# Review of G-Squared Albatross **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Reviews\ **Created:** [March 17, 2012, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926 "2012-03-17T20:56:53Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![fellavader](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fellavader/32/905_2.png) [@fellavader](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fellavader)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2012, 8:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/1 "2012-03-17T20:56:53Z")
Alright to start out this is my first review so any constructive tips would be helpful thanks. G-Squared Albatross I’ll start with the specs Diameter: 56mm/ 2.20 inches Width: 43.55mm/ 1.71 inches Gap Width: 4.25mm/.17 inches Weight: 64.4 grams Bearing Size: Size C comes with onedrop 10ball bearing Response: Flowable Silicone. Brett has posted that it will take onedrop flow groove pads but there will be a small gap that will not effect play. This yoyo has been in the works for a little while and is the design of Brett Grimes and Jacob Gross from highspeed yoyo. Last names both starting with G thus the G-Squared for the company name. I have been looking forward to this yoyo since in saw the designs up online. When I saw the colors that were coming out I was even more blown away they all look super cool. I got the cool water edition which is sliver and light blue with blue splash. Pictures are at the end of the review. First impression When I opened the box the color was even better then the pictures. The finish is super smooth and great for grinds. First Throw Smooth as silk is all I can say. No vibe and nice long spins. The Flowable silicone was not snaggy at all out of the box. Pros -Feels great in your hand -Smooth finish for grinds -Smooth on the string and grinds -Great colors Cons This part is always tough for me but it was a little lighter then I usually like but I’m getting accustom to the weight. Playability Okay just to let you know what level I’m on. I started throwing in July of 2011 and can do most of the tricks on YYE and some other ones as well. So I throw it for about 6 hours. Played it straight out of the box. Did not change the bearing or string. I usually like Center trac bearing but left in the 10ball. All I can say is it handled everything and I was even able to learn a few new tricks with it today. Plays a little floaty compared to the Code1 I have been playing lately but not super fast. It was easy to control on every trick. This yoyo is on par with anything from onedrop or YYF. A real player. Final Thoughts I would not hesitate to recommend this yoyo to anyone looking for a full sized yoyo that is smooth on the string and fun to play. I might have to get another. Thanks for reading and keep throwing everyone ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/5/e/5/5e558a9cc9d48c2fd7b0521c481d54d0b97990a5.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![G2\_Jake](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/g2_jake/32/446_2.png) [@G2\_Jake](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/G2_Jake)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2012, 9:52pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/2 "2012-03-18T21:52:43Z")
Thanks for posting your thoughts! ---
**Author:** ![GlowDoug](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/glowdoug/32/286_2.png) [@GlowDoug](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GlowDoug)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2012, 10:27pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/3 "2012-03-18T22:27:51Z")
RUN… don’t walk, to buy this yoyo! :wink: ---
**Author:** ![dingo54](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/8baadc/32.png) [@dingo54](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dingo54)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2012, 10:41pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/4 "2012-03-18T22:41:55Z")
First throw,First Impression, FInal thoughts were pretty short. ALso The Overall Playability is like the heart of the review and it seemed a bit undeveloped. It was still a very good first review though. ---
**Author:** ![fellavader](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fellavader/32/905_2.png) [@fellavader](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fellavader)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2012, 11:27am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/5 "2012-03-19T11:27:17Z")
Thanks for the input dingo. I’ll think about those areas for my next review. ---
**Author:** ![turtle](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/turtle/32/1044_2.png) [@turtle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/turtle)\ **Post date:** [March 20, 2012, 8:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/6 "2012-03-20T08:17:15Z")
I’m with you fellavader… I really do enjoy this throw! I have anticipated it since the first video… I love the floaty feel, and that’s a big deal - I usually prefer heavier throws… the shape is pure beauty… it reminds me of a OD 54, which I love for the same reason… as to the shape, I love that more butterfly look and feel, the Albatross has elevated and refined it to a new level… My only wish - the weight… I’m real curious what this puppy might do with a few extra bits of weight on it… which makes me hopeful, and looking forward, to where G2 goes from here… because, let’s face facts - this throw out of the gate is sick! It takes some companies a ton of mess-up, tries, designs and runs to get something special… the guys just went out and hit the biscuit between the pipes! I’m seriously thinking of adding a second to my collection - but I’m trying to find out where the black and pink went… ---
**Author:** ![fellavader](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/fellavader/32/905_2.png) [@fellavader](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/fellavader)\ **Post date:** [March 20, 2012, 9:33am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/7 "2012-03-20T09:33:20Z")
Glad I’m not the only one with these thoughts on this yoyo. I did not hesitate I ordered a second. Got the yoyoexpert edition. ---
**Author:** ![G2\_Jake](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/g2_jake/32/446_2.png) [@G2\_Jake](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/G2_Jake)\ **Post date:** [March 20, 2012, 4:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/8 "2012-03-20T16:06:48Z")
Gonna play some 3a? Everyone that has tried it has loved it from the posts I have seen! ---
**Author:** ![Marcius](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/marcius/32/7929_2.png) [@Marcius](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Marcius)\ **Post date:** [March 23, 2012, 5:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/9 "2012-03-23T17:43:42Z")
Man, now I’m really conflicted. My original plan when I get some money was to buy both the Burnside and the C3 Dark Sonic. When I first saw the Albatross and saw it’s 64.4g weight, I went mehhhhhhhhhhhhh. However, many people started to rave about how smooth it is and now I’m kinda considering dropping the Dark Sonic for the Albatross. Sigh, if only I had an unlimited source of money. Also, good review and nice pictures! _insert thumbs up emoticon_ ---
**Author:** ![rdeleon975](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/aeb1de/32.png) [@rdeleon975](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rdeleon975)\ **Post date:** [March 23, 2012, 5:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/10 "2012-03-23T17:45:42Z")
Its really a purchase you wont regret. I really recommend it ---
**Author:** ![anonyo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/8baadc/32.png) [@anonyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anonyo)\ **Post date:** [March 23, 2012, 5:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/review-of-g-squared-albatross/35926/11 "2012-03-23T17:58:17Z")
Right now, I’m working on new tricks, so my DM2 is still my go-to. At the moment, when I want a break, its break out the Albatross. Last week, it was the DiBase. I have a feeling the Albatross will be in heavy rotation for a while. I have new purchases planned and some just happened, but even so, the Albatross is everything I am looking for. I was worried about the weight, but they compensated with design and distribution. It’s up there with the CLYW’s and One Drops. This is a very impressive first effort that has the maturity of a seasoned product with the freshness of new design and enough risk to make it different and unique. Well worth the money!