Absolute beginner. Starting today

**lyko** · 02-01-12, 03:00 AM

Anyone?
What about BetFair, is that something to consider?

**shari91** · 02-01-12, 08:41 AM

Hi lyko - There are a lot of resources available to learn the basics of sportsbetting but your first step should probably be to figure out what sport you'd like to focus on to start. Once you do, google "basics of sportsbetting" and several articles will pop up explaining what the odds and different betting options available mean.

As for choosing a sportsbook, the books listed at the top of the page under "SBR's Top Rated Sportsbooks" or "Posters Sportsbook Poll" are all great places to bet with. Betfair is great also.

**Onetime75** · 02-01-12, 09:14 PM

Hey Lyko- Stick with the sport you have the most interest in to start things off. Putting in the time and research for your picks will make it more enjoyable for you and more likely you'll be successful. Your already well on your way with this site as it has a ton of information and very knowledgeable members. Do some research as far as money management and I would suggest dropping your initial betting unit down to around 25% of what would be your standard unit to allow for a few mistakes along the way without hitting your bankroll too hard. Put in the work and remember this is a grind. Best of luck to you and welcome to the forum.

Also, sportbooks options will largely depend on your location...well if your in the US anyway.

**lyko** · 02-02-12, 02:15 AM

Thanks for the replies. I guess I will go for horse betting at Betfair. What about betting on Nascar? It looks like most sports books don't support Nascar or Racing bets at all, except of horse racing of course.

**lyko** · 02-02-12, 02:21 AM

Thanks for the replies. I guess I will go for horse betting at Betfair. What about betting on Nascar? It looks like most sports books don't support Nascar or Racing bets at all, except of horse racing of course.

Sorry, double post.

**gatorwager** · 02-03-12, 09:00 AM

I really like using betonline.com as my sportsbook, they have a nice layout, are reliable and offer NASCAR betting.

**lyko** · 02-03-12, 06:44 PM

OK I'll probably stick with horse racing and do a bit of NASCAR and tennis betting. I will choose one of the top five sites on this site.Or should I go with Betfair?

Last thing I'm wondering is which betting software to use?

**chopperocker** · 02-03-12, 08:57 PM

Originally posted by lyko

OK I'll probably stick with horse racing and do a bit of NASCAR and tennis betting. I will choose one of the top five sites on this site.Or should I go with Betfair?

Last thing I'm wondering is which betting software to use?

your own. make permanent records of the results from events that you can look over and try to understand how things pattern out. also note any unique situations/circumstances of each event. also use very careful money management. create a bankroll and budget your money. the board is there everyday so no need to rush. dont get involved with touts. they will bleed you dry.

**pootie** · 02-04-12, 12:26 PM

if you dont know to much about sportbetting dont start

**lyko** · 02-04-12, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by pootie

if you dont know to much about sportbetting dont start

If that would be the truth, there would be no sports betting at all

I'm asking about software because I'm more the investor type than gambler. Like having my software open and betting just by using the market flow or in the sports betting case, the backer odds and lay odds.

Any tipps for such software?

And why isn't Betfair listed in any review or poll lists? Does Betfair differ from other Sportsbooks like 5dimes and co.?

**shari91** · 02-06-12, 06:42 AM

Originally posted by lyko

If that would be the truth, there would be no sports betting at all

I'm asking about software because I'm more the investor type than gambler. Like having my software open and betting just by using the market flow or in the sports betting case, the backer odds and lay odds.

Any tipps for such software?

And why isn't Betfair listed in any review or poll lists? Does Betfair differ from other Sportsbooks like 5dimes and co.?

Betfair is an exchange as opposed to a traditional sportsbook like 5Dimes, Pinnacle, etc. On Betfair you're not placing your bets with the book, you're placing them against fellow players. They're also not open to Americans and some aren't comfortable with the concept of laying and backing so those people prefer to bet with standard sportsbooks.

**alviskleen** · 02-08-12, 02:29 AM

it is amazing to see how many people want to start anew in sports betting.
I too am new here and I think a lot of replies posted in response to your post were very helpful

**allstarsteven123** · 02-08-12, 01:50 PM

try reading some of the other forums here on sbr to learn more about sports betting

**nflguru1** · 02-22-12, 11:09 PM

Attention to detail and money management

**Waterstpub87** · 02-23-12, 12:43 AM

Don't bet parleys or teasers.

**msu5611** · 03-14-12, 10:47 PM

Originally posted by allstarsteven123

try reading some of the other forums here on sbr to learn more about sports betting

good call!

**Ellivennecq** · 03-15-12, 02:01 PM

1 large bet to win life-changing money is the key here.

**jpitts36** · 04-02-12, 01:09 AM

fade lang

just start betting against brandon lang, look

4 the play under service plays in this forum

**CrazyCarl** · 04-02-12, 01:33 AM

good luck.

**ccweir** · 04-03-12, 10:10 AM

Betting Software?

Originally posted by lyko

OK I'll probably stick with horse racing and do a bit of NASCAR and tennis betting. I will choose one of the top five sites on this site.Or should I go with Betfair?

Last thing I'm wondering is which betting software to use?

I'm wondering the same thing, too, as I am new to all of this, as well. Not necessarily which is best, but what is it in the first place?

I'm leaning more towards betting on the big 4 in the sports world; NFL, MLB, NBA & NHL. With the baseball season nearly upon us, I thought it would be a good place to start, but there's just so many factors involved. What we be a good way for a complete newbie to get started?

**floridagolfer** · 04-03-12, 10:19 AM

Before you get started, learn the cardinal rule and NEVER break it: Don't risk money you can't afford to lose.

**Stallion** · 04-03-12, 10:31 AM

Since you live in Canada Pinnacle is the best sportsbook, and you can use it

Bet 1%-5% per bet, mostly bet 1%. Money Management is key.

**Nova99** · 04-03-12, 09:10 PM

Originally posted by ccweir

I'm leaning more towards betting on the big 4 in the sports world; NFL, MLB, NBA & NHL. With the baseball season nearly upon us, I thought it would be a good place to start, but there's just so many factors involved. What we be a good way for a complete newbie to get started?

Be very careful with the big 4 because there are a lot of ways to lose your money. Best way to start I think is to just monitor more experienced bettors for a bit, see what they pick, what they avoid. For the NBA visit the forum and check out what most players play and avoid, also its amazin how much information is in the forums so use that to your advantage.

**TomJSports** · 04-03-12, 10:41 PM

Originally posted by Stallion

Since you live in Canada Pinnacle is the best sportsbook, and you can use it

Bet 1%-5% per bet, mostly bet 1%. Money Management is key.

This 100%. If you're in Canada, no reason to not use Pinny. And as he said, 5% should be rare, say your play of the month. Also, bet365 is a fantastic site with tonnes of live betting.

**ccweir** · 04-05-12, 09:11 AM

Thanks Nova99 (tried to reply with quote, but it didn't work).

**ccweir** · 04-05-12, 10:19 AM

[QUOTE=lyko;13587991]If that would be the truth, there would be no sports betting at all

I'm asking about software because I'm more the investor type than gambler. Like having my software open and betting just by using the market flow or in the sports betting case, the backer odds and lay odds.

Any tipps for such software?

I also have this question because I am looking to be more of an investor than gambler, as well, and I haven't seen many recommendations as far as software is concerned. (Reply with quote still not working.)

**ccweir** · 04-05-12, 10:22 AM

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Any tipps for such software? 
 
I also have this question because I am looking to be more of an investor than gambler, as well, but I'm not seeing many recommendations here that address the software issue (Reply with quote still not working).

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