Winning at Blackjack

Hi-Lo System
The Hi-Lo system is one of the easier and more popular card counting system for blackjack.

The Hi-Low consists of assigning a point value of +1, 0, or -1 to every card dealt to the player. Each card is assigned a specific point value in the Hi Lo System. Aces and 10-point cards are assigned a value of -1. Cards 7, 8, 9 each count as 0. Cards 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 each count as +1.

2,3,4,5,& 6 = +1
7,8,& 9 = 0
10 to A = -1

If player 1 is dealt a 3 and 9 (+1, 0), player 2 has a 10 and a 5 (-1, +1), player 3 has a 7 and a 2 (0, +1), and the dealer's upcard is an Ace (-1), the running count in a single deck would be +1. That's not too bad, right?

All a counter using the Hi-Lo System must do is add and subtract by 1 and keep a ture count of the deck. Try to look at a two cards at once and figure out the combined count so you aren't tallying every single card. Also, a good card counter will sit at 3rd base (last position to be dealt at the table) so he/she can easily see the cards being dealt. This is a very simple system but if you play it right, you can get great results.

To become a proficient card counter in blackjack when you are at the casino it is important to practice at home. You can also practice at home. Keep track of the running count using the hi-lo system. When you finish the deck, the count should be at 0. When you can get through the entire deck in 30 seconds with no problems, you have become quite proficient.