$50 to $2,000 in 45 days for Xmas money :)

**B1GER1C828** · 11-08-10, 01:27 PM

95th time some1 has tried this..has anyone ever succeeded in it?

i do wish you the best of luck though

atleast this one is for a good cause i guess.

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-08-10, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by JAMIN67

Hey all,

I've been a pretty successful handicapper (for myself, friends and friends of friends) for a few years, but one thing I've never done was take a limited bankroll and increase it exponentially over a set period of time. Well, that's about to change.

If you were a successful handicapper you wouldn't be starting with $50 to have to win christmas money

**SCRAGGS** · 11-08-10, 01:29 PM

gl bro, not sure how you stumbled onto here and make that you first
post, You being a very successfull handicapper and all.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 01:32 PM

That didn't take long for the first smart-assed comment to appear LOL. I didn't say I didn't have ANY money to buy Xmas presents, jackass...I said I wanted to do this as a project to see if it could be done...and IF it worked, then I could have EXTRA cash for Xmas. Got it?

**philswin** · 11-08-10, 01:32 PM

My guess is you get about 75% right?

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 01:34 PM

OK, enough with the nitwit comments; although I love the playful banter...keeps me entertained. And thanks to all of you who wish good luck. I know this has been tried...although I just registered I do follow all the forums...I personally have never tried it though. Should make for some fun.

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-08-10, 01:37 PM

Originally posted by JAMIN67

For those of you who wish to tail or fade, applaud or boo, praise or criticize...I look forward to your comments.

Originally posted by JAMIN67

OK, enough with the nitwit comments; although I love the playful banter...keeps me entertained. And thanks to all of you who wish good luck. I know this has been tried...although I just registered I do follow all the forums...I personally have never tried it though. Should make for some fun.

well, that didn't take long

**sideloaded** · 11-08-10, 01:40 PM

How is it hanging straightwinners?

**hockeyman30304** · 11-08-10, 01:58 PM

well good luck with this one...take Cinci tonight

**ouman101** · 11-08-10, 02:04 PM

Just an FYI, this place is tough on people that start threads like this, just because we have seen so many touts come and go. Best of luck, and just post plays. If you don't promote yourself or make excuses on the other hand you may not get too much shit.

**THE PROFIT** · 11-08-10, 02:04 PM

good luck, man. Pick some winners & I'll strait tail your ass. Maybe I'll be able to have that $2,000 xmas crack party

**70kgman** · 11-08-10, 02:05 PM

Originally posted by sideloaded

How is it hanging straightwinners?

I doubt straightwinners could get humbled that quickly and dramatically...to go from a list of high rolling clients waiting for his picks with baited breath, to "friends and friends of friends". And to winning enough money to buy houses and Lamborghini's to "money for X-Mas presents".

**philswin** · 11-08-10, 02:07 PM

$50 bankroll and 2.5% each wager - So you will start out wagering $2.50 per wager?

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:23 PM

PICK #1: San Antonio vs Charlotte UNDER 187 (-110)
- The last 6 times these teams have met, their total average output has been 174 points, with the under hitting 5 or the 6 times. My stats indicate this one should be around 179 with another defensive battle.

Wagering $2.50 to win $4.77

PICK #2: Boston + 3 vs. Dallas (-110)
- Yeah, I know Boston is playing their 5th game in 7 days. But they're playing awesome ball right now. They've taken 3 of the last 4 in this matchup, and won both of the last two meetings on Dallas' floor. Dallas starts off strong in this one, and probably takes the 1Q by a few points, but it goes downhill for Dirk and Co. after that. Kidd just looks old, and I see Rondo as the difference maker in this one. Boston wins this one outright; the points are just a gift.

Wagering $2.50 to win $4.77

PICK #3: Golden State +1 vs. Toronto
- Golden State is winless on the road and are playing b2b, but they've won the last 3 games vs. terrible Toronto. Like most of the time when these two get together, this is going to be an offensive show with not a lot of defense. And once again, Toronto just won't be able to hang for 4Q. Chalk up the first road win of the season for GS and 4 in a row vs. Toronto.

Wagering $2.50 to win $4.77

May have a parlay bet later on...want to watch some lines.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:27 PM

Originally posted by philswin

$50 bankroll and 2.5% each wager - So you will start out wagering $2.50 per wager?

Phil, I'm going to make my typical wager 5% of my bankroll for the day. Since I'm starting with $50, the initial bets will be $2.50...parlays and teasers will be 2-3%, depending on the plays. Today's profits will roll into the bankroll, so tomorrow's wagers will be higher (positive thinking always!!!)

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:29 PM

No problem, never claimed to be a tout....just been fairly successful making my own picks. Not 75% successful either...I'm usually between 57% and 66% depending on the sport. Hockey still gives me fits.

Thanks for the well wishes.

