Raising AK in small stakes, no foldem holdem games

[KarmicDebt]

This is all good stuff ... thank you.

So then I assume most of you feel that the post-flop strategic advantage of not raising AK will not make up for the failure to raise pre-flop? Do most of you feel it should be raised every time or should I mix it up? maybe raise 2/3 times instead?

Lastly, many books I have read say you should bet the flop regardless of whether you hit or miss ... does everyone agree that is a sound strategy at this limit? Should I ...


1) bet the flop and check the turn if I still miss?
2) go for the full three-barrel bluff unless I encounter resistance?
3) timidly check the flop when I miss?

If I opt for #3, then I assume it might be wise to check-raise the flop when I have a large pocket pair or flop a set to encourage people to fear my checks but then again, I also realize there are less observant opponents at this level.

Thanks again,

--Karm