Mastering C-Bet Frequencies on Dry vs Wet Boards

The continuation bet is the most frequently used weapon in a poker player’s arsenal. But mindlessly c-betting 100% of flops is a leak that costs serious money. Let’s break down when to fire and when to check.

Board Texture Classification

Dry boards (K72r, Q83r): These heavily favor the preflop raiser. If you opened from EP, you have all the strong Kx and Qx. Villain’s calling range misses these boards often. C-bet small (25-33% pot) with your entire range.

Wet boards (J❤️T❤️8♠️, 9♠️7♠️5♦️): These connect well with the caller’s range. Suited connectors, medium pairs, and draws all find something. Check more often — especially with your medium-strength hands that can’t stand a raise.

The 70/30 Rule

As a baseline: c-bet about 70% on dry flops and 30% on wet flops. This isn’t a hard rule, but it keeps you from mindlessly barreling when the board smashes your opponent’s range.

Double Barreling

The turn is where you separate regs from fish. Don’t double barrel just because you c-bet. Ask yourself: does this turn card improve my range or villain’s range? Cards that complete draws are bad for double barreling. Cards that brick (like an offsuit 2) are great — your uncapped range retains its advantage.

Summary

C-betting is about board texture, not your hole cards. Before you auto-click that bet button, take two seconds to evaluate: whose range does this flop favor?

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