# One Drop Yo-Yos Gradient
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441
**Category:** General Yo-Yo
**Created:** [May 22, 2014, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441 "2014-05-22T19:53:00Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
**Page:** 1
### Author:  [@paul\_dang](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/paul_dang)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/1 "2014-05-22T19:53:00Z")
The Gradient.
We initially approached team player Graeme Steller with the idea of making him a signature yo-yo at the beginning of 2014. Graeme, deep in his second semester of college, politely declined because he wanted to wait until he could give the design process his full attention. After finishing final exams, he immediately flew out to the One Drop Factory in Eugene, ready to begin working on the yo-yo with three goals in mind: exceptional competition-ready play, great looks, and affordability.
Graeme wanted his signature yo-yo to be inspired by different elements from some of his favorite throws, and then melded together into a unique design that could handle anything he could throw at it. After a long design session, the Gradient was created.
The Cascade type weight distribution promotes maneuverability, and the bigger size promotes stability allowing the Gradient to ride the line between those two forces while still being speedy. It features a large, open concave catch zone to facilitate horizontal play. Graeme decided to add a single “Projection Profile” groove to accent this wide catch zone, adding a unique aesthetic touch. Side Effects are the axle system of choice, and the Gradient ships with spikes.
Despite the complex design of the Gradient, Graeme wanted us to achieve a low retail price point, making it accessible to as many players as possible. We succeeded and are able to offer the Gradient as our lowest priced signature yo-yo to date with solid colors starting at $79.00.
Graeme “yellow pants” Steller joined the One Drop players team way back in 2010 as a teenager. Since then, we have had the pleasure of watching him bloom into a wonderful young man and an amazing yo-yoer who we are proud to have out there representing One Drop. The name “Gradient” represents the transitions we have seen Graeme go through as a person and a player. The spirit of change and growth can be seen in the Gradient itself as an evolution in yo-yo design.
Specs:
Base Weight: 63.32 grams
Shipping Weight: 66.3 grams (with aluminium Spike Side Effects)
Width: 44.35 mm
Diameter: 56.25 mm
Stock Response: Flow Groove
Gap Width: 4.35 mm
Bearing Size: Large (C) stainless steel (One Drop 10 Ball Bearing)
Finish: Pyramatte ™
Axle System: Side Effects™
Release Date August 13th, 2014.
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### Author:  [@Chimera](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Chimera)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 8:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/2 "2014-05-22T20:04:30Z")
Paul, what are the chances of you having a prototype to try at NER?
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### Author:  [@paul\_dang](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/paul_dang)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 8:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/3 "2014-05-22T20:05:18Z")
> [@Chimera](#):
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> Paul, what are the chances of you having a prototype to try at NER?
Seeing that Graeme is from the North East, chances are very high!
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### Author:  [@Chimera](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Chimera)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 8:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/4 "2014-05-22T20:12:23Z")
> [@paul\_dang](#):
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> Seeing that Graeme is from the North East, chances are very high!
As a fellow Grahame (yes I know different spelling) I will claim this signature as my own :wink:
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### Author:  [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 8:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/5 "2014-05-22T20:13:54Z")
Ommggggg I’m getting this! I’ve been waiting for like 2 years for. Graeme to get a sig so I could buy one lol.
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### Author:  [@CaliBuddha](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/CaliBuddha)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 8:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/6 "2014-05-22T20:26:06Z")
It looks great! What’s the name?
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### Author:  [@Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 9:00pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/7 "2014-05-22T21:00:31Z")
The Steller.
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### Author:  [@DrAwesome](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DrAwesome)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 9:31pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/8 "2014-05-22T21:31:36Z")
The cracker. Cause like Graham Crackers. Yeah I’m not funny.
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### Author:  [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 9:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/9 "2014-05-22T21:40:13Z")
> [@Yoyo](#):
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> The Steller.
Lol that is the one thing he doesn’t want it called.
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### Author:  [@Jgarcia05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jgarcia05)
#### Post date: [May 22, 2014, 9:46pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/10 "2014-05-22T21:46:34Z")
looks like a promising throw. can’t wait to hear from others to see how it plays! guys, please post if you get a chance to play this throw for those of us interested in it please!
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### Author:  [@kulazndoode](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kulazndoode)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 3:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/11 "2014-05-23T03:02:15Z")
_throws money at your door_
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### Author:  [@kulazndoode](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kulazndoode)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 3:05am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/12 "2014-05-23T03:05:10Z")
The G
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### Author:  [@Nemyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nemyo)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 3:26pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/13 "2014-05-23T15:26:06Z")
> [@kulazndoode](#):
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> The G
Too similar to the Super G imo.
Graeme and the guys at onedrop probably have a perfect name for it.
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### Author:  [@Palli](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Palli)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 3:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/14 "2014-05-23T15:43:06Z")
the geese steller.
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### Author:  [@The\_Machinist](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/The_Machinist)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 4:51pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/15 "2014-05-23T16:51:42Z")
> **[Marlon Brando Hey Stella مارلون براندو](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7a1TxVV4Bg?t=5s)**
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> Marlon Brando Hey Stella A Streetcar Named Desire مارلون براندو في مشهد من فيلم ( عربة اسمها الرغبة )
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### Author:  [@dirty\_birdy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dirty_birdy)
#### Post date: [May 23, 2014, 5:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/16 "2014-05-23T17:27:12Z")
> [@The Machinist](#):
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> [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7a1TxVV4Bg?t=5s](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7a1TxVV4Bg?t=5s)
Two thumbs up to The Machinist!
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### Author:  [@paul\_dang](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/paul_dang)
#### Post date: [June 17, 2014, 11:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/17 "2014-06-17T23:22:06Z")
We are proud to announce the signature yo-yo of team member Graeme Steller.
The Gradient.
More details to come.
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### Author:  [@basepi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/basepi)
#### Post date: [June 17, 2014, 11:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/18 "2014-06-17T23:28:28Z")
> [@paul\_dang](#):
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> [https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/14261178817\_76cdbf5efa\_z.jpg](https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/14261178817_76cdbf5efa_z.jpg)
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> We are proud to announce the signature yo-yo of team member Graeme Steller.
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> The Gradient.
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> More details to come.
Oh wow, very cool! Looking forward to hearing how it plays!
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### Author:  [@HaOn1313](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/HaOn1313)
#### Post date: [June 17, 2014, 11:30pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/19 "2014-06-17T23:30:45Z")
That ladies and gents is a purty yoyo! XD
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### Author:  [@Yoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yoyo)
#### Post date: [June 18, 2014, 12:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/one-drop-yo-yos-gradient/66441/20 "2014-06-18T00:29:21Z")
Please soda blast the nickel version.
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