Tuesday 27 December 2011
Baccarat
"Baccarat is possibly the easiest game to learn and play. The main object is very simple. The player has to assemble a hand of two or three cards. The value of the hand must get as closer as possible to nine.
The perfect baccarat hand is a hand that has the total of nine in the first two cards, without to use a third card.
Everyone agrees that baccarat is a game of chance, but like many other games of chance, an experience player can have better chances to win than a novice player. Why is that? Because there are certain things than can influence the outcome of a betting round and experienced player know how to make better decisions that will maximize their chances to win the hand. The luck factor plays the most important roll in the game, but when a player knows his chances, knows what could be the outcome of each of the optional moves- he has better chances to win in the long run.
And this is exactly why serious casino players, who search for bigger prizes, invest their time in practicing and reading about baccarat. By doing so, serious players develop their own playing strategy that will allow them to make smarter decisions when they play baccarat.
Baccarat, as we wrote before, is a very simple game. All you have to do is to bet on whether you think the banker will beat the player, the player will beat the banker or if the both hands will tie.
This leads me to the most important baccarat tip you'll ever receive: Always bet either on the banker or the player. Do not waste your time and money on betting on a tie. The chances are always greater that either the player or the banker will win.
Another important tip that I can give to players who want to maximize their winnings (and, obviously, minimize their loss) is to pay more attention to managing their money.
Some players use money managing systems like the Martingale system in order to have some sort of a pattern to follow during their game, but you don't have to use a strict system like that. A good way to manage your money is to decide how much you are going to invest in the game and to set a limit. If you'll decide in advance what are your goals and how much you can allow yourself to lose, you'll have more chances to play reasonably and your game will be much more profitable.
If you are reading this article, you probably interested in money aspect of casino gambling, but it doesn't say that you cannot enjoy your game while playing it in the best online casinos.
The most important tip that I can give you is to pay attention and to manage your money correctly, to use gaming strategy and to use your experience and the advices of other experienced players when you're playing, but more than this, if you're not enjoying the game, maybe it's just not worth it. Make sure that the prime target of your casino time is to provide you with exciting gaming experience, because luck will always come and go, and exciting experiences stay forever in our memories." DL
Sunday 18 December 2011
Free books....
Monday 12 December 2011
Sunday 4 December 2011
Wednesday 30 November 2011
The Mathematics Of Gambling (Edward O. Thorpe)
This is the newest book that I'll be reading, and I have fot to say I am totally looking forward to the read :) If your not a reader, try It's part 1 of 5 from the BBC :) DL
Sunday 20 November 2011
Sunday 13 November 2011
Sicbo trainer and a crooked casino?
Who besides me, thinks that the casino is crooked? Let me know why you think so, and I'll set you up with an early release of one of my reports :)
Monday 7 November 2011
Tuesday 1 November 2011
Friday 28 October 2011
Blackjack - Splitting a pair.
"One of the most misunderstood aspects of playing Blackjack is that of splitting a pair of cards. Understanding when to split, and when to stay with what you have is crucial to your play. As ever, a lot depends on what cards you have and what the dealer's upcard is showing. A key aspect is to remember there are more cards with a value of ten in the pack than any other value.
For a start, never split a pair of face cards or a pair of tens! With these cards you have a very strong hand of 20 and there is no point in ruining it by splitting. By contrast, always split a pair of aces. A single ace with another card is a much stronger hand than two aces and by splitting your chances of finishing with a high hand or even 21 are very good.
A pair of 9s are best split if the dealer is showing a weak card of 2 to 6. If the dealer is showing an 8 you should also. Likewise, if the dealer is showing a 9 you should split because if the dealer has gets 19 it will beat your current hand of 18. If the dealer is showing a 7 then you should stand. Always split 8s even if the dealer is showing an ace. Your hand now stands at 16, which is very likely loser. You are better off taking a chance and splitting.
A pair of 7s should be split if the dealer's upcard is 7 or less. A hand of 14 is a weak hand but by splitting there is a good chance you will convert that into a pair of 17s. If the dealer is showing an 8 there is a good stay with what you've got and be prepared to lose the hand. You are better off just losing the one hand against an 18 than losing two hands of 17 against a dealer's 18. Split a pair of 6s if the dealer is showing a 6 or less. It is risky to split 6s because you might end up with two hands of 16 so only do it if the dealer is showing a weak hand of below 6 that may lead to the dealer busting.
Never ever split a pair of fives. Your hand is now a very strong ten. Keep the fives and take a hit. Do not split fours either unless the dealer is showing a 5 or 6. If you split a pair of 4s you are likely to hit a difficult 14. 5 or 6 for the dealer however is likely to give the dealer a difficult 15 or 16 so it is worth your while splitting.
You should split 2s or 3s if the dealer is showing a weak upcard of below 7.
By knowing when to split and when to take a hit with what you've got you can add decisive strategy to your Blackjack play."
Some solid advice for when and how to split, I'd lov to see a stats sheet on this :) DL
Thursday 27 October 2011
Blackjack 101
"Today, blackjack seems to be one of the most popular card games. This is because playing blackjack is so easy to learn and play. Unlike poker, blackjack does not have any combinations to remember.
In blackjack, the object of the game is to get the sum of the two cards close to 21. When a person gets cards that are over 21, he or she loses the game.
Normally, a player receives two cards. After the players see their cards, they have to decide whether they would hit or stand. When a person says “stand,” this means the player thinks he or she is closer to 21 already. When a player says “hit,” this means that he or she still needs additional cards just to get close to 21.
Players can draw as many cards as they want until they feel they are close to 21 already. A player who is nearer to 21 wins.
However, there are people who have devised some tips and strategies to get an edge over the other players. There are times that these tips really can help some people win.
Here’s a list of some tips that players may choose to use them so as to win the game.
1. If a player gets 17 or higher, it is always better to stand, and if the player has any number from 13 to 16 and the dealer’s card is 6 or lower, it would be better to stand. But if the dealer has 7 or more, it would be better for a player to hit.
The theory here is that, if the dealer is showing a card of six or lower, the dealer may take a card, assuming that the dealer’s card facing down is a ten. The players, then, assume that the dealer is banking on a bust hand, so the other players have the tendency to maintain a lower card number.
The rule of thumb: players should always assume that the dealer’s down cards is 10.
2. If a player has aces or 8’s, it would be better to split them regardless of the dealer’s showing card.
3. A player should remember not to split 10’s. Chances are, they might end up getting busted.
4. If the dealer is showing 4, 5, or 6, it would be better for a player to stand on hard 12, or hit hard if the dealer is showing 2, 3, 7, or higher.
5. In order to win, players should always remember not to split fours, face cards, and fives.
Indeed, gambling is a game of chance, but with keen observation, winning is possible."
I know this is uber basic, but I like to keep as much info as possible on this blog. Next week I'm thinking a strategy guide or two.... something a little more advanced. DL
Wednesday 26 October 2011
BJ Strategies. Guaranteed winning at Single Deck Blackjack.
"No system will allow you to win every hand. The true method of beating the casino at Blackjack is to bet more on your winning hands then you do on your loosing hands. Controlling your bets is the key to walk away from the table with more money then you started with.
The chart above shows you exactly which plays to make. Once this is done all you have left is to choose a betting strategy so you can
come out a winner.
Simple Betting Method To Beat The Casino
When playing internet blackjack or blackjack at a casino begin betting with one chip and continue to bet using only chips of the same value throughout the game. In other words, if you choose to use $10 chips, use only $10 chips for the entire game as you apply this information.
On every loss, increase your bet by one chip. Every time you win a hand, decrease your bet by one chip. When you win 2 hands in a row, start over from the beginning by betting 1 chip. If you get to an 8 chip level without winning then start over again with 1 chip. If you win a
6 or 7 chip bet, then start over again with 1 chip.
Remember, the key to beating the http://www.popularcasinosonline.com casino is not to win more hands, but to put yourself in a situation where your higher bets are the ones
that win.
Good Luck………
Simple Betting Method To Beat The Casino
In Blackjack, the objective is to try to beat the dealer by getting closer to 21. If the total value of your hand is closer to 21 then the dealer’s hand, you win an equal amount to what you have bet. If you have a blackjack which is a 21, you win 3:2 times your bet. E.g. – a $10 bet will give you $15 as long as the dealer doesn’t also have a blackjack. Aces have a face value of either 1 or 11. Face cards have a face value of 10 and the rest of the numbers are valued as their face numbers. If you receive an ace, you can either play it as 11 or 1 and that is why they are called a soft hand.
If the total of your hand is over 21, you bust and you loose your bet. If you have the same card value as the dealer from 17 and up then it’s called a “push” and you receive your original bet back. The dealer must draw cards until he has reached 17 or higher.
Blackjack Lingo
HIT – If you are not happy with the two cards you are dealt, you can “hit” to draw additional cards until you “stand” or bust.
STAND – If you are happy with the cards that you have received, then you can “stand”.
DOUBLE DOWN – When you “double down” that means that you have to double your bet and you will receive only one card and your
hand “stands”.
SPLIT – If the two cards you are dealt are of the same value, you can split them into two different hands by placing a second bet of
equal value. At most on-line casinos if you split two aces, you will only receive one card on each ace and you will have to “stand”.
If you split aces and you receive a blackjack it is only considered a 21 and not a blackjack. Check out our Basic Strategy Card For Single Deck Blackjack
And here's a hot tip, go check out www.galaxiworld.com they have a HOT single deck blackjack game that pays ridiculous amounts. it is paying single deck blackjack according to multideck standards. So they pay 2 to 1 on a blackjack instead of 6 to 5. They pay out percentage is actually over 100% and I am not clear whether that game is there by accident or whether it is meant to drive more traffic to other games. But if you're reading this article, i strongly suggest a visit. It is worth a shot."
How many casinos offer single deck Black jack? If you know of any let me know, I'd love to test this out! The oly reason I crossed out galaxyworld, I can't check or verify it from this computer... for whatever reason. Let me know if you've had any experiences with them. DL
Tuesday 25 October 2011
Counting Cards in Blackjack.
"Blackjack is a game that is geared to the house or dealer in a variety of ways. A player must go first and if they go bust their stake goes to the dealer even if he or she subsequently goes bust. Players have always tried to find a way to beat the system and card counting in blackjack is one of the most common strategies used.
