December 2019 « 7NTbyme Bridge

“Up the Line Principle” for 4-Cards Major Bid

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 28 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

The 4-Cards Major Up-the-Line principle is in play when you want to find a possible 4-4 fit in a Major suit, rather than another fit in a minor suit.

The exception to Longer First, Higher Rank First

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 28 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

There is one important exception to “Longer First, Higher Rank” principle that we hold dear. It is crucial to know this exception and the reason behind it

“Longer First, Higher Rank First” Principle

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 21 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

One of the most fundamental principle in standard bidding system is “longer first, higher rank first” – in that order but sometime people forget this. The result? Chaos and disagreement within partnership. So, better remember this..always…

Canape in Bridge

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 21 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

No, dont expect your club to serve canapé for every Bridge session. But, yes, there is a canape in Bridge that you should know. It is not that common, but it is important concept.

Bridge Contract: 35 of Them

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 18 Dec 2019 | New To Bridge

Bridge contract is limited. There are only 35 of them. But it is enough to make an adult cry when miss a contract. See the pattern, see the nature of these contracts.

Trick Taking In Bridge

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 18 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

Bridge is a trick-taking game. The type of contracts determine how you win a trick. Whoever start the trick also play very important role.

The Cards of Bridge: 4 Suits x 13 Cards in a Deck

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 18 Dec 2019 | New To Bridge

The most important element of Bridge is the card. It can be physical card or just virtual cards, but these cards is the foundation of the game. Know it, know it well…

Bridge is a Sport, isn’t it?

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 18 Dec 2019 | The-X-Factor

YES! Absolutely. “Bridge” is a sport. That’s the short answer. However, if you still have “Yeah, right… no” in your mind, read this short articles because I will present you with a refutable proof.

Minimum HCP to Response: Do NOT Pass!

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 17 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

When you have this minimum HCP, you MUST responds regardless of the quality of your hand. Otherwise your bidding system will fall apart.

“Game Points” in Your Bidding System

Posted by Denis Kristanda | 17 Dec 2019 | Snippet of Bridge: Important Reminders

You and your partner need to have a firm agreement of how many High Card Point (HCP) as game points. This agreement is very important because it dictates when you signal “Forcing to Game (FG)” or “Game Force (GF)” to partner.

Month: December 2019