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ZipString is a handheld motorized toy that spins a loop of string fast enough to make it hover and loop through the air, using lift and drag the way a wing does. It was pitched on Shark Tank and is aimed at kids and curious adults who like a physical, skill-based trick rather than a screen. The string moves at up to 30 mph, so it takes a little practice to keep it flying, and the learning curve is the main thing separating it from simpler novelty toys. Owners rate it well overall, though some find it fiddly to master and the string wears out with heavy use.
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Buyers rate ZipString highly and call it a fun, unusual toy that surprises people the first time the string lifts off. Many say it takes a few tries to get the hang of, and a few report the string tangling or wearing out.
Zip String is a handheld toy that sends a loop of string flying. The device rapidly propels the loop. Gravity, lift and drag balance the string's momentum and keep it in the air.
The string is made from lightweight fibers. It moves at speeds of up to 30 mi/h. Small filaments on the string create drag as it moves through the air, so you can feel the air as the string passes by.
To use it, hold the device and release the string. It is recommended for ages 4 and up.
