I was reading my buddies website today and came across a hilarious post that pokes fun at online poker players in general. It's called online poker pimping, and it describes the 10 steps you need to follow to become an online poker pimp. The whole thing is a joke, but it is extremely funny if you're a poker player because you can relate to everything he's saying.
For example, in one section of the post (Step 8) he talks about getting bitches. The funniest part about the getting bitches is when he states that if you really want to be a poker baller, you HAVE to get a massage at the table - it's a necessity. I'm sure we've all seen the faggots getting massages at the table after they win a $30 pot...
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Hellmuth makes another Outrageous Entrance
We all remember Phil showing up to the 2007 WSOP in a NASCAR uniform after crashing his race car a few days before. This year was no different as Phil showed up dressed as an 11 star General for his Day 1d start.
He showed up to the Rio in the back of an Army Jeep and was accompanied by poker pro Mark Kroon as well as eleven ladies all dressed in army apparel. Each lady represented one of Phil's bracelets that he won in years prior. Hellmuth has always tried to stand out and I would say he definitely accomplished his task again this year.
Hellmuth's Day 1d field was the largest of the 4 Day 1 fields and his field of over 2,000 players helped spark a new record for entrants which surpassed last years number of 6,358. This years field was a little over 6,840 and included some well-known professional athletes such as Chuck Liddell, golfer Paul Azinger, and former professional MLB pitcher David Wells.
The WSOP has shown to be an event where all types of men and women can have fun while possibly playing with a professional. Chuck Liddell, for instance, was matched up across the table from Mr. Phil Hellmuth. I'm sure Phil wasn't too harsh on Chuck, but once again we are never sure of what Phil is capable of doing.
Phil's field was not filled with just athletes as some top of the line pros were also in the hunt such as Doyle Brunson, Jerry Yang, and Michael Mizrachi. The 2008 WSOP is sure to be another thrilling and exciting tournament.
He showed up to the Rio in the back of an Army Jeep and was accompanied by poker pro Mark Kroon as well as eleven ladies all dressed in army apparel. Each lady represented one of Phil's bracelets that he won in years prior. Hellmuth has always tried to stand out and I would say he definitely accomplished his task again this year.
Hellmuth's Day 1d field was the largest of the 4 Day 1 fields and his field of over 2,000 players helped spark a new record for entrants which surpassed last years number of 6,358. This years field was a little over 6,840 and included some well-known professional athletes such as Chuck Liddell, golfer Paul Azinger, and former professional MLB pitcher David Wells.
The WSOP has shown to be an event where all types of men and women can have fun while possibly playing with a professional. Chuck Liddell, for instance, was matched up across the table from Mr. Phil Hellmuth. I'm sure Phil wasn't too harsh on Chuck, but once again we are never sure of what Phil is capable of doing.
Phil's field was not filled with just athletes as some top of the line pros were also in the hunt such as Doyle Brunson, Jerry Yang, and Michael Mizrachi. The 2008 WSOP is sure to be another thrilling and exciting tournament.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Trip Report on TurningStone
Along with 3 other friends I recently visited Turning Stone Casino in Verona, NY for nearly a week to play poker while the Heartland Poker Tour also was visiting Turning Stone. The larger buy-in tournaments were earlier in the week building up to the main event which was a buy-in just over $1600. One of my friends was staked in each of the events, a $300, $700, and the main event, but did not run well throughout the course of the trip. I decided that if the cash tables went well I would enter the $220 deep stack turbo tournament on Sunday, the last day of the trip.
As soon as we arrived my friends and I decided to hit up the cash tables for sessions usually lasting for around 3 or 4 hours, then party at night depending on our outcomes. Sometimes we decided to play up until 5 or 6 in the morning depending on how well the sessions were going. The first couple days didn't go as well as expected but the trip turned around quickly as I had a a few very valuable sessions where I bought into the $200 max $2/$3 blinds for $200 then left with around $600 or more. After doing this a couple times I decided that I would play the $220 deep stack tournament on Sunday.
