Cover fees suck. But you can't let a few bucks and a bouncer get in your way of all the alcohol and hotties in the bar. Sure you've tried going in the back door or just running past the bouncer hoping to get lost in the crowd, but so has everyone else. So try using one of these methods and find which one works for you.

1. Traveller's Checks: One of my friends does this every time we go out and it works like a charm. For those of you who like me, had never heard of a traveller's check before, they are something that people used to use before credit cards were invented and are still around for some reason. What will usually happen when you try this, will go something like:

you: I don't have any cash, only traveller's checks, for shizz.
guy collecting money: (Not, knowing what the hell you're talking about) o ok

And bam! you're in. To really sell it, pull a traveller's check out of your wallet and wave it infront of him like a hypnotist.

2. The Big Spender: Most guys working the doors of bars have more 1s than a really, really, horny, old guy at a strip club. You can take advantage of this by wipping out a $100 and claiming that to be your only form of currency. He will be embarrased that he can't count out the 95ish 1s to break the bill and so will just tell you to go in cause you are a baller with a hundred.

3. Markers: This one is my favorite, but requires an investment if you are going to do it right. If you are going underage this is simple, if not, you are going to need an artistic friend to draw you a wristband. Go to the store and buy a rainbow pack of sharpies. No, one black sharpie will not cut it! They are going to run you like 10 bucks but it is well worth it. Next time you go out take them with you and look at people's hands as they leave the bar. Make note of the color, and if they have Xs or NOs or some other variation, as well as the handwriting. You never know if the bouncer is a trained calligraphist. After you've done your research, mimick the marking onto your hands and walk up to the door like you own the place. Smile casually at the doorman and show him your hands and say you were just in there, but you had to have a cigarette or something of the sort.

Do you have any other ways to get in for free?