[ceramist]

I'm pretty new to B&M myself (<1000 hours); I generally sit with 25-30 big bets at 2-4 or 3-6. I don't carry any reserve because right now I'm doing it for recreation. I also want to get a feel for the players, dealers, general atmosphere.

I concur with other posters; if you aren't able to discern between bad luck or bad play, don't plan on reloading. It's too tempting sometimes.

On on ocassion, I bought in for $100 on 2-4, had a bad run (down about half), decided to get up and treat myself to a nice dinner (bad bankroll management, good prime rib).

Enjoy!

c