-27T15:17:13Z")
For those of you that weren’t dialed in on tops back then, this is why I throw tops. [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/a/9/1/a91a4458dde357c4b7dbee8c3f7db1fa492ce22b.jpeg "Duncan's How To Be A Player Vol 2. (Spintops)") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4CPuAfYZ4M) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-obsession-unlocked/444240.md?page=2)