Playing stud religiously...

[Sir Pwn A Donk]

I've played a lot of stud before (mainly .5/1 and now 1/2). I find that these levels are full of donkeys and just overall bad. I've gone on swings where I win 200 and lose 200 in a matter of an hour. It basically matters when variance decides to kick me in the bum. Do any of you play stud exclusively? I enjoy stud, but not the swings. The bonuses (FPP) are nice, and if I can avoid getting screwed over too often, I feel I can make a good profit. What advice would you offer to someone looking to profit at stud on how to play in a general sense?