me - play all out....don't care if I get your money or not. I know for some, it's ALL about the money, I get that, but some do play this game for the competition (the challenge). Would it be easy to play a couple of balls lower, say in 1P, and take advantage of someone (even over an extended period of time), sure. But, what does that really make you? A good gambler? OK, but what about your game? I'd rather play someone and TEST myself; maybe even taking less or giving more spot than what makes an even game. I'm not playing to pay my mortgage. I have a job that does that. I want to compete.
Hustling can be fun and a rush in itself for some. There is just no appeal there for me. Ha ha, I tricked you, I'd think would get a bit old. For those who count on hustling income to get by....fine, do it, but a hustler is bound to be hustled; have fun walking that line. I'll play for a chunk of change now and then, but I won't play for anything that will sting all that much, and I don't like playing for something that I know/think will put my opponent in a bad way. The stories of how this guy BUSTS that guy....I couldn't do it. NO WAY! I feel bad winning more than a few games off of a local older gentleman on a limited income (his idea on the betting, and will get mad if we don't). I enjoy playing him so much though, like Jude, I usually pick up table time, a few drinks, and something to eat.
sorry, for the long post, just thought an explanation was needed instead of saying, YES, I hide my speed; or NO, I do not.