Dirt racings demise?

[Cannon Shell]

Originally Posted by JJP

I realize us bettors may view things differently than trainers, but I don't know of too many handicappers who had issues with the GP surface. And yes, we SHOULD have a voice as well. If you listen to the Keeneland mgmt and California track management, the only thing that matters is the owners and trainers....and that just isn't right.

No one said that betters should not have a say in the matter but to call Gulfstream a "superior" surface is like calling a Ford Focus a luxury car. The fact is that you guys do have a vote and it is with your betting dollars. And if you have a beef than it should be with your fellow bettors because handle at Del Mar this summer was strong and Keeneland has had record handle levels since putting in artificial surfaces. Maybe some bettors dont like the new surfaces but it seems that many do.