detroit

[cdutilb]

I have only been to Motor City but I have been there probably around 30 times or so. I have always parked in the garage and have never had a problem. I was approached by a bum once but I hardly would consider that a problem. Its right off the lodge so you can literally be on the freeway within a minute from leaving the casino. I have even gotten gas at the gas station in that area and I had no problems. Sample size is like 3 on that one though.

[otter]

I should rephrase since that statement wasn't accurate. The games may be good, but the rake is sky high($5 max +$1 for the bad beat) and the dealers aren't getting too many hands/hour. The NL rake is also high.

[otter]

I, too have stopped at that gas station, but there are usually a bunch of people loitering around so I don't feel too comfortable.

[otter]

Amen. There are a LOT of gamblers here! I run into a dozen every time I go to Vegas (and no they're not the ones on the plane w/ me ;-)). Add into this the poor economy (big 3 not so good) and I wonder how long it will be before everyone has their house up for sale?

[otter]

The structure that's connected to it, or the one by the freeway? Keys held between the fingers like extra "knuckles" are also a good idea

[JJNJustin]

Yes they are in terrible areas, but you dont play in the "areas", you play inside the casino which is very safe and secure. I always park valet in either Greektown or MCC so I dont have to walk alone in the parking structue late at night. It is worth the $1 tip and the short wait. Just dont stop for gas anywhere or drive on side streets too much. There are exits right off of I-75 and Lodge right next to the casinos. MGM casino does not yet have a poker room.

-J

[Photoc]

I still don't understand how people can continue to live and move to this city. As bad as it is most everywhere, it just amazes me since there are a million other places to live which are safer, cleaner, and overall just better than Detroit.

[Bob Moss]

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I still don't understand how people can continue to live and move to this city. As bad as it is most everywhere, it just amazes me since there are a million other places to live which are safer, cleaner, and overall just better than Detroit.

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I agree with the sentiment, but I'm not sure anyone actually is moving to Detroit. It has in fact lost half its population since its peak in 1950.

[Michael Davis]

"$1 tip"

Yeah, I guess it is worth that...

-Michael

[boondockst]

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how people can continue to live and move to this city

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Many of those who claim "detroit" aren't actually living in the city limit per se. The rest of Michigan is a shithole as well?