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I still like going racing enormously, especially at Newmarket where it is still possible to get some good information especially on the 2yo races.
However I’m almost entirely an exchange punter, with the notable exception of regular on line bookies if I need an each way ante-post at best price. (I also very occasionally bet with on-course bookmakers if I need to put a substantial bet on).
Some of my friends have just started punting on Betfair from their mobiles at the racecourse – best of both worlds.
I’ve tried going on their site from my phone but with no real luck. Does anybody know special addresses etc for internet betting sites which you can surf from your 3G phone.<br>
At home close to the laptop (and fridge) for me!
Similar comments above but the main thing that has put me off attending races is the excessive entry cost aligned with poor facilities for mug punters like myself.
I’m lucky enough to visit Caulder Racecourse (Florida) near my uncles house from time to time and the facilities there would put most UK Grade 1 courses to shame even though it’s a low grade course.. Have also been to Gulfstream nearby … Outstanding!!
The problem is that there’s a tonne of money in the office /corporate/outing/hospitality even the “get as much beer down our neckâ€ÂÂ
I used to go racing 25+ times a year, but have only been once in 2006 (and only 2-3 times in 2005).
One thing I noticed when I was on course this year is how far my paddock watching skills have declined.
As a fan, I’d go far more often if they had better racing in my area, but I struggle to find any enthusiasm for the low grade horses that run at my local track (and even less enthusiasm for coughing up £15 or more to see them plod around the course half a dozen times in an afternoon).
Steve
I’m a bit spoilt with Towcester as my local, not cos of the quality of racing but the fact that it’s free.. I enjoy going racing and do it regardless of whether I expect to make money but I never bet big on course, all ofmy big bets are via the machine.
Got to agree with these posts. I really enjoy a day at the races and there is a certain ‘vibe’ that can be picked up to help your punting. The appearance of the horses (not just in fitness, but how they are presented, the care shown to them etc), whether trainers have bothered turning up (esp at the gaffs) and the ‘feel’ of the betting ring. It’s a bit hard to define really. Something in the air perhaps!
However, nowadays I only ever go to local tracks on winter weekdays. All other fixtures appear to be designed for p*ss-heads and know-nothing corporate johnnies who just irritate the crap out of me.
I would rather castrate myself with a rusty knife than attend a summer evening meeting, despite the obvious attraction of lots of foul-mouthed kids, bouncy castles and a Showaddywaddy concert.
Mike
Quote: from betlarge on 10:07 am on Nov. 11, 2006[br]………I would rather castrate myself with a rusty knife than attend a summer evening meeting, despite the obvious attraction of lots of foul-mouthed kids, bouncy castles and a Showaddywaddy concert.
Mike
Yes, those dreaded words "Family Day"……argh!
Rob
<br>Pretty much any meeting that is publicised by the course as ‘something day’ is a sure sign that the racing will be taking second place.
As in – Fun Day, Ladies Day, Countryside Day, Gala Day, Irish Day, all of which I’ve seen in recent years.
And if it isn’t day, then ‘night’ will do, as in ‘Newmarket Nights’.
AP
You’d be amazed at just how badly on-course bookies bet these days – the value definitely lies with going racing, especially if you want to bet each-way. If a horse is 8.8 on Betfair you can guarantee someone will go 15-2..and of course there’s no comm to pay. The four runner race at Cheltenham yesterday saw best prices of 2-1, 2-1, 11-4 and 66-1!
Hi
this is a good multi dimesional thread, and it’s okay to be passionately 1D.
byefrom<br>carlisle
I made a conscious decision to go racing this year after a couple of years in front of the computer.Really enjoyed days out at Punchestown,Leopardstown and The Curragh.<br>Its still possible to back a horse at a bigger price with a certain Irish bookmaker then the lay price on betfair.
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