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| Type of Trick | Throw |
| Invented by | Unknown |
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This is a good exercise for yo-yoing beginners. It should be done with a very responsive yo-yo, i.e. a yo-yo that returns promptly, when the string is pulled. Actually this trick can even be done with kiddie yo-yos, where the string is fixed to the axle.
In order to learn yo-yo control, try to do this throw fourty five degrees upwards (this way it is a precursor to Shoot the Moon) or downwards.
Once you master this, you can go on to learn Shoot the Moon or Loop the Loop.
Instructions[]
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Step 1: Bring back your throw hand, holding the yo-yo facing backwards. |
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Step 2: Swing your throw arm forward while releasing the yo-yo. |
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Step 3: Let it swing... |
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Step 4: ...forward... |
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Step 5: ...upwards... |
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Step 6: ...until it is level with your hand. |
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Step 7: Now give it a tug and let it come back... |
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Step 8: ...while turning your palm upwards. |
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Step 9: Catch it... |
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Step 10: ...and you have the yo-yo in your hand ready for the next throw. The palm has to be facing upwards, not only to make the catch easier, but also to have the yo-yo oriented correctly. If you catch it the other way round, you would have to turn it before throwing again.
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