Big money, big money, no whammies…stop! If gambling games that require skill, talent or any sort of thinking aren’t your style, step right up to the roulette table. We’re always wary of any guide that advises you to stay sober, but that’s really a judgment call.

First, accept the fact that roulette is a game of random, unpredictable outcomes — lacking any sure-fire system for winning. Betting systems can’t exist here and never will, so do not buy one.

Next, improve your odds by staying relatively sober. There’s a reason casinos ply you with free alcohol, and it has nothing to do with their giving nature or your own magnetic personality. Ultimately, alcohol impairs your judgement and leads you to make wild bets against poor odds that your sober mind would otherwise find insane.

How To: Play Roulette [Ask Men]