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Poker Chip Tells

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Written by Thom Riemersma

Thursday, 08 May 2008

by ThomRiemersma

Just about every poker player messes with their poker chips when they play. They'll stack 'em and shuffle 'em, they'll flip 'em and twirl 'em; and when it comes to betting they'll splash 'em or place them in neat stacks. If you're paying attention, watching how people play with their poker chips can add some extra cash to your bankroll. Here's a couple of poker chip tells to watch out for.

Wait for Them to Stop

You find these poker players wherever you play. They are always moving their chips. The shuffle is popular. In fact these gamers mix shuffling and betting in a subtle pattern. But suddenly you see them stop moving their chips immediately after placing a bet. You can safely assume that they are not expecting to win anything.

The people who know that they have a good set of cards are unperturbed. They fiddle with their chips with a satisfied air. But the people who have suddenly stopped playing with their chips are obviously on edge. They are wishing that you are not going to call. Now you will need to up your bets, as these unfortunate players are doomed to fold.

Splashing the Pot

This tell can be a little trickier. There are people out there who splash the pot because they like the sound it makes. What you're looking for, however, is someone who's been putting their poker chips in nice neat stacks and placing them in the pot. When this person suddenly sends a hailstorm of poker chips into the pot, something's up.

Always keep in mind the fact that poker is not always what it appears. Therefore when you see this quiet player play wildly you can be pretty sure that they are bluffing you. Call their bluff and raise your bet. If you are wrong you will know what they are up to next time they turn wild.

These small tells are not what a person usually does. It is all about changes in player's habits. Observe your fellow players and see any sudden changes that will indicate that something is fishy. Raise your bets and get to the bottom of it.

You will find that many poker players practice poker chip tricks at home, just to look cool. However this works against them, as fiddling with their chips becomes second nature to them. In moments of crisis they will suddenly stop handling their chips and give away their game. So keep your eyes on the chips and make yourself some extra bucks.

About the Author:

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