Woodbine Raceway Poker Room

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Western Fair and Georgian Downs have 3 PokerTek Video poker games
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Anyone know when Woodbine Raceway is going to be up and running? I heard they may have 10-13 tables which would be great for all of us that have to endure the drive to Rama or Fallsview

compuease

Also 3 at Mohawk but really not fully used...

JimmyHo

never.

daredevil158

Showing Up;329662 wroteWestern Fair and Georgian Downs have 3 PokerTek Video poker games
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Anyone know when Woodbine Raceway is going to be up and running? I heard they may have 10-13 tables which would be great for all of us that have to endure the drive to Rama or Fallsview

Where did you hear about 10-13 tables ? I would be surprised if it's that's number... but you never know if word catches on. I did hear they're getting them, not sure when but maybe 3-5 tables like Mohawk. The ones at Mohawk don't fill because there aren't enough players out there. Woodbine would be different, once people hear the game is there I'm sure they can fill at least three tables a night. Would be great if they can get 2-5 NL or PLO going.

Makaton

Last week after I'd heard that virtual poker tables were in use at some of the racetracks I decided to take a drive out to Woodbine and see if anything was going on there. Nothing yet but spoke to the floor man at the virtual blackjack and Baccarat tables who pointed at the curtain when I asked him about virtual poker and he said that's where the work is underway to install the machines. He didn't say how many tables (cause I forgot to ask) but they will be up and running end of October or beginning of November. In any case the games will definitely be here soon. I said to myself, this calls for a beer so I went up to the track and had one while watching the last thoroughbred race for the night.

Also since I'm so burnt out of driving to Fallsview for instance, I decided to go play up at Georgian on the weekend and had a great time. Lots of loose money if you ask me ;). The one girl they had working the floor for three almost full 1-2 NLHE tables told me they plan to bring in 2-5 and try some Omaha. Right now it's all 1-2 NLHE so we'll see.

I don't mind the virtual tables. I've had a chance to play them in Montreal and on a cruise ship. They have advantages and some disadvantages but more than anything they give us a choice finally! Nearly every major city in the world has poker by now. Hopefully this is the beginning for TO.

Cheers!

Bfillmaff

Anyone been to these lately? A friend recommended the tables at Mohawk, was planning on checking it out.

daredevil158

Bfillmaff;331120 wroteAnyone been to these lately? A friend recommended the tables at Mohawk, was planning on checking it out.

Been to Mohawk and played a few times - pretty loose action but not the most sophisticated players. Don't expect advanced plays from this group; I see it as more like overplaying hands ... so if you are holding a strong hand and willing to call (an all-in) after the flop, most of the time you will be ahead against a weaker hand or a draw that was overplayed. Again, just my experience playing there 4-5 times. Others may see it in a different perspective. It's a more conservative style than Rama / NF players pre-flop - very little 3 betting or 4 betting.

Bfillmaff

sounds like it could be profitable, thanks devil going to check it out this week

Woodbinepoker

Construction on the Woodbine poker lounge is progressing nicely and we'll be opening to the public on Friday October 26th. We're working on our opening strategies now such as tournament schedules, offers etc. The room will feature 11 poker tek poker tables + 1 black jack table and will operate 24/7. Let me know your feedback on your experiences at other sites and what you would like to see in the room.

JimmyHo

its here!

JimmyHo

Woodbinepoker;331296 wroteConstruction on the Woodbine poker lounge is progressing nicely and we'll be opening to the public on Friday October 26th. We're working on our opening strategies now such as tournament schedules, offers etc. The room will feature 11 poker tek poker tables + 1 black jack table and will operate 24/7. Let me know your feedback on your experiences at other sites and what you would like to see in the room.

Looking forward to checking this out! What limits will they have at these tables and game choices?

Woodbinepoker

limits will range from $1-$2 up to $5-$10 Limit and NL. Higher limit games could be possible if the demand is there. We'll have a variety going and change based on player demand.

Makaton

OMG! I'm ecstatic! Woo hoo! Legal poker in Toronto finally! Well not counting the ex but I never played there anyways.

My suggestion to Woodbine is you might want to give us more than just a half hour for lunch and dinner. Otherwise I'll have to brown bag it.

2-5 nlhe shouldn't be a problem to keep going but why not try a 1-2 plo game to get people to try it. A 2-5 or 5-5 game could follow once a player pool gets established.

See you at the tables!

RAM_Eh

Woodbinepoker;331301 wrotelimits will range from $1-$2 up to $5-$10 Limit and NL. Higher limit games could be possible if the demand is there. We'll have a variety going and change based on player demand.

never seen these tables so I have a question.

Is there a way to lock the table for washroom breaks or diner breaks?

djgolfcan

Dead Money;331306 wrotenever seen these tables so I have a question.

Is there a way to lock the table for washroom breaks or diner breaks?

Yes.

compuease

Dead Money;331306 wrotenever seen these tables so I have a question.

Is there a way to lock the table for washroom breaks or diner breaks?

When you put in your card, which holds all of your money (chips) you use your password to login and decide how much to put on the table, then when you want to take a break you simply mark yourself as away and then use your password when you get back. The question is how long will you have to be away at any one time...

mojojo16

Any word on what the promos Woodbine will be offering are?

daredevil158

Woodbinepoker;331296 wroteConstruction on the Woodbine poker lounge is progressing nicely and we'll be opening to the public on Friday October 26th. We're working on our opening strategies now such as tournament schedules, offers etc. The room will feature 11 poker tek poker tables + 1 black jack table and will operate 24/7. Let me know your feedback on your experiences at other sites and what you would like to see in the room.

I hope you guys have a tv or two that show the races in the poker room.
It's a bit ridiculous to play poker at a racetrack and miss the races you've bet on.
Bad set up at Mohawk poker tables since you have to run away from the tables to catch the race at the bar!

JimmyHo

did this ever open as planned or rumored?

Foxrod

pokerJAH;336603 wrotedid this ever open as planned or rumored?

Opened on Friday at noon, sat in for a few hours ($1-2). Fast game, internet poker feel to it. Will prolly be very busy from now on, great alternative to driving to Niagara/Rama. Buddy is a "pit boss" says no call-in seat reservations...