HU Tilts Me...

[Aequitas58]

T h i n k.

Yes, HU is more variance. Variance comes from being involved in more pots. Here's a breakdown, because I know you can't do it in your head:

Full table = less variance than 6 max.
6 max = less variance HU.

You still don't get it? You play less hands at a full table than at a 6 max table. You also play less hands at a 6 max table than you do when playing HU.

Now, as far as why players prefer heads up... they are more confident in their abilities compared to the next guy. Also, there's no need to isolate the weak player, because there's only one other player at the table. Which is why it's important to know who you're playing. To maximize EV. Of course. For the record. (!!)

A general review for most, but it seems like eejit still can't connect dots.

[PShabi]

Lou:
Never one to pull any punches!

[sjay2k]

HU is real poker. You make decisions every hand, every street. There are so many more moves that you can pull HU than any forms of poker. Playing HU is the best way to learn, imo.

My winrate is much higher at HU than 6-max (and especially full ring). I'd play more, but it's too difficult to concentrate on more than a couple of HU tables at once. My preferred mix is one HU table and four 6-max tables.

[Talking Poker]

Interesting..... I don't like mixing and matching like that. I play either 6 max (4-6 tables), or HU (2-3 tables).

I completely agree with you about HU being real poker.... I'm just not as good enough at it yet. I feel that I can handle.beat most opponents without too much trouble, but there are guys that I play that I just KNOW are better than me. It's like I haven't quite figured out how to counteract their moves yet. I will, in time. But it sure is a frustrating ride along the way.