1. #1
    TheGambler
    TheGambler's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-16-06
    Posts: 972
    Betpoints: 121

    BetIslands Free 1/2 Point

    I received a call from BetIslands stating that they will have the free 1/2 point again this year. However, all wagers have to be made Tue-Friday. I'm sure there is good reason for it but I'm the type who really doesn't place a wager until closer to game time due to injuries, suspensions, etc.. I really wish they would reconsider this option but I'm guessing they won't.

  2. #2
    LostBankroll
    who is the bitch in my avy???
    LostBankroll's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 02-10-10
    Posts: 4,538

    No they will not you either ***** with it or walk.

  3. #3
    Nick Papageorgio
    Nick Papageorgio's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 01-07-12
    Posts: 2,396
    Betpoints: 24

    Will they have the 100% promo again as well?

  4. #4
    big joe 1212
    big joe 1212's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 06-01-08
    Posts: 19,376
    Betpoints: 5365

    good for college games during the week

  5. #5
    Strider
    Strider's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 06-02-12
    Posts: 108
    Betpoints: 327

    fyi, this does not apply to 6.5, 7, 7.5 and 2.5, 3, 3.5 spreads -this is how it was last year, I assume the same this season.

  6. #6
    Awesome-O
    Awesome-O's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-10-12
    Posts: 89

    well then what's the point?

  7. #7
    rm18
    Update your status
    rm18's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 09-20-05
    Posts: 22,291
    Betpoints: 207814

    Quote Originally Posted by Awesome-O View Post
    well then what's the point?
    It is sick value in hoops(a line already a half point off then you take another one free), 14 is a great number to get a half point off of that they give you in football

  8. #8
    Cuse0323
    Cuse0323's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 12-09-09
    Posts: 30,169
    Betpoints: 87

    Nomination(s):
    This post was nominated 2 times . To view the nominated thread please click here. People who nominated: LostBankroll, and 5mike5

  9. #9
    edawg
    edawg's Avatar SBR PRO
    Join Date: 07-09-11
    Posts: 2,818
    Betpoints: 5030

    Do you know if they have 107 juice this year?

  10. #10
    TryingMyBest
    TryingMyBest's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 03-07-10
    Posts: 609
    Betpoints: 954

    Quote Originally Posted by edawg View Post
    Do you know if they have 107 juice this year?
    Nope.

    Amazing that people will actually bitch about not getting a free hook right before kickoff. Are you bitching that all your other books don't have a free hook at all? I didn't think so

  11. #11
    TheGambler
    TheGambler's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-16-06
    Posts: 972
    Betpoints: 121

    They said it was on on and off of 3. You will be allowed to buy off of the 7 this year

  12. #12
    taxer
    taxer's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 05-31-11
    Posts: 630
    Betpoints: 501

    One of the best promos out there from a solid book

  13. #13
    edawg
    edawg's Avatar SBR PRO
    Join Date: 07-09-11
    Posts: 2,818
    Betpoints: 5030

    Agree tax class book can't decide between BI or Heritage this year for football

  14. #14
    gwills
    gwills's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 10-22-11
    Posts: 948
    Betpoints: 772

    Quote Originally Posted by TheGambler View Post
    They said it was on on and off of 3. You will be allowed to buy off of the 7 this year
    Are you sure about this? Nice....if so.

  15. #15
    dark star
    dark star's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 01-04-09
    Posts: 3,899
    Betpoints: 5551

    BI a good place to play

  16. #16
    TryingMyBest
    TryingMyBest's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 03-07-10
    Posts: 609
    Betpoints: 954

    Quote Originally Posted by gwills View Post
    Are you sure about this? Nice....if so.
    Contacted them and asked about it. Even transferred to someone who "knew more about it". Yes, on and off 7 is fine

  17. #17
    Awesome-O
    Awesome-O's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-10-12
    Posts: 89

    oh well then maybe I will put some dough there...

