Update on the Des Moines pool scene
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Just because you are an engineer doesn't mean you can add, it just means you can use a scientific calculator and are fluent with AutoCad....lol. That is an inside joke with my self I guess....
Since we have nothing to discuss today I'd like to pose a question and get some feedback.
Do you think there is a difference between a "gambler" and a "pool player that will gamble"? Naturally the assumption is the "gambler" will bet on pool(playing or staking). Thoughts and opinions fellas...
Do you think there is a difference between a "gambler" and a "pool player that will gamble"? Naturally the assumption is the "gambler" will bet on pool(playing or staking). Thoughts and opinions fellas...
Hey there guy, I did that in my head here's the same quick addition for you. If they bet from $10-$100 game and raised the bet 1 dollar/game then they would have to post $5005. Yes I did that in under 20 seconds inside my head!
Bump for feedback!
1-800-betsoff told me that no matter how you spin it, gambling is gambling. I then bet someone I wouldn't place a bet for the next two weeks and then realized that was a bet so I lost
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1-800-betsoff told me that no matter how you spin it, gambling is gambling. I then bet someone I wouldn't place a bet for the next two weeks and then realized that was a bet so I lost
I've actually called that number, it takes about 10 minutes to talk to a live person, they also have a whole bunch of connections that you can place on yourself to prevent yourself from going off...the services are not all free either.
Typical Dog. Post if you find out for sure. I can't get paroled if I don't know the time.
Mikey -- I can do math in my head too.. 2+2 = 4. See -- all in my head.:nanner:
I think a gambler will bet everything they have the sky isn't blue, take 3:1 on the money and then try to convince you it's actually aqua-marine. Oh, and probably air-barrel you when they lose. Pool just happens to be the medium of the moment.
A pool player who will gamble will put their money on a pool match they are playing in to make it a little more interesting / more concentration / create a bit of pressure when the game becomes too easy. Not the rent money -- just trying to enjoy the game.
FWIW.
Mikey -- I can do math in my head too.. 2+2 = 4. See -- all in my head.:nanner:
I think a gambler will bet everything they have the sky isn't blue, take 3:1 on the money and then try to convince you it's actually aqua-marine. Oh, and probably air-barrel you when they lose. Pool just happens to be the medium of the moment.
A pool player who will gamble will put their money on a pool match they are playing in to make it a little more interesting / more concentration / create a bit of pressure when the game becomes too easy. Not the rent money -- just trying to enjoy the game.
FWIW.
A gambler needs his gambling fix more than he needs to play pool for money. If you find another way for him to get his fix, you can get all of his money without even getting him on the table.
If you see someone flipping coins for large money, they are a gambler.
Bigpin, Big Dogs is the pool hall here. There are a few guys that will play, just have to say who you are and who you want to play. Everyone wont get played but some people will.
What's your name, did we meet in Olathe this summer?
What's your name, did we meet in Olathe this summer?
My personal thought when I think of a gambler I think of someone who generally likes to bet a little something on most activities. Say pool, even bunting the balls around you still bet $5/game that kind of thing just to get a little action. Whenever a big game comes up they will take a little the worst of the game just to have that chance to make a score, big paydays don’t come around much and they are aware of that. Usually not on scared money, may steam up and go off from time to time, and usually plays fair games. If they like the game will stick it out as long as possible whether winning or losing. Lots of the grinders fall into here. Likes tough action.
When I think of a pool player that will gamble, I think of the traditional tournament warrior. Likes the odds on their money from that perspective. Will bet a game of pool only if they have the nuts or ego involved. Won’t really bet the money on a game that’s close. These guys are typically really hard to match up with because what they want is usually 2 balls more than what they need. Likes the easy action and prefers to rob a cheap game than take a shot for more cash at a tough game. Typically avoids tough action. Not much potential to pump up on, you also won’t lose much with this group. Kind of people very happy to finish even or win a few bucks for drink money.
That’s really my take.
When I think of a pool player that will gamble, I think of the traditional tournament warrior. Likes the odds on their money from that perspective. Will bet a game of pool only if they have the nuts or ego involved. Won’t really bet the money on a game that’s close. These guys are typically really hard to match up with because what they want is usually 2 balls more than what they need. Likes the easy action and prefers to rob a cheap game than take a shot for more cash at a tough game. Typically avoids tough action. Not much potential to pump up on, you also won’t lose much with this group. Kind of people very happy to finish even or win a few bucks for drink money.
That’s really my take.
Option 2 almost seems like a locksmith minus the big $ part.
It's the guy who can win even in a tough fair game so they get the 8 and play some. The locksmith would get the 6 or 7 ball out of that scenario.
I thought to be a good gambler you always had to lose?
Sounds like hes also the smartest of the group
LOL, I wasn't talking about you specifically.
However you got the nuts pretty much because you got in on a couple games where the nuts were given out. Also pretty good needling and touched some egos. Keep up the hot streak online.
On another subject, I've gotta tell you guys about league last week....I'll not mention names.
We're playing the #1 team, and halfway thru the match the cops come into Dogs. They look everybody up and down, obviously having a face in mind. They search the whole place and eventually leave.
The captain of the other team comes over and says, "So and so is going to have to forfeit his last two games...he had to leave suddenly." I laughed and asked if the cops had anything to do with that and he said 'yes.' Apparently he had been busted for pot and was to be at home by 8:00 pm but was at the pool hall instead. Somehow he got away or hid...not sure.
I said, well someone must've called the cops and he agreed but we couldn't figure out who did. lol
So, we beat the first place team and we're like next to last place.
Thanks, Des Moines cops for helping our team!! (I must rethink my anti-govt stances now.....)
Jeff Livingston
We're playing the #1 team, and halfway thru the match the cops come into Dogs. They look everybody up and down, obviously having a face in mind. They search the whole place and eventually leave.
The captain of the other team comes over and says, "So and so is going to have to forfeit his last two games...he had to leave suddenly." I laughed and asked if the cops had anything to do with that and he said 'yes.' Apparently he had been busted for pot and was to be at home by 8:00 pm but was at the pool hall instead. Somehow he got away or hid...not sure.
I said, well someone must've called the cops and he agreed but we couldn't figure out who did. lol
So, we beat the first place team and we're like next to last place.
Thanks, Des Moines cops for helping our team!! (I must rethink my anti-govt stances now.....)
Jeff Livingston
LOL I seen that. There are lots of pot heads at big dogs and I know it's not right but they are seriously acting like the dude committed a level 3 felony. Your team is lucky he didnt get to finish, he's pretty strong.
With all the traffic problems that night with the snow and all, I thought it was a little overboard...they could've been doing something else more important, imho....and my stance against the drug war is well known. I bet the cops didn't want to be there either.
So much waste in monopolized systems. Still pretty funny and memorable, though.
Btw, last night we beat the second place team 3-1 so the rest of the league loves us now.
Jeff Livingston