Dry board

A board with few draws and limited connectivity.

Definition

A dry board is a flop/turn with low coordination, meaning there are fewer strong draws available.

Key points

  • Dry boards reduce draw frequency, so value hands are less vulnerable.
  • Bluffs often need stronger story because fewer natural draws exist.
  • Range advantage can be more important than hand strength.

Common misconceptions

Myth

Dry boards mean you should always bet.

Reality

It depends on range interaction and position.

Myth

Dry boards have no draws.

Reality

They have fewer, not zero.

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