Multi-table

Not all players are confident to play several tables at once, but it dramatically increases the amount of rake you can accumulate in one session. Plus as your rake increases so does your rakeback! Just be careful not to bite off more than you can chew. It makes no sense to turn into a fish at the tables just to win a rake race.

Rake Structure and Limit Selection

Poker sites differ in the way they collect rake. Make sure you check the Rake Structure of the Poker room where you are racing and choose a limit that compliments both your skill level and your rakeback (and race) goals. For example: if you are comfortable playing up to $3/6 limit holdem, and the poker room uses a $20 pot as the minimum rake threshold for the $1/2, $2/4 and $3/6 tables. At $1/2 this is 10 big bets, at $2/4 it is 5 big bets and at $3/6 it is just over 3 big bets. A player at $3/6 will establish a significant lead in a rake race over a player at $1/2 playing a similar number of hands.

Table Selection

Good table selection is generally a good poker tip and can be essential in a rake race. You should avoid tight tables. Your rake race results will be tied directly to the size of the pots at the tables you play.You need to be at tables where the average pot size is comparatively large for the limits you are playing.

The Rakeback Terms

Poker rooms can vary in the way they calculate your net generated revenue, this can make an impact on your rake race results. It is wise to be aware what bonuses and loyalty program incentives are deducted from rake and if all tournament and SnG fees are included into your rake. Pay Attention to the Details and Have a Great Rake Race!