[Pmaynard19]

Is anyone interested in starting a new pick contest? I was thinking of something like what Easy rider and Hart have got. Maybe 100 picks ftom Belmont and SA or Gulfstream??I'm new so I don't know a lot about setting up one nor do I have a lot of points to wager but I could do 50 or so. What do ya think?

[Easy-Rider 66]

Hey Pmaynard: Good idea as it's a good way to get some action without risking $$. I may be up for a contest come Saratoga and Del Mar this summer. Right now though taking a break from the steeds as I was cold as Ice. GL.

[Pmaynard19]

Hey Pmaynard: Good idea as it's a good way to get some action without risking $$. I may be up for a contest come Saratoga and Del Mar this summer. Right now though taking a break from the steeds as I was cold as Ice. GL.

Ok Thanks Easy Rider. I am learning a bunch everyday but don't wanna loose my shirt in the process lol. Looking to get better and have fun.

[mrginandtonic]

I would love to play too, but I don't have the time to play everyday or even once a week for that matter. If you guys are ok with putting in plays once in a while, I will be glad to join in the fun.

[Pmaynard19]

I would love to play too, but I don't have the time to play everyday or even once a week for that matter. If you guys are ok with putting in plays once in a while, I will be glad to join in the fun.

That's fine with me mrgin.

[harthebar]

well you and i arent pro so we cant transfer points, ill do it for fun.........mrginandtonic cant play all the time.....why dont we just play use any track this way you can play 7 days a week...........play 100 plays once you hit 100 your donr....could take two weeks or a month..something different what do you think..

[mrginandtonic]

well you and i arent pro so we cant transfer points, ill do it for fun.........mrginandtonic cant play all the time.....why dont we just play use any track this way you can play 7 days a week...........play 100 plays once you hit 100 your donr....could take two weeks or a month..something different what do you think..

That works for me if it's ok with you guys.

[Pmaynard19]

That works for me if it's ok with you guys.

Sounds great. I'm in too.

[harthebar]

Sounds great. I'm in too.

ok Pmaynard19 its your call set it up,,,why dont you start it on preakness day if thats good with you guys........good as any or tomorrow black eye susan it will be fun let Buckandadime know and jbex they might jump in with these laid back rules......all for fun

[Pmaynard19]

ok Pmaynard19 its your call set it up,,,why dont you start it on preakness day if thats good with you guys........good as any or tomorrow black eye susan it will be fun let Buckandadime know and jbex they might jump in with these laid back rules......all for fun

OK, Preakness day sounds good to me.

We'll do 100 Plays, any track. $2.00 picks. Win or Show. Picks must be in before first post of the track your playing. No changes unless Scratches, allow another play as long as its before first post. Does this sound good to you guys, let me know if I missed anything? Let me know and I'll start a new thread for the contest. Thanks.

[Pmaynard19]

Oh yeah, what do we wanna do with the picks? Once they're picked they're off the board or allow multiple???i

[JBEX]

some ideas...

*no monday or tuesday..
*only major circuits md,fla,cd,ny,mth,ca..
*5 plays day ..20 week max..to spread it out over time..
*can choose 75 or 100 plays going in..this way if you think you'll play less lower number an option..roi's for scoring
*2 win place format..48/27cap
* no repeat bets
*in before first post
* keep your own score so it's not a chore for one person to do them all..twice/week somebody consolidate it in one post

not offended if you don't like any or all..just putting them out there

[mrginandtonic]

some ideas...

*no monday or tuesday..
*only major circuits md,fla,cd,ny,mth,ca..
*5 plays day ..20 week max..to spread it out over time..
*can choose 75 or 100 plays going in..this way if you think you'll play less lower number an option..roi's for scoring
*2 win place format..48/27cap
* no repeat bets
*in before first post
* keep your own score so it's not a chore for one person to do them all..twice/week somebody consolidate it in one post

not offended if you don't like any or all..just putting them out there

Great suggestions. The only problem that I may have is that I don't play very often any more, so if only limits to 5 plays per day that may take me a long time before I can get to 100. I am ok with 20 max for a week. But if you guys want to limit to 5 max, I will go with it too.

Also, instead of posting picks before 1st post, I would like to request up till post time of that race.

And I agree with keeping own score, especially me, cuz my posts will be very erratic and difficult to keep track.

Hope every one is up to it, and starting on Preakness Day. This will be fun.

