I know this has been addressed before, however my goal with this thread is to see if we, as the YYE Forum, can create a defined set of parameters to ‘officially’ determine the point where a string has become a detriment to one’s playability. I realize this is extremely subjective, so this is really an experiment to see if we can maybe just make a checklist of testable qualifiers that one can perform prior to replacement. Whatcha think guys? Can we make this a bit
more objective?
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The first 2 or 3 months I threw I played with the string til it snapped
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Just buy some Airetics and you won’t have to ask yourself this question hardly at all any more. They last soooo long!!!
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For me it’s when it hardens & feels like I’m using a steel cable.
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It is extremely subjective indeed. After all, you change your string when you no longer like the feel of the current one in your yoyo.
For me, i tend to use my strings a little bit longer than most throwers (as far as i’ve gauged the general opinion, people tend to use a single bulk poly string from between 2 days to a couple of hours). The parameter i follow is:
- Have the string lost it’s capability to hold tension properly? (e.g. The string keeps tangling and twisting after just two or three throws) Change it.
- Does the string look dirty? Change it.
- Ultra impossible knot? Change it.
- Did the string thin out, to the point the response is not as snappy as i remember? Change it.
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What is it do you think that makes them last longer?
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Because they’re made from nylon not polyester
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then why isn’t all string nylon?
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It’s less consistent with whips and string tension. It’s also much more expensive.
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So it’s more expensive and not as good? But it lasts longer…
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It really just comes down to preference. Most competition players are going to stick to poly because of performance, but if performance isn’t really a big factor then you might like nylon. The best way to find out is to try them both!
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I have a related question:
When is it REALLY time for new underpants? 
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Maybe @smileypants707 has some insight 
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Wait…I’m suppose to change my underpants!?
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If they’re brown, take em down 
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Okay phew! Mine aren’t brown.
They’re yellow. They should be good to go then!!
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If you are @Egon after every throw when he is trying to get a high RPM on his Yomega. 
I usually replace mine when the tension seems to be completely messed.
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If you have to ask you’re already too late.
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Nope, I know nothing 
What are strings?
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I like to change my string right after it breaks, giving my yo a cool new war scar.