Card counting is a system or strategy used mostly in blackjack games, it takes a lot of practice to do however it can be used in other card games. The principal of card counting has been around since live blackjack started, and as soon as the game moved online as soon so did the card counters. Card counters try to memorise the cards that have come out so they can lower the casino edge by having a good clue which card will come out next, hoping to eventually memorise the order of each card in the deck. For example knowing if all of the high cards already been dealt out would logically lead you to believe the remaining cards are of lower values.
Card counting was often easier during an online game as no one was watching you as long as you are quick to memorize the card or write it down - games give a limited amount of time to respond with hit or hold. Many have used this to their advantage and learned online before taking their skills into real casinos.
This is a risky strategy to use in a land based casino as unlike virtual casinos staff will be on the look out for card counters and though not illegal the casinos owners may ask you to leave.
So how has the latest gambling craze live webcam games responded to prevent players counting cards. Common methods include using multiple packs of cards, splitting the deck into 2 and shuffling them far sooner than it would happen during a game in a real casino. Casinos can often deliberately hide the remaining decks to put off card counters.
It must be noted that card counting takes effort but is it rarely worth it; firstly you have to have a fantastic memory, and statistically it gives a 1% advantage to an experienced player under the best circumstances. Yet this is still not enough or only just enough to cancel out the house advantage in most cases."
I'm curious as to weather it really is only 1%, if so, what's the point? Truthfully, it's something I've never learned to do, but it is on my list :) I'm pretty sure there is software for this as well... if not there should be @ on the idea!!! Tomorrow I will see if I can dig up some instructional videos, and we will see what looks good.
DL
Monday 24 October 2011
Blackjack tips and strategies
"Blackjack is one of the few casino games that are beatable in the long run. It means that by using a basic blackjack strategy you can have an advantage over the casino and eventually step away from the blackjack table as a winner. Here you can find the basic blackjack strategy explained in a simplified manner.
The blackjack strategy is based on the mathematical probabilities of the game and it provides you guidance on the best decisions to make at every possible situation during the game. It takes about an hour to memorize this strategy but it is worth every minute. This does not man you will win every single blackjack game from now on, but with the help of the blackjack strategy, patience and persistence, you can significantly improve your chances of beating the casino in the long run.
Note that some blackjack rules vary from one casino to another. In some casinos, both brick and mortar and internet casinos, blackjack is played with one card deck while in others the blackjack game occupies four decks or more. In addition, in some of the casinos the dealer hits on a soft 17 while in others he is required to stand and doubling after splitting is allowed only in some of the casinos.
Here you can find a basic strategy to a single deck blackjack game where the dealer hits on soft 17. Playing other blackjack variants would require you to make some adjustments for a few borderline occurrences.
First, here is a short introduction to the terms mentioned here:
Hard Hand: two initial cards that do not include an Ace.
Soft Hand: two initial cards that one of them is an Ace
Stand: when a player is not asking to be dealt more cards after the two initial cards.
Hit: when a player calls for an additional card to be dealt
Double: when a player doubles his initial bet after the initial deal, but it requires him to hit only one card.
Split: when a player separates the initial two cards into two individual hands and plays them as 2 hands.
Finally, here is a basic blackjack strategy:
When your initial two card hand sums up to 8 or less: hit
When your hand sums up to 9 and the dealer hand value is between 3 and 6: double if else: hit when your hand sums up to 10 and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 9: double; if else:
When your hand sums up to 11 and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 10: double; if else hit.
When your hand sums up to 13, 14, 15, or 16 and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 6: stand; if else hit.
When your hand sums up to 17: stand.
when your initial two card hand contains Ace 2 or Ace 3 and the dealer has either 5 or 6: double; if else: hit.
When your hand contains Ace 4 or Ace 5 and the dealer has 4, 5 or 6: double; if else: hit.
When your hand contains Ace 6 and the dealer has 3, 4, 5 or 6: double; if else: hit.
When your hand contains Ace 7 and the dealer has 2, 7 or 8: stand; if he has 3, 4, 5 or 6: double; if else: hit.
When your hand contains Ace 8 or Ace 9: stand
When your hand contains a pair of 2s or 3s and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 7: split; if else: hit
When your hand contains a pair of 4s and the dealer has either 4 or 5: split; if else: hit
When your hand contains a pair of 5s and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 9: double; if else: hit
When your hand contains a pair of 6s and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 6: split; if else: hit
When your hand contains a pair of 7s and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 7: split; if else: hit
When your hand contains a pair of 8s: split
When your hand contains a pair of 9s and the dealer hand value is between 2 and 7 and either 8 or 9: split; if else: stand
When your hand contains a pair of 10s: stand
When your hand contains a pair of 8s: split"
It's the basics, but it's a great start... I have a weeks worth of postable strategies, so you will have a weeks worth of reading. DL
Sunday 23 October 2011
What happened when I tried the post from Sept 20 :)
Friday 21 October 2011
Flash Casinos
Flash based online casinos have a distinct purpose to serve on the internet yet from numerous informal inquiries this writer concludes that in many cases the flash casino is not properly used to satisfy the need for which they are most currently necessary.
It is true they were first designed so that there would be no need to download anything to your PC.This was necessary because back in the days when flash casinos first arrived upon the virtual gambling scene the download version of many online casinos was just too big of a file to merit keeping more than one casino on the home PC. The coming of the flash games changed the need for so much room to be available. In fact to play the flash games you didn't need to download anything at all.
A common misconception about flash casinos is that they are faster than the download version. This is simply not true and in fact the download version (once loaded onto your PC which takes less than five minutes on my connection) is as fast as anything this writer has seen on the net. Flash casinos do need to download certain aspects of their games onto your PC although they may not make that perfectly clear because it all goes away when you close down the game. The point I'm making is that it takes time for these aspects to load onto your PC and this is a process which is repeated every time you change games or if you have to re-open the game you're currently playing because flash games are known to lose connection though this has been less of a problem in current times.
In any case the flash games are going to take considerably longer than the downloaded version in terms of loading (by that and they are also slower in returning game results. and only offer you half the amount of choices. A good general rule of thumb is whatever amount of games are in the download version there will be about sixty-percent of those available in the flash casino.
The actual time difference between going through the process to be able to play in the flash casino and the process to be able to play in the download version is about five minutes on a DSL or broadband connection.
"What then is so important about flash casinos if they are not faster and can provide only about half the variety of the download? Convenience my friends. Although the flash casino is not as attractive for reasons already mentioned, it becomes ever so much more when the next choice is not playing at all. It is very hard to carry your PC with you at all times but if all you need to have available is your login and password and a means to access the net, then the prospect of gambling at your favorite online casino while away from your home becomes a very tangible option that many people take full advantage. This is the true manner in which the flash casino is valuable in these times because very few PCs are so stressed for space they can't easily afford the room to have a downloaded casino or even more than one."
I do have a preference for flash games..... and they don't seem to get cut off as much. No more "disconnect" problems. DL
Online Flash Casino Games
"Flash Casino knockout are those that run stock and barrel in a Flash program on your web browser. By loading the on-screen ostentatious nightclub directly in the , there is no download requisite. For this reason, an virtual showy casino is also referred to as a "no download gaming club". In this insertion to Flash Casino gaming, I'll discuss some of the key to at a no download gaming house.
Online Flash Casino Advantages - Realistic Gameplay
The graphics and intact personal property of a no download gambling den are generally better. By better, I mean the dream are more confident, the animation smoother and the sturdy belongings more translucent.
The visible and definite effects be fluent in directly to our most predominant senses, in so doing creating a more realistic, true gaming house gaming event.
Online Flash Casino Advantages - Time & Space
Time a key role in the haughtiness of Online Flash Casino gaming. As in most instances of our everyday , when given a choice, we decide the way to succeed our .
No download casinos consent for instantaneous play, whereas a fixed electronic casino will require the download of a .zip or .exe file, predictably 5MB to 15MB or more, followed by a interminable ordination activity.
Online Flash Casino Advantages - PC Safety
This up additional notable question - what if the online nightclub isn't licensed? The most trendy and successful connected casinos are absolutely licensed and planned, but it would be unwise to suppose that every working gambling den guidelines.
Any cyber- gaming club that lacks the veracity to be delimited may not be out for the best attention of it's players. To put it transparently, the software download may comprehend malevolent files deliberate to source destruction to the user's computer.
With Online Flash Casino games, there is no time, force and computer space invested - no difficult putting in place means - no risk of placing possibly harmful materials onto your hard passion.
Online Flash Casino Advantages - Compatibility
Attributing at tiniest in part to the thrilling approval of no download gaming house meet is the compatibility component.
The Flash Plug-In is compatible with all major going - Microsoft Windows, Mac and Linux included. Check out the coordination requirements of any accessible nightclub software that a download, and you'll find it's only compatible with Microsoft Windows.
98% of the flora and fauna's computers are already furnished with Flash. Anyone with an elder computer has likely already encountered a Flash program at some contact, then has already the Flash Plug-In on computer. Anyone with a newer computer will Flash to be pre-installed.
If for any reason Flash is not already , the no download casino will ready the user to fit Flash, which is an virtually instantaneous course of action, much than and installing a software program.
Online Flash Casino Advantages - Game Variety
Flash equipment has been utilized to build up all of the most admired gambling den competition, giving players a nigh on to unlimited miscellany of no download gaming club sports event to enjoy.
Table Games, Card Games, Slots, Video Poker, Parlor Games, - you name it, Flash programmers have created it. From BlackJack, Roulette, Craps, Baccarat, Casino War and Pai Gow Poker to 3-Reel, 5-Reel and 7-Reel Slots with compound . Deuces Wild Video Poker, Double Bonus Joker Poker, even Keno, Scratch Cards and Bingo tournament. These are just a few of the players can appreciate when playing at a no download gaming club."
While I am a big fan of flash games, I'm not sure that flash programs have a decent random numer generator. Does anyone have a thought about this? DL
Saturday 8 October 2011
Casino Crushing
Hi there. I am interested in starting up a "forum" for people to discuss methods, games, advice, questions, jokes, and thoughts about gambling. I am curious about all things gambling related and would love to be part of a group that teaches and learns together. While I am new to the world of blogging, I am not new to gaming and gambling, and have plenty of articles and information I would love to share, both written by me, and by friends and experts. Hopefully I'll be able to teach others as much as I hope to learn!!
Biggest Slots Jackpots – How they grow and how you can win them!
