Why I am giving up on this game

[Scav]

Race 1 Belmont: Scav bet $200 Win on 6 and 6-.Holy Canyon exacta for $100 RESULT: Scav doesn't even get 2 seconds of entertainment as the 6 looks like the lone ranger out of the gate

Race 3 Arlington: Scav unloads on the 1 horse, who decided that on the final turn that he liked the FAR rail instead of the inside rail

Race 6 Churchill: Once out of money, Scav's play of the day (didn't tout but it was a horse I was keying on) Junior College (been scratched multiple times recently) wins and pays 16.60

The three above are just a couple experiences that include getting DQ'ed twice today and

Last night I went to OTB with a stack, first race at Hollywood, I played a $100 pick three 2/2,6/3,4....I just glanced at the PP's and the TG's and after the 2 won the first leg, I started looking at the race and BOOM the 4 is 3 pts faster then any of those rats, he goes and wins, the 4 wins the 3rd leg for a $48 per $1 or I cost myself $4800.....

[cmorioles]

Originally Posted by Scav

Race 6 Churchill: Once out of money, Scav's play of the day (didn't tout but it was a horse I was keying on) Junior College (been scratched multiple times recently) wins and pays 16.60

If you are out of money halfway through the day, you should give up the game as something is seriously wrong with your plan/strategy for wagering.

I'm not trying to be an ass, just calling it like I see it. You know, hard love and all.

[Scav]

I know, which is why I think a 2 month break might be in order, get my mind/eyes right, just those three instances, zero control right now

This is a game of peaks and valleys. If anyone tells you they don't spend time in the valley, they're probably a tout.

It'll turn around, scavs. Just think about the days where you murder 'em and how good it feels. In the meantime, get shi.tfaced tonight and try to score a howah or two.

[magic_idol]

Originally Posted by Pillow Pants

This is a game of peaks and valleys. If anyone tells you they don't spend time in the valley, they're probably a tout.

It'll turn around, scavs. Just think about the days where you murder 'em and how good it feels. In the meantime, get shi.tfaced tonight and try to score a howah or two.

Amen to that !!!!

Now That should be on a DT Shirt

[AeWingnut]

I've been in a valley ever since I put Vision and Verse on top of Lemon Drop Kid, Charismatic and Best of Luck. (I didn't think Menifee had the pedigree for the Belmont) with one little blip on Breeder's Cup day. Haven't had to sign a tax form for a year. Used to sign once a month.

I don't know if you are the kinda person that would be happy betting $1 exotics or not. That's all I do. I also quit going EVERY weekend. It may be harder to get a feel for a track but it's the cost of gas and all.

I do know one thing, a week feels like a month.

[31lengths]

I think the title of this thread should be on the back of one of the Derby Trail shirts.....

[Bigsmc]

Originally Posted by Pillow Pants

This is a game of peaks and valleys. If anyone tells you they don't spend time in the valley, they're probably a tout.

It'll turn around, scavs. Just think about the days where you murder 'em and how good it feels. In the meantime, get shi.tfaced tonight and try to score a howah or two.

Sage advice.

Get away from it for a bit Bro. Have some fun. Don't think about it. The magic will come back, but you can't force it.

When all else fails, practice some putting....

[kenny p]

Whatever you do Dont chase. Take a break, clear your head. then you will be ready for an assault on Saratoga. Good Luck KP

[letswastemoney]

You could take up my screename perhaps

[GenuineRisk]

Originally Posted by 31lengths

I think the title of this thread should be on the back of one of the Derby Trail shirts.....

I was thinking a list of top ten quotes would be hilarious on the back of a DT shirt-
This is my last post
He's done enough
I'm quitting this game
That horse will never win another race

What else?

[declansharbor]

[quote=GenuineRisk]I was thinking a list of top ten quotes would be hilarious on the back of a DT shirt-
This is my last post
He's done enough
I'm quitting this game
That horse will never win another race

What else?

How about "Board Expert" or banned...lol

[timmgirvan]

Scavs: speaking from personal experience....the good thing about you is you're not timid about making a bet.....the downside is I think you plunge too much coin into your bets. I do exotics....a nice tribox or wheel is good to get! Many on DT do the pic3 and pick4 and are successful. So..maybe tri a new thing like the tri or 10exbox..or at least have a cap on your bet so it doesn't cripple you! You're the first guy to say hi to me on the old board..so I've got a soft spot(in the head) for your success. Just win,baby

[Swale84]

When the game becomes a grind and you start doubting yourself its time to take a break
Take some time off-don't look at entries or results (harder to do during the Triple Crown)
When you are ready you'll go back fresh and full of confidence again

[whorstman]

Dog, don't give up. Just start light and get some house money, then uncork.

[AeWingnut]

Originally Posted by GenuineRisk

I was thinking a list of top ten quotes would be hilarious on the back of a DT shirt-
This is my last post
He's done enough
I'm quitting this game
That horse will never win another race

What else?

I'm your tout
SAARLAND!!!!!

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by Swale84

When the game becomes a grind and you start doubting yourself its time to take a break
Take some time off-don't look at entries or results (harder to do during the Triple Crown)
When you are ready you'll go back fresh and full of confidence again

Well, the game is a grind. That's not necessarily a bad thing however.

[hi_im_god]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Well, the game is a grind. That's not necessarily a bad thing however.

amen. any game where you pit your knowlege against other players will always be frustrating over periods of time. you aren't always the windshield.

[Scav]

Originally Posted by timmgirvan

Scavs: speaking from personal experience....the good thing about you is you're not timid about making a bet.....the downside is I think you plunge too much coin into your bets. I do exotics....a nice tribox or wheel is good to get! Many on DT do the pic3 and pick4 and are successful. So..maybe tri a new thing like the tri or 10exbox..or at least have a cap on your bet so it doesn't cripple you! You're the first guy to say hi to me on the old board..so I've got a soft spot(in the head) for your success. Jun win,baby

Thank you everyone. I agree with everything that is said. Who knows where it will go from here, at least I am not playing/watching tomorrow because of mother's day, so I will get a good 8 days away from this crap, definetly needed

[GPK]

Originally Posted by Scav

Race 1 Belmont: Scav bet $200 Win on 6 and 6-.Holy Canyon exacta for $100 RESULT: Scav doesn't even get 2 seconds of entertainment as the 6 looks like the lone ranger out of the gate

Race 3 Arlington: Scav unloads on the 1 horse, who decided that on the final turn that he liked the FAR rail instead of the inside rail

Race 6 Churchill: Once out of money, Scav's play of the day (didn't tout but it was a horse I was keying on) Junior College (been scratched multiple times recently) wins and pays 16.60

The three above are just a couple experiences that include getting DQ'ed twice today and

Last night I went to OTB with a stack, first race at Hollywood, I played a $100 pick three 2/2,6/3,4....I just glanced at the PP's and the TG's and after the 2 won the first leg, I started looking at the race and BOOM the 4 is 3 pts faster then any of those rats, he goes and wins, the 4 wins the 3rd leg for a $48 per $1 or I cost myself $4800.....

how in the hell did that horse come back and win yesterday??