I’ve hit the 1000 hand mark in my quest, and I’m happy to report my bankroll has indeed gone uphill. I now stand at $9.64.
Most of that income has come from sitting at the $.02/$.04 limit hold’em tables. What’s really nice about those games is the amount of hands you can play. Since the games are so loose and passive, you can play about a third of the hands you’re dealt (I played 29.1% including the blind positions). You’re guaranteed to get handsomely paid on your flushes and straights, and with so many people playing every pot, usually for only one bet, you almost get giddy over your 76s. I averaged 7.7 BB/100 Hands on these tables.
I also played one sit & go for $1 + $.20 (20 cents goes to the house). I took second for a winnings of $2.70. I’m keeping track of these tournament sessions in another spreadsheet, which I’ll share in a future post.
so… i haven’t played online. ever. because i think i fundamentally lack the skills to make me a good poker player. but i’ve been thinking that maybe i should play anyway for the fun of it. i’m trying to decide. right now my computer is broken, and i doubt jackie wants me to download full tilt on to hers.
haha.
but once i get a new one, i’m thinking about doing it. you’ve inspired me. plus if i track my winnings, and i achieve greater results, then i’ll have bragging rights. haha. did i mention i beat andrew in mini golf on saturday?