I would say that the reason I use a system is not only to make a profit, but my sole focus is now centred on what filters give me the best POT, and of course they aren't the popular combination of filters. A system has given me the confidence to go to the races and "know" which horses are the best value. I'm not looking so much for Win S/R, but looking at a race with my focus centred firmly on what would put the average punter off from backing this horse, keeping in mind it has to be some chance of winning.

With a system I find I can be far more disciplined, and not chase losses because I know (in racing terms !!!) that a winner is just around the corner, maybe not today or tomorrow, but if the system is proven, then it can be followed with some confidence.

It's a fine line between winning and losing, but you can show a profit if you don't get caught up backing horses where the weight of money has pushed them into overbet territory.