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First Look – YoYofficer Urban

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YoYofficer Urban

Yoyofficer just sent us info on their newest model, the YoYofficer Urban. They’ve been doing a lot of great stuff lately, and the Urban looks like another fun release.

Our recent models focused on lighter feeling and agile play and we loved them for that. But sometimes it’s good to pick up something tougher, someting packing lot of punch and power. And for that, we bring you the new Yoyofficer Urban.

Don’t be fooled by its 66.1 g weight, Urban plays heavier and more stable than this number would suggest. The shape combines quite organic curves with open catch zone and above average width. Add balanced distribution of weight to this and you get a very versatile yo-yo. Relaxed play at bus stop, patient crafting of new tricks, or winning contests, Urban will fit in all of these roles.

Urban also represents small revolution in look of our yo-yos. Apart from 8 stunning splash finishes, it will utilize our brand new beadblasting. We worked long and hard to get beadblasting to this level and we believe we can offer you one of best surfaces on the market. It is really smooth, slightly more matte, and it feels simply amazing.

Yoyofficer Urban Specs:

Weight: 66.1 g
Diameter: 55 mm
Width: 46 mm
Gap Width: 4.6 mm
Surface: New higher quality blasting
Bearing: Size C centering bearing
MSRP: 49.9 USD

YoYo Spotlight – YoYofficer Tusk

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YoYofficer Tusk

YoYofficer Tusk Specs:

Diameter: 56mm
Width: 44.49mm
Weight: 65.9 grams
Response: 19mm pad
Bearing: Centering Size C (.250 x .500 x .187)

The Yoyofficer Tusk is the latest mono-metal release from YoYofficer, and this full-sized yoyo brings a ton of play value with a really big feel in the hands and on the string.

PLAY

The YoYofficer Tusk offers a full-sized body with a classic “H” shape, and it’s every bit the big, meaty throw you would expect from a yoyo with these specs. The Tusk is deceptively light for a full-sized throw, and feels big and fast on the string. There’s something more fun about playing with a yoyo that feels larger, and the Tusk definitely brings more fun to your collection. It’s got the spin and stability that you need, with a blasted finish that is amazing for grinds. The open inner cup lends itself well to fingerspin tricks, and the secondary bump inside the cup pushes some weight to the center of the yoyo, giving it a more balanced overall weight distribution and a smoother throw.

YoYofficer Tusk

LOOKS

The Yoyofficer Tusk is available in a nice assortment of splash and wash anodizing. The fit and finish on this yoyo is great, with bright, vivid colors on the anodizing and sharp, clear engraving. The detailing on the inner cup is really nice, and gives some extra depth to the design, especially the detail rib around the cup’s step. Overall it’s a great looking yoyo with some nice color options.

VALUE

The YoYofficer Tusk retails for $40 – $45, making it a highly affordable casual purchase for anyone who likes a beefy “H” shape and is looking to get into the YoYofficer product line. At this price, the Tusk is a great option for players of any skill level looking for something new.

BUY THE YOYOFFICER TUSK

The Yoyofficer Tusk is available now through YoYoExpert.com.

THIS POST SPONSORED BY YOYOFFICER

YoYo Spotlight – YoYofficer Shift

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Yoyofficer Shift

YoYofficer Shift Specs:

Diameter: 54.08mm
Width: 45.3mm
Weight: 63.6 grams
Response: 19mm pad
Bearing: Centering Size C (.250 x .500 x .187)

The Yoyofficer Shift is the second bi-metal release from this small Chinese company, and a fantastic throw for the price. With a wide catch zone and a comfortable, semi-organic body shape, the Shift is fun and comfortable throw with all the power you need.

PLAY

The YoYofficer Shift is small and light, but brings a ton of play value to its price range. The soft v-shaped body has a huge catch zone, enough to really facilitate even the riskiest horizontal tricks with ease. The overwhelming majority of the Shift’s weight is in the steel rims, which gives it a solid feel and powerful spin that you wouldn’t expect from something that only weighs in at 63 grams. The slightly rounded rims make the Shift a comfortable throw…the profile is one of the most ergonomic and friendly of the entire YoYofficer line. The Shift ships with a grooved centering bearing that really helps maximize the spin time of the bi-metal design. It’s become cliché to say that any yoyo has long spin times and plenty of stability, but only because modern yoyo design has been dialed in to the point where every reputable company has figured it out. And YoYofficer is definitely a reputable yoyo company, and the Shift definitely has plenty of spin time and stability.

YoYofficer Shift Profile

LOOKS

Available in solid colors with a simple engraving, the YoYofficer Shift keeps things classy with an understated look. The fit of the rims to the body is smooth and clean, the matte finish on the yoyo feels wonderful, and the overall look of the yoyo is elegant and simple. Small touches like the rounded transition to the flat cup, the beveled edge of the rim where the aluminum meets the steel, and the tiny flat detail that transitions the rim into the gap give the Shift a depth of design that becomes more enjoyable the more you look at it.

VALUE

The YoYofficer Shift retails for just $75, making it an incredible deal for players looking to add a bi-metal yoyo to their collection. It’s a solid, simple design with a ton of play value at a great price…what more could you ask for?

