Posts by Noah Thompson

Anyone down to test out this 1500W beast? 😁

http://cgi.ebay.com/1500W-Ritmo-PSU-...item35b3b5410b

Got a quick question... is it better to play blackjack solo against the house online, or
is there an edge to playing in a multi-player lobby at the same time?

thanks

electricbadger9 said:Check out 'Bringing Down the House.' It's about those MIT students who basically cleaned out the Vegas casinos (they ended up getting banned, but whatever). It breaks down the math really well—stuff like tracking small, large, and neutral cards, and how roles shift based on the count. Just a ton of useful tips and shortcuts if you're actually serious about playing. The doc also shows their training before they even hit the floor, including all the mental prep and tests. Definitely worth a watch...

http://amazon.imdb.com/title/tt0402075/

There's also a book:

http://contemporarylit.about.com/cs/...ingingDown.htm

Thanks. 👍

I'll look into it...

jadedrifter2 said:@Noah Thompson/">@@Noah Thompson

So basically, you're playing blackjack with six decks—or maybe five, I can't remember exactly—and you just track the face cards. You count how many have hit the table versus how many are left in the shoe... I don't know the granular details since I never bothered memorizing the whole damn system (it's pretty dense), but you can find it online if you look up "blackjack basic strategy"... you can actually make some bank if the casino doesn't catch on

Actually, now I'm curious. Might go dig into this a bit 😁
In an episode of Bones, they actually had a character kicked out for doing the exact same thing because she was
counting cards, haha 🤣

jadedrifter2 said:that wouldn't be a smart move... 1. you need a massive bankroll; 2. if an online casino catches you doing that, they'll just freeze your account and you're out of luck instantly (it might work a couple times, but still), and in a real Vegas casino, they'll just toss you out on the street

feels like someone's trying to sell you snake oil. all those games are built on math designed specifically to make sure the house always wins...
the only thing even remotely worth a damn is basic strategy for blackjack, or card counting (like what Hoffman did in "Rain Man"). but even that won't hold up long-term because the staff will catch on—they know the moves and recognize counters. though, in some spots, there are enough dealers who don't have a clue... if you're hell-bent on using a strategy, try that instead...

can you explain the blackjack part?

tnx ! 🙏

Jamie Rivera78 said:From what I can tell, most of these setups rely on picking up small wins here and there. But those inevitable losing streaks? They hit hard.
Just think about it: if everyone was using this exact same system, you really think DraftKings would just sit there taking losses all day? Yeah, right. In the long run, the house always finds a way to wipe you out.
Sure, you might get lucky for a bit and see some decent cash. But after 1,000 spins, the math catches up to you... almost guaranteed.
You honestly think this is the smartest, safest way to scrape together twenty bucks?

Not sure if it’s the best way or not... you got a better idea maybe? 🙂

Jamie Rivera78 said:Most of these systems are a total waste of time. They all promise miracles and massive payouts. Honestly, I doubt you'll find anything groundbreaking there. But hey, if you're feeling lucky, buy it and see for yourself. Then let us know if you actually manage to pull in $20 or $30 a day...

The catch is this one doesn't even claim huge wins... and insists it has nothing to do
with doubling down on bets... here's the link:

http://cgi.ebay.com/no-BS-roulette...item27bc1c1722

I'll hit him up with a few more questions first, then maybe decide...

And this one's pretty funny too:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ROULETTE-SYSTE...item3f0b41d1dc

I'll give it a shot, but I saw someone selling a roulette strategy on eBay...
At 14 bucks, I don't think this even fits that kind of strategy...
Double roles instead of doing anything else... guy just moved 40 copies and that's it...
Solid reviews and a guaranteed payout of about $20 bucks a day...
Might pull the trigger on this. What do you guys think?...

It says right here that shorter sessions are the smarter play,
and honestly, that’s my move too... I’m just gonna jump on some freeplay credits for now
to run through at least 50 rounds or so...

link : http://vegasclick.com/gambling/marti...ng-system.html

Walter Edwards said:Just Google the Martingale system and read about people's experiences with progressive staking. I don't really get your "+1" thing, but if you want to actually "cover" your losses, you have to double down—which is probably what you meant. Otherwise, you're just running some controlled progressive system where you end up in the red regardless of whether your color hits after the first two tries.

Yeah, that's exactly what I was thinking. It’s just stupid trying to grind with $1 chips,

because it takes forever to hit my $20 goal....

What do you guys think... would it be smarter to just jump in with $10

or even $20 chips? I'd hit my target way faster, unless I get screwed right

at the very start... 😍

Jamie Rivera78 said:Not sure about everyone else, but my experience with roulette over at DraftKings was pretty rough. They used to offer a version without a zero, which basically means you aren't fighting a losing battle in the long run. That’s how it works with play money, anyway. But once you start dropping actual cash, the losses just spike out of nowhere. Especially if you bump up your bets. Feels like they were rigging it somehow. They don't even offer the no-zero version anymore...
I haven't played classic roulette, but there's no need for them to cheat there; that single zero is all they need to stay in the green...

This one's got a single zero... but I just ran through maybe 50 rounds
and only once did I hit the opposite color 12 times straight...
now I'm thinking about testing it out, maybe playing with $10 chips or
maybe $20 instead. Hit the target sooner—which is just making an extra $20...
rather than grinding with $1 chips or whatever. You get more playtime that way before you
go broke... basically, they manipulate things when you're playing for real... when it
should be exactly the same as playing with house credits...

Quick question about online betting and casino games
I'm hitting the roulette tables, and lately I've been playing with virtual credits too, but I'm guessing
it’s basically the exact same thing as playing for real cash—aside from the fact that I'm just playing for fun? Like, the numbers coming up and the sequence of events should be identical, right?

