44Clash July

SuperYoyo

if you have not learn about it, the Superyoyo anime is back,
there's also workshop an masters teaching u tricks and stuff!
check out website for more info!

new YYF hit Spinworkx!

new YoyoFactories hit Spinworkx!

DV888s, small / large bearings.
Frantics.
Classic 888s.

and what?
John Ando SuperStar of cuz!

click to see more!

YYF Pocket Change

Pocket Change, first new plastic from the 10 new YYF releases.
interchangeable with the YYF OffString parts, u can say its actually the 1A yoyo from the YYF OffString, but silicone recessed.
66 gm, and probably gonna retail at 15USD.
it also features th eCentral Bearing Company™ Center Tra™c Bearing.

Adjust-O-matics

you've heard about the Adjust-O-Matics being one of the new releases months ago,
here it is, formerly known as Fully Adjustable Starburst Technology,
now known as Adjust-O-Matic.
why the change of name?
i think reason being there's a new shuttle coming up.

this is the new shuttle, instead of starburst, its a recessed pad shuttle.
probably why the change of series name, fully adjustable starburst will not sound right if its not starburst. i believe many have been wanting something like this?
believe it or not, i have been wondering if i could sili-recess the shuttle, but thought it'll be hard, now that YYF is coming out with this, it'll be so cool. and i think, people will love the 401SD even more after this...

also check out YYFCD's interview with Tyler Severance!
"After 07 I felt i had done it all. there was nothing else to win. Now I want to prove I can win it whenever I want"

mods picture post

remember the mod picture post that got people interested?




some are asking where i got those pictures, google is my answer.
i google under image and i manage to track back the exact site/blog i got it from, i
its a japanese site,
u want it, its here.

however the user only post until december 2008, nothing after that, visit the link for more of other mods and pictures.

also check out this pictures from Jeffrey Pang's Flickr...
much like the first picture of this post... very nicely done on a Ironman Peak.

SPYY old project brought back

SPYY's next project...
edit* SPYY's old project being brought back.
a narrow gapped, tugged responsive yoyo made to handle layers of string without slowing down or snag easily.
for you slim yoyo users out there, this is for u i guess!

also check out more about the Flyin V at SPYY blog,
this yoyo let u choose between a wide bearing or a slim bearing.
1st: wide bearing
2nd: slim bearing.

YYF dark pictured yoyo

Forumers are speculating whether the YYF yoyo in that dark photo that Ben release is actually the Red DNA that Yuuki used in a video filmed during JN2009.
maybe an improvement done to the DNA?

but i personally hope its a metal PGM.

YYF C13™

"this brings the retail price of the C13 down closer to FundaMETAL™ pricing than premium pricing."

u know you want it.

Yoyo National Record

CALLING ALL VIEWERS!!!

SPINWORKX is seeking the help of ALL LOCALS to come take part in a RECORD BREAKING ATTEMPT this Sunday at the Ulu Pandan Community Club Centre.

We are going to try and break the record for “Most Yo-Yos Played at one Time”!!! The current standing is at 435 people, and we need your help to make this event a success!

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Details are as follow:

Date: 12th July 2009 (Sunday)

Time: 8:00 am

Venue: Ulu Pandan Community Club Centre

Attire: Casual

Fee: FREE!

This event will end around noon.

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If you do not have a yo-yo, fret not!!! Spinworkx will be selling Duncan Ignites, a basic ball bearing yo-yo, at just SGD$3.00!!!

UPCC will be subsidizing the price of this yo-yo for the attempt so here’s your chance to buy a yo-yo now!!!

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There'll also be a Division Yoyo records attempt segment for Spinners, details:

Time: 10:00am
Fee: FREE
Rules: A competitor can only have one attempt per trick, per contest.

Once a record attempt has begun, the contestant has a two-minute grace period to restart if needed. After two minutes no further restarts of that trick are allowed.

Example: If you are attempting to break the Eli Hop record, and you miss the string after 42 hops…..but only 58 seconds have elapsed, you can start over. Once the two-minute mark has passed, you can no longer start again.

