Pitonealal
Rock Star
Platinum Level
Hey everyone,
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about where people stand in terms of buy-ins and limits, and I thought it would be cool to ask the community here. Personally, I’m grinding the micro stakes right now. 💸 It’s where I feel comfortable at the moment, and I see it as the best way to build a foundation, learn discipline, and develop good habits before moving up.
When I first started, I underestimated how tough even the micros can be. A lot of people say, “Oh, it’s just pennies,” but honestly, the level of competition can surprise you. There are still regs grinding those fields and a ton of players who play unorthodox styles that keep you guessing. I actually think learning to beat these stakes teaches you patience more than anything. You don’t get rich, but you get smarter.
I try to treat these games seriously even if the buy-ins are small. For me, it’s not only about money but also about training. Every hand is a chance to practice, test theories, and prepare for tougher opponents in higher buy-ins. Right now, I usually spend 3–4 hours playing and another 3–4 hours studying—reviewing ranges, going through solver outputs, or just reading about poker strategy. 📚 It’s a grind, but I enjoy it.
That being said, I’m really curious about the rest of you here.
👉 What buy-in limits are you currently playing?
👉 Did you stay at micros for a long time before moving up, or did you take shots earlier?
👉 How do you personally decide when you’re “ready” to climb to the next level?
I feel like this is something a lot of us struggle with—knowing the right time to move up. Some people say you should build a proper bankroll first, others say you need to challenge yourself earlier. I’d love to hear your perspective because sometimes I feel stuck just grinding micros without a clear timeline of when it’s okay to step forward.
So yeah, that’s my situation: micro-stakes grinder for now. Hopefully, in time, I’ll have the courage (and bankroll) to move up, but I don’t mind putting in the hours here. After all, it’s about the journey, right? 🙂
Looking forward to hearing about your experiences and stories!
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about where people stand in terms of buy-ins and limits, and I thought it would be cool to ask the community here. Personally, I’m grinding the micro stakes right now. 💸 It’s where I feel comfortable at the moment, and I see it as the best way to build a foundation, learn discipline, and develop good habits before moving up.
When I first started, I underestimated how tough even the micros can be. A lot of people say, “Oh, it’s just pennies,” but honestly, the level of competition can surprise you. There are still regs grinding those fields and a ton of players who play unorthodox styles that keep you guessing. I actually think learning to beat these stakes teaches you patience more than anything. You don’t get rich, but you get smarter.
I try to treat these games seriously even if the buy-ins are small. For me, it’s not only about money but also about training. Every hand is a chance to practice, test theories, and prepare for tougher opponents in higher buy-ins. Right now, I usually spend 3–4 hours playing and another 3–4 hours studying—reviewing ranges, going through solver outputs, or just reading about poker strategy. 📚 It’s a grind, but I enjoy it.
That being said, I’m really curious about the rest of you here.
👉 What buy-in limits are you currently playing?
👉 Did you stay at micros for a long time before moving up, or did you take shots earlier?
👉 How do you personally decide when you’re “ready” to climb to the next level?
I feel like this is something a lot of us struggle with—knowing the right time to move up. Some people say you should build a proper bankroll first, others say you need to challenge yourself earlier. I’d love to hear your perspective because sometimes I feel stuck just grinding micros without a clear timeline of when it’s okay to step forward.
So yeah, that’s my situation: micro-stakes grinder for now. Hopefully, in time, I’ll have the courage (and bankroll) to move up, but I don’t mind putting in the hours here. After all, it’s about the journey, right? 🙂
Looking forward to hearing about your experiences and stories!