Hard Reset before installing new ROM?

[Jenny5]

My phone is running like crap and I want to start fresh with it. I've also decided to try a 3rd party ROM.
Do I need to do a Hard Reset or something else, or will it be a clean slate as part of the ROM install?
Thanks

[themib]

edit:if you use safe strap, you do not have to wipe data, to install a rom
but it is a good idea to backup data before installing a ROM

for call log, and texts, look at sms backup +
make sure your contacts are backed up,

root with motofail
back up apps with titanium backup pro

install safe strap 3, watch how-to video
use ss3 to install ROMs

see my list, for links
sd_shadow's list of links for Droid FAQs, SBF, Rooting, ROMs.... https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...0UWIlXLWA/edit

[themib]

sorry if you use safe strap, you do not have to wipe data, to install a rom
but it is a good idea to backup data before installing a ROM

[Jenny5]

Thank you for the clarification.