The new Duncan Ripcord is slightly larger than their regular Imperial top. It has many features useful for both beginning and advanced players: a ripcord launcher mechanism that allows beginners to get their tops spinning immediately, a slot at the top that's good for intermediate users to wind the string easier, and a balanced design that won't pop apart for the serious performer. Designed by Infinite Illusions poster child Steve Brown, the Duncan Ripcord may well be the finest plastic top currently available. It comes with an extra tip in addition to the string and ripcord device.