oh thats a 2 and 3 mix! gotcha gotcha. i thought you haf 2 3’s there
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Oh I see!
Nah. I wanted to get a pink 3 but alas, adhd, and then they were gone 
I’m cool with it now though, because I probably never would’ve tried to swap 2 and 3, if I had gotten a pink. And I kinda love it.
That’s why I always call it “Asora 2.5”. I had a feeling that little detail was getting missed by people. I wish I could think of something to call it that would convey what I’m trying to get across a little better.
It’s gas though.
actually tbf i didnt even read it lol i saw the pic and went googly eyed. i see the 2 doesnt have the flat spot right before the response bump now though on the pic where you show that side now that you mention it
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Does the half swap affect play at all?
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I’ve not seen this. Looks really good
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it does doesn’t it!? chonky and ive never played anything with an undercut. very intrigued here
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Yeah. They’re definitely different. I’m surprised how well it plays, considering that. I’m starting to notice the little differences between the two that I don’t think I would notice by just switching back and forth. There’s something magic about this here half swap.
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I’m trying not to offer to buy the other halves knowing you’re hesitant but I’m failing to restrain myself.
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How do you like the Mongoose 1.5?? I cant wait to get my hands on one.
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if i get my hands on a pink 3 I’ll hyu and offer to swap halfs with ya. i wouldnt have thought of sacrificing a pink half but after seeing it id be so down
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It’s really good. Definitely a bit wider and more powerful than to original mongoose. (I’ve never tried the AL7 version) it feels a little more rounded in the hand too. It’s definitely a good upgrade, but there’s still definitely room for the original in the collection. It’s deferent enough to freshen up and modernize the design a bit without taking away that classic mongoose feel. Definitely a must pickup for anyone who loves the OG mongoose.
Excited for you to get yours.
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reminds me of the @fatguysnacks247/Fair Trade YoYos PV44 but with a modified cup.
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I might let one go eventually. I should probably put them back to normal and just make sure this is the way I like it. Wish I had one more asora 3 
that would make things so much easier.
It’s test type 2 that I really want to keep. I doubt Spence will ever make anymore test type 2. That’s the one that’s really making me hesitate. I love it.
I love 3 as well, but they aren’t as scarce, so it wouldn’t feel like as big of a loss. I’m pretty sure there are still some in stock on his site and he’s pretty much confirmed he’ll be making another run.
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This looks so sick! I bet that’s fun as heck!
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There’s definitely subtle differences in play on each side. I feel like 2 has that more classic, nostalgic feeling, while 3 feels more modern and capable. I think that’s why I like having both on one yoyo. It still has that classic feeling while being a little more performant than 2 on its own.
I could be way off on all this, but that’s been my experience so far.
I notice as I progress, my opinions and experiences with throws change, so I always feel hesitant to try and describe a yoyo.
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Indeed, nothing feels quite like it. Super bouncy and floaty at the same time. It’s only 62 grams but maneuvers like 65 grams because of a unique “dragged by air” feeling
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