Adam, I do not think which set of belts to start with is as important as knowing which ones go where and how to change them.

Just wondering, do you go into a concert with a new set of strings on the fiddle, or do you play the old ones until they break and just change that one at that time

Remain in control, leave nothing to chance.
When your having too much fun, week after week, with no troubles, don't forget to look the bus over and keep everything that way, or you will be changing belts on the highway in the dark.

Have a fun safe trip, and don't forget a few sets of strings in the spare parts box
JIM