# String Bounce vs broken in string, vs dead string?

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**Created:** [May 8, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-bounce-vs-broken-in-string-vs-dead-string/375102 "2023-05-08T15:10:23Z")\
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**Post date:** [May 8, 2023, 3:17pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/string-bounce-vs-broken-in-string-vs-dead-string/375102/2 "2023-05-08T15:17:02Z")

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First Alphaline is bulk poly, not a blend. It is one of the best bulk polys though.

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1. I dont like string bounce, I pre stretch all my strings. I find a string that has been stretched holds its shape and torsion better.

2. I pre stretch my strings so stretch from play is always minimal.

3. I pull fairy hard from the ends for 15-20 seconds. I dont want to feel “real” stretching, but I am applying a good amount of force. If you have extra string to ruin, pull really hard and you’ll notice the difference between a correct prestretch and the string seriously elongating due to damage.

4. I find my prestretch routine adds 3-4 inches to the string, and that is consistent between my two favorite strings: Alphaline and Kitty First Class Fat (primary)

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