Recent content by ArthurDental

It's a shame what happened to you, but it's either a case of PTSD or continued victimization (perceived or real) from a criminal. Either way, however sad it is, it has nothing to do with my point. It explains why you feel that way, but doesn't in any way make it right or not. Obviously I'm...

I admit to not having read the thread, but this sounds like one of those suburbanites who come into the city once a year or less. Three blocks (well <1 mi) can make the difference between a good and bad neighborhood. Of course, you should be street-smart no matter where you are, but it's pure...

That's why I'm a newbie... The only method I've learned really is Red 7 and I didn't think of the other ones (although I'm not sure how much a difference that makes). Maybe it's time I try to learn a new one. It's hard when I don't have any friends who count cards... BTW, how do you figure out...

tensplitter, I'm a newbie and don't make many trips, but I rarely see positive counts at shoe games. I've seen one so far and the play didn't really work out, from what I can remember. I've also played computer sim the last few weeks and actually haven't seen a single positive count in all this...

Thanks! With the high tax rates I thought the rules would be bad... What are the limits, and would they use CSMs? It's 3:2 on BJs, I presume?

The one in Bucks County, PA... Wondering if I should go this week but I don't even know if they have blackjack yet. Thanks for any info.

KeyCount and Advantage were mentioned in the first post of the UBZ II OS thread, and appear to be used for the betting ramp. If you don't use them, then what do you use or recommend? I can't figure out the indices, now that I'm trying to memorize it. Eg. I figure 12 v 2 0 means stand on 12v2...

For UBZII, are the following correct for 8D? IRC -28 K -8 P 0 A 8 The index plays are probably the most difficult part but I'll try to learn it. Thanks everyone for your input. I definitely need to read a few more books.

You're so right! That's why I'm still a newbie! But I can't believe I made such an elementary mistake. I was insistent with my friends that I wouldn't play H17, and look what I did. I was really lucky to walk away with a win.

I know it's hard to believe, which is why I looked a few times at the tables, which said (exact wording may be slightly different): "Dealer must hit to 16 and soft 17, and stand on hard 17". Maybe there was an "all 18" at the end of that long sentence as well, but I'm not sure now. Is it...

@boneuphtoner Assuming I have enough brainpower for any unbalanced count systems, is REKO or UBZ2 better? Also, where do I learn about all the different KO systems you mentioned? @kewljason 2) Unfortunately (or fortunately) I have a relatively normal day job so I can't make weekday trips...

I tried Red 7 last weekend at the Taj in AC, and won $40 after an hour of play at the $15 table (and two hours of waiting for seat #5). I've got it down and just need to learn to keep my concentration for the whole shoe, but I was able to engage in some conversations. Not bad for my first solo...

can I download? Is Modern Blackjack downloadable? I can't stand clicking for every little page. A PDF, or even series of HTML files? Any other free book I should read?