But even before this the trip had many other high points such as the Shenendoah Golf Course that I decided to play, along with the drinking which obviously came at night and even often during the day, I was just disappointed in the lack of beer, liquor doesn't settle too well in the body for around 5 days straight. The golf course was amazing and I shot an 86 which was a fairly decent round for the difficulty of this particular course.
The $220 deep stack started off fairly well with nearly 300 people entered in the tournament along with two other friends of mine. One of my friends was elminated extremely quickly in a 60,000 pot when the blinds were 75/150, which would have set him extremely far ahead of the competition. The other lasted deeper into the tournament but was knocked out by A 10 when he held AQ. I played very well in the beginning and the major hands were as follows.
I first doubled up as a player raised preflop when I held 10 10. He raised about 4 or 5 times the big blind, and flop came all unders 8 7 5, he then decided to just push all-in on the flop and I called instantly showing him my tens, and he flipped up K J. My tens held and I doubled.
Further in I was all in pre-flop with QQ to AJ which very surprisingly held to build my stack well over 100k. I then later woke up to aces in the big blind after a short stack pushed all in pre-flop with 99. I won this pot as an ace flopped which built me up to nearly 200k in chips.
The final two tables started to become crazier as blinds rose every 20 minutes. I was never truly in a shove/fold position, but came very close as blinds rose to around 30,000/60,000 with 5,000 as antes. I played the short stack well building up to around 600,000 into the final table. My final hand was with 10 10 as I raised pre to around 150,000 on the button, the big blind reraised all-in and I was nearly pot committed with less than 300,000 left. I actually almost folded, but decided to call and he showed me his Jacks, which held.
But overall the entire trip was very profittable and turned out to be a blast. We decided we will probably be returning August for the Continental Poker Tour that will run through Turning Stone, which should bring even more people into the casino that the Heartland.
As soon as we arrived my friends and I decided to hit up the cash tables for sessions usually lasting for around 3 or 4 hours, then party at night depending on our outcomes. Sometimes we decided to play up until 5 or 6 in the morning depending on how well the sessions were going. The first couple days didn't go as well as expected but the trip turned around quickly as I had a a few very valuable sessions where I bought into the $200 max $2/$3 blinds for $200 then left with around $600 or more. After doing this a couple times I decided that I would play the $220 deep stack tournament on Sunday.
But even before this the trip had many other high points such as the Shenendoah Golf Course that I decided to play, along with the drinking which obviously came at night and even often during the day, I was just disappointed in the lack of beer, liquor doesn't settle too well in the body for around 5 days straight. The golf course was amazing and I shot an 86 which was a fairly decent round for the difficulty of this particular course.
The $220 deep stack started off fairly well with nearly 300 people entered in the tournament along with two other friends of mine. One of my friends was elminated extremely quickly in a 60,000 pot when the blinds were 75/150, which would have set him extremely far ahead of the competition. The other lasted deeper into the tournament but was knocked out by A 10 when he held AQ. I played very well in the beginning and the major hands were as follows.
I first doubled up as a player raised preflop when I held 10 10. He raised about 4 or 5 times the big blind, and flop came all unders 8 7 5, he then decided to just push all-in on the flop and I called instantly showing him my tens, and he flipped up K J. My tens held and I doubled.
Further in I was all in pre-flop with QQ to AJ which very surprisingly held to build my stack well over 100k. I then later woke up to aces in the big blind after a short stack pushed all in pre-flop with 99. I won this pot as an ace flopped which built me up to nearly 200k in chips.
The final two tables started to become crazier as blinds rose every 20 minutes. I was never truly in a shove/fold position, but came very close as blinds rose to around 30,000/60,000 with 5,000 as antes. I played the short stack well building up to around 600,000 into the final table. My final hand was with 10 10 as I raised pre to around 150,000 on the button, the big blind reraised all-in and I was nearly pot committed with less than 300,000 left. I actually almost folded, but decided to call and he showed me his Jacks, which held.
