The craps table is undoubtedly the loudest, most energetic, and most intimidating area on any casino floor.
Once you understand the basic flow of the game, the intimidating layout starts to make perfect sense.
Understanding the Pass Line Bet
Almost everyone at the table plays the Pass Line, as it represents betting with the shooter to win.
If the first roll of the dice is a 7 or an 11, the entire table celebrates and you double your money.
- The Pass Line bet has an incredibly low house edge of just 1.41%, making it one of the best bets in the casino
- You can place ‘Odds’ behind your Pass Line bet, which is the only wager in the building with a 0% house edge
- Most of the crazy proposition bets in the center of the table are terrible mathematically and should be avoided
Crucial Craps Etiquette
Craps has a lot of superstition and physical movement, meaning there are several unwritten rules you must obey.
The most important rule is to keep your hands completely out of the table area when the dice are being thrown.
| Behavior | Reasoning | Action to Take |
|---|---|---|
| Throwing the dice | They must hit the back wall to be random | Toss them smoothly, don’t lob them high |
| Buying in | The game moves very fast | Wait for a pause in the action to drop cash |
Stick to the basics, mind your hands, and enjoy the incredible energy of the craps pit.