Two Categories: Open (Age 15 and above) & Junior (Age 14 and below below)
* Depending on the participation some tricks attempt may be cancelled

One Handed Tricks Records
Longest Sleeper (fixed axle to extinction)
Longest Sleeper (Transaxle to extinction)
Most inside Loop the Loops
One hand Behind the back loops
Shoot the Moon
Suicides catch Consecutive until extinction (Player must use same finger to catch all suicides)
Eli Hops (hands must touch)
Iron Whips Catch
Regenerated Trapezes
Most Alternate inside/outside Loops in 3 min

Two Handed Tricks Records
Milk the Cow
Most inside Loop the Loops
Ride the Horse
Vertical Loops

Offstring Tricks Records
Off String Whips
(New)Off String vertical Boing Boing

Freehand Tricks Records
Freehand Shoulder pop
(New) Windmill

Here’s a Map of UPCC if you require dirrections to the place.

Buses to UPCC include: 100, 111 and 92

Nearest MRT Station: Bouna Vista MRT

This event is proudly brought to you by the Yo-Yo Association of Singapore!!!

Interview with a Contender: Augie Fash (Chico, Ca)

YYF's interview with Augie Fash regarding Worlds2009 where Aguie mention something like this:
"At BAC, I competed with a normal G5, so I had planned on using that. But something happened since then. Last week I got something in the mail that made me change my mind...."

could it be this?
click to ^read^, be fast before the newer ppost push it down.

YYF Spintops

Ben have release pictures of the Throwback and Acrobat in larger resolution,
remember the post about the highend YYF spintops?
the pictures were so small then, now have a good look.
however these will only be available at Worlds2009, and won't be available in any retail outlet(as stated on the YYF countdown blog).

YoyoFactory Throwback

Super stable, super rim weighted

Height:66mm

Diameter:56mm

Weight:65gm

Construction: Aluminum body, Delrin cap, Brass weight, Delerin Tip

Tip Options: Round bearing, Pointed Bearing and Fixed (all included)

YoyoFactory Acrobat

Height:72mm

Diameter:56mm

Weight:65gm

Construction:Aluminum body, Aluminum cap, Delerin Tip

Tip Options: It can be set up as a single or double bearing top or as a fixed tip top. (Note Tips are not interchangable between the acrobat and the throwback)

more pictures and details at the YYF countdown blog!

YoYoFactory Undeniable DvD

same thing, the site doesn't allow individual post linking... so i'll copy everything here...

Making its debut at the World YoYocontest will be YoYoFactorys' 1st full length DvD. To offer an insight we asked the director, director of photography, editor and star Miguel Correa.

Miggy on the job filming Yuuki Spencer in his hometown of Dallas.

YYFCD: What Can you tell me about Undeniable?

MC: They say that a good movie is one that shows, not tells. While Undeniable isnt a narrative, it is something that truely needs to be seen to be appreciated. Bits and pieces of what we have in store for everyone is already floating around the web. Classics like Win by Default and VK are just tastes of a larger picture.

YYFCD: What should we expect in this DvD?

MC: You should expect the same amount of quality in this DVD that you expect in any YoYo Factory product. It's 45minutes of the best players using the best products and playing at the highest level.

YYFCD: We have only seen the sneak peak sent to the media here, but what are your favourite sections of the DVD?

MC: As a competitor I have an affinity for the section "I <3>

YYFCD: As a player do you feel you missout on being a star because you are on the wrong side of the lens?

MC: I chose to be behind the lens and i'm happy with what i've accomplished so far in that regard, but i've been in the game for 10 years now and in that time i've seen stars born, nova, and dwarf all too soon. So there's an upside for me taking a step back from the spotlight. Sometimes it takes an extra moment to make sure the framing is right.

YoYoFactory Undeniable is scheduled for limited release at the World Yo-yo Contest with Broader Distribution this FALL.

YoYofactory Contest Team @ Worlds

i've paste the whole thing over here from the YYF post cuz i can't link it to an individual post... late readers will end up reading the latest post instead of this. so yeah... so here goes....

To start getting everyone excited for the contest here is a preview of Yoyofactory Contest Team Players

JOHN ANDO (1A)

2008 John Ando entered his 2nd ever 1A freestyle contest. after 2 rounds of qualifying and a 3-minute final he was the World Champion. The implications of his win have changed the way elite players play and perform yo-yo with a new emphasis on movement and use of the body in tricks. Not resting on his laurels John Ando is back to defend his title and again, change the way people play.

