Readers Q&A #38

Dear BJInsider.com Expert Guide,

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Is there any way of beating CSM(Continuous Shuffling Machine) game?
Which basic strategy (one deck, multiple deck) should one use?

Regards,
Gasper

Dear Gasper,

There is no way to gain the edge against a CSM where the cards are continually reshuffled after every few hands (assuming standard rules). You should use the multiple deck playing strategy if you must play in a game with a CSM.

Regards,

Henry Tamburin

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Dear BJInsider.com Expert Guide,

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Why do professional gamblers not just double their bet until they win if the are willing to stay in the game until it turns around.
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The "Ask the Pro" Staff

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Dear Allen,

Two reasons. Number one is that the maximum bet posted on every blackjack table will limit how many times a player can double his/her bets (usually it’s between 7-10 times). Secondly, using a betting system based on past events (ie winning or losing the previous hand) does not alter the casino’s edge one iota. It’s a losing strategy in the long run.

Regards,

Henry Tamburin

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Dear Pros.
I Like to play bacarac and I am looking for some good advice and better ways to beat the odds? there are any expect or Pro for me to ask. Thanks

Tom Nguyen

Dear Tom,