Barriers? I disregard them as a factor in my selections. I figure there are so many variables that come into play once the gates are opened, that unless you are extremely adept at predicting early pace and/or each jockey's race strategy, then the advantage/disadvantage of barrier position becomes unclear. It does for me anyway.

Big races like the Stradbroke I tend to avoid as a betting proposition as my record is less than impressive. June, July and August are difficult enough!

ps. Placegetter, I see that Shocks is entered for Cheltenham Saturday (after its big finish at Strathalbyn 26/5)

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