So to correctly think about lines to play would be to think something like “ok, it’s a very wet flop, I can’t afford to check and should bet on the larger side to discourage too many callers and I will get plenty of value from all Kx hands, most draws and some Tx”.  If shoved on I will have to call as I’ll be ahead against most hands that will shove there at the stack depth we’re playing.  If a blank comes on turn the best line is to shove to deny equity to draws and get max value from Kx hands that probably won’t fold.  How’s that sound?

Makes a lot of sense.  Playing to check raise was initially the plan because the guy directly to my left was very aggro post flop and was taking stabs at lots of pots (and winning).  However, I’d already taken the same line with AA against an hour earlier and doubled against him so was silly to take the same line twice.  Checking was worst option because (a) check raising again turns my hand face up and I’m probably only getting called by 2 pair or better and folding out all draws and (b) all the likely hands calling behind will be medium pairs, broadways and suited connectors. All of which will be super happy to see a free turn card and realise their equity.  About the only hands that I beat that may bet/stack off to a check raise are KQ and KJ.  So I’m either called by better or fold out most other hands.  Betting larger on flop gives my max value from all hands I beat that will continue and allows me to get stacks in on turn if no clubs fall.

This is great mate.  Even if what I say above is complete rubbish at least you have shown me how to think more thoroughly about when, why and how to bet.  Obviously with more practice, learning and discussion my thoughts will improve!