**sportsfun** · 11-08-10, 02:30 PM

good luck and thread to observe if something like this can be done. If your pickings are solid as you claim, you should be able to do it. Although every handicapper can run into rough streaks and bankroll management might be key. Maybe I'll start one later on today to compare. Or what about a contest, turn $50 bankroll into whatever till christmas. Highest bankroll wins.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:34 PM

Originally posted by hockeyman30304

well good luck with this one...take Cinci tonight

I actually like Cincy plus the points, which is now up to 7 at my book, as well as the over. Not ready to make it an "official" play of mine though. Even though I expect Cincy to play like their season depended on it tonight (which it does), Palmer just looks horrible this year and I don't trust him against the Steelers D.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:38 PM

Originally posted by sportsfun

good luck and thread to observe if something like this can be done. If your pickings are solid as you claim, you should be able to do it. Although every handicapper can run into rough streaks and bankroll management might be key. Maybe I'll start one later on today to compare. Or what about a contest, turn $50 bankroll into whatever till christmas. Highest bankroll wins.

Thanks...streaks will definitely be a factor in this. I can't say I've ever gone 6 weeks without a cold streak...hell, everyone has them. I figure I need to get out of the gate strong for the first 10 days so I can get the bankroll up and make the wager sizes larger. This betting $2.50 a play is killing me LMAO.

As far as a "winner takes it all" contest, let me get a few wins under my belt!!

**borednaz** · 11-08-10, 02:47 PM

Well I took the free $25 on BetPhoenix, have won around $800. Just took my first withdrawl of $250 via **. So It's possible. I'll admit it was a lot of dumb luck. Although it's not $25 to 2000.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 02:50 PM

Originally posted by borednaz

Well I took the free $25 on BetPhoenix, have won around $800. Just took my first withdrawl of $250 via **. So It's possible. I'll admit it was a lot of dumb luck. Although it's not $25 to 2000.

That's a helluva nice run....congrats!!

**philswin** · 11-08-10, 03:01 PM

Originally posted by JAMIN67

Phil, I'm going to make my typical wager 5% of my bankroll for the day. Since I'm starting with $50, the initial bets will be $2.50...parlays and teasers will be 2-3%, depending on the plays. Today's profits will roll into the bankroll, so tomorrow's wagers will be higher (positive thinking always!!!)

Based on my rough calculations if you bet 3 equal plays a day at 5% of payroll- You will have to hit at 79% to meet your goal of $2000 in 45 days

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 03:03 PM

OK, adding on 2 parlays...gonna bet one on my picks, the other on my picks and my leans...want to come out strong.

Boston +3
Golden State +1
San Antonio vs Charlotte - Under 187

Total Bet: $1 to win $6.96

Boston +3
Golden State +1
San Antonio vs Charlotte - Under 187
Denver vs Chicago - Under 206.5
Boston vs Dallas - Over 188

Total Bet: $1 to win $25.36

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 03:05 PM

Originally posted by philswin

Based on my rough calculations if you bet 3 equal plays a day at 5% of payroll- You will have to hit at 79% to meet your goal of $2000 in 45 days

Who says only 3 plays a day?

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 03:30 PM

Pick #4: Phoenix Suns Team Total Over 105.5 (-118)
- Phoenix has only gone below this number one time this season, in the first game of the season against the Blazers. Last matchup against Memphis put them over this number as well in regulation, and with I don't expect them having any problems hitting it again tonight.

Wagering $2.50 to win $4.63

BOL to everyone betting on their plays tonight!

**sideloaded** · 11-08-10, 05:51 PM

Making this many picks a day is going to ruin you.

**eonizuka** · 11-08-10, 05:58 PM

Unless you get on a crazy streak I don't see this happening. Triple your bankroll in a month in good. Making 20 times that in a month in a half doesn't seem realistic but I hope you prove me wrong.

**Boscoe** · 11-08-10, 06:03 PM

it's going to be a sh*tty christmas.

**Ace_of_Spades** · 11-08-10, 06:10 PM

I hope you succeed.

**craig4nr** · 11-08-10, 06:12 PM

Originally posted by eonizuka

Unless you get on a crazy streak I don't see this happening. Triple your bankroll in a month in good. Making 20 times that in a month in a half doesn't seem realistic but I hope you prove me wrong.

It's actually 40 times.

It does seem next to impossible, but best of luck to you.

**Joe Sharp** · 11-08-10, 06:24 PM

Good Luck Jamin!!

I agree with some of the others though, making 6+ plays a day will not turn out too well. Even playing $1 parlays are going to eat at you if they don't hit. $50 starting roll is extremely hard to deal with.

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 06:25 PM

Adding on a few more plays...been working most of the day but I finally got a chance to do a little more research. While this matchup has gotten more appealing the more I delve into it, I'm going to play two separate bets plus a teaser to cover my ass a little. Here they are...

PICK #5: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers OVER 41 (-120)
Wagering $2.50 to win $4.58

PICK #6: Cincinnati Bengals +6.5 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (-125)
Wagering $2.50 to win $4.50

TEASER: Cincinnati/Pittsburgh Over 34 and Cincinnati +13.5
Wagering $2.50 to win $4.29

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 06:27 PM

Originally posted by Boscoe

it's going to be a sh*tty christmas.

I gotta say, nice post...kinda had me laughing. Kids will have a good Christmas either way LOL

**JAMIN67** · 11-08-10, 06:30 PM

Originally posted by craig4nr

It's actually 40 times.

It does seem next to impossible, but best of luck to you.

Ahhh, it's all in fun. Like I said in my original post, it's not like I'm wagering the last $50 in my pocket...I just always wanted to do something like this to see if it could be achieved. If so, I'll give myself a little pat on the back. If not...well, the kids and the dogs will still eat.