  18. #18
    Strider
    Strider's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 06-02-12
    Posts: 108
    Betpoints: 327

    Quote Originally Posted by TryingMyBest View Post
    Contacted them and asked about it. Even transferred to someone who "knew more about it". Yes, on and off 7 is fine
    Quote Originally Posted by Awesome-O View Post
    oh well then maybe I will put some dough there...
    I would get it in writing because I am almost positive they will not do free 1/2 point on +-7 AND +-3. I remember last year lots of games at @+6.5 and I wanted to make it +7 and other games at -3.5 and I wanted to make it -3 and the system did not allow it. It blocked out the free 1/2 point on spreads of (2.5 to 3.5) and (6.5 to 7.5). And if this is the case again this year, I recommend denying the free 1/2 point so that you can use the regular/standard system and BUY the 1/2 point when needed.

    If what you say is true, then that is awesome and please disregard what I have typed above. I just want to save you the headache if it is the same as last year when you try to get that -7 down to -6.5 for and it doesnt work.
    Last edited by Strider; 08-15-12 at 01:12 PM.

  19. #19
    mathdotcom
    mathdotcom's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 03-24-08
    Posts: 11,689
    Betpoints: 1943

    Another scared pussy sportsbook

  20. #20
    Nick Papageorgio
    Nick Papageorgio's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 01-07-12
    Posts: 2,396
    Betpoints: 24

    Word i just got, 50% FP x8 or 30% cash x5, free half points on any number.

  21. #21
    mathdotcom
    mathdotcom's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 03-24-08
    Posts: 11,689
    Betpoints: 1943

    Quote Originally Posted by Nick Papageorgio View Post
    Word i just got, 50% FP x8 or 30% cash x5, free half points on any number.


    PS. You can buy off 2.5 and 3.5 ... just down to 2 and up to 4

  22. #22
    Nick Papageorgio
    Nick Papageorgio's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 01-07-12
    Posts: 2,396
    Betpoints: 24

    just got off the chat awhile ago they said you can get it on any number. They could be misinformed not sure chat took very long to get answers.

  23. #23
    patswin
    patswin's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 09-05-06
    Posts: 1,794
    Betpoints: 10189

    Quote Originally Posted by mathdotcom View Post
    Another scared pussy sportsbook

    its not a scared move imo, its a smart one. if they gave everyone a free .5 on all spreads they would get crushed and probably go broke so long term its better to have limits. You can do some damage with free .5 pts if you line shop and have many outs

  24. #24
    TryingMyBest
    TryingMyBest's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 03-07-10
    Posts: 609
    Betpoints: 954

    Quote Originally Posted by Strider View Post
    I would get it in writing because I am almost positive they will not do free 1/2 point on +-7 AND +-3. I remember last year lots of games at @+6.5 and I wanted to make it +7 and other games at -3.5 and I wanted to make it -3 and the system did not allow it. It blocked out the free 1/2 point on spreads of (2.5 to 3.5) and (6.5 to 7.5). And if this is the case again this year, I recommend denying the free 1/2 point so that you can use the regular/standard system and BUY the 1/2 point when needed.

    If what you say is true, then that is awesome and please disregard what I have typed above. I just want to save you the headache if it is the same as last year when you try to get that -7 down to -6.5 for and it doesnt work.
    You are correct. 7 ONLY

  25. #25
    ApricotSinner32
    ApricotSinner32's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 11-28-10
    Posts: 10,648
    Betpoints: 26

    You jerkoffs love these free half point promos. Here's the question you need to ask yourself. How often does the free point come in to play? It's not even a promo. If you don't have a clue you will lose free half point or not.

  26. #26
    trytrytry
    All I do is trytrytry
    trytrytry's Avatar SBR PRO
    Join Date: 03-13-06
    Posts: 23,503
    Betpoints: 273617

    Quote Originally Posted by ApricotSinner32 View Post
    You jerkoffs love these free half point promos. Here's the question you need to ask yourself. How often does the free point come in to play? It's not even a promo. If you don't have a clue you will lose free half point or not.
    its free money.. but Ill let you figure your how...

