Hop Bet
A hop bet is a one-roll wager on an exact two-dice combination, such as 5-2 or 4-4. Easy hops (two ways to make the number) pay 15:1, hard hops (a pair) pay 30:1. It is the craps version of a single-number long shot, and the edge sits around 11.11%. Fun to call, costly to repeat.
About 11.11% edge, a precise one-roll long shot.
Try the Hop Bet in the free game
How to place it
Toss chips to the center and call the exact combination, such as 'hop the 5-2.' The stickman books it for the next roll only.
Also called: hop, hopping.
Frequently asked questions
What is an easy hop versus a hard hop?
An easy hop is a combination that can be made two ways, like 5-2 or 2-5, and pays 15:1. A hard hop is a pair like 4-4 that can only be made one way, and pays 30:1.
How do I make a hop bet?
Call the exact dice combination to the stickman, for example 'hop the 3-4.' It is a one-roll bet, so it wins or loses on the very next throw.
Are hop bets on the table felt?
Usually not. Hop bets are called verbally rather than placed in a printed box, which is why many players never learn they exist.