Well, if you want to get to know more about any bounty you like to join, check there progress,the amount of there soft cap and including hard cap and also the amount they have reach, check there telegram group, you are free to ask any questions you have in mind. I think my answer helps a little.
That's right, you need to identify the softness/stiffness ratio, and then follow only common sense. Otherwise, nothing will work and the result is a loss of funds.