I m not trying to start an argument. I m just saying that I ve always used neteller and never had issues getting large payouts. Also they ve never limited me so i mean its a start overall. I can t complain considering how many other books that are out there do scam people.
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great info, i never knew they were such a lifeline of the industryOriginally posted by SBR_JohnComment -
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Please preface with "For U.S Players"Originally posted by jjgoldComment -
Like the early lines but hate that they call your house asking for depositsComment -
Very few books in the industry allow you to place 10K on a CFB bet.
Whether you take advantage of that is another question.Comment -
It is a very safe book but too much red tape to get paid and stuff, it is a very big book now which also hurts your chances of getting paid swiftly. The smaller solid type book these days you are better off as they fall under the radar and can process payments quicker.Comment -
Pinny is the book i'd pick for that...simply because i would have more cash with the lower juice.Originally posted by SBR_John
Accurate statement otherwise, but Pinny > Bookmaker. With everything, even safety as they are not in Costa Rica.Comment -
That is my biggest complaint with this shop. Them and the Greek. I don't know why these two shops do not use .10 baseball lines. If it works for Pinnacle and Grande, why not these guys?Originally posted by robmpinkComment -
I agree. Bookmaker is not a Top 5 book.
Matchbook & Greek are best. Betjamaica & 5Dimes are good for beginning as well.
For EU punters, Pinnacle & Betfair are must..Comment -
I would not argue with that. Pinny was THE book before they pulled out. They were the offshore Central Bank and certainly got most of my business. Pinny raised the standards and just did a lot for the players. After Pinny pulled out a large amount of business shifted to Bookmaker as big players and some smaller ones sought safety over other priorities.Originally posted by BubbleBobbleComment -
Without Bookmaker the whole industry would be more risky.
Let's say Wsex for example really fails, would Bookmaker allow that players are stuck or even loose their money? I doubt it, they would prolly jump in for the rescue as usual, and that alone earns them a top 5 place.Comment -
Originally posted by BurtRapp
I'd be curious who the other 10 books are you'd feel as safe with? I'm talking a decent sized balance, if you got a few hundred I agree there is no major difference. BKR is usually first out with the lines, you can get down early, you can make large bets, you can feel safe your money will be there AND they let you win forever before escorting you out. They don't whine, they don't boot you the first hot streak you hit or you happen to tumble upon the right side of a few moves. I agree the 20 cent lines suck, oldtime bookies didn't want to deal bases in the first place, they don't care if you play there or not. I don't use them much that time of year although for postseason they deal dime lines, at least they used to. For any serious player they are a must out, no other way to say it.Comment -
Originally posted by jjgold
My exact point. Couldn't of said it better. There are maybe 6 guys on these boards betting enough to be at Bookmaker. Bookmaker means nothing unless you are betting 10K a game. If I go on the run of my life believe me I am at the right books.Comment -
i never had any problem with bookmaker.my moneygram payout is alwasys there to pick up 2 days after requested.Comment -
I sleep well when CRIS/Bookmaker are holding my $$$ , thats good enough for me but isnt the ONLY reason I play into themComment -
pokerpro moneygram's at 90% of shops are within 6 hours. You pay a premium for that payout type so that you have cash in hand quick.
I hate that I sound like such a hater in this thread but I just feel like Bookmaker makes no sense for a guy betting 50-1000.00 a game. Safety canot be a factor because I promise you 15K is safe at 10 better shops.Comment -
It's simple. If you are a larger player Bookmaker is a top 5 book. If you are a smaller player it's not. This has been discussed in the past.
It's a top 5 book for me. They take larger bets that most books won't and have always paid me when I win. No matter the amount. Oh and after a large payout I don't my limits cut like other places.Comment -
lol, 5 dimes and bet phoenix are the two books i use.. and they are great!! i have had no problems with them so far, except when bet phoenix was down for a weekOriginally posted by BEANTOWNJIMThere isnt a top 10 sportsbook basically theres a top 2 sportsbook 5 dimes and bet phoenix they are the only trustworthy sportsbooks that offer reduced juice and one free payout fed ex per month.
Anybody who is getting gouged on juice playing at bet jamaica and bookmaker thats your choice but i will only play at reduced shops that offer a free payout
but other than that very trustworthy imo, love their fedex payouts too lol
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played there ---- not impressed --- i did get charged $200 for a transfer to matchbook --- 'A' book -- i don't think soComment -
they have a great deal of room for improvement...Comment -
This thread is hilarious.
No wonder none of you make money gambling.Comment -
burtrapp, I disagree with you gangsta. Tomato, what are you talking about?blog '09-'10: 37-16: +$31,900
mlb 2010; 16-12: +$4,540
gellyhoops 2010: 10-6 +$3,150
overall: 63-34 +$40,290Comment -
They have some of the worst lines in the industry. It's an easy book for US players who don't know any better to use, but it's really a lazy book when you come right down to it. They could be higher up, but choose to just take what they get without doing much IMO.Comment -
Cube it's cool. I want people to play wherever they want. I don't get paid to not like this book but I agree with EaglesPhan.Comment -
Why should they bail out WSEX ?Originally posted by BubbleBobbleComment -
WSEX is imploding quietlyComment -
When I looked at ratings on SBR I want to know two things: 1) Is my money safe (i.e. they aren't going to gone tommorrow, consistent record of timely payouts, etc) and 2) are they going to try and screw me if I win... All the other stuff (reduced juice, payout fees, lines) you can figure out on my own before depositing or is subjective based on the player, and shouldn't go into the rating system... I personally rarely use BetCris but it isn't because they aren't a safe place to play and their A+ is well deserved...Comment -
Bookmaker is a must have if you bet college basketballl totals. You can easily get a line early before it moves 10+ points only at BM>....Comment -
Brian if that is true than that is a reason to play there. First legit one I have heard. Do they have overnight totals on college hoops?Comment -
HEY TOMATOE SH iT-HEAD...HOW DO YOU KNOW WHAT PEOPLE MAKE JACK-HOLE...Comment -
lolOriginally posted by SpanksComment -
Requested a $2,500 check from BOOKMAKER Sunday night and got paid Wednesday afternoon. Can't complain about that. I did have an issue regarding their policy of not being able to process payouts between $3,000 and $5,000 at one time. Bank wires were processed for $5,000 minimum and checks were maxed out at $3,000. They actually changed the rule and now allow $3,000 bank wires, due to my complaint. Which shocked me. Other then that issue, I never waited for more then a week for a payout. They're real good. They accept CC deposits, which is key. And they pay in a timely fashion. However thegreek has interesting payout methods and are more flexible regarding check maximum amounts, etc. I think thegreek & bookmaker (CRIS) are the best. I miss the days of *******, but players are still getting paid in a timely fashion at the few top books. I've been doing this for 3 years now so take it for what it's worth. I would stay away from Bodog. They went bad once and can go bad again. Sportsbook.com is not even a book, just a bunch of thieves. Bottom lineComment -
Originally posted by BurtRapp
I would have to agree with you..
Although, maybe one of the reason why they are on that list is that there are limited number of cases wherein they are involved..
I haven't heard any kind of serious complaints about them..
But then again, I am not sure..
"Sometimes I remember it one way. Sometimes another. If I'm going to have a past, I prefer it to be multiple choice!"Comment -
Bookmaker is so overrated ! 5dimes way better!Comment
