Horse Poker – Limit Texas Hold ‘Em

It comes as a great surprise to many players used to No-Limit Texas Hold ‘Em just how different putting a limit on the betting can be. This is one of the features of horse poker, with the Texas Hold ‘Em segment representing 20% of the overall game play. If Texas Hold ‘Em is your ‘strength game’, you need to ensure you’ve made the appropriate adjustment.

Horse poker consists of a rotating game of 5 different forms of poker. Whilst it is better to have a good playing knowledge of each form, you’ll at least need to know how to play each one and be aware of the differing rules. Sites such as www.horsestrategies.org will bring you up to date with all the latest information.

The major difference with a Limit game is that you’ll not be able to force a fold by very aggressive betting. It’s impossible to intimidate other players by going all-in on your draw cards. Overall betting techniques are therefore greatly moderated, with a very strong bet being a check-raise on the flop. Other players are less likely to re-raise on the off-chance you have the better hand. Bluffing is also greatly diminished at the flop.

With less players involved after the flop, the pot will tend to be smaller for remaining players. Perhaps the best time to make a bluff bet is after the river card. With a full seven cards (5 community cards plus 2 in pocket), there can be many possibilities to hood-wink a hand. However, be cautious as you’ll not be able to bet unreservedly to back this up.