Metal yoyos are a favorite among many players for their speed, stability, and long spin time. But if you’ve just upgraded from a plastic yoyo or picked one up for the first time, you might be surprised to find that it doesn’t come back to your hand with a simple tug. That’s because most metal […]
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Celebrate National Yoyo Day: A Look Back at Yo-Yo History
Every year on June 6th, yoyo players around the world celebrate National Yoyo Day—a tribute to one of the world’s oldest and most beloved toys. But how did this yoyo toy become a part of our culture? And why June 6th? The Birth of Modern Yoyoing Yoyos are thought to date back thousands of years to ancient […]
Continue readingThrowback Yoyo: Czech Point Pivot
Ever reached into your yoyo drawer and found a beloved old favorite yoyo that still stands the test of time? How about the throwback yoyo Czech Point Pivot? Today, we’ve found and are revisiting a standout from the past: the Czech Point Pivot! This is a mono-metal yoyo that left a signature impressive design that […]
Continue readingWhat Makes Bimetal Yoyos So Powerful?
If you’ve been in the yoyo world long enough, you’re probably familiar with bimetal yoyos. Like the Bimetal Shutter Elite and Miracle 25, it’s clear these designs of signature models are used by the top players in competition. But what exactly gives bimetal yoyos their edge? Let’s break down the engineering, performance benefits, and why […]
Continue readingSpinstar vs. ONE: Which YoYoFactory Yoyo Is Right for You?
What is the best beginner yoyo to start with? The YoYoFactory Spinstar vs ONE? Both are designed with learning the basics in mind, but they each offer a slightly different experience. So which one is better? The answer depends on who you are, how you learn, and what kind of yoyo play you are interested in Here’s […]
Continue readingProfessional Yoyo Tricks That Look Advanced (But Are Easy)
Looking to impress with flashy looking yoyo tricks that look hard but won’t take months to master? These three professional yoyo tricks are intermediate-friendly, but deliver major style points. Whether you’re just getting into unresponsive play or want to add some flair to your trick library, these are great advanced looking tricks. Want more? Check […]
Continue readingBest Professional Yoyo for Beginners
Stepping into the world of professional yoyos can be new and exciting—but with so many options available, which is the best professional yoyos for beginners? Choosing the right professional yoyo can be confusing and pricey. Therefore, in this article, we’ve put together a list of the best professional yoyos based on price and quality to […]
Continue readingNew Studio in Our Yoyo Shop
We’re thrilled to share some big news from the our yoyo shop located in Prague, Czechia — we’ve launched our multi-purpose studio space! This revamped section in our shop will be a dedicated area designed to bring the yoyo community even closer together. Check out the process of putting this project together: https://youtube.com/embed/m0VpOI0MtU4 A Space Built […]
Continue readingWorld Yo-Yo Contest and Everything You Need to Know
The World YoYo Contest 2025 is coming back to Prague, Czechia from August 7–10, and it’s gearing up to be the most exciting yoyo event of the year. The contest venue is at Cubex Centrum Prague, making this the first time in over a decade—since 2014—that the WYYC returns to Europe. Whether this will be your first Worlds you’ll attend or […]
Continue readingHow to Do FAST Godspeed Yoyo Trick Combo SIDESTYLE
You’ve probably seen all those lightning-fast Godspeed yoyo trick combos across your feed. But what if you want to learn this fast yoyo combo sidestyle? Fortunately, this fast combo only involves a few trick elements such as 1.5 Mount and repetition. So let’s break down how to do a fast Godspeed yoyo combo in sidestyle that […]
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