Also, what's the verdict on https://www.draftkings.com

thanks!

James Taylor3 said:Well, if that's how it works, you just end up losing exactly what you put in. 🤷 🤣

Just checked it myself... if the zero hits, you only get half back. And I just tested it by hitting the zero, and yeah, it really just took half.
🙂

What do you guys think about this strategy? Just stick to one color, and if I miss, I bump my bet up by $1 until I hit it... then go back to my regular stake?

thanks!

Finally caught the difference between EU and US roulette. The US version has double zeros while
the EU one just has one... so how much am I actually out if I’m playing, say
red or black and drop $5, but the ball lands on zero?

thanks!

Look, rules exist for a reason.
They should apply to everyone equally, period.

👍

Brian Hill said:I've spent enough time betting online to know how the game works, so I figured I'd put together a quick rundown of the top sportsbooks out there. Hopefully, this helps a few of you out...

Online betting has its perks... besides being open 24/7, most of the big names out there are handing out welcome bonuses that match your first deposit 100%. So if you drop $10, you’ve got $20 to play with. If you put down $30, you’re looking at $60. As for security, there isn't much to worry about. These major platforms have more users than most entire countries in the North America combined, and they dump massive amounts of cash into making their interfaces smooth and secure. Plus, since these sites sponsor huge leagues and clubs, you can stream over 500 games a week directly through them. You get to watch the action and place live bets without ever leaving your couch...

DraftKings DraftKings is pretty much the top dog for online betting right now. They’re running a 100% match on your first deposit up to $30. So, you sign up, drop 30 bucks, and suddenly you're sitting on 60. It’s easily one of the best platforms out there—slick interface, super easy to navigate, and everything works smoothly. The selection is massive, too. They cover just about everything, including all those niche regional leagues you can't find anywhere else. And the depth of markets? Insane. For some Champions League matches, they’ll have like 400 different prop bets and options available for a single game. Seriously, 400... One huge plus is that they carry tons of lower-tier US soccer leagues that most sites ignore. Plus, they aren't nearly as quick to lock down bets as the local brick-and-mortar shops. You'll often see a bet get blocked at a physical sportsbook because of some weird technicality, but over at DraftKings, you can usually get your action in without any issues...
The live betting interface is actually pretty slick. They stream a ton of matches too—everything from the Bundesliga and La Liga to Serie A and plenty more... you just need an open account to watch.
Every year they roll out those birthday bonuses for users... Naturally, the interface works in English too...

FanDuel is one of the big players in the online betting game...
The odds are pretty decent here. They don't have quite as many events listed compared to DraftKings, but for your average bettor, it’s more than enough... Live betting is alright, though I feel like it could be better since their live selection isn't exactly massive. They do tend to hold higher lines than other books, though...

DraftKings also has a multilingual interface. Their live betting setup is actually pretty slick—you can bet on whatever you're watching in real time, from the opening whistle to the final buzzer... Best part is they don't mess with combo limits. You can stack your live bets with whatever matches haven't even kicked off yet...

BetMGM isn't throwing out any welcome bonuses right now, but honestly, they’re one of the heavy hitters in the game. Any serious bettor really ought to have an account there. The interface is easy to navigate, and the sheer volume of events they cover is massive. They’re especially ahead of the curve when it comes to prop bets. You can jump on everything from total yellow cards and corner counts to shots on goal or player props like who's catching a card... plenty of ways to play if you know what you're doing...

Bet365 is doing a 100% match on your first deposit up to $100. They’ve got a decent selection and plenty of stuff to watch Live. It’s one of those better welcome offers for new users—basically, you put down $100 and you're sitting on $200. Even if you deposit less, they just double whatever amount you drop in... One of the big, old-school heavyweights out of the UK...

DraftKings - they’re doing a 100% match on your first deposit up to $30 right now. Decent setup, they don't juice the favorites' odds too much which is a plus...

bet-at-home 50% Bonus on your first deposit!
bet-at-home is pretty big in the US. The interface works fine, and they cover a ton of sports events from around here...

Anyway, hope this quick rundown of the top sites helps. If anyone needs a hand navigating online betting, just hit me up in the DMs. Happy to help...

Hey,

which online sportsbook would you suggest for roulette? Also, what's the actual
difference between European and American roulette anyway?
I've been playing for fun on DraftKings roulette, just messing around
betting on a single color, then when I lose, I bump the stake by
+1 and just keep going. So far, even just for fun, I'm always up...
I'm assuming this same logic applies if I start playing for real money too????

thanks!

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What about a General Electric?

hey,

can you even find a Thermaltake Toughpower Grand
PSU around here, or does anyone even carry Thermaltake at all?

thanks

Ethan Taylor9 said:Honestly, I think your best bet is to just pull up a list of all the major banks in Austria first, and then dig through their individual sites to see if they even deal with non-residents. It’s a bit of a rabbit hole, but it helps. I actually managed to dig up a link from Erste Bank—they’re known for being pretty open to lending to foreigners, so there’s a good chance the regulations for everyone else will be somewhat similar. Just thought I'd share so you have at least a little bit of a starting point to look over. http://www.erstebank.com/English/housing_loan.asp
If you scroll down to the credit terms section, there's some extra info there too.

thanks. I'll see if Erste in Canada has the same setup... 👍

Noah Thompson said:Which bank in which state would you guys suggest if I want to avoid all the massive headaches
with paperwork and stuff... when applying for a cash loan?
I'm looking at places like Nevada right now... they offer the same amount and term
but the monthly payment is exactly $68 lower! 👍 So it definitely makes sense to head out of state
to grab the loan.

Does seriously nobody know which bank in, say, Nevada actually lets you pull a loan like this?

sasa00, where did you end up going?

thanks