BUY THE YOYOFFICER SHIFT

The Yoyofficer Shift is available now through YoYoExpert.com.

THIS POST SPONSORED BY YOYOFFICER

Raisers of Heck

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There are few things in yoyoing as inspiring as watching a new generation of players rise up to take the reigns. Owen Ekblad, Michael Stecz, and William Murphy are stellar examples of what we can look forward to in next stage of modern yoyoing. Brilliant stuff, you guys.

Yoyos used are the TenYoYo Seraph, YoYofficer Shift, and YoYoFactory Superstar.

Yoyofficer Shift ft. Ilya Shaposhnikov

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Yoyofficer dropped another promo video for their latest bi-metal release, the Shift. Great tricks from Russian player Ilya Shaposhnikov, as always!

Yoyo used is the YoYofficer Shift.

YoYo Drop – YoYofficer Shift

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YoYofficer Shift

Wow! YoYofficer is rolling out another great looking model. They want you to leave others in the dust with this new affordable bi-metal, the Shift! The shift will be dropping on Feburary 28th along side the YoYofficer Tusk.

The Shift is the best choice if you’re looking for incredible performance at an affordable price. If you’re looking for your first bi-metal yo-yo, this is a top notch option. The Rave was regarded as one of our best models, however we wanted a model suited for a fast and more technical style. Thus, we built a smaller yo-yo with a wide V-shaped catch zone that’s phenomenal. The Shift brings that subtle but powerful bi-metal feel and definitely will not disappoint.

YoYofficer Shift Specs:

Weight: 64 g
Diameter: 54 mm
Width: 45 mm
Price: $74.99

YoYofficer Shift

YoYo Drop – YoYofficer Tusk

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YoYofficer Tusk

We just got news about the newest release from YoYofficer, the Tusk!

Available at retailers worldwide on February 28th, the Tusk is a brand new design from YoYofficer. Here’s the blurb we got from them:

This model has a totally new design that is not based on any of our previous models. The Tusk brings you unique performance: rim weight distribution that keeps the yo-yo stable at all times and a smooth surface that allows tricky grinds. The new model features two colorway types: acid wash and acid wash with splash.

Aside from its stunning aesthetics, the Tusk will knock you out with its agile performance and great speed.

YoYofficer Tusk Specs:

Weight: 66 g
Diameter: 55.5 mm
Width: 45.2 mm
Release date: February 28
Price: $40 – $45

YoYofficer Tusk

 

Yoyofficer Presents: Ondrej Horak 2016

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Ondrej Horak does his sponsor proud in this new promo video for YoYofficer. Always a pleasure watching his smooth, low-key style.

Yoyo used is the Rave by YoYofficer.

YoYofficer Opens Flagship Store in Shenzhen City

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YoYofficer Store

It’s official….our friends at YoYofficer have opened their own flagship retail location in Shenzhen, China!

According to YoYofficer co-owner Hong, the store will not just be a focal point for their retail line of yoyos and accessories, but their goal is mainly for the shop to be a source of training, instruction, and information for the next generation of players. With a heavy focus on teaching, YoYofficer wants to help groom the next generation of champions…awesome! Congratulations to YoYofficer, and be sure to visit the shop if you’re in Shenzhen.

YoYosZone – YoYofficer Flagship Store

Ground floor 112-B, HaiYue HuaTing Unit 1
HaiYue Road, Nanshan District
Shenzhen, China
11:00am-8:00pm

Joebert Flores Joins General Yo

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Joebert Flores is an amazing Filipino yoyo player (with the last name ‘Flores’ he’d better be, ha ha) who has finally landed a great sponsor..General Yo! Congrats to Joebert and General Yo, this looks like a great pick-up for both sides.

Check out Joebert’s latest video, also featuring Paolo Alto who recently got sponsored by YoYofficer. Congrats, guys!

Yoyos used are the General Yo Prophecy and Yoyofficer Rave.

YoYofficer Rave ft. Pisco Ouyang

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YoYofficer is pushing their new bi-metal yoyo with this great video from Pisco Ouyang, a player with great style who I know absolutely nothing about. New talent on the scene? Hell yeah!

Yoyo used is the Yoyofficer Rave.

YoYofficer Presents: World YoYo Contest 2015

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YoYofficer got in some great filming with their team in Japan during the 2015 World YoYo Contest…check out some solid play by Ma HaiLin (China), Pisco OuYang (China) and Ryan Lim (Malaysia).

Yoyos used are the YoYofficer Quash and YoYofficer R (Proto).

Yoyofficer Malaysia Contest 2015

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Yoyofficer held a great promotional contest in Malaysia last month, and now we’ve got a great highlight video of the event! High fives to Yoyofficer for supporting the long-running Malaysian yoyo scene!

Yoyofficer Quash – Ondřej Horák

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YoYofficer team member Ondrej Horak shows off some tricks with the new YoYofficer Quash, the latest release from this excellent budget brand.

Check out details and specs for the YoYofficer Quash here.

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