# Riforgiate Design - Prototype Run **URL:** \ **Category:** Up & Coming Manufacturers\ **Created:** [December 20, 2024, 9:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518 "2024-12-20T09:18:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 7
**Author:** ![megachicken289](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/megachicken289/32/260130_2.png) [@megachicken289](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/megachicken289)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 2:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/122 "2025-04-01T02:10:31Z")
> [@Compiux](#): > > It might be just me Ron Howard: It’s not just you ---
**Author:** ![Lotaxi](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lotaxi/32/597486_2.png) [@Lotaxi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lotaxi)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 7:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/123 "2025-04-01T07:01:35Z")
> [@Compiux](#): > > a booklet with the whole manufacturing proccess you’re sharing here I mean… I could? > [@megachicken289](#): > > It’s not just you Especially if there’s enough interest in that sort of thing… > [@Compiux](#): > > Just as you are writing it here… might not understand 60% of what you’re saying Might be because I’m just kinda scattershotting and going stream of consciousness plus a bit of editing. I could organize things a bit better if I tried. What sort of things would you want to see in a design booklet? Other than the random stuff I’m tossing in here, I wouldn’t know where to start… ---
**Author:** ![Shwa](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/shwa/32/108351_2.png) [@Shwa](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Shwa)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 9:35am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/124 "2025-04-01T09:35:22Z")
I’ve always liked picture books, lol. Probably why I play so much yo-yo. Pictures of the journey with some commentary would go a long way! Found this quite fitting image on the internet. ![IMG_4652](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/e/1/d/e1dad15bb006745e751510a6a30a95b161c46155.jpeg) This one from AI ![IMG_4653](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/c/6/0/c60b16aa247f68031f9396892b16e7b79e24b858.png) ---
**Author:** ![AtomicChessGuy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/atomicchessguy/32/606394_2.png) [@AtomicChessGuy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AtomicChessGuy)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 2:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/125 "2025-04-01T14:04:45Z")
I would be interested. I dunno know maybe walk people through the process of machining a yo-yo including all the tips and tricks you know. ---
**Author:** ![theyoyoarchive](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/theyoyoarchive/32/681004_2.png) [@theyoyoarchive](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/theyoyoarchive)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 2:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/126 "2025-04-01T14:40:12Z")
@Lotaxi - We’ll have to do some collab to get a good writeup on the Archive at the end! ---
**Author:** ![megachicken289](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/megachicken289/32/260130_2.png) [@megachicken289](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/megachicken289)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 4:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/127 "2025-04-01T16:03:00Z")
> [@Lotaxi](#): > > stream of consciousness That’s the best part! ---
**Author:** ![Lotaxi](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lotaxi/32/597486_2.png) [@Lotaxi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lotaxi)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 10:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/128 "2025-04-01T22:28:23Z")
We are currently investigating having the spindle rebuilt. I took this video for the guys who might be fixing us up. [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/f/1/d/f1de3a01df5a116fad3cc04e2056c40bd116c3c3.jpeg "Milltronics ML-14 Lathe - Spindle Taper Runout Test") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDd2viGR5MA) Nothing like standing next to a machine and getting blasted by 92-95dB. Nothing to be super concerned about, everything still works well enough to keep going as-is, but it’s definitely a source of surface defects and likely the remainder of the vibe I see in the stuff I make. Should be a jump in quality, getting this fixed. ---
**Author:** ![bheinz63](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bheinz63/32/137310_2.png) [@bheinz63](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bheinz63)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2025, 11:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/129 "2025-04-01T23:13:49Z")
same here tbh ---
**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:** [April 1, 2025, 11:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/130 "2025-04-01T23:21:42Z")
As a former datacenter tech I feel this on the noise front. You’ve never known noise until you walked into a room and it is like a wall of noise ---
**Author:** ![Lotaxi](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lotaxi/32/597486_2.png) [@Lotaxi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lotaxi)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 12:01am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/131 "2025-04-02T00:01:23Z")
![1000009579](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/9/9/9/999232f414d9c73b9e6fd23a7bc901dafea0dbe3.jpeg) Here’s the volume just inside the housing. ![1000009580](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/d/e/4ded51b0fb05f8005cad598923933c1c77d4d0d1.jpeg) Here’s the volume at the operator’s panel. It got to like 115 when measuring inside the motor housing. These should be AT MOST like 70dB. ---
