I think (or rather I know) that there is a big hole in my game in that I value suited cards too highly.
I am sure that I value the strength of a hand too highly when suited. As an example if I had
i could fold to a raise easily
But if it was
I am much more tempted to call raises or even reraise. Trouble is i have no logic as to what extent the fact that cards are suited should make a difference to my judgement.
Last night I called an all in move with half of my chips with
Whereas if it had been
I would have folded straight away. (I did lose my chips as the other guy had big slick)
Can anyone give me any general advice on this?
To be honest I think you've already answered your own post by recognising it is a mistake. The hard part is actually doing what you know is right in the moment.
I think in general terms people overvalue suited hands.
If I play connected cards I tend to play unsuited cards
can get you into a world of trouble when the other guy hits a bigger flush. Also you often don't get paid off when you hit a flush as the board is screaming out FLUSH!!!!!! at your opponents.
However a hand like
is much safer as you either hit it or you don't. there's usually no middle ground. If the board comes 5 6 9 A J Rainbow then you've a much better chance of getting paid off here.