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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

sets on three flush or three straight boards

i honestly do not know what to say. i play against generally loose passive opponents who are sometimes overaggro with marginal holdings who will...

Started by wufwugy, 04-15-2007 11:36 PM
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04-16-2007 03:32 PM

suited connectors and suited aces in EP

I know that these should probably be mucked when facing strong players but at at micro stakes I really dont know what to do. I generally dont like...

Started by Zaixer, 04-14-2007 09:49 PM
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04-16-2007 03:01 PM

Debit cards that work.

From my expirence lately... PokerStars: Fifth Third Bank MasterCard Check Card ( Yes, they use a MasterCard check card insted of visa check card)...

Started by kerope, 04-15-2007 04:37 PM
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04-15-2007 06:31 PM

VP$IP % for the 19 hands NL strategy?

I read the article on the 19 hands strategy and Im wondering what PT says as far as VPIP% for those hands. Im guessing if your running about...

Started by Checkmate, 04-14-2007 12:02 PM
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04-15-2007 10:46 AM

How to beat the gambler?

I am a first time poster, as is apparent, but have been lurking for awhile trying to hone my game. I know poker players hate hearing bad beat...

Started by Lithium, 04-12-2007 04:54 PM
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04-15-2007 07:47 AM

What do you suggest?

Hi Everyone, My casino, (Star City, Sydney) has a NL game with $1/$2 blinds and a Maximum buy in of $80 (40 big blinds). If I can build my...

Started by moronest, 04-15-2007 05:05 AM
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04-15-2007 06:41 AM

Situation I find myself in a lot

Villain is 60/10/5 and a complete spewtard postflop. Ultimate Bet No-Limit Hold'em, $.50 BB (6 handed) Hand History Converter Tool from...

Started by bigspenda73, 04-14-2007 06:05 PM
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04-15-2007 04:58 AM

A Decent Rate of Return @ .10 / .25 NL?

Hi Guys, I've been playing for about 8 months now - started with SNG's, and noticed i could make money more consistently with Cash Games - so i...

Started by andmunn, 04-12-2007 05:58 PM
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04-15-2007 02:49 AM

First Poker Post

Played a tourney the other night. Was playing "okay" I suppose. Got to the final table and blew it somehow. I'd love some input on how I should...

Started by funeduc8or, 04-14-2007 10:11 AM
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04-15-2007 02:21 AM

VPIP 20

So, I've been logging my hands using PT and so far I'm about a 15/9. I know this is still a bit too tight from what I've heard. What kinds of hands...

Started by Local_Echo, 04-13-2007 04:22 PM
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04-14-2007 12:04 PM

PokerTracker Database Exchange

Is there a way to exchange poker tracker databases, say for example: two people on pokerstars wish to exchange ring game databases ? If so anyone...

Started by Elexshun, 04-14-2007 03:39 AM
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04-14-2007 03:39 AM

Cardrunners?

Does anyoen here use it? Is it worth it and is it worth the extra $115/month for the videos? ($9.99/month no videos, $24.99+99.99 sign up fee/month...

Started by Bait, 04-13-2007 10:25 AM
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04-14-2007 01:03 AM

Mansion poker hand histories for PT

So I recently filled up my trial on PT while clearing my sunpoker bonus, and Im looking at buying it as it is obviously a nessecity, but I was unable...

Started by snowboard_31, 04-13-2007 09:09 PM
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04-13-2007 09:09 PM

Did I play well?

I'm having a fairly poor month. It's a combination of factors, really. I've lost about $1.4k at SHNL, while I'm only up slightly at full-ring. ...

Started by Anosmic, 04-13-2007 04:13 PM
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04-13-2007 06:41 PM

Finally Broke $500 :)

Hey guys I have a couple questions about what to do now. Sorry this is so long. Background info and questions mixed together I started late last...

Started by Bait, 03-30-2007 03:11 PM
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04-13-2007 04:42 PM

PT window up??

I've never seen this mentioned anywhere, but do you guys keep your PT window up on the screen where you can see it? I'm finding it may be a bad habit...

Started by jyms, 04-12-2007 11:23 AM
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04-13-2007 03:13 PM

Your NL Maxims

It would be of great benefit to us players still in the infancy of our learning if some of you seasoned players could provide some of the maxims...

Started by moronest, 04-11-2007 10:37 AM
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04-13-2007 02:52 PM

PF raises early/late

I've read various ideas about pre flop raising and they seem somewhat inconsistent so I wonder what people's experience has taught them? Principle...

Started by Pants_101, 04-12-2007 10:51 AM
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04-13-2007 07:21 AM

calling Reraises with small pocket pairs

Full ring or Short handed, I don't think the discussion changes. Standard situation --- you are in late position with 44 you make it 4bb to go, ...

Started by Jay67s, 04-02-2007 10:40 AM
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04-13-2007 01:09 AM

What am I missing here?

My current br ~$1125 and I feel like I'm learning more and more about 6max NL everyday. I am a bit of a BR nit and b/c this BR is my last shot at...

Started by bigspenda73, 04-12-2007 06:08 PM
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04-12-2007 07:53 PM

Observed funny table chat at 10NL

Observed this. I don't quite understand why they're insulting the stakes that they're playing at. One of the reasons I have chat turned off...

