Does anybody know the actual Tex's TEARS formula? I have tournaments at my house ranging from 15-40 people. Some games start in the evening and only last a few hours. Others are on weekends and can last all day.

I'd love a formula that I cold just plug in the number of players and the time available, and have a recommended starting chip count and blind structure.

It's hard to strike the right balance. Too few starting chips and it's an all-in bingo fest. Too many chips and I have 5 people left at 4am with zillion chips each.

Anybody have a formula for me?