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3 Advanced Looking Tricks with an Automatic Yoyo

3 advanced tricks with an automatic yoyo

Want to learn tricks with an automatic yoyo (responsive), but look advanced?

Let’s showcase 3 advanced looking tricks you can do using a responsive yoyo—the YoYoFactory Arrow, one of the best beginner plastic yoyos available today.

These tricks look more difficult than they look but are actually easy with a tug-return yoyo. Let’s break them down!

1. Sideways Pinwheel

This trick starts with a strong horizontal breakaway throw. And then leads into a spinning pinwheel motion beside your body.

Tip: Throw similar to UFO, but instead of throwing down, throw horizontal and allow your non-throw hand thumb to catch the string.

2. Planet Hops

A classic looping style yoyo trick, Planet Hops is all about timing and rhythm. Performing it with a responsive yoyo like the Arrow, you’ll need smooth, consistent hops to keep the trick flowing without triggering a return.

Tip: Keep your hops tight and centered to maintain momentum.

3. DNA Trick

Yes, you can do DNA with a responsive yoyo—especially the Arrow. Its built-in fingerspin hubs make it one of the easiest plastic yoyos to learn this advanced trick.

Tip: Master your UFO first, then simply place your non-throw hand index finger under the hub and push up.

Why Use the YoYoFactory Arrow?

The YoYoFactory Arrow isn’t just a beginner yoyo—it’s a high-performance plastic yoyo to perform tricks with an automatic yoyo:

  • Responsive out of the box, but includes an unresponsive bearing for when you’re ready to upgrade.
  • Designed with a winged shape and fingerspin hubs, making it perfect for DNA and other intermediate tricks.
  • One of the best options in the cheap yoyo category that still performs like a pro-level throw.
YoyoFactory Yoyo Arrow - Starter Yoyo for Fingerspin Tricks
YoyoFactory Yoyo Arrow - Starter Yoyo for Fingerspin Tricks
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Yoyo Arrow – Starter Yoyo for Fingerspin Tricks

15.99 €
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Yoyo ONE – Beginner to Pro Starter Yoyo

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Learn More at Skill Addicts

Want to learn more tricks like these? Head over to Skill Addicts, our free online training platform with tutorials for every level—from basic tricks to advanced combos using both responsive and unresponsive yoyos.

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