How to Do Split the Atom Using a Yo-yo
Yo-yo tricks are fun for parties and individual entertainment. "Split the Atom" is a popular yo-yo trick created after the advent of the yo-yo in America in the 1860s. Considered an intermediate skill-level trick, "Split the Atom" is performed at competitions. Performing this maneuver requires a basic understanding of yo-yo trick maneuvers, such as "underpass," "forward pass," "somersault," and "dismount." Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Start with a Split Bottom Mount
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Throw the yo-yo forward for an underpass. The underpass involves pressing against the forward string with an index finger and moving the finger out and then under the yo-yo, making a circular motion.
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Drop your yo-yo hand.
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Wrap the string over the index finger of your free hand.
Perform an Underpass With Your Non-Throw Hand
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Press the index finger of your yo-yo hand against the first string.
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Pull the string toward you.
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Thread the string under the yo-yo.
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Wrap the string in the yo-yo groove with your yo-yo hand by dropping down and pushing forward.
Perform Three Somersaults and Dismount
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Pull backward on the two strings nearest you.
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Swing the yo-yo up and over your hands, in a circular motion, repeating 3 times.
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Drop your yo-yo hand, pulling the string down, and pull your finger out.
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Swing the yo-yo up and over with your free hand, flinging it forward for a dismount.
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Give the yo-yo a tug so it will return to your hand.
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