"A brief History of Progressive Slots
In the beginning there were no such thing as progressive slots; they only became possible in the early 1980’s when microchips were added to slots machines. Even then it wasn’t until March of 1986 that the first multi site linked progressive slot machines were introduced by the slot machine manufacturer IGT.
Having the same jackpot being fed from a number of different machines (which are often spread across a number of different casinos) means these progressive jackpots can quickly grow to be very large indeed. I have heard of casinos in Las Vegas where slots players have won over $8 million in a single win on a progressive jackpot.
How Progressive Jackpots Work
Progressive Jackpots grow by skimming an amount of money from each and every bet; this means that their payout rate on normal wins (non jackpot wins) is lower than that of a regular slots machine. However if you take the progressive jackpot into account the payout would be the same.
For example if you were playing at a Las Vegas casino on a linked progressive slots machine with a fixed $5 bet per spin. Your money could be divided as follows, 25 cents adds to the progressive jackpot, $1.25 goes to the casino and the remaining $3.50 is paid out in non jackpot wins. If however you were playing a non progressive slots game at that same casino it is likely that your money would be divided as follows. $1.25 to the casino and $3.75 paid out on wins.
The example above assumes the casino has a 75% payout rate, in reality slots at land based casinos typically have payout rates ranging from 70% up to 87%. This is in stark contrast to the online casinos which typically have payout rates from 89% up to as much as 99.5%!
So at a typical online casino with a 95% pay out rate the money you pay in for a $5 per spin online progressive jackpot slots would be divided up something like this. $0.25 for the online casino, $0.25 added to the progressive jackpot and the remaining $4.50 is paid out in non jackpot winnings.
Given these statistics it is not hard to see why many hard core slots players are now playing online from their computers.
Online Progressive Jackpot games
So apart from the free drinks playing online sounds more favourable as a player (in that you should win more). However I have already said how large jackpots can be at land based casinos so your next question is no doubt going to be just how large are progressive jackpots at online casinos? The answer to that is that they are growing all the time, the current record is $1.76 million and interestingly the exact same slot machine that paid that out in December 2005 currently has a Jackpot of over $3.6 Million and still rising! The slots game in question is millionaires club progressive jackpot slot and when this jackpot is eventually won it is going to set a new record for being the highest progressive slots jackpot of any online casino to date.
I have no doubt that even after that has been won a new record will be set within a space of less than a year, the rate at which progressive jackpots online are growing is amazing, only a couple of years ago a jackpot of a little over $1 million held the record. It is my opinion that sometime within the next couple of years the highest jackpots will be being paid out from the online casinos.
So how do you pick a winner?
Choosing which progressive jackpot to play is really not all that complicated. Once you know what the progressive jackpot starts at, what its highest payout was and what its average payout amount is. There are a number of slots sites that give you this information including any of the progressive jackpot reviews at slotsjam.com.
Obviously once the jackpot in question is higher than it’s historical average the chances of it paying out are greatly increased, and if it goes higher than its previous highest payout your chances are further increased again. So if you are chasing the biggest jackpots don’t play the games just after the jackpot has been won instead wait until after that games historical average payout has been passed for the best chance of winning big."
Sunday 2 October 2011
Calculating The Odds In Poker, And Using Online Tools
"Television... Has anything done more to create interest in Poker? Now, everyone knows about the big tournaments, but just a short while ago, that knowledge was contained within the small group of professional players. The biggest tournaments pulled in less than 1000 players.
But, oh how the times have changed!...
Every month there are 100s of 1000s of new people signing up on the internet to play online. As the numbers get bigger, the players get better. As the competition gets stronger, you will run into better players. Therefore, you must always learn new techniques and adsorb new information to keep you ahead of them.
Once you are totally confident in your knowledge of the rules and terminology of the game, your next task is to learn how to calculate the odds.
Knowing how to calculate odds is essential to a serious player. You cannot succeed without it.
First, get a book on poker math and read it. After that, get a tool and start using it when you play online. You will soon see poker math in action.
Poker math is odds and outs. Knowing your outs is very important when you are trying to decide what plays to make and when to make them. Once you understand this, you can manipulate the odds in your favor when you have the best hand. This will deny your opponents the right odds to draw out on you.
When playing in a Casino, you are armed with only your intelligence, your knowledge of the game, your being able to recognize your outs, your ability to calculate the odds on the fly, and your ability to read your opponents.
However, playing online poker has some distinct advantages, one of them is being able to use poker tools to help you learn the game and to perfect your playing ability. When first learning to play poker, you can use these tools to learn poker math, and you can use them while you are playing at the table.
The software actually does all the work for you. Once you get used to using an online tool, you will get a sort of second sense for what moves to make. Most of these types of tools also allow you to adjust them to your playing style.
When you use the software, it’s like having a pro with you to give advice. The program helps you through all the levels of the game… from how to play at a full table, to how to adjust your game as players drop out.
After a few months of using a program, you’ll be able to quit using it because the information will become so ingrained in your game that you’ll know what to do with out it. It’ll also improve your skills in the local home games you play.
With the recent changes in online gambling for Americans playing with real money, it is important that you find a room that excepts cash, and to make sure that the software will work there before you purchase or use any of these free poker tools."
But, oh how the times have changed!...
Every month there are 100s of 1000s of new people signing up on the internet to play online. As the numbers get bigger, the players get better. As the competition gets stronger, you will run into better players. Therefore, you must always learn new techniques and adsorb new information to keep you ahead of them.
Once you are totally confident in your knowledge of the rules and terminology of the game, your next task is to learn how to calculate the odds.
Knowing how to calculate odds is essential to a serious player. You cannot succeed without it.
First, get a book on poker math and read it. After that, get a tool and start using it when you play online. You will soon see poker math in action.
Poker math is odds and outs. Knowing your outs is very important when you are trying to decide what plays to make and when to make them. Once you understand this, you can manipulate the odds in your favor when you have the best hand. This will deny your opponents the right odds to draw out on you.
When playing in a Casino, you are armed with only your intelligence, your knowledge of the game, your being able to recognize your outs, your ability to calculate the odds on the fly, and your ability to read your opponents.
However, playing online poker has some distinct advantages, one of them is being able to use poker tools to help you learn the game and to perfect your playing ability. When first learning to play poker, you can use these tools to learn poker math, and you can use them while you are playing at the table.
The software actually does all the work for you. Once you get used to using an online tool, you will get a sort of second sense for what moves to make. Most of these types of tools also allow you to adjust them to your playing style.
When you use the software, it’s like having a pro with you to give advice. The program helps you through all the levels of the game… from how to play at a full table, to how to adjust your game as players drop out.
After a few months of using a program, you’ll be able to quit using it because the information will become so ingrained in your game that you’ll know what to do with out it. It’ll also improve your skills in the local home games you play.
With the recent changes in online gambling for Americans playing with real money, it is important that you find a room that excepts cash, and to make sure that the software will work there before you purchase or use any of these free poker tools."
Saturday 1 October 2011
Quick and Easy Lesson in Calculating Outs and Pot Odds
"Calculating outs (the number of cards that could improve your hand) and pot odds (ratio of the money in the pot versus the amount required to make your next call) is often used as a basis for a Texas Holdem Poker player on whether to draw and try to make their hand.
However this in my opinion should not be the sole basis of your decision on whether you should draw for another card.
You also have to decide on whether the hand that you are trying to hit will win you the pot or not.
How to calculate pot odds:
In this example, if the current pot contains $80, and the amount required at the next call is $20, the pot is laying you odds of $80 to $20 or 4 to 1.
As long as your odds of making the best hand are 4 to 1 or better than making the call is the right move. A hand that is 4 to 1 means that you will hit once in every 5 tries. You will hit the draw 20 percent of the time.
This next example takes into account calculating pot odds and outs.
Assume that your hole cards are a six and a seven (for this example suits do not matter) and the flop came down 8-9-3.
In order to complete your hand you need a 5 or 10. You have eight outs – 4-5’s and 4-10’s. Multiply your outs (8) by 4 and you get 32. You have a 32 percent chance of making your hand. If there was only one card left to draw you would multiply by two.
A 32 percent chance of making your hand means you have a 68 percent chance of NOT making your hand. This is roughly 2 to 1 that you won’t make the hand. So, as long as the pot contains $2 for every $1 that you have to call, it is worth going after your straight.
Doing these quick calculations and interpreting them can be very difficult and confusing for a beginner (and many advanced players as well!). But I would recommend that you at least be able to quickly calculate your outs to give you an idea of just how likely you are to make your hand.
Then decide if that hand will win the pot for you or not."
However this in my opinion should not be the sole basis of your decision on whether you should draw for another card.
You also have to decide on whether the hand that you are trying to hit will win you the pot or not.
How to calculate pot odds:
In this example, if the current pot contains $80, and the amount required at the next call is $20, the pot is laying you odds of $80 to $20 or 4 to 1.
As long as your odds of making the best hand are 4 to 1 or better than making the call is the right move. A hand that is 4 to 1 means that you will hit once in every 5 tries. You will hit the draw 20 percent of the time.
This next example takes into account calculating pot odds and outs.
Assume that your hole cards are a six and a seven (for this example suits do not matter) and the flop came down 8-9-3.
In order to complete your hand you need a 5 or 10. You have eight outs – 4-5’s and 4-10’s. Multiply your outs (8) by 4 and you get 32. You have a 32 percent chance of making your hand. If there was only one card left to draw you would multiply by two.
A 32 percent chance of making your hand means you have a 68 percent chance of NOT making your hand. This is roughly 2 to 1 that you won’t make the hand. So, as long as the pot contains $2 for every $1 that you have to call, it is worth going after your straight.
Doing these quick calculations and interpreting them can be very difficult and confusing for a beginner (and many advanced players as well!). But I would recommend that you at least be able to quickly calculate your outs to give you an idea of just how likely you are to make your hand.
Then decide if that hand will win the pot for you or not."
Tuesday 27 September 2011
Tuesday 20 September 2011
Keep sharp :)
"The example of Blaise Pascal, the famous French mathematician of 17th century, proves that gambling might be not so much a purpose as means. It can be an excellent exercise for mind, as in case with Pascal and another French mathematician - Fermat, who invented calculations, now known to us as theory of probabilities.
"Theory of probabilities was created when Pascal and Fermat started playing gambling games", stated one of their contemporaries.
These two scientists did sums on theory of probabilities by correspondence and the relevant material was obtained during their visits to the gambling house at leisure. Later this correspondence resulted in Pascal's treatise, "completely new composition on accidental combinations which govern the gambling games".