But overall the entire trip was very profittable and turned out to be a blast. We decided we will probably be returning August for the Continental Poker Tour that will run through Turning Stone, which should bring even more people into the casino that the Heartland.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Top Online Casinos
With more and more casinos constantly flooding the online market, it seems nearly impossible for a person to pick only one at which to play. Nearly every single online casino offers promotions and welcome bonuses for new players searching for a place to wager their money. Take a look at some of these highly respected best online casinos to determine which suites your specific needs and concerns.
The Top Three
Rushmore Casino is believed to top the greatest online casinos due to its immense promotions and bonus opportunities for their players. This fairly recently launched casino has quickly topped its competitors from its realistic graphics by such highly developed software to its unmatched customer service.
Bodog Casino ranks extremely high on the charts as well due to some of the most unique features available in online casinos. Their casino school is unparalleled by any other because of the massive amounts of information and tips for beginning players. Bodog also offers free tutorials to test out the information provided within the casino school. One of its newest innovations, the mobile casino, allows players to log onto their accounts via mobile telephone!
Royal Vegas Casino offers an online casino school as well along with one of the largest selections of slot games online. This massive selection can be played via the Flash Player option or downloadable version of the casino software. The Flash Player is perfect for MAC users that cannot download the software but still wish to play online. They also offer a Fortune Lounge for loyal players continually playing on Royal Vegas.
Other Top Casinos
There is no reason to deter from other top online casinos such as PKR Casino, Golden Casino, and Casino Tropez that provide promotions and customer service, and realistic game play like the others. These casinos all offer 100% deposit bonuses, and player’s clubs that constantly award their users for playing within the sites.
PKR has become famous for their progressive jackpots that continually release some of the largest jackpots online. Golden Casino now offers new 7-Reel slots within their casino that are unmatched by all others. Tropez Casino offers the previously discussed mobile casino as well, which requires only a simple download to play!
These are only a small section of the vast amount of promotions and awards given to the players at these six casinos. To fully experience what each casino has to offer, join now for free!
The Top Three
Rushmore Casino is believed to top the greatest online casinos due to its immense promotions and bonus opportunities for their players. This fairly recently launched casino has quickly topped its competitors from its realistic graphics by such highly developed software to its unmatched customer service.
Bodog Casino ranks extremely high on the charts as well due to some of the most unique features available in online casinos. Their casino school is unparalleled by any other because of the massive amounts of information and tips for beginning players. Bodog also offers free tutorials to test out the information provided within the casino school. One of its newest innovations, the mobile casino, allows players to log onto their accounts via mobile telephone!
Royal Vegas Casino offers an online casino school as well along with one of the largest selections of slot games online. This massive selection can be played via the Flash Player option or downloadable version of the casino software. The Flash Player is perfect for MAC users that cannot download the software but still wish to play online. They also offer a Fortune Lounge for loyal players continually playing on Royal Vegas.
Other Top Casinos
There is no reason to deter from other top online casinos such as PKR Casino, Golden Casino, and Casino Tropez that provide promotions and customer service, and realistic game play like the others. These casinos all offer 100% deposit bonuses, and player’s clubs that constantly award their users for playing within the sites.
PKR has become famous for their progressive jackpots that continually release some of the largest jackpots online. Golden Casino now offers new 7-Reel slots within their casino that are unmatched by all others. Tropez Casino offers the previously discussed mobile casino as well, which requires only a simple download to play!
These are only a small section of the vast amount of promotions and awards given to the players at these six casinos. To fully experience what each casino has to offer, join now for free!
Friday, June 6, 2008
How to Play Craps
Many people view craps as an intimidating game that only the experienced players within casinos enjoy. However there are a number of different bets and strategies that make Craps simple enough even for the most inexperienced players. Follow these basic guidelines and systems to make other people in the online casino world jealous that you have a full understanding of the concepts of and odds of exciting game of craps.
