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Sticky Thread Sticky: [Freerolls] Want to Maximize Your Chances of Winning That Freeroll?

Hey guys, We know a lot of you are here because you love the freerolls and money-added tournaments that FlopTurnRiver has to offer. Not only do we...

Started by spoonitnow, 09-11-2014 02:12 PM
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08-09-2023 07:21 AM

Sticky Thread Sticky: The Beginners Circle Digest

Welcome to the Beginners Circle! This forum is designed to help you to learn the basics of becoming a winning poker player. This thread is the...

Started by spoonitnow, 09-28-2014 11:38 AM
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09-28-2014 11:38 AM

Sticky Thread Sticky: Don't Forget About the SSNL Forum!

Hey guys, Previously on FTR, the Beginners Circle was the place for all micro-stakes discussion. However, because of the nature of today's games...

Started by spoonitnow, 09-11-2014 02:04 PM
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09-11-2014 02:04 PM

Bet sizing question--drawing value from monster hands

SB is VPIP/PFR: 23/13 over 60 hands, and has 50% fold rate on each street (50% fold to cbet); not a very large sample, so I'm just considering him a...

Started by sven00100, 07-12-2013 04:29 PM
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07-17-2013 05:39 PM

multi table

hey how do i get 25 games on my computer all at the same time? I also wanna be a moron:)

Started by sevenandnine, 07-11-2013 07:58 PM
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07-12-2013 05:36 PM

Any Interest in a Poker Study Group?

I've been wanting to start an online poker study group of some kind for a while now. Any interest? Ideally, it would be a smallish group,...

Started by derekeverett, 07-07-2013 12:41 AM
Replies: 35 Views: 8,957
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07-11-2013 09:29 PM

Cool [spoonitnow strategy] (Jul 10) Making Our Strategies More Robust/Avoiding Auto-Pilot

So far, this strategy series has been heavy on theory. In this week's edition, we start to make the transition from understanding the theory to...

Started by spoonitnow, 07-10-2013 02:54 PM
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07-11-2013 09:37 AM

Arrow [FTR Quick Tip 013] Bet Sizing

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJK0l2mD1Tg&feature=youtu.be Bet sizing is an important skill that all top NL Hold'em players use to get the best...

Started by Mike1013, 07-06-2013 03:16 PM
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07-09-2013 08:10 PM

Lightbulb [spoonitnow strategy] 7-4 Comparing and Evaluating Different Bluffing Lines

This week's strategy topic is comparing different bluffing lines. If you have two different ways to bluff (lead vs. check/raise, for example), then...

Started by spoonitnow, 07-04-2013 10:09 AM
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07-09-2013 06:59 AM

Looking n Couln't find - Session review tips

Hey Guys, I know I've seen the link to doing a good seesion review article a bunch of time, but of course when I'm loooking for it I can't find...

Started by WeldPhaser, 07-07-2013 09:16 PM
Replies: 2 Views: 1,409
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07-08-2013 06:36 AM

Lightbulb [spoonitnow strategy] Applications and Limitations of the Alpha Value

The alpha value is an important shortcut that's simple and pretty. It's also completely abused by a lot of players who aren't aware of its...

Started by spoonitnow, 05-23-2013 06:00 PM
Replies: 13 Views: 6,276
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07-07-2013 06:26 PM

Sunday Tournament - 2.30pm EST 7.30pm BST

http://www.flopturnriver.com/pokerforum/ftr-gauntlet-online-poker-league/sunday-tournament-195228.html?p=2158924#post2158924

Started by Pascal, 07-07-2013 12:59 PM
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07-07-2013 12:59 PM

closed statistics of 888 players on sharkscope

Shark has completely closed statistics of 888 players, is there any other site where it can be seen?

Started by agressive, 07-03-2013 02:22 PM
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07-05-2013 03:33 AM

OHH Yeah!!!

Well guys, before tonight my last hand of poker was on Jan 2 I believe. Needless to say I'm ultra fuckin stoked. I'm still rolled for 10nl, but I...

Started by WeldPhaser, 06-26-2013 11:08 PM
Replies: 55 Views: 11,864
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07-03-2013 08:59 PM

Thumbs up [spoonitnow strategy] Thinking About Your Ranges When Continuation Betting

This is a continuation (lol) of last week's discussion about continuation betting ranges. ...

