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I am mainly interested in what guys think here but a woman's opinion would be interesting as well.

When you go to a bar do you find it easier to pickup if you are alone or with a friend or group of friends.

I have always gone with a friend doing the old wing man routine since I find most women at bars tend to be there with a friend and I just find it easier to strike up a conversation if there is a small group of us.

I hate going with a bunch of friends because I always find it to be to much competition.

I have been thinking of trying the solo approach but I am not sure if I can pull it off. Does anyone have any tips?