11/4 - My Budget - Your Suggestions

[brianwspencer]

Originally Posted by SentToStud

the only time I ever think of betting to place or show is when there is a huge minus pool chalk I think can run out. That's it. But even in these situations, I'd rather play an single race exotic, especially a tri or super, which I only play when I think a bad chalk will run out. If like a horse at odds and don't care for the chalk, I will use my choice second in exactas and tris. I've tracked all my wagers for years and betting to place/show just does not pay due to breakage and takeout. And I'd rather take my chances putting those place or show $$'s on my pick to win or waiting for another race. Just the way I see it. I see your point about Perfect Drift, but so do plenty of other bettors as well so he may well be undervalued in those pools. It's just not for me. But, good luck!!

on BC day, there is almost no such thing as bring "undervalued" in a place or show pool unless it's the favorite you're betting on. hell, gorella paid $6.00 to show last year and that was a gimme.

this is the one day all year where i very strongly advocate place and show wagering, especially if you're on a budget. it's the easiest way to make money on BC day, you're not going to make a huge score, but if you're in tune with even half of the day, you'll come out ahead.