whereagles, on Oct 10 2005, 12:56 PM, said:
Do you have to bid NOW? Yes, because pard, with lenght in spades and weakish hand, will never dare to reopen.
What to bid? Double is probably better because it doesn't put the eggs all in one basket, like 3♥ does. Besides, if pard has a minor suit to run to, he'll have to bid it at the FOUR level.
If you want to bid, do it, but accept 800-1100.
How high are the chance, that you have game?
If you believe the risk is worth it, go ahead,
but I would pass.
Of course if you do it regular, ask the opponent
to have merci with you, and that they do not double
you at the 3 level.
I may be tempted, if the Ace of spades would be
the Ace of hearts / diamonds, but it is not clear,
switch the mayors and double is clear,
but then ... I have the chance to play on the 2 level.
With kind regards
Marlowe