I'm about to make a $1,000 depoist. Betus is offering a 100% bonus. Bet Jamaica is a $200 bonus. Which do I go with? Betjamaica has the better reviews, but 800 bucks seems too much to pass up.
Thoughts?
Reload
SBR Posting Legend
03-23-08
12248
#2
I think you will be happier having the cash at BetJamaica, Im.
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Imgoinhungry
SBR Sharp
03-31-09
264
#3
Reasons? Thanks for the reply.
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Reload
SBR Posting Legend
03-23-08
12248
#4
Can you list out the terms of both bonus offers? Rollovers, etc.?
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CaneDawg
SBR Hall of Famer
08-25-08
6256
#5
bet jam
all around solid book
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Imgoinhungry
SBR Sharp
03-31-09
264
#6
BETUS was a 6X rollover before withdrawals could be made.
BETJAMAICA Sportsbook Rollover The deposit and bonus must be wagered four times to be eligible to keep the bonus. Example: $500 deposit + $100 cash bonus x 4 = $2400 in action to keep the bonus.
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Sam Odom
SBR Aristocracy
10-30-05
58063
#7
BetJam
If you were to get lucky and turn 1000 into 50K it would be very likely you would have a hard time collecting from betUS, not so with betJam.
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CaneDawg
SBR Hall of Famer
08-25-08
6256
#8
Originally posted by Sam Odom
BetJam
If you were to get lucky and turn 1000 into 50K it would be very likely you would have a hard time collecting from betUS, not so with betJam.
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Reload
SBR Posting Legend
03-23-08
12248
#9
Originally posted by Sam Odom
BetJam
If you were to get lucky and turn 1000 into 50K it would be very likely you would have a hard time collecting from betUS, not so with betJam.
Agree with this. BetJamaica payouts happen among the quickest in the industry.
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Doc JS
SBR Hall of Famer
09-15-06
6885
#10
another vote for BetJam...never had any problem with them...
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Fischnasty
SBR MVP
02-10-09
1931
#11
go with betjam. unless you like your book shading your lines. in that case, go with betus.
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robmpink
SBR Posting Legend
01-09-07
13205
#12
Both suck. Betjam would be good but Herman -edit name- lies through his teeth so f them.
Last edited by Bill Dozer; 08-24-09, 09:38 AM.
Reason: edit name
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kyle36
SBR Rookie
05-27-09
8
#13
What do you mean by "shading your lines" with betus?
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Sam Odom
SBR Aristocracy
10-30-05
58063
#14
Originally posted by kyle36
What do you mean by "shading your lines" with betus?
They are known to deal 2 lines, they will profile you and adjust lines accordingly.
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Smurf71
Restricted User
08-03-09
163
#15
BetJam is more reliable on payouts but they also cut your limits faster. In BetUs betting limits are higher and they are better place for pro players for sure. If you bet small, BetJam is safer book for you. I don't think the BetUs rating is quite as bad as SBR shows it, I would call it B rated book, cause mainly the low rating has caused by John Morrison scam which won't affect you is you are playing solo. Take payouts in smaller parts and don't hit 15 team parlays...Bet US 100% free play bonus if you deposit a dime is 12k rollover + 60 days no payouts.
For recreational player BetJam is a better place as I said... Tell you the truth - one is blind and other one can't see!
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Fischnasty
SBR MVP
02-10-09
1931
#16
Originally posted by kyle36
What do you mean by "shading your lines" with betus?
just what sam said. they alter your lines (obviously in their favor) based on betting trends. its really nice if you want to bet a -200 fav at -245.
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#17
Originally posted by Imgoinhungry
Reasons? Thanks for the reply.
I would send 500 to betjam...500 to 5 Dimes..and forget about Betus..
Reason?..I like 5 Dimes variety and Bet Jams Reliability, customer service and lines
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#18
Plus 5 Dimes and Betjam pay you asap without the bs
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trixtrix
Restricted User
04-13-06
1897
#19
betus 100% bonus are freeplays, which cannot be used on parlays and/or teasers, this limits their value to ~ 500$ cash value;
betj bonus is all cash.
before making a decision either way you need to first start comparing apples to apples
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Imgoinhungry
SBR Sharp
03-31-09
264
#20
Awesome. Thanks for all the info guys. Trixtrix, the 100% bonus is real money. I called and asked them.
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#21
when a book offers you such a juicy bonus..it raises a red flag
check your roll overs..and some bonus`s even have a max withdrawal on them
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andrea
SBR High Roller
10-31-08
145
#22
Yeah right, rollover is another to be considered.. Good luck men!
