What is the secret to a good sourdough starter?

[matchaberry]

Hey, fellow bakers! I've been dealing with my sourdough starter lately. They say it is bubbly and perfect, but mine is not. It's been a bit inconsistent for me. I've heard whispers about water types and flour freshness making a difference. Also, temperature seems crucial, but details are fuzzy. Help!

 

[Clint08]

The secret to a good sourdough starter is quality ingredients, consistency in feeding, maintaining a warm temperature, patience, observation of fermentation signs, using a consistent feeding ratio, keeping everything clean, and regularly discarding and refreshing.