Originally Posted by jmillerdls

As Tilt probably realized...they are not going to just quit poker when the buyin gets raised. They will still be generating a lot of rake, just in a different game.

Originally Posted by xPOPOVICIx

shortstacking is bad for business on ANY site. first of all shortstackers play tight so they don't enter that many pots (not much rake generated). second when they enter the pot it is usually won preflop so NO RAKE AT ALL. third even when it goes to SD HU, the pot is like 40-50BB big so the maximum rake is NOT generated at most stakes.

Originally Posted by MDN

"Personally I can not just leave FTP quietly, so I've sent them a letter. It's unlikely to change anything but at least they will see what they have lost. If you wish to join in, copy it and add your data (Bankroll and rake).

"To: support@fulltiltpoker.com
Subject: Reaction to the latest FTP changes

Good afternoon.
I would like to express extreme discontent with the latest innovations in your room, namely the increase of the minimum buy-in in cash games. By doing this you effectively get rid of all players who prefer to play with minimum buy-in using the SSS (short-stack strategy). I'm distressed that FTP has decided to resort to such measures. Until recently I have liked your pokerroom, your excellent software, notes system, search filters, a set of additional options for playing comfortably... And in no way did I expect FTP to give me a boot.
I am also exasperated that at the moment you have blocked the possibility of making a cash out. In my opinion such action strongly discredits FTP, which I viewed as responsible, reliable pokerroom in which I could keep my money. Presently, on Poker Strategy (which I'm a member of), there is a lively discussion in the forum concerning latest changes, and the majority of SSS players are inclined to leave FTP.
In view of what I wrote above, I intend to cash out my bankroll ($500) before 1/29/2010.
I also would like you to take into account that since today you'll be missing my share of rake, which is $30/day ($900/month). I intend to play in a pokerroom that does not discriminate players based on the size of the stack they sit down to play with."

I have a request for those who are also going to send FTP a letter to make a post here with your cash out amount and daily rake amount. If a substantial amount is accumulated (and I'm sure it will be) I will make a post at the FTP forum with all the numbers (how much less in rake they are going to earn starting from the next week)."

Originally Posted by Devilboy666

So I hear rumors that Stars is seriously considering raising their buy-ins too.

WHAT NOW SHORTIES!?

Originally Posted by jefferiah

Since you made this post, Full Tilt has added antes to their Rush Poker games. This inflates the starting pot so the SSers can buy in for 40BB, but in actuality have an approximately 20BB effective stack. The SSers can take their 20BB pushing tables and use them in anted Rush Poker with little or no adjustments.

Let's see if they figure this out and come back to Full Tilt Poker.

Originally Posted by d0nk3y

Stop posting this everywhere you mental midget.

Originally Posted by sss20bb

Or maybe rejoicing! First off, I notice the VPIP of the shallow tables are higher than standard tables. Interesting.

I wouldn't be a bit surprised to see a bunch of the most vocal full stack critics of shortstackers flocking to the shallow 20-40 bb tables since the VPIPs are higher.

They complained about the shortstacks at the 20bb minimum tables when they could have been playing at the 50bb minimum tables. Just wait. As soon as they see they aren't winning more after the short stacks are gone they will need another excuse for why they don't win or win more. And off to chase the fish at the shallow tables they will go.

And then they will probably STILL come here and complain about the shortstacks at the shallow tables.

Just watch.