Bulk ferment too long and the dough will over ferment and become a wet soupy mess.
The first period of time a recipe rises. It is a very important step in sourdough baking. Not allowing the dough to rise enough will leave you bread that doesn’t get a good rise in the oven. Bulk ferment too long and the dough will over ferment and become a wet soupy mess. Usually, the dough should be about double in size.