In his work Pascal almost completely casts out phantoms of luck and chance from gambling games, substituting them with cold statistic calculations based on the arithmetic mind. It's difficult for us to imagine what riot the invention made among the gamblers. We treat theory of probabilities as something trivial, though only specialists are sound on its details, but everyone understands its main principle. But in the times of the French mathematician, the minds of all gamblers were absorbed with such notions as "divine intent", "lap of Fortune" and other things that only enhance the obsession by the game adding extra mystical tones to the games. Pascal without any hesitation opposes his thesis to such attitude to the game "Fluctuations of happiness and luck subordinate to considerations based on fairness and which aim irrevocably to give every player what actually is owing to him".
In Pascal's hands mathematics became fabulous art of foreseeing. It is more than just amazing that unlike Galileo, the French scientist did not make numerous tiring experiments on multiple throwing dice that tool a great deal of time. In Pascal's opinion, the unique feature of the art of mathematic consideration compared to the common statistics is that it obtains its results not from the experiments but is based on "mind foreseeing", i.e. on intellectual definitions. As a result" preciseness of mathematics is combined with uncertainty of chance. Our method borrows its awkward name - "mathematics of chance" from this ambiguity". Another curious name followed Pascal's invention - "method of mathematical expectation".
Staked money, wrote Pascal, no more belonged to gamester. However, losing nth sum of money, players also gain something in return, though most of them do not even guess it. In fact, it is something absolutely virtual, you cannot touch it neither put into your pocket and to notice it - the gambler should possess certain intellectual ability. We are talking about the acquired "right to expect regular gain a chance can give according to the initial terms - stakes".
Somebody will say that it is not so encouraging. However seeming dryness of this formulation ceases when you just pay your attention to word combination "regular gain". Expectation of gain turns out to be quite justified and fair. It's another matter that a more hot-tempered person is more likely to pay his attention to the word “chance” and "can give" (and consequently it might also be otherwise).
Using his method of "mathematical expectation", the French scientist thoroughly calculates particular values of "right for gain" depending on different initial terms. Thus a completely new definition of right appears in mathematics which differs from the similar definitions of law or ethics.
"Pascal's triangle" or where theory of probabilities fails.
Pascal summed up the results of these experiments in the form of the so-called arithmetic triangle consisting of numerical numbers. If you can apply it, you can precisely foresee probability of different gains.
For common people "Pascal's triangle" looked more like magic tables of kabbalists or like a mystic Buddhist mandala. Failure to understand the invention by the illiterate public in 17th century touched the rumour that "Pascal's triangle" helped to forecast world catastrophes and natural disasters of the remote future. Indeed presentations of theory of probabilities in the form of graphic tables or figures and moreover proved by the real game caused almost religious sensations in uneducated gamblers.
Though we should not mix theory of probabilities with what it is not by its definition. "Pascal's triangle" fails to foresee the future deal in one particular case. Eyeless destiny governs such things - and Pascal never debated it. Theory of probabilities becomes useful and can be applied only in relation to the long series of chances. Only in this case, number probabilities, series and progressions, constant and known in advance can influence the decision of a clever gambler in favor of a particular stake (card, lead, etc.)
Pascal's invention is even more amazing if to take into account that its famous triangle was known to Muslim mathematician of certain religious orders many centuries ago. It is absolutely true that European Pascal could not obtain this information from anywhere.
All this once again proves that mathematical patterns of any process are the same regardless of time and space and whims of the so called Fortune. Awareness of this fact enraptured by Pythagoreans, philosophers who deeply and emotionally perceived it at that time.
One to thirty-five.
Pascal more and more often faced similar complications connected with the game that caused controversies in gambling houses and aristocratic mansions in France of that time. Among them there was a problem proposed to young Blaise by one of his aristocratic friends.
The problem concerned dice. It was desired to find how many series of throws is theoretically necessary so that the chances to win (two sixs) will dominate the probability of all other outcomes taken together. All this is not so difficult as a beginner may presume. It is easy to notice that in the game with two bones there are only 36 combinations of numbers and only one gives double six. After such explanation it is clear for any sensible person that with one-time throw there is only one chance to thirty-five to win.
The result of these simple calculations can cast down many fans of dice, but on the other hand, the rapture of those lucky ones throwing double six is staggering. Because they know the exact devil number of opposite outcomes that opposed their luck!"
"Theory of probabilities was created when Pascal and Fermat started playing gambling games", stated one of their contemporaries.
These two scientists did sums on theory of probabilities by correspondence and the relevant material was obtained during their visits to the gambling house at leisure. Later this correspondence resulted in Pascal's treatise, "completely new composition on accidental combinations which govern the gambling games".
In his work Pascal almost completely casts out phantoms of luck and chance from gambling games, substituting them with cold statistic calculations based on the arithmetic mind. It's difficult for us to imagine what riot the invention made among the gamblers. We treat theory of probabilities as something trivial, though only specialists are sound on its details, but everyone understands its main principle. But in the times of the French mathematician, the minds of all gamblers were absorbed with such notions as "divine intent", "lap of Fortune" and other things that only enhance the obsession by the game adding extra mystical tones to the games. Pascal without any hesitation opposes his thesis to such attitude to the game "Fluctuations of happiness and luck subordinate to considerations based on fairness and which aim irrevocably to give every player what actually is owing to him".
In Pascal's hands mathematics became fabulous art of foreseeing. It is more than just amazing that unlike Galileo, the French scientist did not make numerous tiring experiments on multiple throwing dice that tool a great deal of time. In Pascal's opinion, the unique feature of the art of mathematic consideration compared to the common statistics is that it obtains its results not from the experiments but is based on "mind foreseeing", i.e. on intellectual definitions. As a result" preciseness of mathematics is combined with uncertainty of chance. Our method borrows its awkward name - "mathematics of chance" from this ambiguity". Another curious name followed Pascal's invention - "method of mathematical expectation".
Staked money, wrote Pascal, no more belonged to gamester. However, losing nth sum of money, players also gain something in return, though most of them do not even guess it. In fact, it is something absolutely virtual, you cannot touch it neither put into your pocket and to notice it - the gambler should possess certain intellectual ability. We are talking about the acquired "right to expect regular gain a chance can give according to the initial terms - stakes".
Somebody will say that it is not so encouraging. However seeming dryness of this formulation ceases when you just pay your attention to word combination "regular gain". Expectation of gain turns out to be quite justified and fair. It's another matter that a more hot-tempered person is more likely to pay his attention to the word “chance” and "can give" (and consequently it might also be otherwise).
Using his method of "mathematical expectation", the French scientist thoroughly calculates particular values of "right for gain" depending on different initial terms. Thus a completely new definition of right appears in mathematics which differs from the similar definitions of law or ethics.
"Pascal's triangle" or where theory of probabilities fails.
Pascal summed up the results of these experiments in the form of the so-called arithmetic triangle consisting of numerical numbers. If you can apply it, you can precisely foresee probability of different gains.
For common people "Pascal's triangle" looked more like magic tables of kabbalists or like a mystic Buddhist mandala. Failure to understand the invention by the illiterate public in 17th century touched the rumour that "Pascal's triangle" helped to forecast world catastrophes and natural disasters of the remote future. Indeed presentations of theory of probabilities in the form of graphic tables or figures and moreover proved by the real game caused almost religious sensations in uneducated gamblers.
Though we should not mix theory of probabilities with what it is not by its definition. "Pascal's triangle" fails to foresee the future deal in one particular case. Eyeless destiny governs such things - and Pascal never debated it. Theory of probabilities becomes useful and can be applied only in relation to the long series of chances. Only in this case, number probabilities, series and progressions, constant and known in advance can influence the decision of a clever gambler in favor of a particular stake (card, lead, etc.)
Pascal's invention is even more amazing if to take into account that its famous triangle was known to Muslim mathematician of certain religious orders many centuries ago. It is absolutely true that European Pascal could not obtain this information from anywhere.
All this once again proves that mathematical patterns of any process are the same regardless of time and space and whims of the so called Fortune. Awareness of this fact enraptured by Pythagoreans, philosophers who deeply and emotionally perceived it at that time.
One to thirty-five.
Pascal more and more often faced similar complications connected with the game that caused controversies in gambling houses and aristocratic mansions in France of that time. Among them there was a problem proposed to young Blaise by one of his aristocratic friends.
The problem concerned dice. It was desired to find how many series of throws is theoretically necessary so that the chances to win (two sixs) will dominate the probability of all other outcomes taken together. All this is not so difficult as a beginner may presume. It is easy to notice that in the game with two bones there are only 36 combinations of numbers and only one gives double six. After such explanation it is clear for any sensible person that with one-time throw there is only one chance to thirty-five to win.
The result of these simple calculations can cast down many fans of dice, but on the other hand, the rapture of those lucky ones throwing double six is staggering. Because they know the exact devil number of opposite outcomes that opposed their luck!"
Saturday 17 September 2011
Live webcam casinos....
"We play in live webcam casinos mainly for two reasons: to win some money, and more importantly, to have some fun. The fun part of playing in a casino is closely linked to winning some money, and in order to win some money, there are essential things that you should watch out when playing. Here are a few tips that you can use to make the most fun out of your time with playing, and at the same time win some money.
1. Manage your money. As stated above, we gamble in the hopes of making more money rather than losing money. You need to set aside a specific amount as your bankroll and commit to yourself that you will never spend a cent more than what you have allotted. To make this bankroll last longer, you should bet moderately and to keep yourself from making too many high-risk wagers. Also, do not throw every cent you have in one round of betting, or you will only be setting yourself up for disappointment.
2. Think your wagers through. It is so easy to get carried away with gambling. Sometimes, it is just too tempting to put in big amounts of money in the hopes of just winning. However, instead of just hoping, use your head. Think first before you make any wagers and do not just bet for the sake of betting. Make every decision you make count in your favor. Avoid betting on probabilities that seem to be impossible to pull through.
3. Use a strategy. There are lots and lots of resources on the Internet that offer various strategies for winning various casino games. If you are serious on wanting to win some money, take advantage of these resources and learn a few strategies for carrying out your game. Practice what you have learned and see how it works for you. Having a plan on how to play a casino game and implementing it correctly will help a lot towards you winning some decent cash at the casino.
4. Learn when to walk away. The best time to walk away from a live webcam casino game that you have been playing is when your winning streaks is hot. As the saying goes, quit while you are ahead. Otherwise, the mathematical odds of any game you play in the casino will rear its ugly head and start working against you. Soon enough, it will siphon away all your winnings and even some of the money you started out with in the first place.
