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 Newbie Poker Question, Robbins, 9. Jul 2003 17:49 | ||
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| I'm a newbie, I've played a lot online and read some books but I'm going to play real money poker at a casino tomorrow and have never done this. I was hoping someone could give me a few tips on what to look for etc. I'd be playing $3/$6, how much money should I bring to buy in? If anyone has a link to an article about how to play in a casino that would be great. I am talking more about etiquette and the flow of play etc. Thanks! | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, 4 POKER, 9. Jul 2003 18:25 | ||
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| Hey Robbins, As far as your buy-in....bring what *you* feel to be a comfortable amount. If having a decent size chip stack will make you feel better, than do that. You should have enough however to play the limit comfortably and correctly. (around $200 should do), but that will be your choice. Just make sure that you always have enough in front of you because you wouldn't want to be short stacked when that big hand comes along. When chosing to sit down in a game, make sure you observe all the games first (in your limit preference), and then decide which one you feel that you'll have the best chance in profiting from. Do you prefer loose games, tight games etc? Play where you may be getting an edge. Look for really weak players before taking that seat. That time that you use in scoping out the games first will be time very well spent. As far as table ettiquitte goes, remember to always act in turn. If it is your turn and you want to fold, just say "check" *first*. and THAN when the action gets back to you, you can now fold if you wish. The reason why I'm bringing this up is because, when you play on-line, you can just click on the fold button before it's your turn and the computer will fold your hand FOR you, but in turn. When it is your turn to call your hand on the last betting round, than just turn over your cards and make sure you're protecting them at all times so noone (the dealer) scoops them up by accident. Also, make sure that noone else is seeing your cards....keep them hidden from the players who will be sitting next to you. As far as tipping....if the hand goes to the river, than the average tip should be $1.00. (that is the norm). However, if you raise pre-flop and noone calls you, you don't have to feel the need to tip, unless you really want to. Usually, if you're in the blinds and everyone has folded to just you and the other blind, USUALLY the blinds will just take their bets back (blind money) and "chop" the pot, meaning, they just take their original blind bet back and move on to the next hand. (there will be no flop). However, some players do not chop their blinds when faced with that situation, so as soon as you sit down (if you prefer to chop), just ask both players who are sitting next to you, if they chop the blinds. This will save any confusion or hard feelings if you ask first. If you chose to NOT chop the blinds, and would rather play your hand out, than make sure you tell them that *first*, (as soon as you sit down), because if you chop....you always chop; regardless of your holding. It's just proper ettiquite, that's all. When it comes to having a conversation....keep it light, but brief, you need to be focusing on the game now. Try not to get into any conversations with a player who is nasty, berating, or who is using any profanity whatsoever. Be polite to all. Listen to what others are saying. The less you talk, the more you will pick up on. The use of the check-raise: it is allowed and it is not improper ettiquitte, regardless of what someone may say to you in the game. Alot of elderly people do find it to be offensive, (and that's ok, if those are their views on the matter), BUT, when it comes to poker, all is fair as long as it's allowed, and check-raising has been a part of poker since day one. BUT.... you could chose to use that play carefully. If I'm playing in a game with a player who is just their for fun and is contributing nicely, I'd would be less inclined to check-raise someone like that and just bet my hand straight out. Just use your own good common sense when it comes to things like that. If you order a drink from the waitress (and hopefully it will be a non-alcoholic one), make sure you tip them as well. ($1.00 is average). Have fun, pay attention, and stay focused at all times. Be confident in the game you're playing in, and if you feel that the game is too tough, than get up and chose another one. Good luck Robbins, and don't worry about it....you'll be just fine! 4 POKER | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, Robbins, 9. Jul 2003 19:04 | ||
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| Thanks 4Poker. I definitely appreciate all of the great advice! | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, 4 POKER, 10. Jul 2003 00:14 | ||
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| on 9. Jul 2003 19:04 Robbins wrote: > Thanks 4Poker. > I definitely appreciate all of the great advice! Robbins, No problem. There's one more thing I'd like to add. It's okay to make a friend in the game but that shouldn't keep you from playing your hand correctly against him either. Don't be afraid to bet this guy heads up. You can still be friendly but remember, you are there to make money and if you check to someone just because they have been nice to you, it may cause you to lose your focus....AND extra money! It's imperative to always concentrate.....so please, don't let anybody or anything distract you, that's all. Just relax, and remember...... Win or lose, it doesn't matter; as long as you play your best. Now go kick some butt!! I'll be rootin' for you. 4 POKER | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, xf1000, 9. Jul 2003 23:45 | ||
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| Get a copy of Lee Jones low limit hold em book, it covers it all, Good luck | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, xf1000, 9. Jul 2003 23:49 | ||
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| Sorry 4 poker I missed your post, great advice | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, 4 POKER, 10. Jul 2003 00:12 | ||
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| on 9. Jul 2003 23:49 xf1000 wrote: > Sorry 4 poker I missed your post, great advice Thanks.....yours too! 4 POKER | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question, 4 POKER, 10. Jul 2003 04:40 | ||
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| > on 9. Jul 2003 23:49 xf1000 wrote: > > Sorry 4 poker I missed your post, great advice > > test........ (nevermind). | ||
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| Re: Newbie Poker Question( to xf1000), 4 POKER, 10. Jul 2003 04:50 | ||
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| on 10. Jul 2003 04:40 4 POKER wrote: > > on 9. Jul 2003 23:49 xf1000 wrote: > > > Sorry 4 poker I missed your post, great advice > > > > > > Hey, xf1000, Does Lee Jones' have any books on other poker games, or is it just hold-em? 4P- > > | ||
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