Newbie Thread Alert!

Collapse
X
 
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
  • bulev
    SBR Rookie
    • 08-12-12
    • 1

    #1
    Newbie Thread Alert!
    I tried to run a search so forgive me if this has been asked many times, but what are some of the best resources for an intelligent newb to go from zero to hero? I'm really intrigued with the idea of playing the horses seriously and I have no idea where to begin. I've looked at all the tomes on amazon and Davidowitz seems to be universally praised but I have no idea. Any suggestions?
  • Easy-Rider 66
    BARRELED IN @ SBR!
    • 02-14-12
    • 36103

    #2
    Most likely you are going to lose playing the horses. Unless you have big money on a horse like Mine That Bird(He was 50/1 in 2009 Derby) you are probably not going to realize a profit. So play for entertainment purposes only. Learn how to read past performances form DRF/Equibase and start there. The Thorograph sheets are also a great resource, but very expensive to use. However, if you sign up the site provides free resources like the race of the week analysis. GL.
    Comment
    • TonyP
      SBR Hall of Famer
      • 09-20-09
      • 8478

      #3
      Learn to read the forms, Bris, DRF, etc, Latch on to a successful player that has been successful for years and start learning, develope a money management system/wagering strategy and stick with it, does not matter how many winners you pick or races you get right, the only that matters is your bankroll.
      Comment
      • str
        SBR Posting Legend
        • 01-12-09
        • 11761

        #4
        Originally posted by TonyP
        Learn to read the forms, Bris, DRF, etc, Latch on to a successful player that has been successful for years and start learning, develope a money management system/wagering strategy and stick with it, does not matter how many winners you pick or races you get right, the only that matters is your bankroll.
        That is pretty darn solid advise IMO.
        Comment
        • TonyP
          SBR Hall of Famer
          • 09-20-09
          • 8478

          #5
          There is also the psychological part of the game as well. You need to be very disciplined,stay focused, and keep the right frame of mind,
          Comment
          • TonyP
            SBR Hall of Famer
            • 09-20-09
            • 8478

            #6
            in other words do not wager a pk6 carryover just because there is a carryover, or bet a daily double just because the track offers one or any other wager just because they have one available to wager on.
            Comment
            • mikemca
              SBR Posting Legend
              • 03-10-10
              • 10047

              #7
              Originally posted by TonyP
              in other words do not wager a pk6 carryover just because there is a carryover, or bet a daily double just because the track offers one or any other wager just because they have one available to wager on.

              Kind of disagree here, think anyone who plays horses should take a stab at the Del Mar Pick 5 carryover Wednesday even if its only for $10.Probably the most bang for your buck you will get all year with the carryover + new money added .I think I've made 3 or 4 bets there all meet but I'll definitely be making a few tickets.
              Comment
              • TonyP
                SBR Hall of Famer
                • 09-20-09
                • 8478

                #8
                Originally posted by mikemca
                Kind of disagree here, think anyone who plays horses should take a stab at the Del Mar Pick 5 carryover Wednesday even if its only for $10.Probably the most bang for your buck you will get all year with the carryover + new money added .I think I've made 3 or 4 bets there all meet but I'll definitely be making a few tickets.

                there are exceptions to the rule and this is one of them as its only a .50 base wager.
                Comment
                • Dad
                  SBR Posting Legend
                  • 11-26-08
                  • 23245

                  #9
                  Is there anywhere on the internet where we can see past results for the horses?
                  Comment
                  • TonyP
                    SBR Hall of Famer
                    • 09-20-09
                    • 8478

                    #10
                    Originally posted by Dad
                    Is there anywhere on the internet where we can see past results for the horses?

                    equibase.com has result charts for last 20 yrs
                    Comment
                    • DDT
                      SBR MVP
                      • 03-22-09
                      • 3757

                      #11
                      Originally posted by Dad
                      Is there anywhere on the internet where we can see past results for the horses?
                      Ask Ed Selections....I'm sure he had a thread about the race you are looking for
                      Comment
                      • TonyP
                        SBR Hall of Famer
                        • 09-20-09
                        • 8478

                        #12
                        past results or past performances? I have the pp's
                        Comment
                        • Dad
                          SBR Posting Legend
                          • 11-26-08
                          • 23245

                          #13
                          Originally posted by TonyP
                          past results or past performances? I have the pp's
                          Past performances... How the horses did in their past races.
                          Comment
                          • Dad
                            SBR Posting Legend
                            • 11-26-08
                            • 23245

                            #14
                            Originally posted by TonyP
                            equibase.com has result charts for last 20 yrs
                            Great site. Thank you Tony.
                            Comment
                            SBR Contests
                            Collapse
                            Top-Rated US Sportsbooks
                            Collapse
                            Working...