5. Focus on just one kind of game. While it is nice to play many kinds of games in an online casino, it would be best for you to specialize on just one game if you are playing for money. Specializing on one game would help you perfect your moves for that game. If you know the ins and outs of the game you are mastering, you would soon learn how to make the best decisions about the game in an instant.
Following these tips will help you not just have fun when playing live webcam casinos, but will also help you earn some money."
1. Manage your money. As stated above, we gamble in the hopes of making more money rather than losing money. You need to set aside a specific amount as your bankroll and commit to yourself that you will never spend a cent more than what you have allotted. To make this bankroll last longer, you should bet moderately and to keep yourself from making too many high-risk wagers. Also, do not throw every cent you have in one round of betting, or you will only be setting yourself up for disappointment.
2. Think your wagers through. It is so easy to get carried away with gambling. Sometimes, it is just too tempting to put in big amounts of money in the hopes of just winning. However, instead of just hoping, use your head. Think first before you make any wagers and do not just bet for the sake of betting. Make every decision you make count in your favor. Avoid betting on probabilities that seem to be impossible to pull through.
3. Use a strategy. There are lots and lots of resources on the Internet that offer various strategies for winning various casino games. If you are serious on wanting to win some money, take advantage of these resources and learn a few strategies for carrying out your game. Practice what you have learned and see how it works for you. Having a plan on how to play a casino game and implementing it correctly will help a lot towards you winning some decent cash at the casino.
4. Learn when to walk away. The best time to walk away from a live webcam casino game that you have been playing is when your winning streaks is hot. As the saying goes, quit while you are ahead. Otherwise, the mathematical odds of any game you play in the casino will rear its ugly head and start working against you. Soon enough, it will siphon away all your winnings and even some of the money you started out with in the first place.
5. Focus on just one kind of game. While it is nice to play many kinds of games in an online casino, it would be best for you to specialize on just one game if you are playing for money. Specializing on one game would help you perfect your moves for that game. If you know the ins and outs of the game you are mastering, you would soon learn how to make the best decisions about the game in an instant.
Following these tips will help you not just have fun when playing live webcam casinos, but will also help you earn some money."
Wednesday 14 September 2011
Crash course on casino bonuses.
"Online casinos have been flooding the online world lately. It seems that they have been trying very hard in attracting more and more players to try their luck at online casinos. They have been have been trying to think up of different offers to catch a potential player’s attention. One such promotion is offering different types of casino bonuses to get people into playing on their online casinos.
Casino bonuses are offers being given by online casinos that would enable a player to avail of bonus betting money to wager on the several casino games being offered. The amount may differ for different online casinos. Some may give out 25 to 50 dollar bonuses for a minimum bet. There are even some online casinos that can offer a 100 percent match bonus for every deposit that the player makes. This means that if the player deposits $100 o his account, the online casino will match that amount in full, making the player acquire $200 initial betting money on his account. There are also other casinos offering bonuses next to nothing, just to have people have a taste of playing online and possibly have them hooked to play some more later on.
Although you might think that this is easy money on your part, there are certain requirements that you have to follow in order to cash in on your proceeds. Online casinos have established these requirements as a safeguard to possible abusers of their offer. One of the usual requirements is that a player should wager at least 25 times the amount of deposit and bonus before being able to cash in. There are some games like baccarat, craps, roulette and even blackjack that do not count in meeting the required wagering provisions.
Casino bonuses can really attract players into getting started on online betting. They seem to want to avail of the extra amount being offered that would provide them with more betting money. It has made many people turn into regular online players and has done well for the online casinos. But there are also some people who have taken advantage of this offer in order to cash in on casino bonuses. These players, otherwise known as “bonus hunters”, take full advantage of the offered casino bonuses by opting to cash in on their winnings after all the betting provisions are met. Whether players may like it or not, these actions are strictly prohibited by the online casinos because it has been part of their conditions that players may only play for recreational purposes only. Online casinos are always on the lookout for bonus hunters. When caught, their promotional privileges are usually revoked.
If you do not want to be labeled as a bonus hunter and have your online privileges revoked, there are certain things that you should avoid. First of all, you should refrain from maintaining multiple accounts when playing in an online casino. Also try not to cash out on your winning before fulfilling the casino’s wagering requirement. You should also try to gamble normally. A sudden increase in the amount that you bet may make the casino throw a red flag at you. And last but not the least, make sure that you have the proper credit information given and avoid having irregularities on your credit card. Wrongful information may compel casinos to bar you from playing on their site and deny you the privilege of availing casino bonuses."
Casino bonuses are offers being given by online casinos that would enable a player to avail of bonus betting money to wager on the several casino games being offered. The amount may differ for different online casinos. Some may give out 25 to 50 dollar bonuses for a minimum bet. There are even some online casinos that can offer a 100 percent match bonus for every deposit that the player makes. This means that if the player deposits $100 o his account, the online casino will match that amount in full, making the player acquire $200 initial betting money on his account. There are also other casinos offering bonuses next to nothing, just to have people have a taste of playing online and possibly have them hooked to play some more later on.
Although you might think that this is easy money on your part, there are certain requirements that you have to follow in order to cash in on your proceeds. Online casinos have established these requirements as a safeguard to possible abusers of their offer. One of the usual requirements is that a player should wager at least 25 times the amount of deposit and bonus before being able to cash in. There are some games like baccarat, craps, roulette and even blackjack that do not count in meeting the required wagering provisions.
Casino bonuses can really attract players into getting started on online betting. They seem to want to avail of the extra amount being offered that would provide them with more betting money. It has made many people turn into regular online players and has done well for the online casinos. But there are also some people who have taken advantage of this offer in order to cash in on casino bonuses. These players, otherwise known as “bonus hunters”, take full advantage of the offered casino bonuses by opting to cash in on their winnings after all the betting provisions are met. Whether players may like it or not, these actions are strictly prohibited by the online casinos because it has been part of their conditions that players may only play for recreational purposes only. Online casinos are always on the lookout for bonus hunters. When caught, their promotional privileges are usually revoked.
If you do not want to be labeled as a bonus hunter and have your online privileges revoked, there are certain things that you should avoid. First of all, you should refrain from maintaining multiple accounts when playing in an online casino. Also try not to cash out on your winning before fulfilling the casino’s wagering requirement. You should also try to gamble normally. A sudden increase in the amount that you bet may make the casino throw a red flag at you. And last but not the least, make sure that you have the proper credit information given and avoid having irregularities on your credit card. Wrongful information may compel casinos to bar you from playing on their site and deny you the privilege of availing casino bonuses."
Monday 12 September 2011
A Craps System Increases Your Chances of Winning
"If you're a craps player you probably enjoy playing the craps game with a minimum of risk. A craps system is a method of obtaining this. If you follow this system you will have a long and more enjoyable play whether you're playing craps at an Indian casino or from the best casino gambling online website.
A good system for the craps game should include
The Craps game plan
Have you ever seen The Lakers or any other top football team going into the Super Bowl without a game plan? I haven't. And this is also true for the Craps game. You don't enter a serious Craps game without some sort of a game plan. With a good Craps game plan to follow, it’s less likely that you'll get caught up with all the "bad bets" at the table when things go wrong Vital questions your game plan must answer, for example is when to bet, what to bet on and how much to bet, etc.
Know Thy Odds
You should know the odds for any number that is rolled in the Craps game. As Craps players we know that the house has a definite advantage as the seven has the highest chance of rolling than any number. So a general rule of thumb should be that the further away from a seven the number is, the lower the chance it has of being rolled. Let's say a two has a one in 36 chance while an eight has five in 36 chance of rolling. So by applying a little common sense, you'll see that you should chose to place bets on numbers that have higher chances of rolling.
Craps discipline
To carry out your craps game plan, you need to drum up discipline. This means doing like the professional gamblers do; don't let greed and fear tempt you away from common sense. If you keep focused and execute a little discipline, you can play only the strongest bets on the table and eventually walk away with minor losses instead of ruin.
If the fortunate event of having a nice stack of the casino's chips in front of you occurs, executing discipline will also help you to go home."
A good system for the craps game should include
- a Craps game plan
- odds, such as knowledge
- executing enough discipline to follow the craps game plan
The Craps game plan
Have you ever seen The Lakers or any other top football team going into the Super Bowl without a game plan? I haven't. And this is also true for the Craps game. You don't enter a serious Craps game without some sort of a game plan. With a good Craps game plan to follow, it’s less likely that you'll get caught up with all the "bad bets" at the table when things go wrong Vital questions your game plan must answer, for example is when to bet, what to bet on and how much to bet, etc.
Know Thy Odds
You should know the odds for any number that is rolled in the Craps game. As Craps players we know that the house has a definite advantage as the seven has the highest chance of rolling than any number. So a general rule of thumb should be that the further away from a seven the number is, the lower the chance it has of being rolled. Let's say a two has a one in 36 chance while an eight has five in 36 chance of rolling. So by applying a little common sense, you'll see that you should chose to place bets on numbers that have higher chances of rolling.
Craps discipline
To carry out your craps game plan, you need to drum up discipline. This means doing like the professional gamblers do; don't let greed and fear tempt you away from common sense. If you keep focused and execute a little discipline, you can play only the strongest bets on the table and eventually walk away with minor losses instead of ruin.
If the fortunate event of having a nice stack of the casino's chips in front of you occurs, executing discipline will also help you to go home."
Sunday 11 September 2011
Casino Comps...
"Let’s talk comps--that’s short for complimentary, or freebies that you earn from casinos. Comps are a reward system for visiting a casino.
The following is an article I wrote with the intent that I wanted to approach the topic of comps with an easy, fun read. My thesaurus was worn out while looking for words with comp in them. As you will see, I added a few new words to the English language.
COMPS or complementaries for rooms, food, beverages, and other goodies are a casino’s compensation to the loyal player. However, the player has to earn them, and learn the rules of the Comp game. Just as you prepare before entering any casino, so too is a complete education part of your casino compbat training.
Slot Club Cards are your entrance pass to Comp Heaven and table game players are included as casinos are patching you into the same rating system. Slot Club Cards now encompass all the games in the casino, and it’s Free!
Slots Clubs were started in Atlantic City where casino execs were very aware that quarter slot players could easily move next door to competing casinos. Some incentive to remain loyal to their casino was established.
