Thinking about variance today. Both in life and in poker (is there really any difference?). I think my life has revolved around avoiding variance. I really do hate those poker games where there is a ton of pre-flop raising and re-raising. Even with great starting hands, you can be destroyed by a bad flop. Entering a lot of these big pots can quickly destroy your bankroll, or on the other side of it, build a huge stack. The problem is the big variance, or swing in your fortunes. I much prefer a more steady game, with few raises early which gives you a chance to see more flops, evaluate your hand, and actually give or accept correct pot odds.
On another topic, after hearing about the table changes at the Crazy Moose, I am thinking about not playing there anymore. It is sort of like my little private club (cozy atmosphere) has been invaded by the masses. I really don't like playing poker on the table games layout, even if only for a while in a tournament. What I really do hate is the slow deterioration of the poker room....from 4 tables, to 3, and now 2. Also, I have been hating the 2/20 spread game for a while. I used to be a much more consistent winner at the 3/6 and 4/8 games. Also, if that were not enough, I also am not happy about the increased rake. Add to that the bingo mentality of the monte carlo board "had to play my suited 2/3 because the straight flush pays $500". So, your aces get crushed because the idiot played them, and then you could not protect against his draws with a big bet because of the spread odds. Great.
I am not crazy about Jokers, and the same is more true about the Lucky Bridge. Jokers does have some good structure tournaments however, and I may restrict myself to tournaments only at both casinos (except of course for the Omaha game).
On another topic, after hearing about the table changes at the Crazy Moose, I am thinking about not playing there anymore. It is sort of like my little private club (cozy atmosphere) has been invaded by the masses. I really don't like playing poker on the table games layout, even if only for a while in a tournament. What I really do hate is the slow deterioration of the poker room....from 4 tables, to 3, and now 2. Also, I have been hating the 2/20 spread game for a while. I used to be a much more consistent winner at the 3/6 and 4/8 games. Also, if that were not enough, I also am not happy about the increased rake. Add to that the bingo mentality of the monte carlo board "had to play my suited 2/3 because the straight flush pays $500". So, your aces get crushed because the idiot played them, and then you could not protect against his draws with a big bet because of the spread odds. Great.
I am not crazy about Jokers, and the same is more true about the Lucky Bridge. Jokers does have some good structure tournaments however, and I may restrict myself to tournaments only at both casinos (except of course for the Omaha game).
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I'm feeling the same way you are. I will probably still play tournaments at the Moose, however, simply because it's the best of the bad choices in the Tri-Cities. This ALMOST makes me want to travel to Legends to play the 3-6 game. I might give it a try. I'm bummed.
Been thinking about variance. A couple definitions are "altered in form" and "change in direction". I like a good steady poker game too but if it weren't for the changes in direction and the alterations in form it would sure be boring. Variance is what keeps poker (and life) interesting. Still, I guess there are limits to everything. What to do, what to do. Have a great Halloween!
Life can be a roller coaster ride, that is for sure. You go up, you come down, you barf on the ground.
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