# The 2016 One Drop Benchmark Series!
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-2016-one-drop-benchmark-series/81291
**Category:** YoYoExpert Releases and Restocks
**Created:** [July 21, 2016, 7:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-2016-one-drop-benchmark-series/81291 "2016-07-21T19:38:39Z")
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### Author:  [@YoYoExpert](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/YoYoExpert)
#### Post date: [July 21, 2016, 7:38pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-2016-one-drop-benchmark-series/81291/1 "2016-07-21T19:38:39Z")
The original conception of the One Drop Benchmark series had a few different goals: Document on-going trends in yo-yo shapes, explore multiple different yo-yo shapes with the same specs, and provide high quality Side Effect yo-yos at a great price. The 2016 Benchmark Series is the 3rd edition of the Benchmark line and we think it’s the best one yet!
One Drop kept the same 4 basic shapes (W, H, O, & V) from the previous Benchmark releases in order to refine and improve on the shapes already set in place. Starting at $58, the 2016 Benchmark Series is a great way for any player to join the Side Effect fun!
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H-SHAPE:
[http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-h-shape.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-h-shape.png) [http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-h-shape-1.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-h-shape-1.png)
It’s beefy rims give it the most changed profile of the series. Most stable of the series with long spin times and a profile that snuggles right into your hand.
> **[One Drop Yo-Yos](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/one-drop-yoyos)**
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> We design and build the world's finest yo-yos in our workshop in Eugene, Oregon, USA.That's right. In a world full of outsourcing, we are 100% committed our maker roots. It is no doubt the more challenging way to go and for sure a path less traveled....
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V-SHAPE:
[http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-v-shape.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-v-shape.png) [http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-v-shape-1.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-v-shape-1.png)
It handles speed well and with addition of the inner ridge near the response the catch zone is deceptively wide.
> **[One Drop Yo-Yos](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/one-drop-yoyos)**
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> We design and build the world's finest yo-yos in our workshop in Eugene, Oregon, USA.That's right. In a world full of outsourcing, we are 100% committed our maker roots. It is no doubt the more challenging way to go and for sure a path less traveled....
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W-SHAPE:
[http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-w-shape.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-w-shape.png) [http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-w-shape-1.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-w-shape-1.png)
Competition inspired wing shape. Great mix of speed and stability with a wide catch zone that is very confidence inspiring.
> **[One Drop Yo-Yos](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/one-drop-yoyos)**
>
> We design and build the world's finest yo-yos in our workshop in Eugene, Oregon, USA.That's right. In a world full of outsourcing, we are 100% committed our maker roots. It is no doubt the more challenging way to go and for sure a path less traveled....
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O-SHAPE:
[http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-o-shape.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-o-shape.png) [http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-o-shape-1.png](http://yoyoexpert.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Ione-drop-benchmark-o-shape-1.png)
Classic smooth organic soul. For lovers of that old school rounded feel with all the modern performance benefits.
> **[One Drop Yo-Yos](https://shop.yoyoexpert.com/collections/one-drop-yoyos)**
>
> We design and build the world's finest yo-yos in our workshop in Eugene, Oregon, USA.That's right. In a world full of outsourcing, we are 100% committed our maker roots. It is no doubt the more challenging way to go and for sure a path less traveled....
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### Author:  [@jrodriguez](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jrodriguez)
#### Post date: [July 22, 2016, 12:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-2016-one-drop-benchmark-series/81291/2 "2016-07-22T00:13:42Z")
These new Benchmarks are really great playing yoyos. If you haven’t had a chance to try any of them, you’re in for a real treat!
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### Author:  [@dirty\_birdy](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/dirty_birdy)
#### Post date: [July 22, 2016, 11:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/the-2016-one-drop-benchmark-series/81291/3 "2016-07-22T23:19:02Z")
Jammin’ some Devo today to celebrate!
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