[Ultra Violet]

Isn't there a tournament tip box mid way up the left side of the window where you register for tournaments at the Gilpin? I think it's pretty close to eye level if i remember correctly.

Whenever I finish in the money, I always go over to that box to tip rather than the one they sometimes bring over to the final table. I'm inclined to tip more if I don't have a herd of people watching me count my money and calculate my tip. Hello, awkward! If I have a little space and privacy, I am more inclined to round up the tip. The tip is for the tournament dealers, not the rest of the final table, railbirds or staff, so it's weird to feel I need their approval or blessing.

At least the Gilpin is not as lame as the Golden Gates. Any time I have cashed there, they trot those in the money up to the front desk where the whole room can see what's going on. I know they are just looking out for their dealers, but I find it a little insulting when they pay one person out, bang the tip bin in front of them, and don't pay the next person until everyone watches you tip. Hello, REALLY freaking awkward! In cases like that I am inclined to round down.

Plus, no bonus points from me for having to cash out in front of the whole room that knows the tourney just ended. Hey eveyrone, take a look at the payouts on the board and pick a player, any player, to rob in the parking garage!

So what I am saying is, most people who cash are aware of the tipping concept. And they might get it wrong the first few times, but if they keep cashing, they will keep catching on. But the loud, impersonal "TAKE CARE OF YOUR DEALERS" yelled like a bouncer at closing time is a little harsh for people already planning to leave a tip.

Leaving a tip should be a happy gesture where you can express your gratitude. It's no fun when it feels like there is all sorts of pressure from the crowd gathering, even if it's not intentional on their part. A little discretion would go a long way! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]