rrlass

Somewhere along the line, it became a "rule" that you should always bid up the line and bid a four card major over a minor opening? Why? We play inverted raises as forcing to game, and they may contain a four card major. We use the other minor as checkback. (e.g. 1♣-2♣-2♦ asks for a four card major) We use jump shift in other minor as a limit raise, and this bid cannot have a 4 card major. We also play 1♣-2M= 4♠ & 5♥ 6-9 or 10-12, and use Flannery responses over the bid. We have had no trouble finding major suit fits, and it simplifies the bidding enormously. Contact me if you want more info.