storing single strings/guage question

[theop]

I usually use the "Not Even Slinky" strings on my RGD-321.
I switched to Cobalts a month ago.
I ordered some 24 wound as a replacement for the 24 plain.

Q1: Is the 24 wound the proper size for the 3rd string in this gauge, or should I get something bigger (I've had no real issues so far excepting a resonance between my 5th and 3rd strings when the 3rd is played open).

Q2: More important, how do I store the individual strings until I need them to prevent (for lack of a better term) decay?
I've heard various ideas like:
A) just in their sleaves
B) in a ziplock bag
C) in the freezer
D) A and C
E) B and C

Thank you for your help.

 

[DrKev]

Q1 - get in touch with Ernie Ball Customer Service and they can answer your question best. Call or email, the contact details are below in my signature. 24 wound may be different tension than 24 plain, so it may not feel right. (Then again, you might love it, who knows!)

Q2 - A ziplock bag is what I use. No need for anything else, IMO. I once found an old zip lock of forgotten strings that was nearly ten years old. The strings were fine!