Poker Play Mind Tricks

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Tommy B.

Doing battle in a game of Online Poker requires complete presence in the here and now with every game you play, and every card that is dealt.  So let’s examine the three focal points which should be practiced to complete proficiency while engaging in a battle of wit and strategy in an online poker game. So let the battle plan begin.

Financial Savvy

Strategy begins before you choose your theater. Managing your bankroll before you hit the field will give you the power of your resources to gage your game of preference before you sit down at the table. Knowing your means will give you the confidence to select the table which provides you with the strongest advantage that will promote your strategy.

Defying this strategy will be to your detriment.  Failing to mange your bankroll will cause you to misjudge the right game or stakes level. Choosing the wrong stakes level may cause you to bet beyond your means or you may pull out and lose to and inferior hand. It may also cause you to lose focus.  This strategy should be practiced in live poker events as well as online due to the disadvantage of not being able to see opponents’ reactions face to face, this is particularly the case for online poker.

Another way to keep your finances ahead is with Poker Bonuses.  Every poker room will give you an incentive (bonus) to sign up and play at their poker site.  Poker Stars has a $600 bonus, William Hill features a $2,000 bonus and our favorite is the Party Poker bonus for $500.  These are just a few examples, do your research and read all the bonus terms before depositing.

Keen Psyche

poker brainA poker player’s disposition and single-mindedness is always a crucial element at the poker table. Each player faces choice after choice as to when and how to play the game. Then there is always the onslaught of your opponents trying to relieve you from your bankroll. A player should reconsider seating oneself at a table with an inadequate psyche.

Here are a few things to avoid before you visit the felt or push that virtual button. Don’t have an argument with your significant other.  Don’t have a few to many drinks, it tends to make bolder or make less intelligent bets. And yes, a hang-over is also included in that warning.

So the bottom line for poker players’ weather you’re playing in real time or online is to keep an intense handle on the state of your bankroll and be on your guard with a cool keen psyche above all.

Resources:

  • PokerStrategy.com – Good source of  Poker Strategy articles and even some videos.
  • PokerNewsBoy.com – Latest unfiltered poker news of both live and online poker

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Sports Betting Lingo

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Tommy B.

betting termsI’m new to betting on psorts and was surprised at all the sports betting terms used at the sportsbooks.  I knew a few basic terms like betting the spread and the current line, but it gets much more advanced with terms like parlays and teasers.  Also, I read that 80% of all bets are now “live bets”.  Live betting are bets made during the game.  For example, you can bet on the next play of the game.  This will be fun during football season!

I have been using Bodog, but Lately I switched and have been using Bet Online to place my small sports bets.  I have never played any fantasy sports games/leagues, but I think I’m going to give it a shot.  Yahoo sports and ESPN Fantasy Sports are the 2 most common sites for running leagues.  Anyone have any experience with the fantasy sports?

I have never bet horses online, but have been to my local race track and they have even more betting terms.  I like to bet on a horse to “Place”, which means if that horse comes in first OR second place, I win the bet.  There is also a Quinella where you must call the first two finishers, and order doesn’t matter.  This can get very confusing for new bettors.

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How to Pick Best Poker Room

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Tommy B.

If you plan to start playing online, follow these tips when picking an online poker room:

1. Visit the websites first. The main page of online poker rooms often tells what they emphasize. They also tell you things they believe you should know. Check if the website is easy to navigate as it will also reflect the actual layout of the game software.  Verify is the site is one of the many popular poker sites that has a good reputation.  Make sure that the website can tell you everything you need to know about the company and other things that should concern you.

2. It should promote security and fairness. Here is a perennial issue among online services. You will usually find the answer over their website as well. Check the associated logos that they have posted. These are indications about the technologies and groups that help ensure that random generators are working properly and in perfection. The same goes for security. See if they have a security page that details how they prevent online theft of personal information and illegal access to your online wallet.

3. See if there is a trial option. One way to check the quality of the gaming software is by participating in free trials. It would even be better if you do not provide any information, though most poker rooms require you to register before you can play for free. They do this by separating the free players from real players, though playing free is about as much fun as real play is. Other poker rooms give you monetary bonuses, though they have way of getting these bonuses back.

4. Determine the bonuses. Make sure you are using a bonus code that gives you the best poker bonus code.  Do take note that bonuses cannot be withdrawn immediately and must be wagered several times. This prevents scrupulous individuals who only want the bonuses and run.

5. See who the software developer is. Finding out who designed these games will also tell you about quality and how secure it is from attacks. These links are often found on the game’s website. Once you know who powers their poker rooms, take note of the other online poker sites that they helped build. If it is used by a lot of poker sites, then the developer must be doing something right.

6. Look for an available instant play feature. Having to go on business trips is inevitable. But if you want to catch a quick game of poker, it would be very cumbersome to download the software and install the client again among several PCs. Having a Java- or Flash-based browser will be more convenient for you whenever you are not in front of the computer.

7. Look for a game with a jam-packed lobby. Though it may be hard to find a table when there are a lot of people playing, it tells you much about the way the company is taking care of its players. You will also be guaranteed to have quality games anytime to jump into a table.

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Pokerstars Tournaments

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Tommy B.

pokerstars tourneysThanks to its massive player base, PokerStars is able to host the biggest tournaments on the internet. Every week they host the Sunday Million, which is a tournament with a guaranteed prize pool of at least $1,500,000. That’s even bigger than most live poker tournaments.

