Tip:
Don't be afraid to use big starlites rather than the very tiny ones. When you get a bite the float can disappear very quickly but, on occasion, it will zip back and forth on the surface, giving you a strong indication as to what is happening below.
This tackle works well in the Summer but it is also extremely effective in the Autumn and early winter. The best night I ever had with it was 14th December about thre years ago. Over the course of three hours I had 57 fish on it, including mackerel, pollack, garfish, whiting and pouting.
Safety Tip:
When you use this tackle, make sure that you put on some eye protection and a hat. The last thing you want is a hook in the eye!