Blackjack Table Selection

The first step is to select a blackjack table at which to play. Your first criteria should be the table minimum, maximum and rules.

If you come to the table with a 100 to 200 dollar bankroll for that session, you should probably stick to tables with a minimum of no more then 5 dollars. This way you can ride out at least some of the fluctuations a little longer and get reasonable playing time out of your money.

Remember that one of the reasons that casinos take in more money than they statistically should based on the house edge is that they have virtually an unlimited bankroll.

Another important consideration is the number of players already seated at a table. If you are the only one at a table it will be easier to count cards and you do not have to worry about how you play and if you are taking the "wrong card". The dealer is usually also more willing to spend time with you in explaining the game.

If you join a table with players already seated then base your selection on whether they are the kind of people you wish to play with and if the seating position you prefer is vacant.