[Pmaynard19]

Great suggestions. The only problem that I may have is that I don't play very often any more, so if only limits to 5 plays per day that may take me a long time before I can get to 100. I am ok with 20 max for a week. But if you guys want to limit to 5 max, I will go with it too.

Also, instead of posting picks before 1st post, I would like to request up till post time of that race.

And I agree with keeping own score, especially me, cuz my posts will be very erratic and difficult to keep track.

Hope every one is up to it, and starting on Preakness Day. This will be fun.

Great! I think these are all good as well. We can do the exceptions though no problem.

20 post a week max
In before post of that race

Everything else works. I will start a new thread sometime today. Will be ready for tomorrow. Looking forward to it! GL to everyone.

[harthebar]

Sounds good

[JBEX]

hi guys...motivation flamed out for me so gonna pass..good luck

[Pmaynard19]

hi guys...motivation flamed out for me so gonna pass..good luck

Ok JBEX. No problem. Thanks for your help and suggestions. GL

[mrginandtonic]

hi guys...motivation flamed out for me so gonna pass..good luck

That' too bad since you post your picks regularly anyways.

[mrginandtonic]

Great! I think these are all good as well. We can do the exceptions though no problem.

20 post a week max
In before post of that race

Everything else works. I will start a new thread sometime today. Will be ready for tomorrow. Looking forward to it! GL to everyone.

So are we allowed to have more than 5 picks per day?

[JBEX]

That' too bad since you post your picks regularly anyways.

just feel what happens in a short stretch playing this game doesn't mean a lot as far as overall handicapping skills.. that's just me and not knocking you guys for doing it

[Pmaynard19]

So are we allowed to have more than 5 picks per day?

Sure. Fine with me. Just no more than 20 in one week. Does this seem fair?

[Pmaynard19]

just feel what happens in a short stretch playing this game doesn't mean a lot as far as overall handicapping skills.. that's just me and not knocking you guys for doing it

I understand completely. I'm just looking for ways to learn and keep it interesting without loosing my shirt. . I have a very large learning curve lol. But I am having fun and I truly appreciate everyone's help and advice..

[mrginandtonic]

just feel what happens in a short stretch playing this game doesn't mean a lot as far as overall handicapping skills.. that's just me and not knocking you guys for doing it

Ok, I understand. I'm just here having fun and see other people's picks and maybe we can hit big pick 4 or something.

[mrginandtonic]

Just curious, any of you guys playing the Black Eye Susan /The Preakness double??

[harthebar]

I understand completely. I'm just looking for ways to learn and keep it interesting without loosing my shirt. . I have a very large learning curve lol. But I am having fun and I truly appreciate everyone's help and advice..

i get it...........it can help with your skills i post anyway....so i just copy and paste to here...what are the guidelins ..100 picks no more than 20 a week.......when you hit 100 your done.. keep your own count only win and place

[harthebar]

Just curious, any of you guys playing the Black Eye Susan /The Preakness double??

yes i am

[Pmaynard19]

i get it...........it can help with your skills i post anyway....so i just copy and paste to here...what are the guidelins ..100 picks no more than 20 a week.......when you hit 100 your done.. keep your own count only win and place

Yep fine with me. I will get it set up on a new thread with all the guidelines.

[Pmaynard19]

Just curious, any of you guys playing the Black Eye Susan /The Preakness double??

I was thinking about it too.

[mrginandtonic]

What do you guys like for the double?

For the Black Eyed, I'm leaning towards 6, 7, 10
For the Preakness, I like 4, 3, 1.

[Pmaynard19]

What do you guys like for the double?

For the Black Eyed, I'm leaning towards 6, 7, 10
For the Preakness, I like 4, 3, 1.

I like the 5 for the BES and I like The 5 or the 9 for the Preakness

[Buckandadime]

Is your contest open to all and if so, can I join and be the loser of the group?

[Pmaynard19]

Is your contest open to all and if so, can I join and be the loser of the group?

Absolutely! Love to have you. I'm going to post a new thread with all the details by then end of today. Hope to start it off tomorrow in time for the Preakness. GL

[harthebar]

What do you guys like for the double?

For the Black Eyed, I'm leaning towards 6, 7, 10
For the Preakness, I like 4, 3, 1.

Full House taking a shot here

[mrginandtonic]

I like the 5 for the BES and I like The 5 or the 9 for the Preakness

Thanks for the 5, Pmaynard, hit the trifecta and alive on that double.