Any time you log on to PokerStars, you’ll see hundreds of tournaments running. They offer a wide variety of multi-table tournaments, sit and go tournaments, double or nothing SNGs, freeroll tournaments, satellites and more. These tournaments come in all buyin ranges ranging from free to several thousand dollars.

During sign up, you can enter the marketing code Pokerstars 2011, which is PSP1913, and get a $600 Pokerstars Bonus.

PokerStars Ring Games

The ring games are well populated at all hours so finding a game is never a problem. Games of all types can be found, including Texas Holdem, Omaha, Omaha Hi-Lo, Seven Card Stud, Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo, Razz, 2-7 Triple Draw, 2-7 Single Draw, A-5 Triple Draw, Badugi, 5 Card Draw and mixed games such as H.O.R.S.E.

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UB Poker Software Review

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Tommy B.

Before playing poker at UB, you need to create a free player account. In the “UB Referral Code” field enter UBB to ensure you are receiving the best bonus. After registering, you can get the small client that downloads and installs the game software into your computer. There is also an instant play version for people who are often on the road. Once you have finished logging in, you have an option to play for free or to play for real (if such is the case, you will have to make a deposit).

UB Poker was recently part of the online poker ban that took out the 3 largest poker sites.  The poker ban only applies to US residents and took place April 15, 2011.

Next is the poker game selection. You will then see the lobby of the game: Real Money, Ultimate Points, and Free Money. Each lobby shows you the different poker games that are available such the popular Texas Hold’em, Omaha, Stud, and other games. They are categorized by their game format, stakes, and number of hands revealed. You can get more info from a details UB Poker Review. One feature they have is UltimateBuddy, which helps you locate which of your friends are online and available to play with.

After joining a table at UB, a new window appears with the game table taking most of the space. Players have simple avatars, and the community cards are placed on the center. On the lower left corner, you have three buttons you can use during the progress of the game. Chat allows you to communicate with the other players, perhaps even bluff your way into a game. There is an info button about the current table, and a Stat button that provides several neat numbers and percentages such as hands and bets of every player. This will help you win more hands at UB Poker. On the upper right of the window are additional controls to go back to the lobby and head over to the cashier, as well as important options such as hand history and replay. Such tools will help your strategy in the game.

The UB poker room also promises to keep you personal information and money safe with multiple firewalls and high-level encryptions. Independent testing was also done to the card generators to ensure that a level of fairness in each game. Players with issues about their account or the actual playing of games can also contact their 24/7 technical support.

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Playing online slots is fun

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Tommy B.
casino online slotsThe thrill of gambling has been a passion for many for quite some time. For some it’s the fun and excitement they get when they pull the handle of their favorite slot machine. If you cannot get to a land based casino have you tried playing slots online? Online slots offer the player a way to play all their favorite slot games right from the comfort of their own home. Players will be able to choose from a variety of different slot games as well as a variety of different online casinos.

Playing online slots is fun and exciting and will give you the feel that you are at a real land based casino. No matter which style of slots one likes to play they be able to find them online as well. Online slots come in the traditional 3 line slots, to 5 line slots all the the way up to the video slots with multi pay lines. Online slots even offer amazing bonus rounds and stunning graphics. Being able to play slots whenever you want is a draw for many slot lovers. You can even play no download slots right in Firefox or Internet Explorer. Now you can be playing your favorite slots as you are drinking your morning coffee and still in your pajamas.

There are many benefits to playing slots online. Some of these include the ability to play when you want and for how long you would like, the ability to try many different slots without having to walk around and find them and if one is a non-smoker they won’t have to deal with smoke filled casinos anymore. Playing online slots can provide you with hours of entertainment and a chance to win big.

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Online Poker Rooms

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Tommy B.

If you are a new to online poker, it will be advisable to find the most ideal poker rooms to play in. Not all poker sites are alike, or even equal, and you will need to consider several factors before choosing a poker room to play in. Finding the best poker rooms is a time-consuming process. You will need to do your research, and even do a comparison of each site. It is a good thing that there are online reviews of poker rooms that will help you get started and cut down your research time considerably.

One factor that makes a poker room popular is the poker bonus opportunities it offers. Online reviews will show you which poker sites give bonus opportunities, a varied selection of games, and even training for the untutored. You will also find out the minimum amount required to open an account on each site. The most important thing is to find a poker room which you will be sure to enjoy yourself in card games that cater to your style of playing.

There are many poker rooms that specialize in different versions of poker. For instance, if you enjoy Texas Hold’em, you would be able to find online reviews that point towards sites that focus on this game. Simply search the web for poker review sites to find facts and comparisons about each poker room and the kind of enjoyment they offer. If you can find a review site that gives you a listing of poker rooms that give bonuses, you are in for a great time playing poker games where you can win lots of money. Poker room reviews are valuable assets to your poker playing adventure, and the information they contain will help you in your quest for lots of fun and challenge.

When you are just starting your foray into online poker, you may encounter some obstacles, and one of these may be your country of origin. The United States and Israel are two countries which have obdurate banking laws governing the playing of online poker, in part to limit or even to eliminate online gambling. These laws are a cause of much misunderstanding, and it would serve your best interests to consult online poker reviews for the best poker room hosted in a country that has a more unbiased stand on online gambling, and poker in particular.

There are also a lot of sites that run illegal scams and these are something you would want to avoid at all costs. Choose a site that is both simple and easy to use. Wouldn’t it be awful if you inadvertently deposit your money on a site that will take you weeks or even months to learn how to navigate? Online poker room reviews will give you a lowdown on these kinds of sites to help you avoid them, while still giving you enough choices from among the many other legitimate sites and rooms that are popular for their ease of use.

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