[eastern2]

Not working for me right now - anyone else having this problem and no I don't chase steam so not sure why this isn't working

[magynuck]

working but appears no more on +7 ncaa fb

[eastern2]

working but appears no more on +7 ncaa fb

Ty! Yep you are right kept trying Ohio @ plus 6.5 and wasn't working - wish they woulda informed us of this change - line coulda changed on me waiting for the free half point time period .... Looks like no more buying up to plus 7

[eastern2]

Double post

[bubba]

They tell me its just a glitch in the system

[eastern2]

They tell me its just a glitch in the system

Great I already took Ohio and bought the half point .... Unbelievable

[KGambler]

They tell me its just a glitch in the system

I seriously doubt that. I noticed that only certain games were working, so I went and checked the rules. They have been changed. It says no moving off of/onto the 3 or 7 for NFL or NCAAF. The wording is changed from last week.

Doesn't look like a glitch to me.

[eastern2]

Jon @ BetIslands has rectified the situation. Place is quality for anyone looking for a new book IMO

[KGambler]

Jon @ BetIslands has rectified the situation. Place is quality for anyone looking for a new book IMO

Rectified what situation?

I still see that the promo does not work for Ohio +6.5

I agree Jon is great. But it seems you might be talking about your own personal situation and not the situation of the promo rules being different now. Please be a little more specific.

[eastern2]

Rectified what situation?

I still see that the promo does not work for Ohio +6.5

I agree Jon is great. But it seems you might be talking about your own personal situation and not the situation of the promo rules being different now. Please be a little more specific.

He offered to reimburse the juice on the .5 point I bought. If its a glitch I don't know, I would guess yes since he offered that. However who knows maybe he could jump in and clarify the rules

[yisman]

It's not a glitch. They obviously just overhauled the program.

[Miz]

I tried on a variety of games. You can't get on or off of 3 or 7. Still a good promo, but not quite as good as it once was. Also the move from -107 to -108 isn't ideal. Still a great book though.

[yisman]

ever since I started with them a few months ago it's been -108

[KGambler]

I tried on a variety of games. You can't get on or off of 3 or 7. Still a good promo, but not quite as good as it once was. Also the move from -107 to -108 isn't ideal. Still a great book though.

Right. Still a great promo. Not quite as great as before though

Still a great book.

[HedgeHog]

I tried on a variety of games. You can't get on or off of 3 or 7. Still a good promo, but not quite as good as it once was. Also the move from -107 to -108 isn't ideal. Still a great book though.

The original agreement was a free half point on everything except the NFL 3. BI has obviously re-negged on this deal w/o any notification whatsoever. Yes, still a good perk, but how about honoring the original deal when people first deposited?

[bubba]

i am told it is a "glitch" and if a game lands on 7 i will be reimbursed. seems starnge, but why would they lie to me?

[bubba]

I seriously doubt that. I noticed that only certain games were working, so I went and checked the rules. They have been changed. It says no moving off of/onto the 3 or 7 for NFL or NCAAF. The wording is changed from last week.

Doesn't look like a glitch to me.

can you link their updated rules? i cannot find anything

[KGambler]

can you link their updated rules? i cannot find anything

http://www.betislands.ag/bonuses/half-point-rules.php


They need to comment on whether this is a glitch or a change in the promo.

[yisman]

well I'm not sure what to do. I'd bet tonight on Ohio but if it lands on 7 there's no way of knowing because I haven't heard from them.

[robmpink]

Jon @ BetIslands has rectified the situation. Place is quality for anyone looking for a new book IMO

He def is the best!

[RogueScholar]

The original agreement was a free half point on everything except the NFL 3. BI has obviously re-negged on this deal w/o any notification whatsoever. Yes, still a good perk, but how about honoring the original deal when people first deposited?

While I agree with you in principle, HH, that it would be nice if books could simply honor their promotions and offerings in perpetuity, I have some empathy for Jon in this case. Offering a free .5 on NFL 7's and NCAAFB 3's and 7's is the kind of move that can and has crippled sportsbooks to insolvency; that's just too much EV to give away for any book that isn't screening accounts to ensure a losers-only client base. So rewriting the terms of that offering actually serves to demonstrate to us some of Jon's bona fides as a bookmaker.

