Forum: Science, Math, and Philosophy
12-08-2005, 01:40 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 329
Re: The Egg Drop
I've seen this done at science competitions. The box should hold small particles, like cat litter. The idea is that, when the egg hits it, the energy of the dropping egg is distributed across the...
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
04-07-2005, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 123
Re: 1st B&M trip to Trump Indiana Report
You missed three things that I consistently see the few times a year I actually get to travel up to that area
1) The old lady who calls all the way to the river, and when she makes her hand,...
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Forum: Beginners Questions
09-22-2004, 02:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 82
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Forum: Beginners Questions
09-19-2004, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 82
Royal Vegas HH
Can anyone tell me how to get hand histories for Royal Vegas Poker? I must be blind because I can't find any button/menu leading to hand histories...Thanks
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Forum: Beginners Questions
09-09-2004, 01:29 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 78
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Forum: Small Stakes Pot-, No-Limit Hold'em
09-03-2004, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 89
Thanks
Thanks for the responses. This hand was the last hand of the night so I've have all day today to think about it. I agree with both suggestions. I don't feel too bad about the loss because I got my...
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Forum: Small Stakes Pot-, No-Limit Hold'em
09-03-2004, 01:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 89
25NL 6-max hand
I haven't posted many hands in the past, but I thought I'd get some opinions on this one. The game is Party's 25NL 6-max table. It's been a fairly normal game. I've been playing tighter than the...
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Forum: Beginners Questions
09-01-2004, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 322
Views: 908
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Forum: Beginners Questions
08-31-2004, 12:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 82
Re: LAG?
A quick link of common abbreviations is on the frame at the left. Scroll down past the forum links...
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Forum: Internet Gambling
08-27-2004, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 24
Re: Computer Upgrade Suggestions Needed
That guy at CompUSA is trying to take advantage of your lack of knowledge. First off, it sounds like you have a fairly new computer with a 1.5GHz processor (I'm running 800MHz!). You should...
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Forum: Small Stakes Pot-, No-Limit Hold'em
08-27-2004, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 110
Re: beginner NL theory
I don't have TOP or SS near me, but I think you over played the semibluffs. Semibluffs are used: 1) when there's a possibility everyone will fold; 2) if you are called, you can still draw to the...
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Forum: Beginners Questions
08-25-2004, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 126
Re: PT Manual
Their manual is an "online" version, meaning it is packaged with the program. After starting PT, go to "Help-->Main Index". You can also go to "Help-->Getting Started" for an intro on using PT. ...
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Forum: Books and Publications
08-21-2004, 12:02 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 126
Re: Method for \"studying\" a poker book...
If you are learning the starting hand requirements (grouping and what to do in each position according to HPFAP), I suggest something other than flashcards. Playing online, I found it too time...
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Forum: Beginners Questions
08-14-2004, 04:40 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 80
Re: Is Party NL / 25 easier than microlimit HE?
I think you said it correctly when you mention more variance. Since 25NL is a no limit game, you will have those time where you lose your buyin on a miraculous draw, or double up on an idiot hoping...
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Forum: Other Other Topics
03-17-2004, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 312
Re: Dumbest rule in sports
I've been subjected to the famous scratch strategy numerous times as well as the classical safety shot where the cue ball is just tapped. The ball-in-hand rule applies to all fouls (scratches, not...
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Forum: Home Poker
02-29-2004, 11:06 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 79
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
11-10-2003, 01:26 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 81
Trump Riverboat, Northwest Indiana
I spoke to a friend tonight about playing poker in northwest Indiana around Christmas. He told me that the Trump was opening a pokerroom around the first of December. Has anybody heard anything...
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Forum: Books and Publications
08-15-2003, 12:57 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 117
Re: Inside the poker mind?
I agree with Easy E's post. I'd also suggest the Psychology of Poker to give you good insight on when and how to adjust your game against certain types of players. IMO, PoP goes hand-in-hand with...
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Forum: Brick and Mortar
08-15-2003, 12:22 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 79
Halifax, NS Poker Room
I just came back from Halifax, NS. I read in the archives that the local casino has a poker room. In fact, the casino's website actually "pumps up" this aspect of the casino. Having never been to...
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Forum: Multi-table Tournaments
08-15-2003, 12:09 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 41
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Forum: Books and Publications
07-30-2003, 02:36 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 82
Re: how to study
Here's the way I learned. I first sat down and virtually memorized the hand rankings. But actually utilizing these became a problem while playing. I basically became confused while actually...
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Forum: Mid-, High-Stakes Pot- and No-Limit Hold'em
07-23-2003, 12:02 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 74
Bad Play w/ 66
I'm playing .5/1 NLHE at Crazy Vegas (I took advantage of $10 no deposit bonus, built it to 25 for the buyin, built that to 90, started today's game with 25). I'm in LMP ($73) with 66. The game has...
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Forum: Home Poker
07-17-2003, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 82
Re: Raleigh NC area
Check out Carolina Poker (http://www.carolinapoker.com) . Click on the "Home Games" section for a list of games across the state. You might have to post in the forum to get directions...
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Forum: Internet Gambling
06-18-2003, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 31
Re: Looking for some PC-performance advice
Terry's post is the standard fix to boost performance. I suspect you will find the same suggestions, albeit more detailed and indepth, at that site I told you. If you are thinking about...
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Forum: Internet Gambling
06-17-2003, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 31
Re: Looking for some PC-performance advice
Try searching
Computing Net (http://www.computing.net)
I've used their advice to optimize WinMe, and know they have a load of info on WinXP. You might also find reviews for the two products...
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