Started by spoonitnow, 06-05-2013 04:32 PM
Replies: 29 Views: 10,772
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07-03-2013 06:44 AM

Exclamation [spoonitnow strategy] The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

We're going to add another tool to our toolbox this week: second-level thinking. ...

Started by spoonitnow, 06-27-2013 11:00 AM
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07-01-2013 12:22 PM

data usage question??

Sup guys, So i got a sweet deal on a laptop today and I'm already one tabling while I'm gettin my comp set-up. I have a Verizon hotspot w/ my...

Started by WeldPhaser, 06-26-2013 08:36 PM
Replies: 5 Views: 2,363
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06-29-2013 03:29 PM

android hold em??

Are we ever going to be able to play for real on our smart phones? I'm in the US so i guess i should be grateful that i can play at all. It def...

Started by WeldPhaser, 06-24-2013 07:33 PM
Replies: 7 Views: 2,465
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06-27-2013 01:35 PM

Cool [spoonitnow strategy] An Easy Guide to Exploiting Your Opponents

Exploitation is the name of the game in poker. A lot of people know that, but most don't know how to do it consistently or effectively. This week's...

Started by spoonitnow, 06-19-2013 03:29 PM
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06-26-2013 09:34 PM

100 Billionth Hand Celebrations at Pokerstars

The 100 Billionth hand is estimated to be dealt on the 14th of June and will be followed by a series of special promotions in the 3 weeks following...

Started by Pascal, 06-02-2013 01:53 PM
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06-24-2013 05:36 PM

Math Behind Crown and Anchor Game

(Mods, If this post is better suited for the commune please feel free to move, wasn't sure where to post this) So I just came from my buddie's...

Started by caddie444, 06-16-2013 02:59 AM
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06-24-2013 04:32 PM

Arrow [FTR Quick Tip 012] Hand History Review

http://youtu.be/2gga-4TNy0I In this video we look at a couple of hand histories played by members of FlopTurnRiver. There are a wide array of...

Started by Mike1013, 06-23-2013 07:58 PM
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06-23-2013 07:58 PM

How often a set?

1st hand $5 STT. 1500 chips, 10/20 blinds. In MP w/ KK I raise 4BB, button calls, the rest fold. Pot's 190. Flop is 7d3c2c. I bet 140, button...

Started by Monster Agent Zero, 06-18-2013 10:51 PM
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06-23-2013 07:07 AM

Arrow [FTR Quick Tip 011] Playing Suited Connectors

http://youtu.be/zXkOd80ukvM Suited connectors are great hands to play in order to mix up your range and to not be predictable. Yet all suited...

Started by Mike1013, 06-15-2013 08:20 PM
Replies: 4 Views: 3,682
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06-22-2013 08:37 PM

Exclamation [spoonitnow strategy] Leading the Flop and the Relationships to Continuation Betting

This week's post is a combination of something you probably aren't doing to exploit your opponents and something you probably aren't thinking about...

Started by spoonitnow, 06-14-2013 05:54 PM
Replies: 16 Views: 7,084
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06-21-2013 03:49 PM

Interview with $4,000 WSOP William Hill Package Winner: Micro2Macro

We asked BC mod M2M a few questions about poker, his win, and his trip to Vegas. For those interested, check it out here: ...

Started by givememyleg, 06-21-2013 10:07 AM
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06-21-2013 10:07 AM

Thumbs up FTR is giving away a $4,000 WSOP package!

Sorry, non-US players only... thought I'd state that up front. ----- Click here to see a complete break down and step by step instructions...

Started by givememyleg, 05-24-2013 11:26 AM
Replies: 35 Views: 7,419
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06-09-2013 07:48 AM

Arrow [FTR Quick Tip 010] Flop Range Adjustments

http://youtu.be/DlsFWXIhgoM Poker is a game of adjustment and readjustment. Depending on how your opponents play their hands, you will want to...

Started by Mike1013, 06-08-2013 09:33 PM
Replies: 0 Views: 3,263
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06-08-2013 09:33 PM

Arrow [FTR Quick Tip #009] Isolating Limpers

http://youtu.be/x4FEfTfwd1k Use selective aggression and position to punish players who limp at the poker table. By observing your opponents'...

