TimeformUS

[Calzone Lord]

Thanks. CJ does a great job with the figs. Our company has a lot of good ideas, like the Pace Projector Alan mentioned (though his circuit is tough because of timing issues)

I just get to pick my spots and have to execute. I didn't quite get it done at the KEE meet, but was profitable at Belmont, wildly profitable at Saratoga, and off the charts at Aqueduct. Feels good to at least have the opportunity to prove that I can post a big long term profit outside of PID, in a public handicapping role.

Our West coast analysts at Timeform, Finch and Finnegan have done an excellent job as well. I hope it translates to people seeing the value of our past performances, and knowing that you can get an edge in areas with them.

[pweizer]

Originally Posted by Calzone Lord

I will no longer be involved with TimeformUS after February 8th.

Over the course of the year 2013, I made speed figures for over 10,000 North American races. I also did analytical full write-ups for well over 200 races. The suggested bets at the bottom of those write-ups produced a very, very strong betting profit.

As a figure-maker, CJ is an absolute machine. He was responsible for making speed figures for over 30,000 races last year alone...and I'll always be in awe of him. It was a tremendous opportunity and experience working with him. He's a great person and a hell of a talented and efficient figure maker.

Unfortunately for me, a decision was made by the New York City office to move my position to New York City. The goal being to get some TV exposure at NYRA tracks and at Monmouth Park, in the future.

My girlfriend is in the final year of Grad School, and there was absolutely no way I could ever even consider uprooting and moving to New York...especially with the promise of being forced to drive around between NYRA tracks and Monmouth. In plain English, that sounds like a sure-thing traffic fatality waiting to happen...and I'd hate to put my family through another death...and I'd really hate to die myself while I'm still young and have tons of savings and investments, everything paid off, and virtually no bills, and no debts anywhere.

Anyway, it was an honor to work with TimeformUS for 1-year and 9-months. They have a very talented team and a very good product with a lot of innovative ideas. They didn't discourage me much from speaking my mind, but I blame them for me now having a Twitter account. God, will I not miss Twitter once I can wean myself from it's ugly addiction.

Anyway, just thought I'd let you guys know about my impending departure. Perhaps they will find someone internally, but if not, there will be a racing analyst, figure-maker, and TV job opening in the New York City area, very soon.

Wow, a major loss for the Timeform group. Doug--you did an amazing job with this.

Paul

[Calzone Lord]

Originally Posted by pweizer

Wow, a major loss for the Timeform group. Doug--you did an amazing job with this.

Paul

Appreciate it, Paul.

They still have some very talented people left there...and the juice was just about squeezed dry with me. It was disappointing to hear their intention of moving the position to NYC two weeks ago.

I really do look forward to taking a little time off and getting back to doing day to day betting, and the kind of trip handicapping I was able to do when I had free time.

[outofthebox]

Doug, best of luck to you..Your decision to stay put and put your family and girlfriend ahead of yourself, well that just shows you have a tremendous amount of character..Your contributions to TimeformUs will surely be missed..

[Calzone Lord]

Originally Posted by outofthebox

Doug, best of luck to you..Your decision to stay put and put your family and girlfriend ahead of yourself, well that just shows you have a tremendous amount of character..Your contributions to TimeformUs will surely be missed..

I appreciate it, Alan.

[Danzig]

hate to hear you won't be there any more, but certainly understand why.

[3kings]

Doug, great work with Timeform but family always comes first. You will be successful with whatever is next because of your tremendous work ethic.

[Sightseek]

Too bad they didn't realize that you didn't need to leave the comfort of your home to create a massive following.

[rpncaine]

Sorry to hear this Dougie. Was just beginning to get back into the game after a few months away and started using Timeform some. Always looked for your byline and comments.

Stay on twitter, just only give us the winners!

[declansharbor]

Your run at Aqueduct a month back was nothing short of amazing.

Stinks to hear about the news, but confident you'll land on your feet when time permits. Best of luck Dougie!

[TheSpyder]

Doug,

You've done for capping what the Bykster's has done for Horse Racing radio.

Enough Said!

Spyder from SC

[freddymo]

Originally Posted by Calzone Lord

I will no longer be involved with TimeformUS after February 8th.

Over the course of the year 2013, I made speed figures for over 10,000 North American races. I also did analytical full write-ups for well over 200 races. The suggested bets at the bottom of those write-ups produced a very, very strong betting profit.

As a figure-maker, CJ is an absolute machine. He was responsible for making speed figures for over 30,000 races last year alone...and I'll always be in awe of him. It was a tremendous opportunity and experience working with him. He's a great person and a hell of a talented and efficient figure maker.

Unfortunately for me, a decision was made by the New York City office to move my position to New York City. The goal being to get some TV exposure at NYRA tracks and at Monmouth Park, in the future.

My girlfriend is in the final year of Grad School, and there was absolutely no way I could ever even consider uprooting and moving to New York...especially with the promise of being forced to drive around between NYRA tracks and Monmouth. In plain English, that sounds like a sure-thing traffic fatality waiting to happen...and I'd hate to put my family through another death...and I'd really hate to die myself while I'm still young and have tons of savings and investments, everything paid off, and virtually no bills, and no debts anywhere.

Anyway, it was an honor to work with TimeformUS for 1-year and 9-months. They have a very talented team and a very good product with a lot of innovative ideas. They didn't discourage me much from speaking my mind, but I blame them for me now having a Twitter account. God, will I not miss Twitter once I can wean myself from it's ugly addiction.

Anyway, just thought I'd let you guys know about my impending departure. Perhaps they will find someone internally, but if not, there will be a racing analyst, figure-maker, and TV job opening in the New York City area, very soon.

you got on a train that is rolling....Seriously?

[tector]

DrugS, best of luck to you and Timeform--and they are going to need it, since they are losing their greatest asset.

[Indian Charlie]

Originally Posted by tector

DrugS, best of luck to you and Timeform--and they are going to need it, since they are losing their greatest asset.

After seeing their product, it seems to me that, as usual, marketing geniuses rule the day there.

[RockHardTen1985]

Originally Posted by tector

DrugS, best of luck to you and Timeform--and they are going to need it, since they are losing their greatest asset.

I agree with this. Doug's blog was money. And while I respect big time what CJ and the local guy from Union are doing, I just don't see how these are better then formulator.

[casp0555]

Good Luck Doug! Thanks for the hard work you devoted to USTimeform and have always appreciated your sharing of opionions and the history of this beloved sport.

[10 pnt move up]

Originally Posted by tector

DrugS, best of luck to you and Timeform--and they are going to need it, since they are losing their greatest asset.

Losing an asset, yes, greatest?

I suppose if your saying following someones picks just to play off of but the figures and product is the main asset.