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My coach and i are at a loss for what to do. I have moved up to a 15' 150 pole from my 14' 150 pole. I have been chasing the bend on it well for the most part but my problem comes with my step and my transition to my swing. I have ran the steps back and they feel right when i vault, but whenever we ...

So i just got a 15' 150 UCS Spirit. It's a little stiffer than my 14' 150 spirit. My questions is: Is the only way to break it in by chasing the bend or is there another way? I have been chasing and it seems to be loosening up for me.