RE: I thought I was getting a Switchback, but I just ordered an Outback
I know that the Outbacks come with the 1425 Zebra, which is a better string. Mine is on it's way so I don't think it'll come with the new baracuda strings. I'm not too worried about it though as when I get a new bow I shoot till I burn in the new form. What ever string comes with it won't last a year. I think on the 05 models you can request the baracuda string.