Re: Speed Tourney (Fold\'em Hold\'em)
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So you play your regular game for about 12-15 minutes? With blinds going up every 3 minutes you aren't going to be able to wait around for premium hands.
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True, but when you do get your hand there's a good shot at doubling or tripling up because a lot of folks will go all-in with Ace-rag, King-rag, or PPs. Blinds do go up fast and that is why it is so important to play as fast as possible during the first 5-10 levels. If you don't hit your hand early, then it is time to turn LAG in the later rounds and GAMBOOL.
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I also don't recall a time where a 4-5xBB bet was even possible after the first 30 minutes unless you were the chip leader.
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Exactly. This only works if you are the chip leader or at least outstack the blinds.
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My advice is to avoid these tournaments.
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For most pros, semi pros, and grinders - this is good advice. This is not poker. Poker is about work, patience, +EV plays, and profit.
These tourneys are for casual players looking for entertainment. Not so much a crapshoot but more like pulling the handle on a slot machine after feeding in $33.00. Hopefully you hit your line after the reels stop spinning.
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