+Specialty Games
Beginner

Let It Ride Aggregate Jackpot

Complete Advantage Play Strategy Guide

+
+

Specialty Games

Quick Stats

Expected Edge

Positive when jackpot > $50,000

Bankroll Required

Medium ($1,500-3,000)

Time to Learn

1 week

Additional Metrics

side Bet Breakeven
~$50,000
base Game Edge
3.51%
royal Frequency
1 in 649,740

Overview

Let It Ride features an optional $1 side bet that can become positive EV when the progressive jackpot is high enough. Base game still has house edge but side bet can be +EV.

Strategy

Use optimal Let It Ride strategy for base game: Pull back first bet with less than 10s or better or 3-card royal. Pull back second bet with less than pair of 10s or better or 4-card flush/straight. Make $1 side bet when jackpot exceeds threshold.

What to Look For

  • Progressive jackpot above $50,000
  • Lower base game minimums
  • Envy bonus available at full tables
  • Standard pay table for side bet
  • Regular players (meter builds faster)

Risks & Considerations

  • Base game has 3.51% house edge
  • Royal flush cycle is 649,740 hands
  • Side bet usually still negative EV
  • Slow game pace reduces hands per hour

Pro Tip

Always start with proper bankroll management. Even with an edge, variance can be brutal. Never risk more than 1-2% of your total bankroll on a single session, and ensure you have at least 20-30 buy-ins for your chosen stakes.

SlotStrat - Advantage Play Guides for Slots & Table Games