SHINJI SAITO (2A, COMBINED)

The most successful competitive yo-yo player in the history of yo-yo, Shinji Saito is gunning for his 10th World title in 2009. After failing to take the 2A crown in 2008 there were people doubting Shinjis commitment to the sport but on June 21st Shinji made a statement competing and winning his 1st Japanese national title in emphatic fashion at times almost playing with the crowd. At this contest Shinji debuted the YoYofactory LOOP900, his signature yo-yo which he will be using in Orlando.

YUUKI SPENCER (1A)

Yuuki Spencer has done it all. A US National Champion and World Champion 2x over he has proven to come back and win any contest he chooses. Most of his competitors will tell you that if Yuuki wants to win, he wins. The only question is, does he want it? In 2008 Yuuki failed to compete, instead choosing to cheer his friend John Ando to the title. This year its head to head.

KENTARO KIMURRA (3A)

When Kentaro Kimurra walked from the stage at the 2008 World Yo-yo contest he knew he hadn't won. His face told the story, he was down. 20 minutes later he was back to himself, announcing he wasn't going to sleep that night, instead he was going to start practicing for the 2009 contest! Kentaro is one of the most beloved competitors. It is safe to say when he walks on stage there will not be a person in the room hoping he can go one place better and claim the title in 2009.

TYLER SEVERANCE (5A, 1A)

Tyler is another 2007 World Champion who like Yuuki, failed to attempt to defend his title in 2008. But in 2009 the competitive desire is back. Tyler started the year by defeating all comers in the Yoyofactory sponsored '5A Battle in Seattle' defeating team mates and close competitors Miguel Correa and Sterling Quinn (watch his performance here).

MIGUEL CORREA (5A, SPIN TOP)

One of the most respected competitors, Miguel is a 3x USA National champion and former World Champion. In 2009 he is looking for 2 more World titles to add to the list. In Spintop he is on a different level (as seen here). In 5A he will be right in amongst a pack of top players who will be within points of the title. At the '5a Battle in Seattle' Miguel placed 2nd to Tyler, but in front of a more international judging panel the result may have gone a different way (watch here).

STERLING QUINN (5A, 1A)

With all this talk of 5A contenders it is hard to believe there is another, but as runner up last year and with Takeshi Matsuura not expected to defend his title it appears almost logical Sterling Quinn could be next in line for the title. One thing is for sure, 5A is going to be awesome this year!

AUGIE FASH (1A, 5A)

In 2009 Augie Fash is a man on a mission. Pass him in the hallway and you may not recognize him. This is focus. Augie is ready to make a statement and all those around him better take note. He isn't here for a show, he is here to win. No holds barred, take no prisoners. WATCH OUT!

VASHEK KROUTIL (1A)

Vashek Kroutil has been a regular feature at the World Yo-yo Contest and one of Europe's top performers. His 3 Czech national titles, numerous videos (including this) and mix of speed and flow to his tricks make him a threat in any contest he enters.

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'PAUL KERBEL (1A, 5A)

JOHN CHOW (1A)

Until late 2008 John Chow was know for his flashy video tricks. But at US nationals that all changed. he placed 5th showing he was *that* fast, and didn't need multiple takes to hit *those* tricks. He is a star on the rise, backing it up with a 4th place at BAC. Now it's time for John to take it to the next level. He may be young, but he sure is ready.

PATRICK MICTHELL (2A)

Back from the wilderness that was education patrick Mitchell is back to compete at his 1st World yo-yo Contest since 2006. With a best finish of 3rd place and some solid trick development under his belt Patrick may be the USA's best chance of a 2a title. Pat will be rocking the new LOOP900 and will be wearing NIXON watches.

MATEUSZ GANC (1A)

4X Polish National Champion and Yo-Yo rockstar Gacek is coming to Orlando with a point to prove and the skills to do it. Chec out his 2009 polish masters win here. Those are some serious skills!

Crucial Heavy Cream

Heavy Cream Production shape out.
the last i heard from Paul it uses the SPR system, but i don't see no spacers.

Creams are ready to ship!
100 white, 50 black to YYN.

read more at Crucial Blog!
photos from Paul's FB.

