Is 5K enough of a B/R?

[welzer777]

I was looking for some bankroll advice. I will spare every one the details of my playing abilities, however, after playing for about three years I think I am ready to take a "shot" at a 1/3 NL game with a max buy in of $300.

Assuming I am an "average" player do you think $5,000 is a large enough bankroll to test my abilities. I have read several places that risking only 5% of your bankroll on any given session should allow for a player to play "freely" or to not be playing on scared money. Is this accurate? If you do not think so what would you consider an apporiate bankroll for this game?

Yes, I have tested my abilities at lower limits both on-line and in casinos. This limit is, in my humble opinion, not beyond by ability. The main thing I am concerned about is the dreaded "cold deck" and I was wondering if 5K, at this limit, is enough to give my ability a "fair shot?"

[CardSharpCook]

500BB is a good rule.