Since I've never lasted long at the losers-only books, I'm happy to see sportsbooks evolve and adapt to the results of their decisions like this rather than just boot anybody with half a clue. I'm also sensitive to the obvious difficulties of customer acquisition in the current American post-up world, where new books are largely at the mercy of affiliates like SBR to provide them with access to new clients and often have to surrender nearly half of their incoming revenue for the privilege. Even then, new books like BI have to give away the store at first just to persuade people to give them a shot, because the very nature of post-up is like giving a random stranger walking past your house $100 to buy the liquor for your party and praying he or she keeps their word.

Truth is, I don't play at BI nor do I intend to, but all of the people I know who do verify Jon's claims of paying promptly, and in my estimation that alone forgives a great many faux pas. His moves do suggest that he's learning as he goes, but at least he's learning! How many books have we seen come and go that didn't or don't even possess that simple ability, to recognize a mistake and formulate a solution? Heritage, BetOnline, BetPhoenix, RebateWager, Jazz, WSEX, EZStreet and the list goes on. All of those guys are guilty of locking the doors only after the thieves had taken what they wanted, but maybe that won't be the case here.

You know it's a peculiar relationship we have with our bookies, one where we'd like to be able to rape and pillage their offerings to our hearts' content, and yet expect them to always deal with us fairly and professionally. We have to take that into account when we judge them, and also remember how badly we need good bookmakers these days. I don't sense an intentional bait-and-switch here, just a calculated reaction to the results of an overly generous promotion.

[eastern2]

Not a big deal if they changed to include on and off 7 just would have been nice to get a heads up on it - certainly understandable why they would do this

[HedgeHog]

Not a big deal if they changed to include on and off 7 just would have been nice to get a heads up on it - certainly understandable why they would do this

I agree, albeit reluctantly. Rogue's assessment of the situation is spot on, but I just assumed the promo would last for the duration of the FB season. I certainly can understand why they made the change--too much of a good thing. Regardless, BI remains a top out with a lot to offer, especially the fast free payouts.

[babyjesus]

While I agree with you in principle, HH, that it would be nice if books could simply honor their promotions and offerings in perpetuity, I have some empathy for Jon in this case. Offering a free .5 on NFL 7's and NCAAFB 3's and 7's is the kind of move that can and has crippled sportsbooks to insolvency; that's just too much EV to give away for any book that isn't screening accounts to ensure a losers-only client base. So rewriting the terms of that offering actually serves to demonstrate to us some of Jon's bona fides as a bookmaker.

Since I've never lasted long at the losers-only books, I'm happy to see sportsbooks evolve and adapt to the results of their decisions like this rather than just boot anybody with half a clue. I'm also sensitive to the obvious difficulties of customer acquisition in the current American post-up world, where new books are largely at the mercy of affiliates like SBR to provide them with access to new clients and often have to surrender nearly half of their incoming revenue for the privilege. Even then, new books like BI have to give away the store at first just to persuade people to give them a shot, because the very nature of post-up is like giving a random stranger walking past your house $100 to buy the liquor for your party and praying he or she keeps their word.

Truth is, I don't play at BI nor do I intend to, but all of the people I know who do verify Jon's claims of paying promptly, and in my estimation that alone forgives a great many faux pas. His moves do suggest that he's learning as he goes, but at least he's learning! How many books have we seen come and go that didn't or don't even possess that simple ability, to recognize a mistake and formulate a solution? Heritage, BetOnline, BetPhoenix, RebateWager, Jazz, WSEX, EZStreet and the list goes on. All of those guys are guilty of locking the doors only after the thieves had taken what they wanted, but maybe that won't be the case here.

You know it's a peculiar relationship we have with our bookies, one where we'd like to be able to rape and pillage their offerings to our hearts' content, and yet expect them to always deal with us fairly and professionally. We have to take that into account when we judge them, and also remember how badly we need good bookmakers these days. I don't sense an intentional bait-and-switch here, just a calculated reaction to the results of an overly generous promotion.

