The craps table is undeniably the most intimidating, visually complex game on the entire casino floor.
This secret wager is universally known among veteran players as the "Free Odds" bet, or simply "Taking the Odds."
The Zero Percent House Edge Explained
In every other game, the casino pays out winning bets at slightly less than the true, actual mathematical probability of the event occurring.
The Craps Free Odds bet is the single, glorious exception to this universal rule of casino mathematics.
The Free Odds bet has an exact mathematical house edge of 0.00%It is the absolute fairest, most mathematically perfect bet available in any casinoCasinos never advertise this bet because they make absolutely zero money on it
Where to Put Your Chips
To place an Odds bet, you must first place a standard "Pass Line" bet and wait for the shooter to establish a "Point" number.
If the shooter successfully rolls the Point number again before rolling a 7, both your Pass Line bet and your massive Odds bet win.
The 3-4-5x Odds System
Because the Odds bet yields zero profit, casinos aggressively limit exactly how much money you are allowed to place behind your Pass Line bet.
For example, if you bet $10 on the Pass Line, and the Point becomes an 8, you can place a maximum of $50 in Free Odds behind it.
Betting StrategyOverall House EdgePlayer RatingPass Line Only1.41%AveragePass Line + 5x Odds0.33%Expert / Optimal
The Craps Free Odds bet is a beautiful, hidden mathematical anomaly in an industry designed specifically to drain your wallet.
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The Best Bet in the Entire Casino
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