Making a living with STT SNGs

Originally posted by IvicaIliev77

Originally posted by MilanBurdych
Few hints.
Buy i5-3570k - much better performance + it has GPU in it therefore u dont need to buy that super shitty outdated hraphic card u want = lower your noise, lower your heat, lower power consuming.
Buy Corsair RAM, but this is also OK, CL9 is crucial, nice.
Buy better, much better power source, go for at least GOLD standard, u wont regret.
And as u mentioned, u have hot room - buy new CPU fan instead of the brand one. Buy two additional basic fans (5$ each) and u ll have super silent, super cold factory that will last 5years+

Talked to my brother again, he said that those graphic cards that come with Intel processors suck big time. The difference between getting processor I choose + graphics and the one you mentioned is like 30 euro. So money is not the problem. I am more worried to be honest if graphics burn out or something and mess up processor so that's why I prefer external graphics.
For power source my brother gave me as a gift stuff that works even if the electricity is gone. Forgot the name for it now but I will definitely bring it to the office and use it there.
We were looking at this whole power thing, coolers etc. The one we choose seems fairly good and ok considering that I will not download movie/tv show on that computer, it will just be for poker related stuff and blog period.
If needed I will add those additional fans to make north pole party inside ♦
Btw, since this computer will be moving to computer office, the temerature there is more even and I don't see danger of computer overheating there tbh.

How do you know so much about computers? You seem like nuts in that area (quads nuts ♦

I built tens of computers, I did also made some kind of a business buyin/sellin components on czech eBay
I kinda disagree about the graphics, it s not heatin or w/e, it s usin only wat software needs, it s great. Plus u dont need to worry about another component to install/crash, clean fan, w/e As u said, u dont need graphics to run games, HD5670 is nto capable of it anyway, so...I would put money rather in better processor
This backup PSU u got free - there s notin that can hold long enough unfortunately (under like 1k$), even if u would be able to hold computer running for few minutes if lucky, u wont be able to hold LCD ♦ = pitty. Just have laptop near to u guys
Am not sayin computer u r buildin is somewat bad, anytin with decent Intel, 8GB and SSD is worth it!!!

Originally posted by MilanBurdych

I built tens of computers, I did also made some kind of a business buyin/sellin components on czech eBay
I kinda disagree about the graphics, it s not heatin or w/e, it s usin only wat software needs, it s great. Plus u dont need to worry about another component to install/crash, clean fan, w/e As u said, u dont need graphics to run games, HD5670 is nto capable of it anyway, so...I would put money rather in better processor
This backup PSU u got free - there s notin that can hold long enough unfortunately (under like 1k$), even if u would be able to hold computer running for few minutes if lucky, u wont be able to hold LCD ♦ = pitty. Just have laptop near to u guys
Am not sayin computer u r buildin is somewat bad, anytin with decent Intel, 8GB and SSD is worth it!!!

My brother is also computer geek so I trust him also
Perhaps you can send me some configuration over skype or here?

Ok guys more news

Today I imported in brothers laptop hands from August and September only. It took forever and creating notes twice as long... (around 5 hours!!!)
I started to play 2 hours ago or so, managed to play only 30 games for the day simply because I was playing on 1 monitor, tables were all over the place (couldn't fix the lay out with 6 tiled and 6 behind them stacked well), even tough I made profit and crushed I definitely need new computer ASAP - can't play like this 150 games a day!

I owe you guys graph for 12 tabling since 12th of August - yesterday was one month since I switched back to 12 tabling. Results are OK but far from where I want to be considering my mental game leaks and spewing vs aggressive regs. That last swing is when my computer crashed twice and lost over 400$ that night...

Here is the graph with info bellow :

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Number of games : 3752
AVG ROI = 2.6%
Total ROI = 2.2%
Profit pre RB = 1273$
ITM = 36.5%
Total rake = 4111$

P.S. ROI on 15s was 3.1% (1714$) on 3677 games but it dropped due to some 30s 62 games -365$ and 10 15s hypers -89.43$

No value in 100$ 9max. Everyone is sooooo solid

Grabbed by Holdem Manager
NL Holdem $150(BB) Replayer
SB ($3,180)
BB ($1,625)
UTG ($2,177)
UTG+1 ($2,380)
CO ($1,830)
Hero ($2,308)

Dealt to Hero T♥ A♥

fold, fold, fold, Hero raises to $300, fold, BB calls $150

FLOP ($675) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥

BB bets $750, Hero raises to $2,008 (AI), BB calls $575 (AI)

TURN ($3,325) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥ 6♠

RIVER ($3,325) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥ 6♠ 5♦

Hi. Just my 2 cents to your new rig

Gl with your challenge!

Originally posted by Bubalus
Hi. Just my 2 cents to your new rig

Spoiler

Prices will differ, but I just give some general suggestions.

1. Case - Bitfenix Prodigy. Small and compact and at the same time no problem with airflow. It also looks cool imo A little bit expensive (around 70€), but worth considering. But if you don't feel like spending so much on a case, that Coolermaster is ok too.