One of the most articulate men on this board. Diction and overall collection of thoughts make this pleasant to read for once. Salud

[DudleyDawson]

While I agree with you in principle, HH, that it would be nice if books could simply honor their promotions and offerings in perpetuity, I have some empathy for Jon in this case. Offering a free .5 on NFL 7's and NCAAFB 3's and 7's is the kind of move that can and has crippled sportsbooks to insolvency; that's just too much EV to give away for any book that isn't screening accounts to ensure a losers-only client base. So rewriting the terms of that offering actually serves to demonstrate to us some of Jon's bona fides as a bookmaker.

Since I've never lasted long at the losers-only books, I'm happy to see sportsbooks evolve and adapt to the results of their decisions like this rather than just boot anybody with half a clue. I'm also sensitive to the obvious difficulties of customer acquisition in the current American post-up world, where new books are largely at the mercy of affiliates like SBR to provide them with access to new clients and often have to surrender nearly half of their incoming revenue for the privilege. Even then, new books like BI have to give away the store at first just to persuade people to give them a shot, because the very nature of post-up is like giving a random stranger walking past your house $100 to buy the liquor for your party and praying he or she keeps their word.

Truth is, I don't play at BI nor do I intend to, but all of the people I know who do verify Jon's claims of paying promptly, and in my estimation that alone forgives a great many faux pas. His moves do suggest that he's learning as he goes, but at least he's learning! How many books have we seen come and go that didn't or don't even possess that simple ability, to recognize a mistake and formulate a solution? Heritage, BetOnline, BetPhoenix, RebateWager, Jazz, WSEX, EZStreet and the list goes on. All of those guys are guilty of locking the doors only after the thieves had taken what they wanted, but maybe that won't be the case here.

You know it's a peculiar relationship we have with our bookies, one where we'd like to be able to rape and pillage their offerings to our hearts' content, and yet expect them to always deal with us fairly and professionally. We have to take that into account when we judge them, and also remember how badly we need good bookmakers these days. I don't sense an intentional bait-and-switch here, just a calculated reaction to the results of an overly generous promotion.

Good stuff as usual, Peter.

[iQon]

do they offer overnight lines on baskstball, yet?

[babyjesus]

Just confirmed with CS over livechat, free half point is good Wednesday-Friday between 2pm-10pm EST.

The free half point does not work on or off the number 3. The free 1/2 point applies on the number 7!!!

If your wager does not reflect the free 1/2 point within these time frames and with the number 7, just contact CS and they should grade it accordingly. Jon is usually really good about shyte like that.

[KGambler]

A lot of posters providing good info...

but shouldn't BI respond to this thread and clarify what is going on?

[wrongturn]

Yes, could Jon formally specify here which number is eligible for free half, and which is not? The numbers kept changing recently with the software.

[BEANTOWNJIM]

I WANT TO MAKE ANOTHER DEPOSIT AT BET ISLANDS BUT I AM AFFRAID THAT JON AND RYAN AND THE STAFF ARE LAUGHING AT ME FOR BEING A LOSER JON I JUST CANT BEAT YOU GUYS EVEN WITH YOUR GENEROUS OFFERS I WILL BE BACK WHEN I FEEL A LITTLE BETTER RIGHT NOW I HAVE TO GO BACK TO HERITAGE AND CHANGE MY LUCK


BOYS I CANT SAY ANYTHING NEGATIVE ABOUT JON AND BET ISLANDS EXCEPT I JUST CANT BEAT THE BASTARDS

[bigballer891]

yeah free half point not working for me either on the 7 or 3, but everything else seems to work

[FreeFall]

A lot of posters providing good info...

but shouldn't BI respond to this thread and clarify what is going on?

Transparency is not something BI is concerned about. I would just try your best to get the information you want about the changes from the CS.

[bubba]

IF THIS IS just a glitch and only a glitch like betislands says (and they have told me multiple times that you will get the free half point on or off 7 even if the computer doesnt give it) it is just an annoyance that should be able to be fixed in a matter of seconds or minutes by someone who knows what they are doing. I dont understand why they don't just fix it!

[Miz]

Getting a free half point at -108 is a nice deal. What other reliable books have that good of a promotion? I can't fault them for altering it a little bit after the fact, and raising the juice a cent. It isn't like they are slow paying or changed it drastically. They pay out, no delays, no BS. I care more about that than if I could bet -104 and not know if I'd ever see that money. We can't have it all fellas, but for US players, this is pretty good overall.

[KGambler]

So now it's official that the rule has been changed and no moving off the 7, right?