YYF CountDown

a link Ben posted in his FB hint that this yoyo could be Augie's next signature yoyo.
some say it looks like a metal PGM.
what is it?

check out all updates from YYF until WORLDS2009 here.

Caribou Garden

Chuck aka Ralachick's Video.
i like his videos!

Caribou Gardens from Chuck on Vimeo.

44CLASH club ASIA P

Date: 20-21 Sept 2009
Venue: ASIA P
2-21-7, Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

keep checking
4 4 C L A S H . C O M
for details.

nothings up yet, but just keep checking back.

new Ando SuperStar colorway

so I've mentioned that the next batch of Ando SuperStar that YoyoFactory's gonna release will be in gold on black and gold on purple colorway in an earlier post, now here's the pictures...

YYFBen have release this pictures on FB.
75 pieces of each.
i heard these are the ones that's gonna hit the local store.

and also check out this picture from Ben's FB as well.
what could it be.....

Crucial Modded MFHZ

a mod by Crucial owner, DXL leader, Duncan Crew member Brian Cabildo aka Glasseye.
check out his post at Crucial!

HSPIN x OXY = H2O

Chris K from Hspin
Carlo from Oxygene
brings to u...
one of the finest yoyo ever made...
H20

the H2o is actually a remake of the Oxy4, with help from Hspin.
read story here.

500 DAYS

read the story here.
here's some u can see.
PreOrder for both Hardcover and Softcover are now available at the SAVEDETH store.

Yoyojam ???

i saw this yoyo on eBay a while ago.
its supposingly a Yoyojam.

i'm guessing its some prototype for the 'legacy', build-in weight rings range of Yoyojam yoyos, i tried to search for it at eBay again and its gone, Taka probably bought it off the ebay, thus this photo.

Taka also includes a comparison photo of it and a Legacy, pretty much the same size but slightly larger.

maybe someone got info on this?

link to Taka's post about this.

Ando vs Yuuki freestyle

you've been waiting for it, Ben has uploaded it on youtube!
John Ando vs Yuui Spencer.



also check out this clip of Yuuki 'battling' Hiroyuki's sister on jumprope.
if u don't know, his sister is a very fast jumprope skipper. see here.

Classic 888

if u haven't read it, read it here, i've copied the whole thing Ben post to here.


YoYoFactory Classic eight8eight
The eight8eight has been one of the most influential yo-yos of the past decade. It was released at an interesting time in YoYoFactory history, recovering from the release of the flawed original Grind Machine 2 the 888 the first general release to bear a $100 price ticket. The rest they say is history. The eight8eight brought smooth to the people, ushered in a new era of collectability, showed new features need not compromise performance and has become one of the largest selling premium metal yo-yos of all time. Almost every major contest worldwide has been won with an eight8eight (including 5 different national titles and the 2007 world title). It is still the benchmark all other metal yo-yos are compared to today.

The classic eight8eight project was one born out of consumer demand. A short run (500 pieces) has been created to the exact specifications of the 1st run eight8eight (originally released for sale May 5 2007). Many argue these to be the 'best' eight8eights ever produced. To match the original profile a return has been made to the original 6061 material, original matte finish and original logo. Original branding was not used as to distinguish them from originals at the request of collectors.

Changes from the original do exist in the stainless steel axle, SPEC bearing, Silicone Pad response (although the recess is identical to the original and flowable silicone can still be used) and the 'blind' hubstack post to secure the axle.

Specifications

09
Weight (g) 67.50
Width (mm) 39.04
Diameter (mm) 50.39
Gap Width (mm) 3.96


07
Weight (g) 64.00
Width (mm) 41.93
Diameter (mm) 50.55
Gap Width (mm) 4.95

Classic
Weight (g) 64.80
Width (mm) 41.30
Diameter (mm) 50.36
Gap Width (mm) 5.0


So bottom line, "how does it stack up? Firstly to the original, and then to everything else released in the past two years?"

The answer is one word STUNNINGLY!
Since the production of the original eight8eight YoYoFactory have become better at producing consistently undeniable product. Small things during the process make a big difference and the Classic eight8eight benefits from all of these.
Compared to other yo-yos available the eight8eight was ahead of its time and still is ahead of the curve in many respects. While others may be getting closer the eight8eight still wears the deservingly wears the crown as #1.