This plastic marketing tool now comprises policy for most casinos worldwide.
Read the casinos’ literature, and determine which casinos give the most compromising bang for your buck.
You want to develop a best, better and good casino complete listing. There is no complaint list as it is only to your benefit as a player to join.
Compiling active status and total points plus the redeemable value of your card is mandatory for any competent player.
Analyze casino card offers as they will compensate you, the games you play, the surroundings, dining/menu offerings, entertainment, and particularly cash back.
What are you competing for? Free room, free food, free shows, playing coupons, promotional items as take-home souvenirs, or cash-back?
To compare, the rebates available are:
All casino players have complied in the beverage category.
RFB - king of COMPs - room, food, and beverage - all that any high roller or ‘whale’ could comprehend, however, with some limitations, low to medium players are eligible.
The compcept is to reward all loyal slot players.
Cash Rebates – depending on the dollar value for every $100 play, this should determine the casinos ‘rating’ for your compliance list. Turn the tables and ‘rate’ the casinos when comparing slot cards.
Meal COMPs - averaging one meal comp for every four hours of quarter machine play.
I ask for a meal comp after a jackpot win and have never been refused---the casino wants to keep you at the company store, plus no standing in line--you head straight for the VIP or ‘invited guest’ short queue; composed as you pass other waiting diners.
Room COMPs: watch your mailbox for casino newsletters, companion room offers or members can reserve rooms at casino rate—generally a 50% reduction.
Another component is entertainment goodies. 2 for 1-weekday show coupons and members’ rewards can be a headliner showcomp in the mail.
Promotional Gifts - dice, cards, caps, t-shirts and that’s just for signing on. Your birthday greetings arrive with compatible meal, room and cash coupons.
Funbooks and ‘lucky bucks’: compensation for table games. Put your bet down with these coupons and you’ve just reduced the house advantage. Ask for these when reserving your room, registering, when you book your trip, or all three.
Swing by the front desk to pick up casino brochures or local freebie magazines in the larger casino areas and compclip.
VIP compatible for active members -- special handling just for you.
More complimentary tips:
Ask, ask and ask again—be friendly—-if you are comptitled.
Make friends with the slot host. Ladies are more competent with the male slot hosts...get my drift?
Call the toll free number or go online at your favorite casinos for updated compformation.
Contact casino marketing or Events Manager. Ask for total points accumulated, the redeemable value, upcoming special promotions, especially double or triple points days—an incomparable advantage of an active member’s dreams.
Two comppers can reach their freebie goal faster; request two slot cards with same name/membership compartment number and doublecomp those points.
Participate in a companion run hitting at least five casinos, joining as you go and collect all the compoffers.
It’s a common miscompception among gamblers that you must lose money to qualify—not true. Casinos want your time in their establishment—use those cards.
Tracking your points is based on all monies put through machines whether you are dropping coins or playing off your credits—it all computes.
Look UP, at the neon signs, in the casinos windows; where they advertise their best games, best payouts—all compliments of the house.
Attaching a card to you is a good idea. I’m the one with the colorful twisted cord attached to me. I have lost my composure and nearly a vital body part at times when forgetting to remove my card.
Finally, wager management should also be part of your complete education. Don’t play just for COMPs, however, in comparison—a reduction in the cost of play increases your gambling bankroll.
Compulsive gambling is bad but compulsion is good for every casino player; not only will you have good luck but you are making your luck with competence."
(Not as complete a guide as I would have liked, but definetly a starting point :) DL)
The following is an article I wrote with the intent that I wanted to approach the topic of comps with an easy, fun read. My thesaurus was worn out while looking for words with comp in them. As you will see, I added a few new words to the English language.
COMPS or complementaries for rooms, food, beverages, and other goodies are a casino’s compensation to the loyal player. However, the player has to earn them, and learn the rules of the Comp game. Just as you prepare before entering any casino, so too is a complete education part of your casino compbat training.
Slot Club Cards are your entrance pass to Comp Heaven and table game players are included as casinos are patching you into the same rating system. Slot Club Cards now encompass all the games in the casino, and it’s Free!
Slots Clubs were started in Atlantic City where casino execs were very aware that quarter slot players could easily move next door to competing casinos. Some incentive to remain loyal to their casino was established.
This plastic marketing tool now comprises policy for most casinos worldwide.
Read the casinos’ literature, and determine which casinos give the most compromising bang for your buck.
You want to develop a best, better and good casino complete listing. There is no complaint list as it is only to your benefit as a player to join.
Compiling active status and total points plus the redeemable value of your card is mandatory for any competent player.
Analyze casino card offers as they will compensate you, the games you play, the surroundings, dining/menu offerings, entertainment, and particularly cash back.
What are you competing for? Free room, free food, free shows, playing coupons, promotional items as take-home souvenirs, or cash-back?
To compare, the rebates available are:
All casino players have complied in the beverage category.
RFB - king of COMPs - room, food, and beverage - all that any high roller or ‘whale’ could comprehend, however, with some limitations, low to medium players are eligible.
The compcept is to reward all loyal slot players.
Cash Rebates – depending on the dollar value for every $100 play, this should determine the casinos ‘rating’ for your compliance list. Turn the tables and ‘rate’ the casinos when comparing slot cards.
Meal COMPs - averaging one meal comp for every four hours of quarter machine play.
I ask for a meal comp after a jackpot win and have never been refused---the casino wants to keep you at the company store, plus no standing in line--you head straight for the VIP or ‘invited guest’ short queue; composed as you pass other waiting diners.
Room COMPs: watch your mailbox for casino newsletters, companion room offers or members can reserve rooms at casino rate—generally a 50% reduction.
Another component is entertainment goodies. 2 for 1-weekday show coupons and members’ rewards can be a headliner showcomp in the mail.
Promotional Gifts - dice, cards, caps, t-shirts and that’s just for signing on. Your birthday greetings arrive with compatible meal, room and cash coupons.
Funbooks and ‘lucky bucks’: compensation for table games. Put your bet down with these coupons and you’ve just reduced the house advantage. Ask for these when reserving your room, registering, when you book your trip, or all three.
Swing by the front desk to pick up casino brochures or local freebie magazines in the larger casino areas and compclip.
VIP compatible for active members -- special handling just for you.
More complimentary tips:
Ask, ask and ask again—be friendly—-if you are comptitled.
Make friends with the slot host. Ladies are more competent with the male slot hosts...get my drift?
Call the toll free number or go online at your favorite casinos for updated compformation.
Contact casino marketing or Events Manager. Ask for total points accumulated, the redeemable value, upcoming special promotions, especially double or triple points days—an incomparable advantage of an active member’s dreams.
Two comppers can reach their freebie goal faster; request two slot cards with same name/membership compartment number and doublecomp those points.
Participate in a companion run hitting at least five casinos, joining as you go and collect all the compoffers.
It’s a common miscompception among gamblers that you must lose money to qualify—not true. Casinos want your time in their establishment—use those cards.
Tracking your points is based on all monies put through machines whether you are dropping coins or playing off your credits—it all computes.
Look UP, at the neon signs, in the casinos windows; where they advertise their best games, best payouts—all compliments of the house.
Attaching a card to you is a good idea. I’m the one with the colorful twisted cord attached to me. I have lost my composure and nearly a vital body part at times when forgetting to remove my card.
Finally, wager management should also be part of your complete education. Don’t play just for COMPs, however, in comparison—a reduction in the cost of play increases your gambling bankroll.
Compulsive gambling is bad but compulsion is good for every casino player; not only will you have good luck but you are making your luck with competence."
(Not as complete a guide as I would have liked, but definetly a starting point :) DL)
Friday 9 September 2011
Thursday 8 September 2011
Tips for picking the right online casino
"Casinos are becoming easier to access thanks to the power of the internet. The internet allows gamblers to play 24/7 wherever they may be. Because of that, there have been more and more casinos popping up online. How do you know which one is the best online casino to pick? Here are some tips to pick the best online casino out there.
1. Find out which software the company is using to run their online casinos. Some major software providers are Microgaming, Cryptologic, Net Entertainment, Boss Media, Playtech, and Rtg. A company that uses tried and tested software means that they are trying to make a name for themselves. Software created by major companies is not cheap, if they use expensive software; it only means they are probably serious.
2. A great casino should also offer great customer service support. They should be available where ever, when ever. They should also be able to be contacted in every way possible, 24/7. They should also be friendly, helpful and quick to respond to player’s problems.(You can always call before you try! DL)
3. Try to ask around for the best online casinos. Why believe only what you read in their sites? Try to find out what other users think about their site. (There are tons of "Fake" review sites out there, I try to search the casino name + Blacklist, or complaints. DL)
4. Find a casino that fits your computer and internet connection. If you have a slow connection, you may have a long time to download the games. If your computer components are also kind of slow, it might affect the images and game play. The main reason people play online is to experience a better gaming experience. If your computer and the casino are not compatible, why play online?
5. Always look at the terms and conditions. There will be online casinos that offer bonus play, but only after some conditions are met. ( Always read it caefully, if your unsure, call customer suport to explain. Don't learn the hardway like I did. DL)
6. Always check out the different games offered. The more games that you like, the better. If you love playing slot machines, try looking for a casino that offers great slot machines. ( Actually I prefer Sicbo DL :))
7. Always consider how you'll be able to pay for those games. Are there easy ways to pay for them through the bank? Always pay in the most efficient way .
8. Consider how you can be paid. Some casinos pay within 24 hours, some takes long weeks and could even reach months. If you win a big amount, some will pay you in staggered payment. I.e. if you win $15,000 you’ll be paid for 3 weeks. This is because some casinos limit their pay to $5,000 per week. So check their holding and process terms.
9. Do more research about the casino. There are online casinos that are linked with land casinos. This gives them less chance to run off with your money (unless the casino can be folded up and flown away).
10. Follow your guts, all of the things mentioned above may be correct. But in the end, your gut will tell what is right and what isn't."
1. Find out which software the company is using to run their online casinos. Some major software providers are Microgaming, Cryptologic, Net Entertainment, Boss Media, Playtech, and Rtg. A company that uses tried and tested software means that they are trying to make a name for themselves. Software created by major companies is not cheap, if they use expensive software; it only means they are probably serious.
