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#1 27th May 2010, 6:06 AM

I would like to know what number one rule you go by when playing online poker
cheers

#2 27th May 2010, 6:18 AM

Disregard females, acquire currency.

#3 27th May 2010, 12:45 PM

The number one rule is Bank Roll Management.

I dont always adhere like I should but I believe this to be #1

#4 28th May 2010, 5:28 AM

what rule do you follow about bankroll management sorry im new to cash games

#5 28th May 2010, 6:03 AM

http://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq...oll+management

I play SnGs and go by a 20 buyin rule, if I don't have enough for 20 buyins at a $ level I drop down. I am willing to drop down so I don't mind only 20 buyins (usually only playing between $1-$5). I think for cash games its generally 40-100 full buyins.

#6 28th May 2010, 7:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moonshinesilver

I would like to know what number one rule you go by when playing online poker
cheers

Don't let old ladies push you around.. they're not as innocent as they look.

Oh wait.. online.. I'm thinking about live poker.

#7 28th May 2010, 7:23 AM

Position, Position, Position!!!!!!!

#8 28th May 2010, 11:45 AM

Maintain concentration and avoid distractions like browsing etc.

#9 28th May 2010, 11:50 AM

Agree regarding bankroll management.
I try to follow the simple Ferguson rules as specified in details here -
http://academy.fulltiltpoker.com/les...oll-management

#10 28th May 2010, 12:08 PM

Don't be afraid to fold the best hand.

#11 28th May 2010, 2:16 PM

nr 1 rule is: just because you are playing micros don't assume everyone is a weak player.

#12 28th May 2010, 3:03 PM

+1 to maintaining concentration
this is my new #1 rule, no more playing while at work or while watching the baby, i miss a lot of hands bc im changing a diaper or feeding a bottle

#13 28th May 2010, 4:22 PM

Don't masturbate near the bubble

#14 28th May 2010, 5:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ecomdan

Don't masturbate near the bubble

But if you do make sure you wear a condom.

LMAO

#15 28th May 2010, 6:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ecomdan

Don't masturbate near the bubble

oh, ok. That explains maybe where one of my leaks is....uhhh..... coming from.....

#16 28th May 2010, 6:04 PM

play well, run good.

#17 28th May 2010, 6:09 PM

No 1 rule for me is like "Whats is your number 1 rule for avoiding road accidents?" Barring not driving, there are a number of "No 1s" as in poker. Many already mentioned here, it is also situational. Are you tired on a certain day? Are you playing more than one game? Is your game leaking in a certain area that you are aware of? The best was to find out your no 1 rule is to play and see what rule will strengthen your game the most NOW, and change that rule as it needs. Maybe the no 1 rule is "Dont pay attention to just 1 rule"

#18 4th June 2010, 1:08 AM

Patience, patience, patience!

#19 4th June 2010, 1:22 AM

Don't tilt. In other words, don't let you emotions play the game you should be playing with strategy, logic and experience.

#20 4th June 2010, 1:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ecomdan

Don't masturbate near the bubble

+1

#21 4th June 2010, 2:44 PM

I don't really go by any rules when I'm playing poker. The most important rule I think is bankroll management. That is always needed to be considered.

#22 4th June 2010, 3:05 PM

Try to run like god at all times

Seriously though, mine is probably not playing when I'm too tired or not in the mood. Way more mistakes happen when I'm forcing myself to play.

#23 7th June 2010, 12:57 AM

Toss up to me:
Bankroll Management or
Healthy mind, feed it, rest it.

#24 7th June 2010, 12:22 PM

What TOM1559 said

#25 7th June 2010, 12:35 PM

bankroll management ,patience and if having a bad run put down the mouse and come back later.

#26 7th June 2010, 2:16 PM

Believe the bet. Wait for the hand. Spring the trap.

#27 7th June 2010, 2:18 PM

Never, ever bluff

#28 10th June 2010, 4:03 AM

My #1 rule is don't play online poker. Every time I follow it I save myself some money.

My #2 and #3 rules would probably be "Get good cards." And "Bluff when they'll fold." in no particular order.

But I really do try to follow my #1 rule.

#29 10th June 2010, 12:48 PM

Since online poker does not require the level of skills that live poker do, my number one rule is also to manage my bankroll effectively, like NC_Royals mentioned. Then comes mastering the game very well, as well as applying bluffing skills effectively.

#30 12th June 2010, 10:07 PM

Patience.
BRM.
Position - I only play premium hands in early position. My hand range widens if I'm in late position, and it's easier to control the game from late position.

Finally - poker is harder than I think it is.

#31 12th June 2010, 10:11 PM

This thread reminds me of this one from the Golden Archive: CC's 100 greatest tips

#32 12th June 2010, 10:18 PM

I'd say live by the sword, die by the sword

#33 13th June 2010, 2:56 AM

He's not bluffing.

#34 14th June 2010, 4:52 AM

play tight, but dont be afraid to play good hands!

#35 18th June 2010, 6:26 AM

Leave all emotion at the door.

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