We’ve have a reader question come in on the subject of poker hands. Let’s take a look: Question: Why Can’t You Always Have the Option to Fold a Hand in Poker? Answer: it has something to do with ettique , its all done in turn . Lets say the guy in front of you is worried about the 2nd behind you as far as losing the hand so he will most likely check to see and he sees the 2nd guy behind you folding out of turn and he... 

What’s this week’s question? Let’s dive straight in… Question: Case in point, I had on one or more occasion THREE KINGS (to be exact twelve times!), in my own belief to be the winning hand. I NEVER WON NOT ONE HAND, while other players win with no problem! Why me? Answer: it happens, that's poker  Read More →

This week’s question is a good one. Let’s have a look: Question: Poker Rules. What is Higher a Straight or a Flush.? Answer: Actually, Meister is wrong. A full house also beats a flush. Here are the ranks of hands, from lowest to highest. High card: highest card of five when there is no pattern. Pair: two cards of the same rank, like two aces or two fours. Two pair: two different pairs of cards, like two aces and two sixes. Three... 

We’ve have a reader question come in on the subject of poker. Let’s take a look: Question: What are the pros and cons of the differnt types of poker chips? How many of each color/denomination are needed for having a home game? Answer: This depends on what kind of home game you are speaking of. My guess is you're speaking of No Limit Texas Hold'em tournaments. (The most popular, usually shown on television) The type... 

This week’s question is as follows: Question: In an easy to understand way, please! Hi Zed…Sorry I should have clarified that I meant the 2/4 rule of calculating odds. Sorry! I play on PokerStars :o) Answer: You take how many cards left in the deck could complete your hand, and multiply that by 2 for the turn, 4 for the river. So say there's 5 cards in the deck that will give you your hand. You multiply that by 2, and... 

A poker question that should definitely interest you all this week Question: How Do I Make Poker Chip Labels? Answer: Illustrator and and photoshop are great programs just find some circular labels the right size and run with your idea. if you don't want to design it yourself here is a great site to make them for you. awesome clay chips  Read More →

We’ve have a reader question come in on the subject of poker rules. Let’s take a look: Question: What Are the Rules of the H.O.R.S.E. Poker Tournament at the WSOP? Answer: The H.O.R.S.E. poker tourney consists of Hold'em, Omaha, Razz, Stud, and Eight or better, all different poker games. The buy-in for the 2006 event is $50,000 and I would guess you'd have to do well in all 5 events to be the outright winner.  Read More →

A tough poker rules question this week. Let’s dive straight in Question: According to Poker Rules, What is the Highest Hand if Two Players Have Royal Flushes? Answer: Spades, Hearts, Diamonds then clubs  Read More →

This week’s question is as follows: Question: Where can I learn the formula that shows you how to calculate the percentages of who has the better hand. When you watch poker on t.v.-how do they know which hand has the higher percentage of winning? Answer: There is no exact formula. The computer (in mili/nano seconds) plays out every possible situation. If one player has 2D/4D and the other has 9S/9C the computer will determine... 

We’ve have a reader question come in on the subject of poker hands. Let’s take a look: Question: Is There an Easy Mnemonic to Memorise the Priority Order of Hands in Hold ‘em Poker? Answer: You might be able to find one, but the best way to learn is just by playing. Keep a cheat sheet next to you and check it often until you no longer need it. There's no shame in doing that and it's perfectly legal.  Read More →