Yiyang Wang, known as Philip, recounts his journey with yoyofriends since being sponsored in 2018. He reflects on his childhood dream of having a yo-yo team, inspired by TV series like Blazing Teens. Throughout his journey, he learns about yo-yo design and trends, eventually leading to the creation of his signature yo-yo, the Overclock. In 2018, Philip brainstormed yoyo ideas with a friend, resulting in the Peregrine and the concept of L-shaped rings. Over the years, he gathers inspiration from yo-yos like the Vulture and Tachyon, refining his vision for the Overclock. In 2023, he revisits the idea of inner ring yo-yos, ultimately creating the overclock prototype using 7068 aluminum and stainless steel. Despite initial challenges with weight and response, Philip fine-tunes the prototype with input from the yoyofriends team, including Tony and Yahoo. Adjustments are made to improve playability and accommodate modern competition tricks, leading to the final design with a widened gap. The yo-yo is aptly named Overclock, reflecting Philip's passion for pushing hardware limits. Its logo is inspired by MSI Afterburner, a program he uses in his hobby of overclocking computers. Yiyang Wang Signature YoYo! Diameter: 55.45 mm / 2.18 inches Width: 46.98 mm / 1.85 inches Gap Width: 4.50 mm / 0.18 inches Weight: 65.68 grams Bearing Size: Size C (.250 x .500 x .187) Response: "Slim Pad" Size 19mm OD Material: 7068 Aluminum w/ Stainless Steel Ring Designed in: China Released: March 2024
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