how do you pick a “good” table or does it not matter at all

for me it’s all about reading the vibe first, then making a call. everyone talks like the table itself doesn’t matter, since the cards don’t have memory and the rules are fixed, but i’ve seen way too many streaks broken just by hopping from a slow table to a manic one. i avoid the ones with loud, wild players - too distracting, and i swear it somehow bleeds into my rhythm. plus, fast tables tend to make you rush moves you shouldn’t.

the only numbers i really care about are seats and shoe position. less people means more hands per hour, sure, but also less time to think or check up on running counts if you’re into that. i’m steady, not in a hurry, so i’ll always pick a table that looks like it’s got folks who just sit and grind without all the chatter. rituals matter, habits matter, makes way more difference than people admit, especially if you’re clocking long sessions. i think the details add up, even if it feels small in the moment.