What is a probe bet good for in Texas Holdem Poker?

An experienced Texas Holdem Poker player will know all there is to know about how and when to make a probe bet, and what they are good for. These are the players who will use a probe bet to test the seriousness of their opponents, and usually at the latter stages of a hand; possibly after their opponents have checked to them on more than one occasion.

Probe bets made in Texas Holdem games should rarely be aggressive. Thinking players will usually refrain from using the probe bet option until at least after the flop and sometimes even on fourth street or at the river. Probe bets come after players have checked into the flop and sometimes even after. [Read][more][...]