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Message: [QUOTE="Scouse, post: 396344, member: 10190"] Probably the best advice you could get. [FONT=Verdana]I remember having to learn stud very quickly for a similar situation. From what I know, it's fair they don't take to hold'em, it's only really shot to fame because of the WSOP and televised events, and that the two down cards can be displayed on screen... I play a regular live game with some older people who "cut their teeth" on Omaha, (these guys refer to hold'em as "two card", but also have "four card", "five card" and "six card" versions of Omaha"). I felt really out my league as I didn’t know all the odds like the back of my hand. In the end I folded so many hands just out of sheer fear that I didn't know what I was doing, and as it was dealer's choice only played when it was a game I was more comfortable with. Anyways - I did improve my stud game - thanks to all their helpful advice and some real experience. [/FONT] The advice already dished out here is probably all you may need but just in case, here are a few tips that have helped me improve my game against my older adversaries in my local ring game (based on some poker tactics and some stereotypes about what older poker players [B]may[/B] think about our generation) [B]Don't chase[/B][FONT=Verdana] - you'll only get burned in the long run. Play with [B]strong starting hands[/B] that are either already paired or have lots of outs. Don't fret if you can't remember all the [B]folded cards[/B] - if you know what you are looking for they will jump out at you. [B]Tells[/B]. Pay attention to people staring at one of the up cards - it's obvious I know, but I see it all the time. [B]Stamp a good rep[/B] - you are a young player, they will think you will try too many bluffs etc. Use this to your advantage by playing tight and folding good up cards when they mean nothing when associated with your down cards. [/FONT] [B]Rinse the pride driven calling stations[/B][FONT=Verdana] that are out to teach you, the young gun, a lesson. When you have a strong hand keep the raises coming - thus earning you some respect, and then the ability to bluff later in the game when you have a good up cards and nothing really face down. [/FONT] I hope this helps a little - don't be shocked if their stud game rules vary a little from what you have read in books, thats just poker for you. I would appreciate it if you could let me know if this helps, or even better, if you end up having any advice for me! :D Best of luck, Scouse. [/QUOTE]

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