# New release from MK! The UMBRA! 1/17 @ 8PM EST **URL:** \ **Category:** YoYoExpert Releases and Restocks\ **Created:** [January 16, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739 "2020-01-16T20:27:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![YoYoExpertGarrett](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyoexpertgarrett/32/1543_2.png) [@YoYoExpertGarrett](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpertGarrett)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/1 "2020-01-16T20:27:23Z")
**From @MarkD :**"This design owes a lot to the earlier “cubic” and ultra wide yoyos that paved the way - including the CLASHcube, Superwide, Atlas, Qubit, and 543. ![Umbra-BlueFade-1_1024x1024](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/e/e/4ee226ab443d01cbc5650b9a5e4ed32422d6d7d1.jpeg) ![Umbra-BlueFade-2_1024x1024](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/8/f/6/8f6d3df3673f1bbc806d1251b9691e2efa8a0750.jpeg) I started working on this design in 2018 just after designing the Diffraction v1. There’s an allure to certain numbers and patterns that draw me in, and the concept of a cubic yo-yo (whose diameter and width were the same) was something that became a small obsession in the following months. I refined the profile very slowly, and finally with a yo-yo team to get feedback from, we settled on a final hub design and weight (61-62g!) and put it to the test with a set of prototypes. They were a joy to play with, and we’re excited to see how everyone likes the final version." ![Umbra-Extra2_1024x1024](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/9/4/3/943d0ec99292449f6dd544d43d86879144de47a1.jpeg) The lightweight design of the Umbra gives is a bouncy maneuverable feel in play and the extra wide profile will help land your most difficult tricks with ease! ![Umbra-Extra1_1024x1024](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/c/1/6/c16255ef24444381f057d0d8ebd82041048c775a.jpeg) # Releases Friday 1/17 @ 8PM EST. > **[YoYoExpert - Yo-Yo Store - Buy & Shop Modern Yo-Yos!](https://yoyoexpert.com/)** > > At YoYoExpert we deliver the best yoyo shopping experience and an amazing selection you can't find anywhere else. Shop YoYoFactory, Duncan, Yomega & many more! ---
**Author:** ![MoonageMin](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/moonagemin/32/67731_2.png) [@MoonageMin](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MoonageMin)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2020, 8:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/2 "2020-01-16T20:32:31Z")
so much hype!!! :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: :fire: 🌟 ---
**Author:** ![Legs09](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legs09/32/72548_2.png) [@Legs09](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legs09)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2020, 8:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/3 "2020-01-16T20:34:04Z")
Guys get one it’s so good ---
**Author:** ![middnght](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/middnght/32/663400_2.png) [@middnght](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/middnght)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/4 "2020-01-17T01:38:07Z")
It’s one of the best yo-yos of all time. You need one. ---
**Author:** ![PCaliyoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/pcaliyoyos/32/108396_2.png) [@PCaliyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/PCaliyoyos)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 2:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/5 "2020-01-17T02:17:20Z")
time to start saving! 💰💰 ---
**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:** [January 17, 2020, 2:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/6 "2020-01-17T02:18:08Z")
> [@middnght](#): > > It’s one of the best yo-yos of all time. You need one. Strong statement! ---
**Author:** ![Damb](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/damb/32/44045_2.png) [@Damb](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Damb)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 4:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/7 "2020-01-17T04:27:06Z")
@MarkD any chance you have some raws sitting around? 🕶 ---
**Author:** ![yoyodoc](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yoyodoc/32/48820_2.png) [@yoyodoc](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yoyodoc)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 5:59am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/8 "2020-01-17T05:59:41Z")
That sure looks like a Winner. Great looking design. Great looking colorway. And Great price point. I am so use to buying yoyos that should be purchased using monthly payments😳. That to see a yo-yo with a full purchase price of a monthly payment is very refreshing. I bought one of the first Absurdity yoyos. It is exceptional. I think it needs a friend. A Pink Fade Umbra looks like a superb choice. 😊 ---
**Author:** ![MarkD](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/markd/32/40845_2.png) [@MarkD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MarkD)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 9:37am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/9 "2020-01-17T09:37:35Z")
All the raw protos are with team members or were sold months ago. So they’re around but not really available. ---
**Author:** ![stevejspins](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/c77e96/32.png) [@stevejspins](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/stevejspins)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 3:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/10 "2020-01-17T15:53:55Z")
Looks like the Qubit on steroids. ---
**Author:** ![Legit\_yoyostrings](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legit_yoyostrings/32/136873_2.png) [@Legit\_yoyostrings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legit_yoyostrings)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/11 "2020-01-17T17:42:59Z")
can’t wait to try this thing out when i go to a contest ---
**Author:** ![middnght](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/middnght/32/663400_2.png) [@middnght](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/middnght)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/12 "2020-01-17T22:23:41Z")
Why wait when you can get one now? You’re going to end up buying one after you try it if there are any left to buy. 👀 ![IMG_1214](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/a/b/9/ab95e1367db6cfa06ce51cb10a602f1469f3ef1f.jpeg) > **[MK1 YoYos](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/mk1-yoyos?_pos=1&_sid=8afc64bfc&_ss=r)** ---
**Author:** ![middnght](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/middnght/32/663400_2.png) [@middnght](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/middnght)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2020, 10:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/13 "2020-01-17T22:24:47Z")
It’s light like the Qubit but also completely different. I have both and could not let either leave my collection. ---
**Author:** ![Durfee](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/durfee/32/593280_2.png) [@Durfee](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Durfee)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 1:23am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/14 "2020-01-18T01:23:57Z")
Bought one ---
**Author:** ![chaosgow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/chaosgow/32/61394_2.png) [@chaosgow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/chaosgow)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 2:30am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/15 "2020-01-18T02:30:42Z")
Incredible yoyo. A few people have said it’s a lot like the 543, and I can tell you from plenty of experience with both, that’s only skin deep. Umbra isn’t as competition focused which is nice for a wide yoyo. It performs well for its weight class but it just feels oh so good. Oh. So. Good. You should definitely buy one. ---
**Author:** ![bobafret](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bobafret/32/260814_2.png) [@bobafret](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bobafret)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 2:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/16 "2020-01-18T02:41:17Z")
You guys talked me into it… ---
**Author:** ![Jedillama](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jedillama/32/45547_2.png) [@Jedillama](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jedillama)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 5:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/17 "2020-01-18T05:08:30Z")
Glad you brought this up. I had to pull out my 543 when I saw this thread. I really dig the 543 so maybe I’ll give this a go. ---
**Author:** ![MarkD](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/markd/32/40845_2.png) [@MarkD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MarkD)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 2:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/18 "2020-01-18T14:12:06Z")
Thank you Jordan. You’re too kind. 🥰 ---
**Author:** ![Goog](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/goog/32/75607_2.png) [@Goog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Goog)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/19 "2020-01-18T17:41:50Z")
Mark makes good yoyos and this holds true for the Umbra. Some pretty colors on this thing. ---
**Author:** ![MarkD](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/markd/32/40845_2.png) [@MarkD](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MarkD)\ **Post date:** [January 18, 2020, 9:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-release-from-mk-the-umbra-1-17-8pm-est/313739/20 "2020-01-18T21:13:39Z")
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