Knowledge You Can Build On — Est. 1998
Made some yo-yos today...
YoYoSpin
>Bloodwood Terror Top, 2.25" X 2.35", weighing 70 grams:
Bloodwood hybrid satelitte, 2.25" X 1.72", weighing 90 grams:
The "S" Terror Top (get it?), with Opal (fine glitter and thin CA) inlays, 2.25" X 2.50", weighing 73 grams:
best regards,
Ed D.
Re: Made some yo-yos today...
Brad Vietje
>Beauties, Ed ! What do you find is the best string for Yo-Yo's ? I've only made a few, and have not been satisfied with the strings in the Packard kits. This is, BTW, the only dissatisfaction I have ever had with them !
Safe spinning,
Brad Vietje
Thetford, VT
Re: Made some yo-yos today... *LINK*
YoYoSpin
>Thanks Brad. I get all my string from the link below, in bulk lots of 100. Try the black "Type 9" or yellow "Slick 6"...you'll like it.
best regards,
Ed D.
Dave's Skill Toys
Re: Made some yo-yos today...
Jim Shaver Oakville, Ont.
>Hi Ed,
I don't think I'd ever make one but BOY do I love looking at your work, these are ART!!
You mention weight, is that a critical characteristic for a yo yo?
You've been absent posting for awhile, hope all is well.
Take care,
Jim
Re: Made some yo-yos today...
David Hammond, in Powder Springs GA
>Incredible Ed! Very cool yo-yo's.
David
Re: Made some yo-yos today...
YoYoSpin
>Tim, yes...all's fine. I've just had a heck of a time catching up from the last holiday season, getting my retailers re-stocked (whew).
Some may argue, but I think the ideal weight for a yoyo is between 55 and 75 grams. But the most important thing is balance (weight distribution). If you ever try making yoyos, be sure you're using a fine grained wood with even features. Woods like Bocote and Zebrawood will almost certainly wobble.
best regards,
Ed D.
Excellent ! Thanks, Ed.
Brad Vietje
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