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Archives for March 4, 2015

One Drop YoYos – DownBeat

March 4, 2015 By Steve Brown

One Drop YoYos - Downbeat

One Drop has finally released video and specs for their new “casual player” model, the DownBeat. Check out their full press release below, along with specs and video of the DownBeat in action.

We wanted to return to the roots of the yo-yo and make one that was just about fun. A yo-yo that is happier going slow and taking it’s time. A yo-yo that prefers old school funk and drives 1973 Van with thick stripes painted on it. A yo-yo that enjoys chilling out with it’s friends. A yo-yo that stands alone in your case. A yo-yo with this much soul can only be called The DownBeat.

Many yo-yos recently, including ones we make, are focused on competition and speed. This is a noble cause and one we’ll continue to pursue because pushing the limits of performance is important and desired.

This isn’t to say we sacrificed performance. The DownBeat comes with Side Effects, performs to modern standards, and spins as long as your favorite DJ. What’s different in the play is that it weighs 70 grams with Ultra Light Side Effects. It’s not getting any lighter than that groovy 70g but it can go heavier if you’re in need of extra chill. Its weight distribution is designed to slow your play down and we hope this slowness gives you the time to rediscover the joy of yo-yoing.

The yo-yo is big and curvy with a nice comfortable organic shape. The catch zone has machined 70s racing stripes that feel surprisingly good in the hand and create a new and refreshing look.

70 Grams. 70 Bucks.

It’s time to chill.

DownBeat.

One Drop YoYos - Downbeat

One Drop YoYos DownBeat Specs:

Base Weight: 67.50 grams
Shipping Weight: 70 grams (with Ultra Light Side Effects)
Width: 45.42 mm
Diameter: 56.77 mm
Response: One Drop Flow Groove
Gap Width: 4.32 mm
Bearing Size: One Drop 10 Ball Bearing – Size C (.250 x .500 x .187)
Finish: Pyramatte™
Axle System: Side Effects™
Retail Price: $70 USD

One Drop YoYos - Downbeat

Filed Under: Manufacturer, Video, YoYo Drop Tagged With: downbeat, featured, one drop yoyos, yoyo drop, yoyo tricks, yoyo video

GSquared YoYos To Discontinue Albatross

March 4, 2015 By Steve Brown

GSquared Albatross

GSquared YoYos turns 3 years old this year, having put their first model on sale in March 2012. To celebrate the beginning of their company and step forward into the future, they are officially discontinuing the Albatross, their first model. GSquared has produced a small quantity of both 6061 and 7075 versions, and will release them at gsquaredyoyos.com on March 7th. Both versions will come in special wooden boxes.

Final colors and more details will be posted on GSquared’s Instagram account.

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Filed Under: Manufacturer, YoYo Drop Tagged With: albatross, anniversary, g squared yoyos

Yomega Announces New Monkey Knuckles Toy

March 4, 2015 By Steve Brown

Yomega Monkey Knuckles toy
Yomega Monkey Knuckles toy

Yomega announced a new skill toy being added to their line during the 2015 International Toy Fair in New York City…Monkey Knuckles! Monkey Knuckles are a ball & string toy, slightly similar to AstroJax. Invented and developed by Matthew Hiebert, I remember seeing early prototypes of these during the end of my time working for Duncan, when I first met Matthew. He was still in the early stages of developing the toy and was looking for a licensing and manufacturing partner…looks like he has found one in Yomega! Monkey Knuckles will retail for $14.99, and will hit stores by April 1st, 2015.

Fun fact: I created this yoyo trick based on a Monkey Knuckles trick that Matthew taught me years ago.

Filed Under: General News, Skill Toys Tagged With: matthew hiebert, monkey knuckles, skill toy, video, yomega

Alexis JV Tutorial – Trap Exit

March 4, 2015 By Steve Brown

YoYoJam team member Alexis JV has a new tutorial out, for his trick Trap Exit. This entire series has been great so far!

Yoyo used is the YoYoJam Phenom.

Filed Under: Manufacturer, Players, Video Tagged With: alexis jv, yoyo trick, yoyo tutorial, yoyo video, yoyojam phenom

YoYo in Mexico – Part 1

March 4, 2015 By Steve Brown

The Mexican YoYo Association is really going all-out lately with steady video content to showcase the yoyo scene in Mexico! Check out their latest video, and don’t forget the 2015 Latin American YoYo Contest will be held later this month, on March 21st in Mexico City.

Filed Under: Players, Video Tagged With: latin american yoyo contest, mexican yoyo association, mexico city, yoyo tricks, yoyo video

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