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Off String Orbit
The Orbit is a trick derived from a diablo trick of the same name. It's reminiscent of on-string "Mini-Around the World" but with two hands.


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Land the yo-yo on the string after the throw and proceed to the next step.


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We'll now show the trick from the front (spectator's perspective).

Grab the strings like shown.


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Bring your hands close together.


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Swing the yo-yo in an orbital motion in the direction shown.




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Swing it back in the opposite direction.


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After the "Orbits" you're basically done.


Although it's not that hard, the Orbit is just one of those tricks you have to know. It adds a little class to any off-string combo routine.


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