How to Play
The game begins with a "come out" roll or the first roll in which one player rolls the dice to determine a "point number." Prior to this come out roll other players can make a pass bet in which they are hoping that a 7 or 11 will be rolled, or they are hoping that which ever point number is rolled, will be rolled again before a 7. Point numbers include 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10. So the first number will establish this point number, but if a 2, 3 or 12 is rolled on the come out roll your bet is lost.
The Don't Pass bet is the opposite of a Pass bet in which players are hoping for a 2, 3 or 12 on the come out roll, and also hoping that a 7 will be rolled prior to the point number on the next consecutive rolls. So each side of the board can be played depending on which the player wishes.
Come and Don't Come
These bets are established for players that have joined the game after the come out roll has been made. Because the Pass and Don't Pass bets can only be made prior to this roll, the new player has the opportunity to make a Come bet which like the Pass bet is made hoping the point number will be rolled before a 7, or the Don't Come bet in which the player hopes the 7 will be rolled prior to the point number.
Increased Odds Bets
Many other bets are possible within Casino Craps Gambling Online play including General bets Around 7s and Nest Roll bets. These bets increase the players odds because each individual category is less likely to hit but will pay out larger. Some of the highest betting odds include snake eyes that pays out 30 to 1, or a 12 Nest bet that also pays out 30 to 1 odds.
How to Play
The game begins with a "come out" roll or the first roll in which one player rolls the dice to determine a "point number." Prior to this come out roll other players can make a pass bet in which they are hoping that a 7 or 11 will be rolled, or they are hoping that which ever point number is rolled, will be rolled again before a 7. Point numbers include 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10. So the first number will establish this point number, but if a 2, 3 or 12 is rolled on the come out roll your bet is lost.
The Don't Pass bet is the opposite of a Pass bet in which players are hoping for a 2, 3 or 12 on the come out roll, and also hoping that a 7 will be rolled prior to the point number on the next consecutive rolls. So each side of the board can be played depending on which the player wishes.
Come and Don't Come
These bets are established for players that have joined the game after the come out roll has been made. Because the Pass and Don't Pass bets can only be made prior to this roll, the new player has the opportunity to make a Come bet which like the Pass bet is made hoping the point number will be rolled before a 7, or the Don't Come bet in which the player hopes the 7 will be rolled prior to the point number.
Increased Odds Bets
Many other bets are possible within Casino Craps Gambling Online play including General bets Around 7s and Nest Roll bets. These bets increase the players odds because each individual category is less likely to hit but will pay out larger. Some of the highest betting odds include snake eyes that pays out 30 to 1, or a 12 Nest bet that also pays out 30 to 1 odds.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Different Casino Software Providers
I was searching around today for a new casino to check out, and was reading a lot about the different software providers. Basically, there are three major players when it comes to casino software development: Real Time Gaming, Microgaming, and Playtech.
These three guys make up almost every single online casino, and they all are pretty good options when it comes to picking a casino. After some research I decided I'd try out one of the RTG online casinos. I picked RTG because they have been around for over 10 years, and were recommended by a bunch of my friends who play at online casinos.
After looking around, I decided to give Rushmore Casino a try, because they are one of the most highly rated RTG casinos. Once I signed up, I was offered a $400 bonus on my first deposit. I only deposited $100 because I wanted to try the site out first before playing for a lot of money. After my deposit cleared, I headed over to the Roulette tables to play. I lost a little of the money, but didn't play for very long because I had an appointment.
I'll write more about Rushmore later, because I've gotta run now. Later!
These three guys make up almost every single online casino, and they all are pretty good options when it comes to picking a casino. After some research I decided I'd try out one of the RTG online casinos. I picked RTG because they have been around for over 10 years, and were recommended by a bunch of my friends who play at online casinos.