  27. #27
    Strider
    Strider's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 06-02-12
    Posts: 108
    Betpoints: 327

    Quote Originally Posted by ApricotSinner32 View Post
    You jerkoffs love these free half point promos. Here's the question you need to ask yourself. How often does the free point come in to play? It's not even a promo. If you don't have a clue you will lose free half point or not.
    bro. a free half point is the same as buying a a half-point, but the kicker is, its free. radical right?

    if Oregon is -14.5 at -110 and I want it at -14, it would usually cost me -130 to buy it at -14 but in the case of a free half point, it cost nothing. sweet right?

    If you think half points don't come into play, you do not wager american football. Keep jerkin bro.

  28. #28
    HedgeHog
    HedgeHog's Avatar SBR PRO
    Join Date: 09-11-07
    Posts: 10,118
    Betpoints: 17021

    Free 1/2 pt> reduced juice.

  29. #29
    TheGambler
    TheGambler's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-16-06
    Posts: 972
    Betpoints: 121

    As mentioned earlier, I double checked and the only number not allowed is 3. Also, it is only Tues - Friday as they want to reduce the number of calls on Sat/Sun. Not sure about you guys but I don't ever bet until the day of becuz of suspensions, sickness, etc..

  30. #30
    hankcream
    hankcream's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 06-30-10
    Posts: 2,048
    Betpoints: 5458

    Quote Originally Posted by mathdotcom View Post
    Another scared pussy sportsbook

    What happened, they didn't give you the 100% free-play on your $50 deposit?

  31. #31
    JJJ
    JJJ's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 05-03-11
    Posts: 2,610
    Betpoints: 704

    Quote Originally Posted by TheGambler View Post
    As mentioned earlier, I double checked and the only number not allowed is 3. Also, it is only Tues - Friday as they want to reduce the number of calls on Sat/Sun. Not sure about you guys but I don't ever bet until the day of becuz of suspensions, sickness, etc..
    Yes there are alot of hidden rules at this book yes it is a good book the best is the 20 percent monthly rebate...But there are a few rules which are kinda hidden and they dont offer overnight lines which is already discussed....First on the payouts the limit you can request withdrawl via ** is 1k limit max....Also if you request a check payout all checks are processed on Mondays and must be requested by the Friday before...So lets say for football you have a good run and wanna check processed because once again ** limit is 1k on Monday your check will not be processed till the following Monday and than will take 3 to 4 days from than so really a week and a half for a check.

  32. #32
    Nick Papageorgio
    Nick Papageorgio's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 01-07-12
    Posts: 2,396
    Betpoints: 24

    Quote Originally Posted by ApricotSinner32 View Post
    You jerkoffs love these free half point promos. Here's the question you need to ask yourself. How often does the free point come in to play? It's not even a promo. If you don't have a clue you will lose free half point or not.
    You jerk off for men for free plays. So you are in the right thread pal. Offering a free point on any # for young dirty men.
    Last edited by Nick Papageorgio; 08-15-12 at 10:18 PM.

  33. #33
    gwills
    gwills's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 10-22-11
    Posts: 948
    Betpoints: 772

    Quote Originally Posted by HedgeHog View Post
    Free 1/2 pt> reduced juice.
    This exactly

  34. #34
    gwills
    gwills's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 10-22-11
    Posts: 948
    Betpoints: 772

    On an unrelated note, it would be sweet if BI offered the LLWS.

    Does anybody know of a book that does?

  35. #35
    jjgold
    jjgold's Avatar Become A Pro!
    Join Date: 07-20-05
    Posts: 388,190
    Betpoints: 10

    Quote Originally Posted by mathdotcom View Post
    Another scared pussy sportsbook


    Mathy you clubbed them and they wanted no part of you

    Its a good book for small players, not a sharp or wise guy book

12 Last
Top