Are you baffled by the different types of YoYo strings? Can't decide which to get? 

Despite the variety of strings on offer at SkillToyz.com, yo-yo string by any manufacturer can be used with any yo-yo. If you are not sure which string to get, then a good choice is the 'slick' poly/cotton blend strings. Experienced players tend to use cotton strings on responsive yoyos for looping type tricks because cotton strings are a bit more 'grippy'. Unresponsive yo-yos tend to perform best with more 'slippery' polyester yoyo strings. Colour is down to your personal preference. Brighter colours can be easier to see when learning tricks.

You should change your yo-yo strings regularly (as a guide, after every few hours of yoyo play). For safety, always change your string when it becomes frayed.

The different yoyo string types such as type 6 or type 8 refer to the way the yoyo strings are made. As a rule of thumb, the higher the number the thicker the string. The different string types and materials do slightly affect yoyo play.

Yo-yo strings vary in length, and most players need to cut them to the size appropriate to their height and playing preference. As a guide, the string should be long enough to let the yo-yo touch the floor when the other end of the string (the end on the finger) is at belly button level

Did you know you can get left handed yoyo string? If you are left handed then you may prefer left handed yoyo strings. These are wound in the opposite direction to right handed yoyo strings and this helps reduce knots and twisting during left handed yoyo play. Unfortunately choice is very limited for these strings.