Basic info about yoyo

Choosing a yoyo is very important and since there are hundreds of yoyos available today, we have put together some tips on how to choose the right yoyo

The first thing you need to consider when choosing a yo-yo is your level and experience with yo-yoing. If you are completely new to yo-yoing, or you have been trying out yo-yos for a while with a friend, the yo-yo you choose must be from the beginner yo-yo category. These are characterized by the fact that they return when jerked (responsive). We have a wide enough selection of such beginner yo-yos in our e-shop. All yoyas in this category are of high quality and you can easily get started with any of them.

We definitely do not recommend the second category of yoyas for beginners, i.e. yoyas that do not return when jerked (non-responsive). These yoyas return via the BIND trick and you need to have some experience to yoya with them.

With yoyos, the more expensive the better. Yoyoing is about what you can do, not how expensive the yoyo is. Advanced yoyos have different properties and every yoyoer likes something different. Some people like a yoyo that is heavier and smaller, while others like a yoyo that is wide and light. That's why it's impossible to say which yoyo is the best. It's best to try out a yoyo, whether it's with a friend or in our brick-and-mortar store, and choose the one that suits you best. But for starters, we recommend the ONE or Arrow yoyos.

Pokud potřebujete poradit s výběrem yoya, neváhejte se na nás obrátit osobně v naší retail store, phone, email or via our Facebook and we will help you!

The first and most important thing about string is the fact that all strings fit all yo-yos. It doesn't matter which one you choose, you'll always be able to yo-yo with them, no matter what yo-yo you have.

Another important feature of strings is the material from which the strings are made. The most commonly used are artificial strings made of polyester. Most brands use purely polyester strings. These last longer than, for example, cotton strings, which are not used much these days. Occasionally, strings that are mixed from both of these materials also appear. A special case is strings made of nylon.

The color of the string is also important. You can choose the color according to your yo-yo or just whatever you want. But we recommend choosing a color that is very distinctive. It is good for you, because you will be able to see the string well, for example against a dark floor. But others will also appreciate it, who will be able to see what tricks you are doing much better. This recommendation becomes a must if you are filming a video or going to a competition. In this context, the choice of clothing is also important. If you have a white T-shirt and white thongs, no one will see anything. For this reason, the most used combination is by far the yellow thong and black or very dark T-shirt. So always choose contrasting colors.

If you need advice on choosing a string, do not hesitate to contact us in person at our store, by phone, via email or via our Facebook and we will be happy to advise you!

Have you just received your first yoyo and don't know how to start playing with it? Here are some tips.

When you unbox a yoyo, it usually has a string wrapped around it. If not, the string is still wrapped somewhere in the box. The string has two ends. One with a loop and the other without. Thread the remaining string through the loop to create a tightening loop that you can attach to your finger, preferably to your middle finger behind the first knuckle. We recommend tightening the loop really tight so that the yoyo doesn't fly off your finger and break or even hurt someone. After a while of yoyoing, the part of your finger where the loop is tightened will be pretty sore. This is normal. Over time, your finger will get used to it and it won't hurt anymore. At first, you can try to cover this place with a patch or yoyo tape. The other end of the string without the loop belongs on the yoyo, around the bearing. It is also important to set the length of the string. The ideal length is from the navel to the ground.

The yoyo is ready in your hand for the first throw. But before that, you need to check whether the string from your finger leads up to the yoyo, not down under the yoyo (see video). This is very important, so you need to check this rule every time before throwing. Wind the yoyo up as much as you can and hold it in a clenched fist. Position your hand as if you want to show your muscles, but leave it in front of you. Now comes the first throw :) Swing your hand downwards so that you put most of the swing in your wrist. It is important to throw the yoyo straight. The yoyo will uncoil and spin at the end of the string. At this point, turn your hand palm down and give your hand a slight jerk, the yoyo will start to wind up and travel up the string. Now all you have to do is grab the yoyo in your hand. The yoyo is then ready to throw again. The most common mistake beginners make is swinging too little. The yoyo then spins a little and doesn't manage to return to your hand. So don't be afraid to swing hard. The yoyo will spin longer, you'll be able to do more tricks, and it will return to your hand better.

Sometimes things don't go as planned and the yoyo stops. Since there's a bearing inside, winding the string has a little trick. Put the first turn of the string around your finger, then wind the next ones around the yoyo, but you still have to hold the first loop around your finger. After a few turns, you can wrap the first loop around the yoyo. Don't worry, the loop doesn't matter. If you throw the yoyo hard enough, the loop will unroll itself without any problems.

The basic style is 1A. All yoyoers start with it. One yoyo is attached to a string, the other end of which is attached to a finger. This is the most popular yoyoing style. In this style, so-called string loops are made.

2A or looping is yo-yoing with two yo-yos at the same time, each in one hand. These yo-yos have a special, narrow shape that is very suitable for this style. Both yo-yos are responsive and are attached to the finger. In this style, so-called looping tricks are done.

3A is a style where two string yo-yos are used, each attached to one hand. This is one of the most difficult styles ever. For those interested, we recommend using two identical yo-yos and shortening the strings.

The last basic style of yoyoing is 5A or freehand. Here, a string yoyo is used, but the string is not attached to the finger, but at the end there is a counterweight, with which the yoyo is twisted and swung around in various ways.

Finally, we will mention the spin top, which also counts as yoyoing.