$50+$5 SNG Challenge on PartyPoker

I've decided to embark on a SNG challenge on the $50 level beginning this week. I'll try and get through 1000 SNGs and see how my stats go, then post them here. Wish me luck!

[tigerite]

I would, but I play there, don't want you having my luck /images/graemlins/grin.gif So, I'll say good luck as long as you don't play on my tables.. /images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[MegaBet]

yawn...zzzzzz.

Sorry if it does not interest you Megabet.

[MegaBet]

As with all "challenges" here, you will update this thread less and less and we'll never know how you did because you will lose interest as the reality of what you are trying to do sinks in.

[Mr_J]

I agree most people can't follow through with their challenges (I got a medical prob when I tried my last the $20k in 30 days one).

I got motivation though. When I've done it I get to retire, apart from the 1hr/day needed for sportsbetting.

I've already gotten through 50 SNGs last night. Today, I hope to complete 100. I'll post an update soon.

I realize how much of a grind it is to play 1000 SNGs, but I'm willing to give it a try.

Done with 180 SNGs so far...my raw base stats so far are 17.08% ROI and my ITM is 37.8%. So far, not getting burnt out yet, but I can definetely see myself slowing down after 300 or so. Will post complete stats update at the end of tomorrow or Thursday.

I am officially slowing down because I feel like a machine, pumping out 10 SNGs/hour. The good news is I'm 30.4% through the challenge, playing night and day. Here are my stats so far:

1000 SNG Challenge ($50+$5)
Total: 304
1st 45 Total Winnings: $2,580
2nd 35 Winnings/SNG: $8.49
3rd 28 Hourly Wage: $50.92
4th 39 ROI: 15.43%
5th 30 ITM: 35.53%
6th 35
7th 29 Total Invested: $16,720
8th 22 Total Returned: $19,300
9th 31
10th 10 Time Invested: 50.67


I seem to be getting 1st, 4th, and 6th the most. I usually like to get aggressive near the end, thus resulting in either a lot of chips or a bubble bust. My ROI is not as high as I would like it to be. I was aiming for around 18% and I had that for the first 150 SNGs, but since then it has declined to 15.5%. Anyways, just wanted to make sure I dropped an update. I'm thinking of taking two days off before pumping out more SNGs, since my head is fried right now.

[Flopzilla]

Hi,
How many tables are you playing at a time...your ave. per hour seems like you are 4 tabling?

[downtown]

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Hi,
How many tables are you playing at a time...your ave. per hour seems like you are 4 tabling?

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10 SNGs/hour

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Looks like 8-10 tabling to me.

[chisness]

your roi is very good and your statements aren't very meaningful because 150 is so small.

[rbear]

my guess is 8, assuming he loads up a game for every one he busts. My typical games last ~45-50 minutes.

[Femto]

he is clearly playing six tables. hourly rate/$ per tourney.

[raptor517]

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he is clearly playing six tables. hourly rate/$ per tourney.

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ooo, perceptive. holla

I call bullshit--that distribution doesn't look real at all.

More 9ths than 3rd and 5ths?

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I am officially slowing down because I feel like a machine, pumping out 10 SNGs/hour. The good news is I'm 30.4% through the challenge, playing night and day. Here are my stats so far:

1000 SNG Challenge ($50+$5)
Total: 304
1st 45 Total Winnings: $2,580
2nd 35 Winnings/SNG: $8.49
3rd 28 Hourly Wage: $50.92
4th 39 ROI: 15.43%
5th 30 ITM: 35.53%
6th 35
7th 29 Total Invested: $16,720
8th 22 Total Returned: $19,300
9th 31
10th 10 Time Invested: 50.67


I seem to be getting 1st, 4th, and 6th the most. I usually like to get aggressive near the end, thus resulting in either a lot of chips or a bubble bust. My ROI is not as high as I would like it to be. I was aiming for around 18% and I had that for the first 150 SNGs, but since then it has declined to 15.5%. Anyways, just wanted to make sure I dropped an update. I'm thinking of taking two days off before pumping out more SNGs, since my head is fried right now.

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[downtown]

Weird things happen in a span of 304 SNGs (his sample size)... I have no idea who the OP is, but it seems plausible.

Why would he make those stats up? /images/graemlins/confused.gif I have the same number of 1st, 5th and 7th places in my last 300 55s. Doesn't seem too weird.

[The Don]

Judging by his % of 1sts it looks pretty accurate.

1000 SNG Challenge ($50+$5)
Total: 400
1st 59 Total Winnings: $4,050
2nd 48 Winnings/SNG: $10.13
3rd 41 Hourly Wage: $67.87
4th 46 ROI: 18.41%
5th 42 ITM: 37.00%
6th 44
7th 38 Total Invested: $22,000
8th 30 Total Returned: $26,050
9th 38
10th 14 Time Invested: 59.67

I've noticed many of you were wondering how many tables I'm playing. I have been 8-tabling and playing them in sets, which means I play out all 8 tables before I buy into another 8 tables. I find that when I buy into new tables once I bust out of old tables, it's hard to keep track of blinds and chip stacks. When I play in sets, usually the blinds are within one level of one another, which generally makes it easier to keep track of things.

I know my sample size is too small, but I was just trying to make a short analysis of what my first 300 SNGs were like.

Why does the distribution not look real and why would I make it up?

[applejuicekid]

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I call bullshit--that distribution doesn't look real at all.

More 9ths than 3rd and 5ths?

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I am officially slowing down because I feel like a machine, pumping out 10 SNGs/hour. The good news is I'm 30.4% through the challenge, playing night and day. Here are my stats so far:

1000 SNG Challenge ($50+$5)
Total: 304
1st 45 Total Winnings: $2,580
2nd 35 Winnings/SNG: $8.49
3rd 28 Hourly Wage: $50.92
4th 39 ROI: 15.43%
5th 30 ITM: 35.53%
6th 35
7th 29 Total Invested: $16,720
8th 22 Total Returned: $19,300
9th 31
10th 10 Time Invested: 50.67


I seem to be getting 1st, 4th, and 6th the most. I usually like to get aggressive near the end, thus resulting in either a lot of chips or a bubble bust. My ROI is not as high as I would like it to be. I was aiming for around 18% and I had that for the first 150 SNGs, but since then it has declined to 15.5%. Anyways, just wanted to make sure I dropped an update. I'm thinking of taking two days off before pumping out more SNGs, since my head is fried right now.

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I have played with the OP several times, and I believe this distribution is accurate and reflects his play style. He's willing to do some silly things early to gather some chips.

[chekraze]

what kind of stuff do u do early on that either busts u soon or gives u the good ITM finishes.

i'm new to the sng game and play only 1 table at a time. but i notice that if i don't start well i don't finish well.

thanks to anyone who answers.

Play pocket pairs for sets, suited connectors for straights/flushes, be aggressive with flush draws. It's a style that doesn't work for everyone though because it's very easy to bust if you're not careful.

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I have played with the OP several times

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Just curious, what's your name on Party?

[Skipbidder]

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why would I make it up?

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Because you are a poker player.

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why would I make it up?

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Because you are a poker player.

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Why believe anyone on this forum then?