Recent content by AlabamaIceman

Or perhaps approximate the count and lower your unit increases to be more conservative until a new shoe? Or, of course, should you simply sit out until a new shoe is dealt?

That's what I thought. On the the subject on non-"simple" counts though, is the Hi-Lo really the best place to start? I can count through a deck dealt in pairs in about 45 seconds... no idea how that would work in a real scenario. At that point, would it be to my benefit to start...

I know I know, trying for a count that is so easy to keep is bound to also mean it is not as effective... and I am working on my Hi-Lo and trying to get better, but I'm curious. Do any of the "simpler" counts like the original 5's and ten's or the new OPP (aka "Speed Count") still have...

Excellent, thanks. Time to go explore the forum some more. My main concerns are twofold: while I can make peace with the idea that I won't be striking it rich or anything, I also don't want to accept the fact that I'm going to go broke. So minimum table bets vs. my bankroll vs...

Hi all, I am a student from the deep south, almost legal to gamble if I so choose. I have long been interested in the little stack of 52 cards, whether it be for magic tricks or playing made up card games like "bigger is best" and "nuke war" with my grade-school pals. I'm not going to lie to...