Awhile back, Ernie Ball shared a few tips on the best ways to prevent string breakage.
While some methods are obvious (keeping your strings clean might be a no-brainer), E.B. offers some useful tips to help prolong string life and keep them sounding and feeling fresh. It's a quick read that might ultimately save you a few bucks, or prevent an embarrassing mid-performance string break.
Check out the tips right here.