> I think Jeff is totally right, it doesn't matter at all. That isn't
> to say you won't get slightly different flavours depending on the
> hydration of the starter but to answer the question that was asked, it
> really doesn't matter at all if you been using it for 5 days or 5
> decades.
>

Hi Jim,

I did not see the original question, so I may be answering the wrong
question.

However, there are meaningful differences in cultures that live in different
hydrations. I agree that it is not important when you are starting out. Go
for success and build confidence. But to say two things are the same when
they are not didn't feel right to me.

Ice