2. A great casino should also offer great customer service support. They should be available where ever, when ever. They should also be able to be contacted in every way possible, 24/7. They should also be friendly, helpful and quick to respond to player’s problems.(You can always call before you try! DL)
3. Try to ask around for the best online casinos. Why believe only what you read in their sites? Try to find out what other users think about their site. (There are tons of "Fake" review sites out there, I try to search the casino name + Blacklist, or complaints. DL)
4. Find a casino that fits your computer and internet connection. If you have a slow connection, you may have a long time to download the games. If your computer components are also kind of slow, it might affect the images and game play. The main reason people play online is to experience a better gaming experience. If your computer and the casino are not compatible, why play online?
5. Always look at the terms and conditions. There will be online casinos that offer bonus play, but only after some conditions are met. ( Always read it caefully, if your unsure, call customer suport to explain. Don't learn the hardway like I did. DL)
6. Always check out the different games offered. The more games that you like, the better. If you love playing slot machines, try looking for a casino that offers great slot machines. ( Actually I prefer Sicbo DL :))
7. Always consider how you'll be able to pay for those games. Are there easy ways to pay for them through the bank? Always pay in the most efficient way .
8. Consider how you can be paid. Some casinos pay within 24 hours, some takes long weeks and could even reach months. If you win a big amount, some will pay you in staggered payment. I.e. if you win $15,000 you’ll be paid for 3 weeks. This is because some casinos limit their pay to $5,000 per week. So check their holding and process terms.
9. Do more research about the casino. There are online casinos that are linked with land casinos. This gives them less chance to run off with your money (unless the casino can be folded up and flown away).
10. Follow your guts, all of the things mentioned above may be correct. But in the end, your gut will tell what is right and what isn't."
Sunday 4 September 2011
9 Ways To Win At Sports Betting
"If you are looking to try your luck at sports betting then know that you do have greater odds of winning in this game than you would in roulette or craps. While those are games of chance, sports betting is a game of predicting a foreseeable outcome. Here are some tips on how to win big at the big game.
9.Place Bets on the Right Sports Book
Statistics suggest that placing bets with the correct sports book will make a big difference, and increase the odds of winning by 3%.
8.Bet Against the Public
There are some that claim that “fading the public” can be profitable. This has led many bettors to bet on the other team than is predicted.
7.Do Your Homework Before the Game
The best way to win sports betting is to research all aspects of a game, especially circumstances and data that others would not consider. Not even bookies will have time to research every sport and every game. Therefore, if you can create a niche for yourself, you could become an expert on a smaller conferences and find yourself winning big money. (Like any gamble, preperation is a HUGE advantage DL)
6.Choose the Underdog at Home
Statistically speaking, it’s a good idea to bet on an underdog at home. A team will put forth their best effort at home stadium and underdogs have a way of triumphing over the odds in general. Using this strategy you may beat the odds too.
5.Bet at Just the Right Time
Bettors who bet on underdogs usually bet early. Therefore, if you are betting on an underdog try and bet late. If you are betting on the favorite then bet early. Going against the grain in sports gambling is often a smart move.
4.Make Arbitrage Bets
You can make money on sure bets regardless of the outcome of a game with arbitrage bets. The advantage of these bets is that it doesn’t matter what the outcome of a game is, since the only bet you made was on a specific happening.
3.Square or Sucker Lines
Many betters try to stay away from square lines (that is, lines that are designed to lure public opinion into betting a certain way) and in the end, can even make money off these phony wagers if they can closely monitor the betting percentages.
2.Never Gamble While Drinking
This may be common knowledge to some, a great shock to others. However, when you drink an alcoholic beverage, your judgment will be significantly clouded. A drink may also give you that extra “courage” to make a rash and expensive decision. (This one took me awhile to sort out DL)
1.Manage your Gambling Money
Another lesson in common sense that is often ignored when it comes time to put down a wager: never bet more than you can afford to lose. In fact, it is recommended that you set aside a portion of your money for betting and to stick with it, regardless of your winnings or losses. Lastly, try to spread your total among a few smaller bets rather than risk it all on one sure thing that may not be as predictable as everyone thinks."
9.Place Bets on the Right Sports Book
Statistics suggest that placing bets with the correct sports book will make a big difference, and increase the odds of winning by 3%.
8.Bet Against the Public
There are some that claim that “fading the public” can be profitable. This has led many bettors to bet on the other team than is predicted.
7.Do Your Homework Before the Game
The best way to win sports betting is to research all aspects of a game, especially circumstances and data that others would not consider. Not even bookies will have time to research every sport and every game. Therefore, if you can create a niche for yourself, you could become an expert on a smaller conferences and find yourself winning big money. (Like any gamble, preperation is a HUGE advantage DL)
6.Choose the Underdog at Home
Statistically speaking, it’s a good idea to bet on an underdog at home. A team will put forth their best effort at home stadium and underdogs have a way of triumphing over the odds in general. Using this strategy you may beat the odds too.
5.Bet at Just the Right Time
Bettors who bet on underdogs usually bet early. Therefore, if you are betting on an underdog try and bet late. If you are betting on the favorite then bet early. Going against the grain in sports gambling is often a smart move.
4.Make Arbitrage Bets
You can make money on sure bets regardless of the outcome of a game with arbitrage bets. The advantage of these bets is that it doesn’t matter what the outcome of a game is, since the only bet you made was on a specific happening.
3.Square or Sucker Lines
Many betters try to stay away from square lines (that is, lines that are designed to lure public opinion into betting a certain way) and in the end, can even make money off these phony wagers if they can closely monitor the betting percentages.
2.Never Gamble While Drinking
This may be common knowledge to some, a great shock to others. However, when you drink an alcoholic beverage, your judgment will be significantly clouded. A drink may also give you that extra “courage” to make a rash and expensive decision. (This one took me awhile to sort out DL)
1.Manage your Gambling Money
Another lesson in common sense that is often ignored when it comes time to put down a wager: never bet more than you can afford to lose. In fact, it is recommended that you set aside a portion of your money for betting and to stick with it, regardless of your winnings or losses. Lastly, try to spread your total among a few smaller bets rather than risk it all on one sure thing that may not be as predictable as everyone thinks."
Friday 2 September 2011
Video Poker Pointers
"Video Poker combines both Luck and skill. The luck part is the cards that are randomly dealt to the player. The skill part encompasses much more then simply knowing what to hold and what to fold. Here's an article that will discuss some of the things every video poker player should be doing, regardless of their game play strategy.
1. Only Play At Full Pay Machines
One of the smartest things any potential video poker player can do is to check the payout schedule before he or she starts playing. The payout schedule tells you how much you'll be paid for each winning hand. In a Jacks or Better Video Poker game 9/6 is considered full pay. That simply means that 9 coins are paid out for a Full House and 6 coins are paid out for a Flush. Many casinos pay out less then 9/6, meaning that in the long run, you'll simply win less money.
2. Always Play Max Coins
A Mistake many novice players make is to play fewer coins, thinking this will keep them in the game longer. The problem with that theory is many machines will give you proportionately more coins for hitting a Royal Flush with max coins then they will for hitting with less then the max. If you're worried about going through your bankroll too quickly, play at a low coin size. Or, if you're really not sure how to play, us a play for free version of the game until you've gotten your feet wet. (This is actually a great idea for any game, and one I try to "preach" as loud and often as posible DL)
3. Plan How Much You're Willing To Lose --And Stick To It.
There is a lot of luck involved in winning Video Poker. Unfortunately, too many players keep pumping coins into the machine, thinking their luck is bound to change. Successful players know that some days you have it and some you don't. Before you start playing, have a set amount that you're willing to lose, once that money is gone quit playing. (Once again, any time your gambling this is the way to go. I personally start with $20.00 and when I win $20.00 my initial cash goes back in my pocket to stay. DL)
4. Take Your Time
Video poker is a game of man against machine. Always remember that there is no time limit. Make sure that you carefully review your cards, with each hand. Take as much time as you need, no one is waiting for you so don't feel pressured to make your move. Don't hit that draw button until you're ready. (There is never a rush to play, enjoy yourself and stay relaxed. You won't make as many dumd mistakes DL)
5. Take advantage of the "Play for Free" Games
Novice players need experience; obviously the best way to gain experience is to play. Fortunately, many online casinos offer "Play for free" versions of some maybe even all of their video poker versions. Take advantage of these and develop your strategy before you plunk down your money." (Don't play until your ready, it will make the difference between going home with a wad of cash, or crying in a wad of kleenex DL)
Thursday 1 September 2011
I'm going to start posting some of my PLR articles....
Or at least parts of them. To be fair, and because I don't like to take credit for other peoples work, I will put "..." around any work that isn't originally mine. Not because I'm lazy, but because I have a lot of information I think people would benifit from in PLR, and I am not all about trying to sell it for $. So I figured posting it for free would be a great way to share it.
Well worth it, free and no sign up :)
Monday 15 August 2011
Excerpt from the book "The Gambler"
MY JEW PARTNER.
