Quote Originally Posted by vegascoop
that makes sense then, just co and btn when folded to. So, the more limping and multi-way pots in your game the fewer opportunities. I would assume as you move up and the games tighten up and become more aggressive, this number will increase. I'll be all out to get it >30 at NL50 but I'm going to try and keep it there.
I tried something this morning to verify an estimation I had. Opening these hands on the CO and button seem to put us right at 30%:

CO - All broadways, suited connectors 54s+, all suited aces.
BU - Add all suited 1-gappers 53s+, unsuited connectors 54o+, all suited kings, and all aces.

Quote Originally Posted by d0zer
I think this applies a little less to microstakes. On the really really loose tables you find down there this will often get you into potentially expensive multi-ways vs stations who will call mid-pair+ down on you, and the c-bet costs you more...

depends really on the 3 or 4 villains to your left + limpers...

I think the fact that poker is like...almost always 'it depends', makes it the great game it is
Why are you scared of multi-way pots here? Suited connectors, suited 1-gappers, and suited aces all play well multi-way, especially against calling stations. Your advantage is then compounded by having the best position post-flop.

Exploiting opponent tendencies applies to all levels. Playing hands in position and with initiative applies to all levels. Blind stealing applies to all levels.