Poker GTG December 16th - Sign up in this thread.

[Puppy Dog]

Puppy I think you'll like the tournament format a little better.

First, If there's 30 people that's only 3 tables and we rotate so you get to socialize with everyone.

Second with $30 you get about $1000 in chips so you'll have more chips to play with.

Third, you will have a better chance at winning.

you have sold me...

name the time and place...i will follow as all puppies do...

[batman2883]

lets do this next weekend, im totally down like james brown ese

[2centsworth]

I'm going to need a few weeks to work out the details such having enough chips, tables, chairs, drinks, people, etc...

However, first thing we need to agree on is location. Is my house OK?

[scott]

Sounds awesome!

I'd be willing to lend my table, chairs, chips and cards to the cause provided someone has a truck that can transfer the stuff... my table doesn't quite fit in the Crossfire...

[TheTruth]

I'm going to need a few weeks to work out the details such having enough chips, tables, chairs, drinks, people, etc...

However, first thing we need to agree on is location. Is my house OK?

I have no problem with your place. Let us know when is good for you, and we'll start to make the plans.

I can bring a table and chairs for 10, and I have enough chips to cover one table. It would probably be much better if we could find someone with enough chips to cover all the tables.

As for the food/drinks, we will make it a byob. Or we can add 10 into the buy in and use that to rent a keg or 2. That way no one is required to pull more than anyone else. And there is a lot less trash with a keg.

[TheTruth]

Sounds awesome!

I'd be willing to lend my table, chairs, chips and cards to the cause provided someone has a truck that can transfer the stuff... my table doesn't quite fit in the Crossfire...

I have a truck we can use.

[Kori Ellis]

If it's not on a Spurs game night (home or away) then I'm sure we'll play too.

Yeah, as long as there is no house rake it is not illegal in Texas.

I don't think that's true.

[scott]

I don't think that's true.

Manny is correct. A private game of poker is perfectly legal in the state of Texas. As soon as the house takes any form of payment, including tips, then it becomes illegal. That even includes even tipping a waitress.

[Kori Ellis]

Manny is correct. A private game of poker is perfectly legal in the state of Texas. As soon as the house takes any form of payment, including tips, then it becomes illegal. That even includes even tipping a waitress.

Actually there's more to it than that.

If it's in a public place (bar/restaurant/apartment rec room) it's illegal.

If there's a rake or tips, obviously illegal.

Even asking people to chip in for beer, food, whatever that's served there, makes it illegal.

[scott]

If it's in a public place (bar/restaurant) it's illegal.

If there is any money/prize at stake - then that is true. I was thinking Manny was talking about a home game. I helped a couple of bars around SA set up their games, and there are ways around it.

Since it doesn't seem we're having it at a bar though... no worries!

[GINNNNNNNNNNNNOBILI]

We probably should make the buy in 20 instead of 30, with rebuys for the first hour or 2.... what do you guys think of that?

[TheTruth]

We probably should make the buy in 20 instead of 30, with rebuys for the first hour or 2.... what do you guys think of that?

doesn't matter. 1 rebuy limit though.

[MannyIsGod]

I like unlimited rebuys for the first hour. Adds more to the pot.

[TheTruth]

I like unlimited rebuys for the first hour. Adds more to the pot.

whatver the consensus is. i don't care.

[Mr Dio]

Puppy I think you'll like the tournament format a little better.

First, If there's 30 people that's only 3 tables and we rotate so you get to socialize with everyone.

Second with $30 you get about $1000 in chips so you'll have more chips to play with.

Third, you will have a better chance at winning.

$30 is cool but what about $50? If it's a not too often thing then the higher the better, up to a certain point. How would it work? When someone is out of chips they're out & depending on the amt someone finishes with in the top 5-10 they get something? Or is it winner take all? If someone, (like me, runs out of chips can they buy back in?

[TheTruth]

Yeah, you can buy in. Just haven't gotten any concrete rebuy rules set yet.
I'd be for a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place payout. 60%, 25%, 15%.

[MannyIsGod]

I say we see what the interest is for a 10-20 person tourney before we go trying to hit the damn moon. But thats just me.

[Mr Dio]

I know for sure me & a buddy or 2 would be in for anywhere from $25-$50 for starters.

[2centsworth]

I say we see what the interest is for a 10-20 person tourney before we go trying to hit the damn moon. But thats just me.

agreed. We can either do a rebuy or have side games for people who get knocked out early.

Don't think it should be too expensive because it's all in fun. Maybe go down to $10 buy-in with two rebuys within the first hour. That with side games should keep everyone in a game.

I'll buy a keg so we don't have to worry about breaking any laws. Everyone can feel free to bring anything additional.

I'll follow-up with everyone who has chips, tables, and chairs.

[Mr Dio]

Can it be a keg of Guinness or Bass?

[Mr Dio]

jk

[KEDA]

I can bring a few people if its allowed.

Im good for about 5 or 6

plus I have chips that Im willing to lend as well

[RashoFan]

Depending on the date, I am interested.

[2centsworth]

What do you guys think about December the 10th or 16th? Start time about 7 or 8pm with the tourney lasting about 3-4hrs.

[batman2883]

can we ing do this already???