2. Motherboard - free choice. But here is no need for a board loaded with features you don't need. Just make sure it has every connection you use (HDMI; DVI, VGA, Displayport, USB 3 etc). Around 60-80€ is ok. As for the platforms, I would choose 1150.

3. Processor - i5-4570. Slightly faster than Ivy at the same speeds, but for poker no difference.
As Milan stated, that 3570k (4670k also) is faster. Yes it is, if you plan to overclock. Then you would also need a motherboard for overclocking (more expensive) and a separate cooler.

4. Memory - free choice. Take something from Kingston, Crucial or Corsair. 2x4 is probably the best option and 1300/1600 mhz.

5. SSD - I would take something from Samsung because of lot positive feedback recent years. Samsung EVO 120 gb seems like a good choice (around 90€). There is also a 840 Pro version for around 125€, but speeds are almost the same and both have 5 year warranty (3 years for local). Also a small defect percent.

6. Power supply. Any well-known PSU with at least a Bronze certification.
Corsair CX 430W 80 Plus Bronze costs around 40€ and is a good choice. You could also choose something from Seasonic, which is considered to be the best PSU maker. Prices starting from 60€.

7. Optical drive is free of choice
8. Video card. Only if you use over 3 monitors you can consider getting some cheap card (ATI eyefinity solution). Otherwise I see no point. And as Milan stated it produces more heat and power consumption (for no good reason). I wouldn't worry about this on-board graphics. You would have to be really unlucky for this to fail. A backup PC/laptop is always advisable though

Around 550€ all together

Gl with your challenge!

Sweet post, I personally have Bitfenix case, Samsung 840 SSD and if u take Corsair or Seasonic for example for PSU - I believe it s one maker, two brands anyways And exactly - motherboard care just for enough connectors

Hi mate,

Keep grinding, real world gets getting in the way of this interwebpokerstarsgrind world for me

Originally posted by ghaleon
No value in 100$ 9max. Everyone is sooooo solid

Grabbed by Holdem Manager
NL Holdem $150(BB) Replayer
SB ($3,180)
BB ($1,625)
UTG ($2,177)
UTG+1 ($2,380)
CO ($1,830)
Hero ($2,308)

Dealt to Hero T♥ A♥

fold, fold, fold, Hero raises to $300, fold, BB calls $150

FLOP ($675) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥

BB bets $750, Hero raises to $2,008 (AI), BB calls $575 (AI)

TURN ($3,325) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥ 6♠

RIVER ($3,325) 5♠ 9♥ 4♥ 6♠ 5♦

Spoiler

Hero shows T♥ A♥
(Pre 65%, Flop 76.0%, Turn 20.5%)

BB shows 7♠ 3♠
(Pre 35%, Flop 24.0%, Turn 79.5%)

BB wins $3,325

WOW!!! Hard to believe this happens at 100s He must have had a read on dealer

Originally posted by Bubalus
Hi. Just my 2 cents to your new rig

Spoiler

Prices will differ, but I just give some general suggestions.

1. Case - Bitfenix Prodigy. Small and compact and at the same time no problem with airflow. It also looks cool imo A little bit expensive (around 70€), but worth considering. But if you don't feel like spending so much on a case, that Coolermaster is ok too.

2. Motherboard - free choice. But here is no need for a board loaded with features you don't need. Just make sure it has every connection you use (HDMI; DVI, VGA, Displayport, USB 3 etc). Around 60-80€ is ok. As for the platforms, I would choose 1150.

3. Processor - i5-4570. Slightly faster than Ivy at the same speeds, but for poker no difference.
As Milan stated, that 3570k (4670k also) is faster. Yes it is, if you plan to overclock. Then you would also need a motherboard for overclocking (more expensive) and a separate cooler.

4. Memory - free choice. Take something from Kingston, Crucial or Corsair. 2x4 is probably the best option and 1300/1600 mhz.

5. SSD - I would take something from Samsung because of lot positive feedback recent years. Samsung EVO 120 gb seems like a good choice (around 90€). There is also a 840 Pro version for around 125€, but speeds are almost the same and both have 5 year warranty (3 years for local). Also a small defect percent.

6. Power supply. Any well-known PSU with at least a Bronze certification.
Corsair CX 430W 80 Plus Bronze costs around 40€ and is a good choice. You could also choose something from Seasonic, which is considered to be the best PSU maker. Prices starting from 60€.

7. Optical drive is free of choice
8. Video card. Only if you use over 3 monitors you can consider getting some cheap card (ATI eyefinity solution). Otherwise I see no point. And as Milan stated it produces more heat and power consumption (for no good reason). I wouldn't worry about this on-board graphics. You would have to be really unlucky for this to fail. A backup PC/laptop is always advisable though

Around 550€ all together

Gl with your challenge!

Super useful post man. I am very happy to see you guys helping me out , appreciate it a lot!

