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Old 1st April 2006, 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Dolus
I have no doubt someone will come on and argue the other side so I remind you that I used to follow the VALUe approach but have changed my mind and think it more important to find a winning bet (at a price that suits the bettor) knowing that the bookies are nearly as ignorant as we are in knowing the true chance of a horse winning.


Agreed!
I used to do the same, looking for value, missed a lot of good winners.
Now my only stipulation is, it must pay at least $2.5 for a win and if betting for a place it must be $2.0 or over, place divi, even if I rated it at less that that.
Lost too often, on even money chances.
Good luck
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