Are blocking bets a good idea?

[Bolivia]

Blocking bets are a good idea only if they will get the job done. Remember against strong players they only appear as a weak lead, and if they have more the 3 brain cells they'll pounce on you to take the pot away from you.

I only recommemd block bets against players that are weak enough that they won't make a play at the pot, then they'll get the job done of controlling the size of money required for showdown.

Remember poker is all about trying not to have any tough decisions, which makes block bets a delicate play. If it's done right you get a showdown cheap, but if done against the wrong player you'll put yourself in a tough spot.

-bolivia