Review of SportsBook Poker

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Deposit Options

Because SportsBook Poker is a U.S. only site the deposit and withdrawal options are more restrictive than normal. SportsBook Poker does offer a enough deposit options to cater for most wallets however withdrawal options are little more scant.

Deposit options include:  MoneyBookers, credit cards, checks and CentralCoin.

Withdrawal options are: Checks, or e-checks.

Software

If you're looking for cutting edge software and technology then you might be a little disappointed with the game client at SportsBook Poker. This isn't to say that the features are lacking in any way, just that the site doesn't have any extra sparkle. Reliable functionality is the best way to describe the software and if you want a poker experience that is smooth, provides all the necessary attributes and generally does what a poker site should do then SportsBook Poker is a winner on all fronts. The avatars have a life-like appearance which adds a depth to the aesthetics and the refined graphics make the play swift and direct. The color scheme is stylish and there is a good degree of customizability with regards to the sounds, card style and chat options.

In-built statistical tools give you valuable information about your playing percentages and the hand history feature records all the table data, including player chat, so you can dig  into your opponents' playing styles be ready to fleece them in the future. Note taking is incorporated into the software and the labeling tool allows you to easily spot the fish the next time you login to the site. SportsBook Poker isn't trying too hard to be fancy and many players will appreciate this direct and unpretentious approach.

Type of Games

 The Hold'em hounds and the Omaha obsessive won't be disappointed with the spread of games at SportsBook Poker. The micro games start at $0.04/$0.08 and reach the heady heights of $100/200 so there's no excuse for not being able to find a suitable game on the site. In addition to these games the site also has spread 5 and 7 Card Stud in both Limit and Pot Limit versions. The list of games isn't as extensive of some sites but with games such as HORSE still being a niche discipline this doesn't affect the overall quality of the site.

Promotions and Bonuses

SportsBook Poker's loyalty system is based on frequent player points. Points are earned through real-money tournament and ring-game play. SportsBook also offer loyalty programs including the "Gold Chip" and "Gold Card" programs. These gold chips can be parlayed in to a WPT seat or any one of a host of luxury items.

Other promotions on offer are: a fully stocked poker store, regular $250K guaranteed tourney every month, big hand bucks and freerolls into millions. There is certainly a great deal of extracurricular credit for players at SportsBook Poker.

Customer Support

Whether you want to communicate with SportsBook Poker's support staff via speech or text there is an option for you. Email and live chat are the virtual forms of help; while a 24/7 phone line is available if you prefer to report your problems in person. The response time and helpfulness of the customer service department is excellent and the accurate answers they provide help make the resolution process as efficient as possible. Indeed, poor customer service can ruin a site and thankfully SportsBook Poker hasn't let that happen which only helps increase the appeal of their site.

Summary

SportsBook Poker is unique in the poker world as it is one of the few sites that are only open to American and Canadian Players. This means the action is frenetic and the average table VPIPs is well above any you'll find on other sites (in some cases 50-60%). With such loose opponents it will be virtually impossible not to win money by playing a tight aggressive style. SportsBook Poker has taken the stance that it is better to master the basics than offer outlandish features that can potentially ruin the overall game play. The software, bonus program and levels of customer service are all well thought out without being over the top. To see a site making sure the fundamentals are solid is a refreshing trait considering many smaller poker rooms overstretch themselves at the expense of reliability. SportsBook Poker won't let you down in the fact they are specifically designed to cater to the US and Canadian demographic is reason enough that players from these countries should do all they can to support them. It is uncertain whether the UIGEA will be repealed and if it isn't then many sites will remain out of bounds for US players. It makes sense then to put your stock into a site that is already providing an online poker experience for American players.