Omaha High-Low is an action game, but only about 15% of hands dealt are playable. Bill Boston, author and poker player, states that only 662 out of 5,278 hands are worthwhile to be played. Of those, 621 have at least one ace. Remember, you only have to pay twice to play every 10 hands at the table: the big and…
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Riverboat Gambling and More – Glasgow Style
The Grosvenor Casino Riverboat is a scenic destination on the historic River Clyde that features poker, roulette, blackjack, and slot machines. It’s also home to the Louisiana Restaurant, serving fresh seafood, as well as authentic Scottish cuisine. This premiere entertainment and dining location can be found in Broomielaw, at the King George V bridge. Additionally, less than a kilometer from…
Rabbit Hunting…A Rant
Not sure how you feel about “rabbit-hunting” but, to me, it’s annoying and slows down the game. “Rabbit-hunting” is when a player (who folded) asks to see the turn and/or river. Why? To see if they made a good fold or should have stayed in. Do they feel better or worse? Yes, if it was a good fold. No, if…
Flashback Friday: Poker In Laughlin, NV
Had a magical week playing poker this week. On Monday made the final table at the Colorado Belle and finished 9th. On Tuesday’s tournament at Harrah’s finished first after chopping with #2 (higher percentage payout). On Wednesday, at Don Laughlin’s Riverside Hotel & Casino, won a turbo tournament; flopped a full house on the fifth and final hand and quintupled…
Travel Tuesday: July 4th in Depth
Independence Day of the United States commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, by the Continental Congress. The thirteen American colonies then considered themselves as a new nation. Here’s how far we’ve come. $6.77B – Total planned spending on July 4th food. 150 Mil. – Hot dogs are consumed each July 4th holiday. 700 Mil.…
10 Best & Worst Staycations in the USA
To help Americans find the best staycation spots in the U.S. — and the ones worth leaving home for — WalletHub’s number crunchers compared the 150 largest cities across 28 key metrics. Our data set includes such metrics as movie and bowling costs, golf courses, frozen-yogurt shops and spas per capita, and the cost of house-cleaning services. Best Cities for…
San Diego To Host Baseball’s 87th All-Star Game
Baseball’s 87th All-Star Game will be held this year on July 12 at San Diego’s Petco Park. Hosted by the Padres, they have chosen Padres Hall of Famers Trevor Hoffman and Dave Winfield as their official spokesmen. The National League team will be trying to end a three game/year skid. If you are in town for the game, take time…
Travel Talk Tuesday – Packing
Besides the usual electronic gear including a mini-portable charger, a seam ripper and super glue are in my carry-on. Additionally, I don’t go anywhere without my two favorite Chico Bag products tucked away in a corner of my suitcase. It’s their Sling and Travel Pack (backpack). What unusual default accessories do you pack? Shaving hint: leave behind that bulky can…
Top 10 Poker Players – 2010
In 2010, Poker for Dummies listed their “Ten Poker Legends.” Stu Unger Johnny Moss Jack “Treetop” Strauss Benny Binion “Amarillo Slim” Preston Doyle Brunson Johnny Chan Phil Helmuth, Jr. Scotty Nguyen Chris Moneymaker (the Moneymaker effect) What changes would you make to this lineup today?
Don’t Be Too Eager To Drive Everyone Out
Last night in a limit home game, with Q-J-10 of diamonds on the flop, a player to my right bet the limit. Everyone folded except one player. The turn was a blank. He bet the limit again and it was folded to him. He showed the A-9 of diamonds; the nuts. Now, here’s the real story. We have a bonus for…