Hi Roland,

First, a comment on players for which you do not have a read. I used to be very careful with these. I have changed this approach. When I see a player for whom I have no info, I assume generally weak till I see any other indication. It seems to me this approach works. I'd like to see others' comments on this.

3rd: It seems to me the tables I play (2/4, 3/6, 5/10) are so live/aggressive that I expect to be able to Bring-In and re-raise on 3rd. If the other A was not out, would you still bring in for the full bet? I don't remember the last time I brought in for a full bet.

4th: The boards sure are not what you want to see. However, I would probably raise:
1- I think you are probably ahead.
2- suspected weakness of players.

5th: Spades look scary. I agree with the call.

6th: I agree with the bet. I would also dismiss Seat 6 on a draw. Indeed, it looks to me like Seat 6 has confirmed the suspicion of weakness with his check/call.

7th: I agree with the bet. I think the fold is a mistake.
I would guess your read is correct most of the time but not often enough to justify a fold.

Cheers,