Ripcord Launcher

A Ripcord Launcher is the basic Launcher that is used to launch Beyblades into battle. They come in many different colors and are sold separately and with Beyblades in Japan but only with Beyblades internationally.

Overview
The Ripcord Launcher has a ripcord taht is inserted into the Launcher. Players pull the ripcord quickly to launch the Bey in battle. Different angles and launches will make the Bey perform differently. The Bey is inserted on the bottom of the Launcher.

Right Launcher
These are Launchers that are used to spin Beyblades that spin to the right. They usually have a hole at the end of the ripcord which is where the index



finger goes in to make the launch easier.

Left Launcher
These are Launchers that are used to spin Beyblades that spin to the left. Used only for Lightning L-Drago 100HF and Meteo L-Drago LW105LW. These usually have a sword-like design at the end of the ripcord where the index and middle finger are used to launch it.

Launcher Grip


The Laucnher Grip is an accesory that is placed at the bottom of the Launcher in order to put your left hand on the grip to make the launch easier. When released by Hasbro, stickers can be put on to decorate the Grip.

Straightening
It is important for Bladers to straighten their ripcords. When the Launcher is out of a package the ripcord are curved. When they are curved, it damages the Launcher and decreases the endurance of the Bey. Bladers can straighten it with these simple steps.
 * Fill a sink with hot water.
 * Leave the ripcord in the hot water for 1 minute.
 * Fill the sink with cold water.
 * Leave the ripcord in teh cold water for 3 to 5 minutes.
 * At this point the Blader may starts straightening the ripcord.
 * Take the ripcord out of the cold water, clean it with a towel and straighten it a little more.
 * At this point, the ripcord will be straightened and it is ready to be used for battle.