YoYo Related News From Around The World
Recess just released two videos back-to-back, and there is a TON of great stuff here for you to unpack.
The videos are embedded below, but it’s definitely worth heading over to their website to check out the full scoop on where they filmed and why. The Cloisters are a pretty inspired shooting location and worth reading up on.
Yoyos used are the Recess Charm and Joyride.
The New York YoYo Club is one of the most consistent and popular groups on the East coast. They recently decided to start doing video player profiles, highlighting some of the regular attendees and their style. Pretty cool concept to promote the club and help spread the word on players. With two videos out already, be sure to keep any eye out for more on their YouTube channel. Check the first two videos below.
Kendama USA had a massive presence at the International Toy Fair in NYC, and the best thing about that is we get a TON of great video from the crew hanging out in New York! Check out some fantastic kendama play from Dave Mateo, Guy Wright, Matt Ballard, Jake Wiens, Turner Thorne, Tristan Gomez, Colin Grant, and the NYC Crew. Filmed at the iconic Grand Central Station in NYC.
YoYoFactory Glow Collection Second Wave at 2014 International Toy Fair. Photo courtesy YoYoFactory.
The catalog picture we posted didn’t give a very clear view, but now we have a much better look at YoYoFactory’s second wave of their Glow Collection. This batch are in white plastic with a glow additive…which makes for a much more attractive yoyo under regular light than that weird green that most glow plastics come in.
Be sure to check out our Toy Fair Preview for YoYoFactory for the full scoop on their new 2014 products.
YoYoFactory at 2014 International Toy Fair. Photo courtesy YoYoFactory.
It took a while for Kendama USA to release the full video of footage shot during the 2013 International Toy Fair in New York, but it was worth the wait! In their words:
Kendama USA is back in NYC for the 2013 Toy Fair. This full length edit shows the entire sleepless week of our experience at the show and roaming the streets of New York.
Special guests include Batman, Spiderman, Elmo, Power Ranger stunt doubles, and a giant purple crayon.
Huge thanks to Jake Wiens and the Kengarden for the video work.
YoYoFactory always has the best brand presentation of any yoyo manufacturer, and this year is no different. Check out that light-up sign!
YoYoFactory’s offerings for 2013 are less focused on new product, and mostly find them refining their brand offering and offering new packaging that is specifically more retail-friendly. One new model is definitely of note, however…a new titanium yoyo called the Ricochet. Still no word on price or release date.
New packaging is available for the ONEStar, FAST 201, WHiP, Loop 360, and other models (as seen at the Hong Kong Toy Fair), giving most of the YoYoFactory line the same packaging footprint.
With their new packaging, brand direction, and amazing promotional tours, I think we can expect big things from YoYoFactory this year. With placement in Toys R Us and movement towards other mass market outlets, they’ve successfully made the transition from player’s favorite to major competitor in the world market.
Swing by Booth #4845 to check out their wares and pick up the 2013 catalog.
*UPDATED* Thanks to YoYoExpert‘s Andre Boulay for additional booth pictures! See below!
Yomega is showing off their new Star Wars license at the 2013 International Toy Fair in New York. In addition to Star Wars versions of existing models, they’re also showing “Yo-Men”, a sculpted action figure yoyo stand. We found some pictures on Takahiko Hasegawa’s Instagram feed…check out the images and Yomega’s official press release below!
YOMEGA PUTS A GALACTIC SPIN ON YO-YOS WITH INTRODUCTION OF ITS
NEW STAR WARS(TM) COLLECTIONYomega Corp. puts the power of the Force in the hands of kids and yo-yo fans with a new collection of yo-yos based on the legendary Star Wars saga. For the first time, Star Wars characters will be featured in a line of high performance yo-yos that will have yo-yoers and Star Wars fans scanning the galaxy to collect them all.
“We know that many yo-yo enthusiasts are also avid Star Wars fans,” said Todd Rywolt, Co-President of Yomega. “The Yomega team has really put a lot of passion and care into developing high performance yo-yos that would deliver upon the essence of Star Wars and appeal to both audiences.”
Details of Yomega’s Star Wars yo-yo line will be unveiled at the International Toy Fair, beginning February 10 in New York.
Star Wars Yomega® Fireball™
Yomega has merged its popular Fireball yo-yo with some of the most popular Star Wars characters, including Darth Vader and Yoda. The Star Wars Yomega Fireball patented transaxle system allows for high speed and smooth spins that are over three times longer than an ordinary yo-yo. The yo-yo’s design will feature character imagery and will include String Bling™, a collectible ring molded in a Star Wars character’s likeness. The yo-yo string attaches to the String Bling ring for added comfort while performing classic as well as advanced looping yo-yo tricks. Wave 1 of the Star Wars Yomega Fireball will include Darth Vader, Clone Trooper, Yoda and Boba Fett. (MSRP: $10.95; Recommended for ages 8 & up; Available in Fall 2013)Star Wars Yomega® Yo-Men High Performance Yo-Yos and Action Stands
Yomega’s Yo-Men are the newest, coolest way to play and display your yo-yos and favorite Star Wars characters! Yomega Yo-Men come with a Star Wars Yomega Fireball yo-yo cradled in a highly detailed Yo-Men Action Stand sculpted in the character’s likeness. The yo-yos feature a bold character image and Yomega’s patented transaxle system that allows for high speed and smooth spins. Star Wars Yo-Men Wave 1 will include Darth Vader, Clone Trooper, Yoda and General Grievous. (MSRP: $15.95; Recommended for ages 8 & up; Available in Fall 2013)Yomega® Elite Metals Glide™: Star Wars Special Edition
Yomega brings its heralded new competition-level Glide yo-yo to a new level with a sleek, sophisticated Star Wars Special Edition. This showcase piece features laser etching and is for the most discerning Star Wars and yo-yo collector and for the yo-yo player looking to make a statement. The Yomega Glide is the result of more than a year of engineering and technical refinement and is the first introduction in Yomega’s new Elite Metals collection. The Glide has been engineered for the perfect weight and dimension at 66 grams without string, 2.25 inches in diameter and a string gap of .163 inches, and features a silicone pad return system and the legendary Dif-e-Yo KonKave bearing. The Yomega Glide: Star Wars Special Edition Wave 1 will include Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, Boba Fett and the Rebel Alliance and Imperial symbols. (MSRP: $149.95; Recommended for ages 8 & up; Available in Summer 2013)
Be sure to swing by their booth and pick up their show exclusive, a limited edition Yomega Brain yoyo made just for the 2013 International Toy Fair.
YoYoFactory‘s 2013 catalog folds out into a giant poster of Paul Han. OMG HE’S SO DREAMY!
Check out YoYoFactory’s new models and packaging at the International Toy Fair in NYC, Booth #4845, Feb. 10 – 13. The show is only open to the trade, but we’ll have photos of their new releases as soon as the show opens!