# Strings? **URL:** \ **Category:** Looking for Help/Recommendation\ **Created:** [October 30, 2013, 1:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725 "2013-10-30T13:53:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![turtleyo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/d07c76/32.png) [@turtleyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/turtleyo)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 1:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/1 "2013-10-30T13:53:23Z")
I’m looking to get a new bundle of strings. I’ve been using the same poly from the Duncan store for years and I’d like something a little new. I’m looking at either the 100 count of E-type candy wires, a 100 pack of Blueprint, or the 50 pact of the Expert strings. Now, I like getting the 100 packs because I get twice as many strings, but the little plastic container you get with the Expert strings might be nice to store yo-yos in. I’d just like to know your guy’s opinion on all the three strings because I wanna get the best value for my buck and see what plays the best. If you could just tell me about the overall lifespan of strings and their play-ability I would be very grateful, thanks! ---
**Author:** ![GregP](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/gregp/32/1192_2.png) [@GregP](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/GregP)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 4:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/2 "2013-10-30T16:03:09Z")
Of those three, I only know the YYE poly. It’s slightly rough, holds tension as well as any other bulk poly, and is a true “type 6” thinness. I don’t know if it actually uses 6 threads, but it has the thinness of a classic type-6. It is BRILLIANT for the kind of slack tricks with flowing loops that need to hang open for a moment, but the light weight makes it trickier for whipping slacks around quickly. It’s the only string Josh Yee uses, and although I don’t worship at the altar of HaruRay, I do respect that he’s able to pull off pretty much any type of trick with it. For my tastes, I prefer Kitty (normal or fat). If I were to spend my money today, it would be for the Blueprints, because I am the kind of guy who likes to try different things. But I can’t actually recommend the Blueprint because I haven’t tried it yet. ---
**Author:** ![Bcmaddog](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/bcmaddog/32/1170_2.png) [@Bcmaddog](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Bcmaddog)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 4:23pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/3 "2013-10-30T16:23:02Z")
All I have to say is- The candy wires are to thin… Never tried BluePrint. I would get 100 pack of YYE Poly, or Normal Kitty String. ---
**Author:** ![Yogi\_nc](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yogi_nc/32/1324_2.png) [@Yogi\_nc](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yogi_nc)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 4:49pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/4 "2013-10-30T16:49:13Z")
The blueprints feel nice but they are pre-tied & if you like a longer string you are out of luck. If anyone wants to try some pm me and i’ll send u a couple ( bought 2 packs before I knew) ---
**Author:** ![Hudakjoe](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/hudakjoe/32/1420_2.png) [@Hudakjoe](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Hudakjoe)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 4:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/5 "2013-10-30T16:58:42Z")
I’ve tried candy wires s type before and they were pretty good, kind of thin. I’ve used YyE poly a little but it’s not the best out there, but is good for the money. My current string and definitely favorite is Kitty Fat. I got one with my Summit and fell in love. ---
**Author:** ![turtleyo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/d07c76/32.png) [@turtleyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/turtleyo)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 5:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/6 "2013-10-30T17:40:24Z")
Thanks guys! I appreciate all the feedback and whatnot. I haven’t really tried much, and I’d rather not dish out some of the little money I have for a bundle of string I don’t like xD ---
**Author:** ![AGyoyo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/agyoyo/32/1457_2.png) [@AGyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/AGyoyo)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2013, 5:58pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/strings/60725/7 "2013-10-30T17:58:33Z")
I use the regular yoyoexpert contest strings and there great :wink: