Third, Transaxles The string does not touch the axle but wraps around a moveable sleeve on the axle. This decrease in friction increases the spin time dramatically up to four fold. The ultimate transaxles have ball bearings and are called Ball Bearing Transaxles . The ball bearing transaxles have ultra long spin times as well as sometimes ultra high prices. Remember to buy spare strings when you purchase the yo-yo.
Nothing fouls up play more than a worn string.
String length should be between the belt line and the navel with the yo-yo resting on the floor. Once you know the basics move quickly to a transaxle. Longer spin times make learning tricks easier. When you know you ve got the skills, check out the high-end ball bearing transaxle models and be the envy of the gang.