After looking around, I decided to give Rushmore Casino a try, because they are one of the most highly rated RTG casinos. Once I signed up, I was offered a $400 bonus on my first deposit. I only deposited $100 because I wanted to try the site out first before playing for a lot of money. After my deposit cleared, I headed over to the Roulette tables to play. I lost a little of the money, but didn't play for very long because I had an appointment.
I'll write more about Rushmore later, because I've gotta run now. Later!
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
My Irving Trip
Irving Casino is located near Gowanda, New York and has about 8 poker tables, 2 or 3 of which actually have live games running. I decided to make a trip up on Saturday morning which was probably a bad idea in the first place as I did not get much sleep the night before. I went with a few friends and we decided to play in the $25+2 tournament that included $5 re-buys, add-ons, and a dealer bonus. This tournament was completely NUTS and you only started with 500 chips. Re-buys were taking place every single second of the first two blind levels, but still it was an all-in or fold type of tournament. After putting about $55 to $60 into that tournament I decided enough was enough and I headed to the cash table.
I only bought in for $75 which was probably my first mistake as $100 was the max. I played very tight at first just hoping to double up so I could play more hands then. After 1 hour or so I pick up JS 10C under the gun and I limped for $2. They man to my left made it $10 and 4 other called behind him. At this point I am almost priced in to call so I did just that (knowing I was clearly behind at this point). I hit the miracle flop of JC 10D 3S. I was not about to slow play this so I led out for $20 and the man to my left put me all-in (I had about $40 behind me). It folds back to me and I immediately call knowing I have the best hand. As I suspected he had QS QC and I felt pretty good with the way I had played the hand. The dealer flips the turn card and bang QD on the turn, making my hand DEAD to the river. There is nothing I can due in that situation except fold pre-flop, but I felt like it was time and I only had to put $12 into a $40 to $50 pot.
I proceeded to re-buy for another $75 once again. This round I was playing more aggressive, but it seemed things were just not going my way. I would pick up AK, raise to $12, get one caller, have an all under card flop, I would lead out, and get re-raised every time. After awhile of this I tried making a stand with K9 on the button and made it $8. The BB re-raised to $16 and I just called. The flop came K96 (prefect). The BB leads for $20 and I obviously put in my last $44 and make the call. He had AK so once again I was feeling quite alright in this situation. The dealer flips the turn card over and it was a Q. So now I am yelling "NO Ace, No Queen" and the river brings the good ole Q.
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I only bought in for $75 which was probably my first mistake as $100 was the max. I played very tight at first just hoping to double up so I could play more hands then. After 1 hour or so I pick up JS 10C under the gun and I limped for $2. They man to my left made it $10 and 4 other called behind him. At this point I am almost priced in to call so I did just that (knowing I was clearly behind at this point). I hit the miracle flop of JC 10D 3S. I was not about to slow play this so I led out for $20 and the man to my left put me all-in (I had about $40 behind me). It folds back to me and I immediately call knowing I have the best hand. As I suspected he had QS QC and I felt pretty good with the way I had played the hand. The dealer flips the turn card and bang QD on the turn, making my hand DEAD to the river. There is nothing I can due in that situation except fold pre-flop, but I felt like it was time and I only had to put $12 into a $40 to $50 pot.
I proceeded to re-buy for another $75 once again. This round I was playing more aggressive, but it seemed things were just not going my way. I would pick up AK, raise to $12, get one caller, have an all under card flop, I would lead out, and get re-raised every time. After awhile of this I tried making a stand with K9 on the button and made it $8. The BB re-raised to $16 and I just called. The flop came K96 (prefect). The BB leads for $20 and I obviously put in my last $44 and make the call. He had AK so once again I was feeling quite alright in this situation. The dealer flips the turn card over and it was a Q. So now I am yelling "NO Ace, No Queen" and the river brings the good ole Q.
