Everyone quickly understands the basics of sports gambling, because its as simple as the sports themselves. Horse racing, on the other hand, is a more difficult form of gambling to approach successfully. While there are some similarities between sports gambling and horse handicapping, success in one by no means assures even competency in the other. CBS Sports icon Jimmy ‘The Greek’ Snyder was by all accounts a first rate sports handicapper, but downright awful at forecasting horse races.
The information below is the bare bones basics of what you need to know to enjoy a day at the horse track. If you’re interested in becoming a serious horse handicapper, you’re best advice to start with one of the countless books or DVDs that deal specifically with the discipline.
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27 Jul
Books on other ‘winnable’ gambling pursuits like horse racing and poker are good resources of theoretical information for the sports gambler. While for some reason there hasn’t been much written specific to the sports handicapper that deals with the discipline from a serious theoretical level, there are countless books devoted to a thoughtful discussion of horse racing and poker.
On one level, this is likely due to the fact that poker”like sports gambling”is a pursuit in which the knowledgeable and skillful practitioner can overcome the theoretical odds against him. To paraphrase the great poker theoretician Bob Caro, there are some professional blackjack players and sports gamblers in addition to professional poker players. There may even be a few professional...
17 Jul
Have you ever visited Montreal? This city, the second largest metropolitan area in Canada, is located in the southern Quebec province. It is very cosmopolitan, with a population that mostly speaks both English and French.
Montreal has a great deal of international commerce and trade, by virtue of its important harbor. The city is encircled by the St. Lawrence River. This also means that the city is a burgeoning cultural hub and a popular tourist destination. One very popular activity is gambling. Every day, according to some estimates, millions of dollars are spent in Montreal’s casinos.
With greater spending capacity comes greater interest in leisure. The casino hotels of Montreal are an increasingly popular attraction accordingly, with many people coming and staying in them during their...
11 Jul
For those not familiar with NFL totals, its the large number you’ll see accompanying most pointspread betting propositions. For example, the 2009 Superbowl line opened with Pittsburgh a 6 point favorite over Arizona. The total was set at 47. Simply stated, the total allows the better to decide whether the combined score between the two teams will go OVER or UNDER. In the case of the aforementioned Superbowl, Pittsburgh won by a final score of 27-23 meaning that bettors who backed the OVER cashed their tickets.
To the uninitiated, betting on NFL totals can seem very arbitrary–like office pools where players pick the final score of a game. In reality, they’re a favorite tool of serious sports handicappers. Many are of the opinion that its easier to accurately foretell the *type*...
29 Jun
When planning a vacation to Las Vegas, one of the best things to do to make your trip smooth is choosing a package deal that will cover all aspects of your vacation. There are many travel tips, lodging deals and entertainment discounts that should be considered when you decide to purchase a package deal.
When you choose a package, you are able to customize everything down to even the smallest details. Usually package deals include the price of your hotel, entertainment and even food sometimes. For instance, if you wanted to spend the majority of your time gambling, then you will want to find out which hotels have casinos that are most to your liking. Choosing a package can also include a schedule for poker, blackjack or slot machine tournaments if you really want to get involved in some true...
28 Jun
Las Vegas is a bustling, tourist city with so many hotels to choose from that it can be difficult to decide which one is right for your Vegas vacation or business trip. There are hundreds of hotels from which to choose. You will want to investigate your options thoroughly before making reservations, and narrow your search prior to making a final decision on where you will be staying.
Creating a list of strong contenders allows you to get the best hotel for the best price, and one which fits within your budget. Choosing a hotel is one of the most important parts of your vacation planning, and selecting the wrong hotel can put a damper on your entire trip.
When narrowing your search, you’ll want to identify the things that are most important to you in your hotel accommodations. Location,...
24 Jun
Whether you prefer clear mountain air or the ozone-rich, salty air of the sea, you can find areas to take your dog for a walk that are very pleasant, even when you are on vacation. If you are a nature lover and a dog lover, you could pick a vacation destination with nature and your dog in mind.
City-bound hotel holidays or long, driving vacations are not very pleasurable for your dog. If a dog is going to be at home all day, he would prefer be in his own home all day. Likewise, with driving. He might plead to go the mall with you in the car, but doing a coast to coast run in a hot fortnight in June, is not really what he is all about.
Therefore, if you are planning a vacation that you think your pet would not really like, why not do him and yourself a favour and leave him at home? Leave him...
14 Jun
An Automatic Identification System, or AIS, is basically an electronic transponder that is usually installed on a boat that identifies it. This is most common in marine locations. The transponder sends out a VHF signal on a continuous basis that provides information about a ship such as it’s name, type, position, and call sign.
VHF signals are often received by other ships as it transmits data about the course and speed of the transponding vessel. As the VHF signals come in, the receivers are able to display all AIS-equipped vessels that are transmitting within a certain range. The system therefore provides a highly valuable service to water vessels in helping to track the progress of other watercraft in the nearby area. This decreases the chances of collision on the waterways. . The...
11 Jun
Accommodations in the city of London are perfectly designed for travelers of every budget and taste. There are without a doubt many luxurious landmark hotels available to travelers in London. Visitors can find these hotels easily. However, travelers who are working within the constraints of a budget and are seeking more affordable hotels are likely to desire hotels with cheaper rates. These hotels are often found in more remote locations than their luxury counterparts, but due to efficient transportation and communication systems these hotels are still able to host endless travelers.
The ideal time to visit London is between the months of June and August. The summer weather in London is generally warm, and will allow tourists to explore the city fully with joy. London is a major tourist destination...
10 Jun
If you’re contemplating staying in a hotel while you’re on vacation, rest assured that the best hotels know that they must be in it for more than just the money. Indeed, the best hotels are run by people who realize very early on that many families want to stay together and enjoy the full extent of the vacation experience, which is why so many of them choose to stay in a family suite.
What, then, if you have to take a business trip and are in the market for a hotel room? What should you look for? The answer turns out to be rather simple if you don’t want the usual dreary, soulless hotel room most business travelers have to endure. Odds are you’ll want to stay at a hotel that provides its guests with suites that make them feel right at home even as they provide a few...
9 Jun
