Commerce and Bike game selection -- question for SoCal players

[Aces McGee]

I will be playing at one or both of these places the weekend of May 7-8. I play 3/6 online and 4/8, 5/10, and 6/12 live, though I am bankrolled (in both money and, I think, experience) for 10/20 and wouldn't mind playing that high, though I never have before (I have played 5/10 full kill, though).

What games should I look to play? I'm (obviously) looking for a loose-passive game, but my impression is that aggression rules the day in California. Any games that are better than others? Any to avoid? What type of play can I expect?

Thanks in advance.

-McGee

[andyfox]

I'd suggest going to both places. Commerce is huge and will offer a large variety of games. There's no 10-20, however; they play 9-18 and then the next highest game is 15-30.

The Bike is, to me, a more relaxing place, not as loud with the tables spaced somewhat farther apart. The food is mediocre, but better than at Commerce. They do have a 10-20 (with 8-16 being the next lowest stakes level). Both places have plenty of games at lower stakes.

The games are prototypically loose and aggressive, though sometimes loose passive.

[Aces McGee]

Thanks, andyfox.

Do you know if either of those places have shuttles or anything like that to LAX?

-McGee

[andyfox]

I believe they do, but I'm unsure.

BTW, the closest casino to LAX is Hollywood Park. I don't know how the action compares to Commerce or The Bike, the place is a bit less grand than the other two. If I was coming to play poker, I'd not want to miss Commerce though, just to see it.

[Aces McGee]

Thanks, andyfox. I definitely don't want to miss Commerce, and my understanding is that the Bike is just a short cab ride away. I'll look into shuttles to the airport (I don't like to drive and will not be renting a car).

One other silly question that someone may be able to answer for me...do these poker rooms have a coat room or anything where I can store my bags?

-McGee

[Jeffage]

Bike does. Not sure about Commerce b/c I stayed there so didn't need to store anything.

Jeff

[dsw1977]

As Andy mentioned, Hollywood Park is a dump, but is very close (5 minutes) to LAX. They have a 10-20 game that isn't always going, and even when it is, IMO, is not worth playing due to the group of regulars that sit in the game. Otherwise 6-12 (I can't speak to) or 15-30 (agressive, but soft). Much better games are consistently found at Commerce or the Bike.

[ShawnHoo]

I guess it all depends who you ask. IMO, the yellow chip games at HP are the most loose-passive, easiest games I've ever played in.

[Rick Nebiolo]

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Thanks, andyfox. - Do you know if either of those places have shuttles or anything like that to LAX? - -McGee

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Generally you can call the Concierge or Welcome Center at the various casinos and sometimes can arrange a ride, although it may not be convenient. Cab ride from LAX to Hollywood Park is about $15 bucks with tip - the others would be much higher. Rent a car if you can.

~ Rick

[Sponger15SB]

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The food is mediocre, but better than at Commerce.

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I think the food at commerce is good. Its like 5 restaurants rolled into one at the tables.

My mouth is watering right now thinking of the kung pao chicken with the huge slabs of onion and bell pepper.