Most are back in stock now. Naginsky, who carries Duncan and Yomega brands, estimates that he has sold more than 150 yo-yos since January. We're out of stock on the Brain. With that on the scene, interest has increased again. Monifa Johnson, manager of the Learningsmith store in Paramus Park mall, said she has been overwhelmed by the demand for yo-yos.
Kids always ask for ones that do tricks.
They were popular last year, but not as popular as they are this year. In addition to the Brain, Yomega Corp. of Fall River, Mass., also sells Fireballs, Power Spins, and Raiders. Yomega's Brain has a mechanism that causes it to return automatically, so even a novice can yo-yo successfully. We've surpassed Beanie Babies. We're not paying for that.