Jamie29 757 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Who use backing? I done my numbers last year n 29 done it for me ?! Il probably do the same again this year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,462 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 This thread needs a countdown. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
born a blue nose 90,381 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Yous'all Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,462 Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 Think I'll do my usual this year. Spend a couple of hours reading articles and looking at systems and the card, then stick the fucker on the wall and throw a dart at it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready1873 3,864 Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Even when I used to spend hours studying races I would never bother with the GN. Go for a name or something. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammer93 15,024 Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 The national has changed in certain ways, it's no longer just a big field of plodders their are a lot of good serious horses turning to the national these days as the prize money is phenomenal for a steeplechase handicap, I'm not saying it makes it easier but a their will be plenty of good horses of a decent Mark which should go well......in saying that I will probably win fuck all again this year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wullyRFC 5,230 Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Love the Grand National never had the winner though. Going to Ayr for the Scottish at the end of the month had more luck in that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianb1547 3,767 Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 my first memory of the GN as a kid was when my dad had money on Red Alligator to win in 1968....and not many horses finished. Red Alligator won...and it was a happy walk to the bookies (Bet365 wasn't around then) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiviGer 648 Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 Been given a tip for it, apparently it will stay 4 miles easily but needs softer ground. Its called Good to Know. Might be a lot of shite but going by its form it looks to be a stayer. Will stick a couple of quid e/w on it, last time I checked it was 66/1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpidermansGaffer 2,552 Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 A few days after my dog Monty had to be put down, I backed Monty's Pass in the National. He romped home while I was crying my eyes out in the pub... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverAndEver 70,939 Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 Native River out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz52 11,837 Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 On 3/29/2017 at 11:29 PM, theblueoysterbar said: This thread needs a countdown. A countdown that actually moves would have been better.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz52 11,837 Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 21 hours ago, LiviGer said: Been given a tip for it, apparently it will stay 4 miles easily but needs softer ground. Its called Good to Know. Might be a lot of shite but going by its form it looks to be a stayer. Will stick a couple of quid e/w on it, last time I checked it was 66/1 One mistake is all it takes in this race. I don't believe in tips for the Grand National, think many will agree, anyone can win it Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiviGer 648 Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 4 hours ago, Gaz52 said: One mistake is all it takes in this race. I don't believe in tips for the Grand National, think many will agree, anyone can win it Aye I get where you're coming from mate but you need horses that will stay the trip. If the horse has never won over 3 miles forget it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,462 Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 13 hours ago, Gaz52 said: A countdown that actually moves would have been better.. ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cp9 753 Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Hopefully a few of us get some winners up. Cheltenham wasn't my favourite week of the year.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
born a blue nose 90,381 Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 On 30/03/2017 at 2:22 PM, wullyRFC said: Love the Grand National never had the winner though. Going to Ayr for the Scottish at the end of the month had more luck in that. See ye in the bogs Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wullyRFC 5,230 Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 14 hours ago, born a blue nose said: See ye in the bogs Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
centenarystand 2,227 Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 Last year on here i tipped Vics Canvas who came 3rd at 100/1. Was watching the re run on Racing UK last week and he touched down in front at the last and led until half way up the run in. A year on and the adrenalin was pumping i was very close to a good win. On the day i was a bit bevvied and was happy with the place as i won a couple of hundred with the each way bet, didnt actually realise how close i was. Oh the agony! This year im going for The Last Samuri 14/1 who's been 2nd and 3rd over the National course and a good jumper. Also Vieux Lion Rouge 10/1, well handicapped, proven over the National fences and in good form. Not great prices and as much as anything can win the great race i think this year something from the top end of the market will prevail. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyinroyalblue 16,478 Posted April 3, 2017 Share Posted April 3, 2017 I don't bet much these days having gambled away far too money much in the past so I only have 1 or maximum 2 bets a week now but still look forward to the National every year. I had the winner of the Lincoln on Saturday so I'm looking to complete the second led of the Spring double on Saturday(does anyone even talk about the Spring double anymore?)and will pick something later when I see how the ground is. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersTillYouDie 0 Posted April 4, 2017 Share Posted April 4, 2017 I cant even find the pin never mind find the winner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersTillYouDie 0 Posted April 4, 2017 Share Posted April 4, 2017 14 hours ago, centenarystand said: Last year on here i tipped Vics Canvas who came 3rd at 100/1. Was watching the re run on Racing UK last week and he touched down in front at the last and led until half way up the run in. A year on and the adrenalin was pumping i was very close to a good win. On the day i was a bit bevvied and was happy with the place as i won a couple of hundred with the each way bet, didnt actually realise how close i was. Oh the agony! This year im going for The Last Samuri 14/1 who's been 2nd and 3rd over the National course and a good jumper. Also Vieux Lion Rouge 10/1, well handicapped, proven over the National fences and in good form. Not great prices and as much as anything can win the great race i think this year something from the top end of the market will prevail. Hope he keeps you warm in winter :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,462 Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Wondering WTF Mr Henderson is up to tomorrow, everyone and their granny riding for him at Aintree in races worth tens of thousands while De Boinville is off to Taunton to ride two in races that are only worth £10k combined.  Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
born a blue nose 90,381 Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 26 minutes ago, theblueoysterbar said: Wondering WTF Mr Henderson is up to tomorrow, everyone and their granny riding for him at Aintree in races worth tens of thousands while De Boinville is off to Taunton to ride two in races that are only worth £10k combined.  Think it might be more to do with the connections/keeping there rides at aintree rather than sending Ndb over for 2 certs. Still looks a decent double at Taunton tho Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblueoysterbar 19,462 Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 4 hours ago, born a blue nose said: Think it might be more to do with the connections/keeping there rides at aintree rather than sending Ndb over for 2 certs. Still looks a decent double at Taunton tho Yeah, not sure about the Bumper tho. Nico was the most profitable jockey in British jumps racing last season btw, +£105.75 to a £1 stake with a 21% strike rate. Out of the jockeys riding for Mr Henderson at Aintree tomorrow we have the likes of: Coleman -£205.48 to a £1 stake with strike rate of 18% Jacob -£178.96 with 13% Fehily -£125.14 with 10% and Geraghty, McGrath and Bass somewhere in the middle of nowhere. And in conclusion, I need to get out more.  Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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