Basically I am not mad with my play just frustrated that more things did not go my way which seems to be the general feeling by most players. To play at the Best Online Casino try out BodogCasino.com
Friday, May 16, 2008
Site Ranks Online Casinos
For the past few years there has been one site that has stood above the rest when it comes to being an online casino affiliate. Launching in 1996, CasinoGuide.com has been around for over 10 years promoting the best online casinos. They currently have thousands of informative articles about gambling theory and strategy, as well as hundreds of reviews of the top online casinos.
One nice thing about Casino Guide is since they receive so much traffic, they actually are allowed to offer upgraded casino bonuses to their players. So, if you are deciding to sign up at an online casino, make sure to check them out so you can be sure you are receiving the maximum deposit bonus when you make your initial deposit.
One nice thing about Casino Guide is since they receive so much traffic, they actually are allowed to offer upgraded casino bonuses to their players. So, if you are deciding to sign up at an online casino, make sure to check them out so you can be sure you are receiving the maximum deposit bonus when you make your initial deposit.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Playing Baccarat For Money
I always knew that people played poker online, but I was stunned when I discovered that you can actually play Baccarat online for real money. For those of you who don't know, Baccarat is a card game that is often played in land-based casinos, but unlike poker, there is no skill involved whatsoever. Everything is totally luck, which is why I was amazed that people would play it online for real money, because it is just basically giving money away.
Now, I can understand why someone would play Baccarat in a live casino. When you're playing at a brick and mortar casino, you actually gain a ton of entertainment out of losing your money. The characters you meet at a casino are priceless, and often times you can get an amazing meal and stay at a great hotel when you go to a casino.
But an online casino is a whole different story. In that case you are just sitting at home, possibly in bed on your laptop, and basically, doing nothing. Maybe it's just me, but playing Baccarat in that situation really doesn't sound that appealing.
If you aren't sure what Baccarat is, I'll give you a quick run down. It is a card game played on a table, where you can either bet on the Banker, the Player, or a Tie. The object is to bet on the hand that ends up being closer to the number 9. Face cards count as 0 points, and Aces are only worth 1 point. Plus, unlike Blackjack, there are no hands that bust. If your hand ends up higher than 10, you just minus 10 from the total to get your point score. So if you had a hand of 18, you'd just minus ten and have a hand of 8 (a pretty nice hand).
Now, I can understand why someone would play Baccarat in a live casino. When you're playing at a brick and mortar casino, you actually gain a ton of entertainment out of losing your money. The characters you meet at a casino are priceless, and often times you can get an amazing meal and stay at a great hotel when you go to a casino.
But an online casino is a whole different story. In that case you are just sitting at home, possibly in bed on your laptop, and basically, doing nothing. Maybe it's just me, but playing Baccarat in that situation really doesn't sound that appealing.
If you aren't sure what Baccarat is, I'll give you a quick run down. It is a card game played on a table, where you can either bet on the Banker, the Player, or a Tie. The object is to bet on the hand that ends up being closer to the number 9. Face cards count as 0 points, and Aces are only worth 1 point. Plus, unlike Blackjack, there are no hands that bust. If your hand ends up higher than 10, you just minus 10 from the total to get your point score. So if you had a hand of 18, you'd just minus ten and have a hand of 8 (a pretty nice hand).
Saturday, May 3, 2008
How to Play Blackjack
Blackjack is one of the most popular online casinos games, and if you're a new player then you need to learn the rules before you jump right in. It's actually a fairly simple game, but there are a few intricate rules that are important for players who are looking to increase their odds against the house.
The main premise of the game is to get as close to 21 as you can without going over. Number cards are worth their number, face cards are worth 10, and Aces are worth either 1 or 11 depending on the rest of your hand. So, if you held Ace-9 you could either have 10 or 20. If you go over 21 you bust, and automatically lose the hand.
The dealer is also receiving a hand, and you are competing with the dealer to make the highest hand without exceeding 21. The dealer however has a few set rules, such as they hit on anything up to 16, and stand on 17 or higher. Also, the dealer can't double down, split, or surrender.