Originally posted by 177272
Hi mate,

Keep grinding, real world gets getting in the way of this interwebpokerstarsgrind world for me

Hi Steve,

It is very difficult with computer dying and then yesterday celebrating until late hours. I have to play 170 games every day by the end of the month. I am starting laptop grind now , will go for 150 at least, lets see what happens

I am very unhappy with laptop + monitor setup. Played almost 2 hours, my head hurts. Tables are different, hem2 has different font and layout, tables went to sit out 3-4 times because laptop doesn't support 12 tabling well... Its just -EV to play tilt because of all of these things.
The way things look, my new computer will be ordered on Monday. It will take 2-3 days for it to arrive so by then I must play at least some amount of games. My goal for this month will obviously fail but I have to use the time without new computer to work on my game more and relax. Hopefully with addition of 30s by the end of the year, 150k goal will be reachable, the way things look now that goal is far far away with this setup.

Originally posted by IvicaIliev77
I am very unhappy with laptop + monitor setup. Played almost 2 hours, my head hurts. Tables are different, hem2 has different font and layout, tables went to sit out 3-4 times because laptop doesn't support 12 tabling well... Its just -EV to play tilt because of all of these things.
The way things look, my new computer will be ordered on Monday. It will take 2-3 days for it to arrive so by then I must play at least some amount of games. My goal for this month will obviously fail but I have to use the time without new computer to work on my game more and relax. Hopefully with addition of 30s by the end of the year, 150k goal will be reachable, the way things look now that goal is far far away with this setup.

Chin up and work on your game as much as possible while you can't grind as much as you want.

I have made some very important choice in past couple of days.
I will start my new routine tomorrow , it will include additional 2 hours of daily playing + studying and I will besides it play 6 hours in the afternoon/evening.
By the end of the year I want to mentally prepare for new format, be strong and confident about my game and next year go for glory or go broke!

♠_thumbsup:

Not much happening with grind. Played new format for 1 hour and studying 1 hour also. Rest of the day spent with family followed by meet about finalizing poker office. Will play some games now , mostly turbos with far less tables cause laptop can't handle it.
My new desktop will be ready on Wednesday and I will move in poker office then or by the end of the week latest. Either way once all this happens I will be back in grind mode!

I m looking forward to see some pictures or maybe a video again from your poker office when it is done.

Good luck on the tables.

Originally posted by 7h3r1pp4
I m looking forward to see some pictures or maybe a video again from your poker office when it is done.

Good luck on the tables.

Yeah I will make one short video again or post some pictures. We have some work to do before that - painting, working out internet stuff, moving around furniture for best layout etc. Its one-two day job max but it depends if we all are going to do things there - the way things seem like now, I will move 1st then the rest of the guys will follow

Tables/grind/poker suck these past couple of days. Playing on laptop is such a -ev for me, not to mention on single monitor vs dual and add to all this downswing with people shopping all over the place... I just can't wait for my new computer to arrive and get back into grinding routine 6 hours + extra 2 hours of new format.

Hi mate.

I'm trying to improve my 3-bet calling range because I think I might be too tight in that department.

Let's take this hand, for example:

PokerStars - $13.92+$1.08|25/50 NL (6 max) - Holdem - 5 players
Hand converted by PokerTracker 4

Elio Oneiro (CO): 1,620
marcopolo444 (BTN): 2,284
FlyingZebraa (SB): 1,195
VladimirN (BB): 1,885
IvicaIliev77 (UTG): 2,016

FlyingZebraa posts SB 25, VladimirN posts BB 50

Pre Flop: (pot: 75) VladimirN has 4♣ 3♦

IvicaIliev77 raises to 112, fold, marcopolo444 raises to 2,284 and is all-in, fold, fold, IvicaIliev77 calls 1,904 and is all-in

Flop: (4,107, 2 players) A♠ 5♣ T♠

Turn: (4,107, 2 players) 3♠

River: (4,107, 2 players) Q♠

So, the big stack is obviously shoving with at least 60% of his hands here imo. Seems weak.

What was your exact calling range here though?
I presume something like any pair, A5s+, K8s+, QTs+, JTs and maybe some lower suited connectors? A bit tighter off suit?

Patiently awaiting for your reply.
Sincerely, your biggest fan, VladimirN.

lol

i im so sleepy i was reading the post and thinking wtf this guy raises 43 off and shoves 40bbs , and now hes asking for opinions

wtf???

lololol ♦

Unlikely the guy is 3bet shoving 60%. From personal experience, he's likely shoving hands that he considers difficult to play postflop but have good equity. (like, well, small pocketpairs, as 66 here. After all, it's often a coinflip).

I've also seen people do that with AK or AQ as they are unsure what to do if they don't hit the flop (oh damn I've missed the flop.... but he may have missed also..... If he also missed I'm ahead with AK.... but at the same time I have only A high.... Am I ahead or not ? What should I do? etc....)
So they just go all in preflop and sometimes get called by worse.

This huge 3bet shove is usually not a big pair, as most people will try to keep the opponents in the pot... Althought I have some beginner friends that will do it with AA, KK because they "felt like AA was gonna get cracked this time".

It depends on the opponents a lot, but If it's the first time the guy is doing this I will keep a fairly tight range for calling that, because I assume it's going to be waayyyy tighter than 60%. Strong pairs (88+ maybe?) and AK, maybe AQ. If the guy is just crazy maniac then go wider.