Started by Mike1013, 05-30-2013 10:48 PM
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06-07-2013 11:19 AM

25nl: 3 streets vs station, 4 straight on river

villain is 75/33 over 12 hands and hasn't folded to a cbet yet. Poker Stars, $0.10/$0.25 No Limit Hold'em Cash, 6 Players Poker Tools Powered By...

Started by Keith, 06-01-2013 08:37 PM
Replies: 11 Views: 3,252
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06-03-2013 11:01 PM

Thumbs up [spoonitnow strategy] The Basic Concepts That Drive Continuation Betting

This week's article is the first of several that will tackle continuation betting. ...

Started by spoonitnow, 05-30-2013 09:48 AM
Replies: 30 Views: 8,716
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06-03-2013 11:00 PM

25nl: is this potential spew

villain is 22/21 9.8% 3bet and 3bet my steals for the last 3 orbits. Poker Stars, $0.10/$0.25 No Limit Hold'em Cash, 6 Players Poker Tools...

Started by Keith, 06-01-2013 09:04 PM
Replies: 48 Views: 9,227
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06-03-2013 06:24 PM

Odds of getting outflopped

I'm wondering what the odds of some occurrence on the flop are, and I can't easily put this in a calculator so I'm asking if anyone knows. What is...

Started by jackvance, 05-27-2013 08:34 PM
Replies: 7 Views: 3,159
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06-02-2013 05:59 PM

Moved: Freetrollers Diaries

Started by PsychoVas, 05-31-2013 04:20 PM
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06-01-2013 09:18 AM

FTR 250 at stars tonight

ftr 250 at stars tonight. Its just for forum regs so there is more chance that you can win against a smaller field than when its opened up to any...

Started by Keith, 05-30-2013 10:45 AM
Replies: 29 Views: 6,923
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06-01-2013 08:22 AM

Arrow [spoonitnow strategy] The Process of Learning in Poker

I'm writing a new strategy series here at FlopTurnRiver. Read: The Process of Learning in Poker This first post gives a framework for learning...

Started by spoonitnow, 05-16-2013 04:51 PM
Replies: 18 Views: 7,924
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05-30-2013 03:30 PM

Reporting spam posts/threads

I just wanted to thank everyone that routinely uses the report feature whenever they come across spam. It's a big help in policing the BC. I'm not...

Started by Stacks, 05-28-2013 08:56 PM
Replies: 14 Views: 5,123
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05-30-2013 02:17 PM

[5NL] AKo...top two pair...river donk?

Villain is 20/14/5 through 130 hands. Folded his blinds 81% of the time, fold to cbet 75%, 3/4. PokerStars - $0.05 NL (6 max) - Holdem - 6 players...

Started by Cobra_1878, 05-27-2013 05:13 AM
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05-27-2013 06:17 PM

Rant

Recently I've been playing the freerolls over at XXXXX one of the off shoots of XXXXXXX. Before you say it yes I realize everyone has something bad...

Started by Roundah, 05-27-2013 03:33 AM
Replies: 7 Views: 2,579
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05-27-2013 01:36 PM

6max to FR

OK, so I am thinking of moving into FR cash games to lower the variance side of things. What would be everyone's say top 3 things that I should...

Started by Cobra_1878, 05-20-2013 06:37 PM
Replies: 11 Views: 4,059
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05-24-2013 06:39 PM

AK TPTK oop vs reg overbetting

PokerStars No-Limit Hold'em, $0.05 BB (5 handed) - PokerStars Converter Tool from http://www.flopturnriver.com Hero (SB) ($5.29) BB ($12.23) UTG...

Started by eugmac, 05-23-2013 10:37 AM
Replies: 9 Views: 2,587
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05-24-2013 02:20 PM

[10NL] 98s, 2pr on turn, facing c/r...

Villain was 42/24/2 (3bet) through 117 hands. Didn't fold his BB too much, playing 40%. Fold to cbet, 53%. Notes on Villain: Passive with draws...

Started by Cobra_1878, 05-22-2013 06:38 AM
Replies: 11 Views: 3,454
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05-24-2013 10:19 AM

[5NL] JJ against LAG, river decision...

Villain is 32/20/6 through 325 hands. Fold to 3bet, 56%. Doesn't seem positionally aware, playing 35% of hands UTG. Fold to cbet, 65%. Notes on...

Started by Cobra_1878, 05-22-2013 01:30 PM
Replies: 6 Views: 2,127
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05-24-2013 09:21 AM

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