Betting concept
Barrel in Poker: What It Means and When to Use It
Barrel is a betting move: what it means, when it is right, and when to avoid it.
Quick answer
Barrel: A continuation bet on a later street (double = flop+turn, triple = + river).
In more detail
Barrelling builds pressure with hands that have equity (semi-bluffs) or strong made hands (value). Triple-barrel bluffs are the most committed line. Pick targets carefully.
Common questions
What does Barrel mean in poker?
Barrelling builds pressure with hands that have equity (semi-bluffs) or strong made hands (value). Triple-barrel bluffs are the most committed line. Pick targets carefully.
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