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Reload
SBR Posting Legend
03-23-08
12248
#23
Originally posted by Sam Odom
They are known to deal 2 lines, they will profile you and adjust lines accordingly.
It's a bummer this still has to happen with some books. You would think a 20 cent line would be enough.
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trixtrix
Restricted User
04-13-06
1897
#24
Originally posted by Imgoinhungry
Awesome. Thanks for all the info guys. Trixtrix, the 100% bonus is real money. I called and asked them.
impossible. you're not the only betus customer and it has always been freeplay
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#25
beware books that over flow you with mail too
some place may have a great calender..thats cause they print them with your $
5 Dimes
Bookmaker
Greek
Bet Jam
and Matchbook is all I need on my platter
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#26
I also used Betonline for years..they are good and will pay you without the BS
They were once known as Bestline sports
Anyone with an account # starting in BL has been there since the day..Good outfit
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Sam Odom
SBR Aristocracy
10-30-05
58063
#27
Originally posted by StraitShooter
I also used Betonline for years..they are good and will pay you without the BS
BetOnLine is solid! I have not reloaded there in a long while but if Spiros is willing to do B2B transfers with them then they are OK in my mind.
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Chuck Sims
SBR MVP
12-29-05
3072
#28
Just forget about BetUS. The owners are thieves. Avoid this shit book.
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clonecat
SBR MVP
08-29-05
1225
#29
Betjam is one of the best, fast payments, good lines for baseball.
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capitalist pig
SBR MVP
01-25-07
4996
#30
Id go with Bet Jam, and wouldnt take the bonus anywhere, it just makes things easier when you want your $'s back, JMO.
later
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RogueScholar
SBR Hall of Famer
02-05-07
5082
#31
I'm not sold on either book. BetJam is solid and trustworthy, but they have absolutely pathetic options for people that want to place wagers on anything but the Big 4 North American sports. Very little golf, soccer, tennis, boxing/MMA, NASCAR and many other events. There are so many great books out there that are similarly reputable that you're doing yourself a disservice by selecting a sportsbook that doesn't offer a wide range of things to wager on.
I'm not recommending BetUS either, they're known to be a little shady even though they have a tremendous amounts of depth and breadth in the lines that they post. It's not worthy the stress of hoping that they're treating you fairly.
Try 5Dimes, Matchbook, The Greek and Bookmaker and you'll find a happy medium between the four.
Originally posted by StraitShooter
90% of the guys dont give a shit about your problems..and the other 10 are glad you have them..
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MBENZ
SBR Hall of Famer
01-07-07
5238
#32
Originally posted by Imgoinhungry
I'm about to make a $1,000 depoist. Betus is offering a 100% bonus. Bet Jamaica is a $200 bonus. Which do I go with? Betjamaica has the better reviews, but 800 bucks seems too much to pass up.
Thoughts?
You need to read and not listen to those snakeoil salesmen.You in no way,shape or form getting 100% matching money.Go to their site and read the rules and fine print.
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BestPlay2day
SBR Hall of Famer
08-25-08
5794
#33
Not even close, Betjamaica is one of the best and my favorite. Betus might give 100% bonus but you will have to roll it over more and if you do you will have to sweat to get paid. Stick with one of the best and don't worry about bonuses if you are looking long term.
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ScottyWins
SBR Rookie
07-06-09
23
#34
yeah that 100% bonus reeled me in too. 6X rollover plus 60 days hold. AND the worst part is that baseball bets only count as HALF action. i deposited just $300 and was only betting baseball. i had to bet over $7k and wait 60 days to get at the most $150 of real money. definitely not worth it.
a 1k deposit betting only baseball would require 24k of action! good luck staying alive!
don't take bonuses, not worth it. they are offered for a reason.
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StraitShooter
SBR Posting Legend
07-22-09
10464
#35
Originally posted by RogueScholar
I'm not sold on either book. BetJam is solid and trustworthy, but they have absolutely pathetic options for people that want to place wagers on anything but the Big 4 North American sports. Very little golf, soccer, tennis, boxing/MMA, NASCAR and many other events. There are so many great books out there that are similarly reputable that you're doing yourself a disservice by selecting a sportsbook that doesn't offer a wide range of things to wager on.
I'm not recommending BetUS either, they're known to be a little shady even though they have a tremendous amounts of depth and breadth in the lines that they post. It's not worthy the stress of hoping that they're treating you fairly.
Try 5Dimes, Matchbook, The Greek and Bookmaker and you'll find a happy medium between the four.
Hate to say it but you hit it on the head with the pathetic options
Them not having the torres fight a Sunday back cost me a nice dog win when Mr Torres was knocked to la la land