Started by drtofu66, 04-07-2007 12:20 AM
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04-12-2007 07:37 PM

Help with transition to B/M game...

Hi everyone! Thanks in advance for any help you can provide. Most of my experience is online with some real time casual "the- machinery- is-...

Started by speckledgator, 04-08-2007 04:45 AM
Replies: 6 Views: 1,108
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04-12-2007 06:51 PM

Coaching

Are there any very successful players out there that offer to coach online players? I have been fairly successful at sng play and ok at mtt's but...

Started by Marv1105, 04-09-2007 06:45 PM
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04-12-2007 12:25 PM

New to PokerTracker

Just bought my PokerStars last night. What are some of the main options you all use on PT? Filters, labeling players....etc? Also, what...

Started by Pythonic, 04-10-2007 03:40 PM
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04-12-2007 10:35 AM

Small pairs

66-22. How would you play these in EP and MP? I've limped sometimes, folded sometimes, but I get a little confused on how to play these. Should I...

Started by Local_Echo, 04-09-2007 03:24 PM
Replies: 11 Views: 1,257
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04-11-2007 04:07 PM

Understanding A-K

A-K is one of the best starting hands in NL Hold'em. But it is much more difficult to play than K-K and A-A preflop. Deciding whether to...

Started by Vi-Zer0Skill, 04-07-2007 06:15 PM
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04-10-2007 11:36 PM

Sniffing out the set

This is my biggest problem playing holdem. Sniffing out that I am up against a set and drawing thin. Does anyone have any solid recurring things they...

Started by acesfullokings, 04-06-2007 08:56 AM
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04-10-2007 08:41 PM

I am in a backslide.

I realize that I am still a newb, and have really taken my game seriously only the past few months. I know it doesnt seem like much (hence posting in...

Started by buck, 04-06-2007 02:21 AM
Replies: 17 Views: 1,701
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04-10-2007 07:48 PM

Losing your Stack at a B/M game

I usually go to the casino and play 3/6 or 4/8. I play tight and in about 2 hrs or so maybe less i build a nice stack. I feel i am playing solid...

Started by Mashey, 04-10-2007 02:07 PM
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04-10-2007 07:34 PM

maths ??

seen 1 topic on aces being dealt .45% of the time..where can i find info on the web of the maths of being dealt specific hands ect. many thanks...

Started by voo-doo, 04-09-2007 07:01 AM
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04-10-2007 06:26 PM

Open-limping in position

Preface: I play .50/1 NL and 1/2 NL at Full Tilt. This play has been bothering me lately. It just seems stupid from the button and cutoff. ...

Started by andy609, 04-04-2007 12:15 AM
Replies: 14 Views: 1,667
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04-10-2007 04:13 PM

Laid down bottom set in raised pot, and was wrong... Still?

Only have about 40 hands with the guy. I almost never fold this but the board made me think there was nuthin else he could have but an overset. ...

Started by gametight, 04-03-2007 12:36 AM
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04-10-2007 01:28 AM

If you're at a table where 100% of your bets will be called-

(no matter what the size) Aka uber loose passive donk table, =How aggressive / passive are we playing preflop?= =What are we playing preflop?=...

Started by bigslikk, 04-01-2007 11:15 PM
Replies: 7 Views: 1,158
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04-09-2007 06:13 PM

Math question.

My question is in how many hands can I expect to be dealt a specific hand. For example, AA. I know that I will be dealt this particular hand about...

Started by aytopper, 04-05-2007 04:52 PM
Replies: 16 Views: 2,119
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04-09-2007 01:53 AM

BR for cash games?

I'm sure this post has been done to death, but I wanted some fresh input on this. I currently have about $600 on FT and I was pondering moving to...

Started by Local_Echo, 04-05-2007 01:29 PM
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04-08-2007 06:02 PM

Do you have to be 18 or 21 to gamble via online poker?

cuz i'm between

Started by bigslikk, 03-28-2007 06:54 PM
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04-08-2007 12:37 AM

AQs flops flush draw

1-1 PL live, I have the tightest image at the table. I raise in EP with As-Qs 2 calls behind, BB calls. Flop comes 5s 6x 9s. BB is a...

Started by eugmac, 04-06-2007 11:03 AM
Replies: 14 Views: 1,643
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04-07-2007 10:19 PM

Cash tracking

I read about people datamining results for cash games as an alternative to sharkscope. Can anyone tell me where to get the software or how to get a...

Started by martypalin, 04-07-2007 12:11 PM
Replies: 4 Views: 1,193
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04-07-2007 09:38 PM

muppet show?

guys, this prolly needs to be in "off-topic," but: what's the deal with all you regs posting muppet avs all of a sudden? saw one, made me...

Started by Chopper, 04-05-2007 11:16 PM
Replies: 6 Views: 1,138
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04-07-2007 09:31 PM

some hands that came my way at a B&M...

i was playing severely tight, playing only pocket pairs and AK,AQ,etc. like alot of you guys said i should play. Ring game $1/3NL 100max buyin. ...

Started by pokadave, 04-03-2007 05:00 PM
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04-07-2007 04:54 PM

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