When you have an Ace and a face card in your hand, that is automatically Blackjack, and you win an increased payout. After you are dealt your cards, you can either stand, hit, double down, split, or surrender.
Standing means that you are satisfied with your hand, so you just stay with the cards you have. Hit means that the dealer gives you another card, and if it creates a hand higher than 21 you bust. Doubling down means that you are able to double your bet, and you receive one more card. Players often do this when they hold 10 or 11, because if they receive a face card they'll have a very strong hand plus a double bet on the table. Splitting is when you are dealt a pair and split it into two hands, with equal size bets on each hand. Surrendering is when you decide you don't like your hand, so you forfeit half of your bet and the hand ends.
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The main premise of the game is to get as close to 21 as you can without going over. Number cards are worth their number, face cards are worth 10, and Aces are worth either 1 or 11 depending on the rest of your hand. So, if you held Ace-9 you could either have 10 or 20. If you go over 21 you bust, and automatically lose the hand.
The dealer is also receiving a hand, and you are competing with the dealer to make the highest hand without exceeding 21. The dealer however has a few set rules, such as they hit on anything up to 16, and stand on 17 or higher. Also, the dealer can't double down, split, or surrender.
When you have an Ace and a face card in your hand, that is automatically Blackjack, and you win an increased payout. After you are dealt your cards, you can either stand, hit, double down, split, or surrender.
Standing means that you are satisfied with your hand, so you just stay with the cards you have. Hit means that the dealer gives you another card, and if it creates a hand higher than 21 you bust. Doubling down means that you are able to double your bet, and you receive one more card. Players often do this when they hold 10 or 11, because if they receive a face card they'll have a very strong hand plus a double bet on the table. Splitting is when you are dealt a pair and split it into two hands, with equal size bets on each hand. Surrendering is when you decide you don't like your hand, so you forfeit half of your bet and the hand ends.
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Choosing a Top Online Casino
Gambling online can be a ton of fun, and have a lot of excitement, but is important that you make sure you're playing at the best online casino possible. Many online casino guides will help you choose a top online casino, but often times they're affiliate sites that are just trying to get a commission. We'll give you some tips on choosing a top casino right now, and you can be sure that we won't have any bias.
The first thing you want to do when you're choosing a casino is to make sure that they're a reputable online casino. The first good indicator of this is their website. Does it look professional and well designed, or does it look like it was just thrown together overnight? One way to be pretty certain that an online casino is for real is to do a Google search of just their casino name. If tons of reviews show up for the casino, then you can be sure that they're a legitimate site.
The next thing to consider is if the casino accepts players from your location. Many casinos don't allow players from the United States, so if you are in the USA it is important that you check this out to see if you're allowed to play at the site. It's one of the worst feelings ever to submit a lengthy sign up form, only to see a "We do not allow players from your jurisdiction."
If you decide to play at one of the new online casinos, you should ask around at a casino forum to make sure that they're a legitimate site. Forums such as www.gambling-forum.com will tell you if a site is legitimate or not.
The first thing you want to do when you're choosing a casino is to make sure that they're a reputable online casino. The first good indicator of this is their website. Does it look professional and well designed, or does it look like it was just thrown together overnight? One way to be pretty certain that an online casino is for real is to do a Google search of just their casino name. If tons of reviews show up for the casino, then you can be sure that they're a legitimate site.
The next thing to consider is if the casino accepts players from your location. Many casinos don't allow players from the United States, so if you are in the USA it is important that you check this out to see if you're allowed to play at the site. It's one of the worst feelings ever to submit a lengthy sign up form, only to see a "We do not allow players from your jurisdiction."
If you decide to play at one of the new online casinos, you should ask around at a casino forum to make sure that they're a legitimate site. Forums such as www.gambling-forum.com will tell you if a site is legitimate or not.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Choosing an Online Casino Bonus
If you decide to try out online gambling you'll find it very different from gambling in a brick and mortar casino. One of the biggest differences is since the online casinos have little overhead costs, they can afford to give their players sign up bonuses and reload bonuses to entice them to play at their casino versus a different one. Because every casino is offering a competing bonus, it can be confusing as to which casino bonus is the best. This article will help you out to choose the best online casino bonus for you.
