# New to YoYo-ing **URL:** \ **Category:** General Yo-Yo\ **Created:** [November 20, 2013, 4:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378 "2013-11-20T16:13:40Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![DrAwesome](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/drawesome/32/1139_2.png) [@DrAwesome](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DrAwesome)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2013, 3:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/22 "2013-11-26T15:56:24Z")
> [@Studio42](#): > > Get a Classic: > [YoYoJam – YoYoExpert](http://shop.yoyoexpert.com/product/759/YYJ-Classic) > (The Pink Cancer one includes the wider bearing, but not upgrade pads) > THEN, get this, the Classic Upgrade kit: > [YoYoFactory Upgrade Kit – YoYoExpert](http://shop.yoyoexpert.com/product/1074/YoYoJam-Classic-Upgrade-Kit) > > Right around $20 and everything you want to get started. > > I’m not basing this strictly on price and trying to be a budget-friendly solution. I honestly dig this combination a lot and find myself playing this $10 yoyo a LOT lately. > > Another all-in one solution(stock with better pads and includes both bearings) would be: > YoYoJam Legacy II or Legacy III(I think) and the YoYoJam Chaser. > > I strongly recommend starting responsive. These yoyos grow with you with the least amount of effort. don’t forget string. I highly recommend you buy this stuff and some string. Just normal 100 percent poly will do just fine. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2024, 6:02pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/23 "2024-12-15T18:02:15Z")
Variant or asent ---
**Author:** ![hooty7734](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/hooty7734/32/348981_2.png) [@hooty7734](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hooty7734)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2024, 6:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/24 "2024-12-15T18:46:58Z")
Are you set on an offset yoyo? What do you want from it? ---
**Author:** ![mikeydoe](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/mikeydoe/32/301589_2.png) [@mikeydoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mikeydoe)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2024, 8:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/25 "2024-12-15T20:12:31Z")
11 years later LOL Shortcut gets my vote. ---
**Author:** ![Captrogers](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/captrogers/32/647012_2.png) [@Captrogers](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Captrogers)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 1:51am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/26 "2024-12-16T01:51:53Z")
Nah obviously we need a yoyo jam classic. Modern day we want a recess first base. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 12:55am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/27 "2024-12-17T00:55:26Z")
No there’s a great amount of yoyos to buy and so many cites to do it I currently have a magic yo-yo k2 crystal ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 1:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/28 "2024-12-17T01:00:51Z")
Also maybe if they want metal a Duncan road runner ---
**Author:** ![hooty7734](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/hooty7734/32/348981_2.png) [@hooty7734](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hooty7734)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 1:31am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/29 "2024-12-17T01:31:49Z")
Snag one of these and make it a good surprise > [@YoYoExpert Exclusive Mystery BAG! - Available TONIGHT! 12/16 - 8pm ET!](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yoyoexpert-exclusive-mystery-bag-available-tonight-12-16-8pm-et/415329): > > [[Mystery-Bag-Home-Page-Slider]](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/yoyoexpert-mystery-bag-winter-2024) Who doesn’t love a good mystery?! Get ready, because YoYoExpert has something special for you—the [YoYoExpert Mystery Bag](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/yoyoexpert-mystery-bag-winter-2024)! Packed with excitement and unbeatable value, these bags deliver incredible deals on top-notch yo-yos. Here’s the breakdown: [RED Bag](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/yoyoexpert-mystery-bag-winter-2024) - $45: Valued at $75-$90! Includes at least two yo-yos, with one guaranteed to be metal—plus, you might even score some bonus extras! [GOLD Bag](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/new-releases/products/yoyoexpert-mystery-bag-winter-2024) - $90: Valued at $150-$175! Includes at least two yo-yos, with one … ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 1:32pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/30 "2024-12-17T13:32:54Z")
I don’t have that much money and I just started yo-yoing and I only know a couple of tricks but mabye once I get more money. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 1:36pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/31 "2024-12-17T13:36:42Z")
Oh yeah and what is your first and favorite yo-yo and any recommendations within 50$ ---
**Author:** ![hooty7734](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/hooty7734/32/348981_2.png) [@hooty7734](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hooty7734)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 1:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/32 "2024-12-17T13:41:50Z")
That red bag is 45 bucks and comes with two yoyos one guaranteed to be metal. My favorites are out of that range tbh. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 10:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/33 "2024-12-17T22:07:47Z")
Continuing the discussion from [New to YoYo-ing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/32): Ok just say your favorite than ---
**Author:** ![hooty7734](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/hooty7734/32/348981_2.png) [@hooty7734](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/hooty7734)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 10:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/34 "2024-12-17T22:10:51Z")
That’s hard to choose but right now I’d say my favorite is the A-RT Quail, haven’t tried a Sparrow though. I really enjoy the play of the minis with an A or D size bearing. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 10:37pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/35 "2024-12-17T22:37:02Z")
Sounds cool but I don’t know what that is because I’m a beginner ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 10:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/36 "2024-12-17T22:38:43Z")
I’ve just been yo-yoing in school a lot with my friends ---
**Author:** ![SmashYoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/smashyoyos/32/271121_2.png) [@SmashYoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SmashYoyos)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2024, 11:07pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/37 "2024-12-17T23:07:44Z")
If you want sub $50, this is a good bet for you. > **[Ultracut](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/15-to-35-yo-yos-by-price-range/products/ultracut-yo-yo-by-yoyofriends?variant=44688646144190)** > > Introducing the Ultracut by yoyofriends – a yo-yo built for the future of competitive play! Inspired by the evolving demands of modern yo-yoing, the Ultracut was designed to excel in zoning tricks with its optimal 50mm width. Crafted from durable... Also, if you want something to finger spin on its hard to go wrong with the Shooting Star or Speedaholic. I prefer the speedaholic but the shooting star is more bang for the buck for a beginner. > **[SHOOTiNG STAR](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/15-to-35-yo-yos-by-price-range/products/shooting-star-yoyo-by-iyoyo?variant=43114771185854)** > > This new model from iYoYo is based off of their popular iCEBERG design - The SHOOTiNG STAR! The SHOOTiNG STAR is a full plastic version of the iCEBERG. It has the same stepped h-shape profile you know and love from the iCEBERG with a completely... ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2024, 1:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/38 "2024-12-18T01:10:48Z")
Thanks ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 30, 2024, 3:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/39 "2024-12-30T15:49:39Z")
Continuing the discussion from [New to YoYo-ing](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/37): I ordered the ultra cut but I need to know what size the bearing and response pads are I know there will be that stuff with the yo-yo but I need to know where to buy new stuff if I have to. ---
**Author:** ![Sven](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/sven/32/604919_2.png) [@Sven](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Sven)\ **Post date:** [December 30, 2024, 3:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/40 "2024-12-30T15:52:49Z")
Most important: Yellow string plays best. 🙃 Everything else is optional. ---
**Author:** ![Yokid2014](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/3ab097/32.png) [@Yokid2014](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yokid2014)\ **Post date:** [December 30, 2024, 3:54pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/new-to-yoyo-ing/61378/41 "2024-12-30T15:54:07Z")
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