**Author:** ![bheinz63](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bheinz63/32/137310_2.png) [@bheinz63](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/bheinz63)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 12:02am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/132 "2025-04-02T00:02:00Z")
dude 97 dBA slow is almost a dancefloor lol. i hope you have hearing protection in, 97 dBA slow can cause permanent damage in like 15-20 minutes. ---
**Author:** ![Lotaxi](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lotaxi/32/597486_2.png) [@Lotaxi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lotaxi)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 12:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/133 "2025-04-02T00:03:31Z")
Lol it’s so bad. > [@bheinz63](#): > > hope you have hearing protection in, Earplugs are a requirement for working around the thing. I use good IEM’s so I can listen to music and stuff while I work. They cut out like 30dB I believe. I should get custom fitted tips at some point though. ---
**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:** [April 2, 2025, 1:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/134 "2025-04-02T01:32:42Z")
Yeah i worked in a datacenter that was so heavily populated with equipment and all of it was so hot and the cooling was set to bare minimum so fans where always maxed out. Usually db hovered around 96 between the racks. I often wouldn’t wear ear protection and I have hearing damage because of that. It was also often 98 degrees f on the hot isle and 58 on the cold side. Fun stuff. Don’t ruin your hearing for a job. It’s not worth it ---
**Author:** ![Retro-Yo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/retro-yo/32/595409_2.png) [@Retro-Yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Retro-Yo)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 2:14am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/135 "2025-04-02T02:14:45Z")
This project is turning into a journey for the consumer… so cool. ---
**Author:** ![Lotaxi](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/lotaxi/32/597486_2.png) [@Lotaxi](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lotaxi)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 2:39am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/136 "2025-04-02T02:39:03Z")
> [@Retro-Yo](#): > > journey for the consumer I just hope it doesn’t start feeling like I’m taking you on a trip… **Reeeeeeeally** wanna avoid that at all costs lol It’s just seemed like people are interested in the learning bit ---
**Author:** ![Retro-Yo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/retro-yo/32/595409_2.png) [@Retro-Yo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Retro-Yo)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 2:53am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/137 "2025-04-02T02:53:12Z")
I wouldn’t worry about that, nothing seems to move fast in YoYo. Most, if not all of us, are accustomed to pre-orders and waiting for drop days. These are some of the best updates I have seen for any throw. This throw is also unique, BPT… Titanium… it is a throw worth the wait. Plus you’re just getting started and that generally comes with a few difficulties. ---
**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:** [April 2, 2025, 4:08am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/138 "2025-04-02T04:08:21Z")
Over communication is always better than none ---
**Author:** ![megachicken289](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/megachicken289/32/260130_2.png) [@megachicken289](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/megachicken289)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 3:13pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/139 "2025-04-02T15:13:14Z")
> [@Retro-Yo](#): > > nothing seems to move fast in YoYo. Most, if not all of us, are accustomed to pre-orders and waiting for drop days > [@Captrogers](#): > > Over communication is always better than none Just re-iterating both points because I think they are important. To add my own spin, not only are we getting regular communication, but it’s not just: > hit a snag. will let you know `9 months later` > fixed the snag, 6 months ago. hit another one 1 month ago. will keep you up to date Nothing gives me more joy than to see how things are made (Except watching that show. Didn’t care for it for some reason). This throw has better communication than most pronounced companies on Kickstarter. ---
**Author:** ![kksimon](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/kksimon/32/46108_2.png) [@kksimon](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kksimon)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2025, 3:24pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/140 "2025-04-02T15:24:08Z")
Personally, I really appreciate all the details! ---
**Author:** ![Compiux](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/compiux/32/145767_2.png) [@Compiux](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Compiux)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2025, 4:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518/141 "2025-04-03T16:12:49Z")
To be honest. I like how you’re putting it here. It feels natural, as if you were talking with us in person. A diferent format might make it cold and impersonal… and probably tedious for you, “Oh, I have to follow this format and that convention” What would I like to see? More photos haha, even if theyre non-yoyo related but that serve as samples of the proccesses that our yoyos go through. But that’s me. Share anything you can as long as it’s not a hassle 🙂 And if you make the booklet, you have to sign it 😛 haha [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518.md?page=6) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/riforgiate-design-prototype-run/415518.md?page=8)