One important characteristic to first analyze is the bonus' size. If you are just looking to try out a site, and aren't going to be depositing much, don't bother signing up for a huge bonus. Offers that exceed $300 are going to have tough requirements, so if you're only depositing $50 or $100, try to find a bonus that is around that size, because those will be easiest to clear. If you are deciding to deposit a 4 figure amount, then just make sure you understand how hard it is to clear the large bonuses.
Besides the bonus size, the MOST important thing to analyze is how hard it is to clear the bonus. Many of the massive deposit bonuses have really tough requirements on them. When you are analyzing a bonus, make sure to check out what the playthrough requirements are. What this means is how many times you will have to wager the money before it is released. So, if you deposit $100 and receive a $100 bonus, and it has a 15x playthrough requirement, you'll have to make $1500 in bets before the bonus money is released.
One important characteristic to first analyze is the bonus' size. If you are just looking to try out a site, and aren't going to be depositing much, don't bother signing up for a huge bonus. Offers that exceed $300 are going to have tough requirements, so if you're only depositing $50 or $100, try to find a bonus that is around that size, because those will be easiest to clear. If you are deciding to deposit a 4 figure amount, then just make sure you understand how hard it is to clear the large bonuses.
Besides the bonus size, the MOST important thing to analyze is how hard it is to clear the bonus. Many of the massive deposit bonuses have really tough requirements on them. When you are analyzing a bonus, make sure to check out what the playthrough requirements are. What this means is how many times you will have to wager the money before it is released. So, if you deposit $100 and receive a $100 bonus, and it has a 15x playthrough requirement, you'll have to make $1500 in bets before the bonus money is released.
Huge Jackpot at Blackjack Ballroom
With increasing competition in the online casino market, there is more and more pressure on online casinos to offer better bonuses, better comp programs, and finally, bigger jackpots. Blackjack Ballroom is the perfect exhibit of this, as they have recently upped all of their progressive slot jackpot payouts, as well as added tons of new progressive slot variations to their site. As a result of this, they've had a big increase in traffic and new sign-ups, and this has resulted in them having one of their biggest jackpot hits ever.
Klaus E., an online player at Blackjack Ballroom, recently made a $.50 bet on a progressive slot machine. His return on the investment was quite healthy, as he hit a $5.5 million progressive jackpot on the Mega-Moolah progressive slot machine he was playing. This is the biggest payout Blackjack Ballroom has ever made, and to celebrate the event they are flying Klaus out to Australia to celebrate with the Blackjack Ballroom executives.
Once Klaus makes the trip from Finland, his home country, to Sydney, he will receive his check in person for $5.5 million big ones. A CasinoRewards representative welcomed Klaus into the "million dollar club" and stated that he looked forward to meeting him and presenting him with his massive check.
Klaus E., an online player at Blackjack Ballroom, recently made a $.50 bet on a progressive slot machine. His return on the investment was quite healthy, as he hit a $5.5 million progressive jackpot on the Mega-Moolah progressive slot machine he was playing. This is the biggest payout Blackjack Ballroom has ever made, and to celebrate the event they are flying Klaus out to Australia to celebrate with the Blackjack Ballroom executives.
Once Klaus makes the trip from Finland, his home country, to Sydney, he will receive his check in person for $5.5 million big ones. A CasinoRewards representative welcomed Klaus into the "million dollar club" and stated that he looked forward to meeting him and presenting him with his massive check.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Welcome to the Online Casino Blog!
Hello everyone! This is the first post on my new blog, and I plan to blog daily here about the latest online casino news and events. I'm a big online casino gambler, so you can trust that I'll keep you up to date on the best happenings in the online gambling world. Keep your eyes out for future posts!
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