I was on board the steamer Sultana one evening, coming up from New Orleans, when a "Jew" came up to me, tapped me on the shoulder, and said: "Mr. Devol, I have heard of you for years, and have sat at the same table with you in New Orleans playing the bank. I caught her this trip for over $4,000; but I have often wished I could make as much money as you do; you bet I would take better care of it than you. Come, let us go and have a nice drink." I told him I did not drink anything but wine; and I was very glad he had beat the bank, for they nearly always beat me; but I could hold my own with any man at poker. He said: "Oh, Mr. Devol, I know that no one can beat you at poker, and I would like to put my money in with you and have an interest." Something struck me immediately that I might as well have the $4,000 as not, so I said to him: "I will see Mr. Bush (my partner), and let you know after supper." The first thing to be done was to manufacture a sucker to play me a big game of poker. I knew several good boys on board; some were gamblers and some were horsemen. I selected one of the horsemen, and took him to my room to teach him the ropes. I said to him: "I will cold deck you, and give you three kings, a seven and a eight, and you must put your thumb over one of the spots on the eight, so that the Jew will think you have a king full on sevens when he sees your hand. I will have an ace full, and will bet you $200 or $300 before the draw; then you raise me $5,000." After giving him full instructions, so there would be no mistake, I gave him a big roll and let him out, with instructions not to know me until the time of the game. I told Bush the plan, so after supper we opened up with our three cards and took in a few hundred dollars. After we had closed for the evening, I picked up my manufactured sucker and commenced a divvy game of poker. I told my Jew partner to see every hand that the other fellow held, and to attract his attention so I could cold deck him. I came up with the ice and bet $250 before the draw. The sucker came back and raised me $5,000. The Jew was behind him and saw his king full on sevens; he then came around and saw my ace full on trays. I pretended to be a little short, and called for Bush to bring me some money. Then my would-be partner commenced to get out his money, and was in such a hurry (for fear he would not be in time) that he tore the buttons off his vest. He put up his $4,000; Bush got $1,000 from John C. Heenan (the prize fighter, who was on the boat), and I called the bet. The game had attracted the attention of all the passengers; they were all around us, some on the tables and chairs, and every one was holding his breath waiting for the result, except my Jew partner, who was so delighted with the sure thing of having won one-half of the money that he could not keep still a moment, but kept dancing around, rubbing his hands and smiling as if he had sold a suit of clothes without coming down a cent. When, to everybody's great surprise, the sucker said, "Gentlemen, I have made a mistake in my hand; can't I take my money down?" The Jew said: "Oh, we don't rectify no mistakes in poker." The sucker looked up at him and said: "What in the h—l have you got to do with this game?" The Jew said: "I thought you was bluffin'." The sucker then said: "Hold on, gentlemen, we have not drawn yet. I thought I had a king full on sevens." He then threw down the seven and eight and called for two cards. The Jew said: "We don't care for your mistake," and then walked around behind the sucker to see what he would get in the draw. I dealt him off two cards, but the Jew did not get to see what he got. They had sent me some money from the office, and I bet him $500. The sucker hesitated a moment, and then bet $5,000. I put up all the money I had, my big single stone, pin and ring, but that was not enough. Then the Jew put up his Juergunsen watch, a large cluster pin and ring, and called the bet. The sucker said, "I have two pair." The Jew was so glad (thinking I had won) that he could not keep still, but went up and down like a jumping-jack. I showed down my ace full, and then the sucker showed down two pair of kings. You should have seen my "new partner." He threw up both his hands, groaned, and fell over on the floor dead. We had to throw water in his face to bring him around, and when we got him up he started for the guards, saying: "I go drown myself; I don't want to live." Some one ran and got him a life preserver, and told him to put it on before he jumped overboard. He finally quieted down and went to his room. I took the horseman into my room, gave him $200 in money and my "partner's" diamonds. He was the lion of the boat, and did not have to pay for drinks from there to Louisville. I got off at Baton Rouge at daybreak, and was soon on my way back to New Orleans; and when I arrived there, every one I met would ask me about my bad luck. My friends were sorry for me. I could have borrowed almost any amount of money. The papers came out all over the country that Devol had at last found his match.
I saw the Jew in St. Louis some years later. He knew me, and said: "Mr. Devol, come and let us get a good drink. See that clothing store? That's mine. I never play poker since that time on the boat; don't you remember?"
I was on board the steamer Sultana one evening, coming up from New Orleans, when a "Jew" came up to me, tapped me on the shoulder, and said: "Mr. Devol, I have heard of you for years, and have sat at the same table with you in New Orleans playing the bank. I caught her this trip for over $4,000; but I have often wished I could make as much money as you do; you bet I would take better care of it than you. Come, let us go and have a nice drink." I told him I did not drink anything but wine; and I was very glad he had beat the bank, for they nearly always beat me; but I could hold my own with any man at poker. He said: "Oh, Mr. Devol, I know that no one can beat you at poker, and I would like to put my money in with you and have an interest." Something struck me immediately that I might as well have the $4,000 as not, so I said to him: "I will see Mr. Bush (my partner), and let you know after supper." The first thing to be done was to manufacture a sucker to play me a big game of poker. I knew several good boys on board; some were gamblers and some were horsemen. I selected one of the horsemen, and took him to my room to teach him the ropes. I said to him: "I will cold deck you, and give you three kings, a seven and a eight, and you must put your thumb over one of the spots on the eight, so that the Jew will think you have a king full on sevens when he sees your hand. I will have an ace full, and will bet you $200 or $300 before the draw; then you raise me $5,000." After giving him full instructions, so there would be no mistake, I gave him a big roll and let him out, with instructions not to know me until the time of the game. I told Bush the plan, so after supper we opened up with our three cards and took in a few hundred dollars. After we had closed for the evening, I picked up my manufactured sucker and commenced a divvy game of poker. I told my Jew partner to see every hand that the other fellow held, and to attract his attention so I could cold deck him. I came up with the ice and bet $250 before the draw. The sucker came back and raised me $5,000. The Jew was behind him and saw his king full on sevens; he then came around and saw my ace full on trays. I pretended to be a little short, and called for Bush to bring me some money. Then my would-be partner commenced to get out his money, and was in such a hurry (for fear he would not be in time) that he tore the buttons off his vest. He put up his $4,000; Bush got $1,000 from John C. Heenan (the prize fighter, who was on the boat), and I called the bet. The game had attracted the attention of all the passengers; they were all around us, some on the tables and chairs, and every one was holding his breath waiting for the result, except my Jew partner, who was so delighted with the sure thing of having won one-half of the money that he could not keep still a moment, but kept dancing around, rubbing his hands and smiling as if he had sold a suit of clothes without coming down a cent. When, to everybody's great surprise, the sucker said, "Gentlemen, I have made a mistake in my hand; can't I take my money down?" The Jew said: "Oh, we don't rectify no mistakes in poker." The sucker looked up at him and said: "What in the h—l have you got to do with this game?" The Jew said: "I thought you was bluffin'." The sucker then said: "Hold on, gentlemen, we have not drawn yet. I thought I had a king full on sevens." He then threw down the seven and eight and called for two cards. The Jew said: "We don't care for your mistake," and then walked around behind the sucker to see what he would get in the draw. I dealt him off two cards, but the Jew did not get to see what he got. They had sent me some money from the office, and I bet him $500. The sucker hesitated a moment, and then bet $5,000. I put up all the money I had, my big single stone, pin and ring, but that was not enough. Then the Jew put up his Juergunsen watch, a large cluster pin and ring, and called the bet. The sucker said, "I have two pair." The Jew was so glad (thinking I had won) that he could not keep still, but went up and down like a jumping-jack. I showed down my ace full, and then the sucker showed down two pair of kings. You should have seen my "new partner." He threw up both his hands, groaned, and fell over on the floor dead. We had to throw water in his face to bring him around, and when we got him up he started for the guards, saying: "I go drown myself; I don't want to live." Some one ran and got him a life preserver, and told him to put it on before he jumped overboard. He finally quieted down and went to his room. I took the horseman into my room, gave him $200 in money and my "partner's" diamonds. He was the lion of the boat, and did not have to pay for drinks from there to Louisville. I got off at Baton Rouge at daybreak, and was soon on my way back to New Orleans; and when I arrived there, every one I met would ask me about my bad luck. My friends were sorry for me. I could have borrowed almost any amount of money. The papers came out all over the country that Devol had at last found his match.
I saw the Jew in St. Louis some years later. He knew me, and said: "Mr. Devol, come and let us get a good drink. See that clothing store? That's mine. I never play poker since that time on the boat; don't you remember?"
Sunday 14 August 2011
Sunday 7 August 2011
Interview tomorrow...
Tomorrow is my interview with poker player Thien "The Tinman", I'm looking forward to it :)Should be a lot of fun.... minus the editing afterword. Then I get to figure out ow to put it on my site. Lots to learn!!! :)
Friday 5 August 2011
I'm still here...
working quietly in the background... "Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain" :) I'm working on several rewrites of documents I think will be important to www.casinocrushing.com and I still feel so out of my depth setting everything up. BUT it will get done. I've been promised an audio (possibly a video) interview with The Tinman. Thienn is probably one of the most talented poker players I know, and definitely one of the few who could do it as a living. I'll be trying to pick his brain for tips and tricks, and I'm going to share them all with you :)I think I'm at approximately 320 full size ebooks on gambling strategies, and another 600 - 700 plr articles. I am really stoked. Top that off with casino games for the site that reward people for there views and ideas.... this is gonna be a good one folks :)
Saturday 30 July 2011
It's coming soon!!!
Alrighty, I've set up a few new deadlines to get everything up and running... Over the weekend I will be putting in a solid 8 a day to get the site ready, and will make a point of tweeting updates and blogging the goods too. So it's on the way, and it's gonna be good!!!
Monday 25 July 2011
Bots:
I know that some people find this a relatively touchy subject. I find it intriguing. I want to know who thinks Poker, Roulette, Blackjack, and other gambling bots are kosher or if it's cheating or just to lazy to count for yourself? For those that like and or use them... what have you tried that's good, bad, or just plain useless? Later this week I'll post a bunch of "freeware" links, if anyone is interested. I've tried a couple but only in test mode. One I downloaded recently, but only used once in the free play mode came up with a Trojan under the "Paid" portion. Glad I hadn't added any vital info. Free version, it is fantastic and finds a lot your usual anti-virus doesn't.
Now that it looks like Football is back....
Who are your favorites? Who's going all the way? Who is going to be the biggest surprise? Who is going to "drop the ball" if you will? :) Anybody in any good pools?
Thursday 21 July 2011
Update
Just a quick update on the site, GoDaddy says it may be up to 48 hours until it is released to my host. That will be the starting point for getting www.casinocrushing.com up and running. In the meantime does anyone know how to set RSS feeds to my blog? I have a few that I like and think would enhance the overall experience :)
Thanks!!!
Thanks!!!
Wednesday 20 July 2011
Hi there!!!
Hi there, I'm Dan and I'm looking for information. Not just any information, mind you, but specific, concise and useable information. Tips, tricks, plans, schemes, scams, bots, inside information, tables, statistics, odds, theories, and anything else I can compile to take money out of the casinos, the bookies, the lotto, the bingo, the local card games, the online cash games, and more. I am in the midst of setting up a web page with chat rooms, free games (to test any theories and just for fun), running sports feeds, game odds, questions, forums, pros and novices, interviews, and so much more. Basically I want to develop a place for people like me, who don't know exactly how to win big, but know there is a way. A place where like minded people can come together and use each other as a sounding board, to test theories, trash scams, learn and most importantly have fun. This blog is going to be my "diary" of the already INSANE amount of information I have compiled and a look behind the scenes at whats going on. To tell the truth, I am really excited about all of this, and just a touch apprehensive... I have never done anything like this before, so if you have any thoughts or ideas that you think I could use, or any criticism or compliments, let me know. I want this all to be a great experience, and with everyone's help I'm sure it will be!
You can check out some of my other stuff here!!! :)
You can check out some of my other stuff here!!! :)
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