Get a chicken stick. If you're looking to save money, use a 3/4" wooden dowel wrapped with duct tape, or skip the duct tape. Some will say an electric starter is a must, others will say it's a luxury. It all depends on how deep your pockets are.

Bottom line is: If you're at the field, and can't start your plane with a chicken stick, a few nice words to your fellow fliers will often have them walking over to you with their electric starter. (which is a good reason to be a helpful club member. If you're a jerk, I'd suggest buying your OWN starter )