fiskew

I have not read the thread to which the opening poster refers. It would be helpful if a link could be provided. There may or may not be a more general problem with check boxes on the ACBL card. What is ironic, however, is that Meckwell are not guilty of the accusation specifically made. Their ACBL card can be seen on the USBF site: http://usbf.org/docs/2009usbc/acblcards/Me...rothRodwell.jpg In the section for Major Suit Jump Raises, they have crossed out "Weak" and written "Mixed" instead.

Yes, 1♣-2♦ still shows 8-10, Balanced. My earlier post was dealing with bidding after 1♣-1♠-1NT Fiske

Yes, you have the opener's rebids right. Additionally opener can agree hearts by rebidding 2♠ Over 1NT (used on balanced hands and 4-1-4-4 hands) responder rebids as follows: 2♣ = 3 controls 2♦ = 4 controls 2♥ = 5+ controls 2♠ = 0-2 controls Opener then uses the next step to ask about suit distribution Over the suit rebids, responder shows support and strength using steps. The basic scheme is: 1st step = 0-2 card support, extra values 2nd step = 0-2 card support, minimum hand 3rd step = 3 card support 4th step = 4 card support However, these can vary depending on the level. All bids above 2S show 3+ card support. If room, 3/4 card fits can be split between minimum and extra values.

After 1♦-2♣-2♥ Meckwell play the following: 2♠ Transfer to 2NT (either to right side 3NT or to look for slam fit) 2NT 6+♣, FG 3♣ 6+♣, NF 3♦ 6♣+4♥ 3♥ 6♣+4♠ 3NT Signoff There is no need to play in 2NT after 1♦-2♣-2♥: Meckwell play 1♦-2NT as Bal 11-12