Can anyone tell me if there is any additional gain realized if I side counted the 5s and 7s? I am currently using an unbalanced count?
Does a player side count a number if the number already has a tag value within the system he's using? I'm not sure if I said that right. Let's say the system of my choice already counts 6,7, and A, do you still side count them ? Providing one has the mental capacity? If so, how might the values be incorporated into my count for betting purposes?
"A" neutral count systems side counts the "A" based upon the number of "A"s seen or unseen. If I'm using a system where the 8 and 9s are neutral, will side counting these cards add any advantage? If yes, could you tell me the correct method for adjusting my TC based upon seen and unseen 8 and 9s ?
Except in unusual promo opportunities, forget the side counts and work on your act and spread. The most important things in today's games are to quickly shove out the money when the count is good, and move around a lot. Assuming competence in whatever legitimate count system you are using, a steep ramp, big spread, and short sessions will get the money. The rest is fluff.
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I used it for quite a while and it seemed to provide more bet/play deviations, which I liked. The extra work was not worth it for an occassional player. In stead of side counting, you'll actually account for the 7's, and add weight to the 5's.
The best explanation of Side Counts and their values is found in "The Theory of Blackjack".
If you are playing a HAND-HELD game, Aces are crucial for BET SIZING and 7's are valuable
for Basic Strategy departure plays. The 8's and 6's add almost no value.
The Hi-Opt I Count [see "World's Greatest Blackjack Book"] offers info on this.
Better by far is the info developed with Hi-Opt II, the ultimate count.
Those wanting deeper knowledge of this subject can email me.
