$1-5 -> $2-10 The same game?

I used to play stud and loved it, but it was grind as all that was offered was a $1-5 game. I see there is now enough interest that at times there is a $2-10 game.


Is there any strategy change needed between the two games? Rake is the same, bring in is $2 instead of $1. Thanks.

Mike,


Not the same game at all. I would advise watching for a while before jumping in. Just play tight if you decide to play. After a couple of sessions adjust your play to the players.


Paul

Medium Limit Stud" and D. Sklansky's "Theory of Poker".

Sitting Bull

Assuming the antes are also proportionately the same, it tends to be a tougher game, especially if it's the highest stud game available in the area. However, if there's a mid-limit (10-20 or higher) hold'em or Omaha game available, the real tough guys are usually in that game and not in the 2-10 game.


Sometimes 2-10 is played with an ante in cardrooms where 1-5 is not, and that really changes the game. It tends to be much looser, and can be very profitable for a solid player.


TRLS

What is the ante in each case (if any)?