MOST RELIABLE TRACK

Seeing there are a few unreliable tracks like Flemington, Kensington joke.

Which tracks do punters think are reliable for consistent form??
Rosehill comes to mind, although it suits frontrunners a little.
New outer track at Randwick appears to be good.

[Equine Investor]

In my humble opinion Sandown is a lot worse than Flemington, at least you have a nice sprint track at headquarters.

I always stay away from Sandown especially on a wet track. Unless a horse is a tried and tested WINNER on a wet track I stay right away from it - no guess work.

[Rain Lover]

Chief,
If you want an ultra reliable track, try Ascot, Perth - from September through May. Track condition is invariably fast (only rains here in winter). Best thing is favourites have a poor run here, meaning great odds on winners - all you have to do is be able to pick 'em. In January this year there was a run of 28 consecutive races with the favourite missing out.
If you can't get a form guide you can dial straight into the WATC computer at http://www.waturf.org.au/scripts/ws.exe/syturf/findinfo.hts - they even give you the race book there for free!!

[Equine Investor]

Wow nice site...lots of info!

Now why can't we get something as comprehensive from our State.

:cry:

Thanks - yes WA site is good. The only problem I have with Perth racing is how slow most of the times are. Apart from the top 5 or 6 horses, the std seems to be very weak compared to Eastern states. ie most WA horses seem to run 72 secs on a fast track for 1200m - that's awfully slow.

How do you separate the wheat from the chaff in WA????

[Tam]

Chief - re WA betting

Its easy - especially for an amateur like me - just follow our good friend SANDGROPER's tips.
Keep em coming Sandgroper.

Regards to all....

[Sandgroper]

Thanks Tam, there are good days, and there are not so good days.

Unfortunately there can be bias at Ascot as well – the wind! Generally speaking I think Ascot suits those who race on or near the lead. But when the wind is a blowing (headwind that is), those that race more rearward can have a field-day.

As to times, check the early sectionals. We have many a race where the early pace is ridiculously slow, and the jocks continue to get away with it.


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Sandgroper :smile:

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Given slow 1st sectionals - on-pace runners must have a field day in Perth, unless like you say there is a strong headwind.

Thanks for you insights. Its always hard betting in other states, when you are not aware of all the variables.

Are those headwinds care of the Freemantle Doctor???

[Sandgroper]

Yes chief, the Freo Doctor can certainly play a part, especially if it comes in early.

Have we any sand tracks still around and in use ? Ah! Memories of the Creek.

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Sandgroper :smile:

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