Betting At Pinny Basically The Same As Matchbook

jjgold · 08-19-2005, 07:44 PM

Way higher limits at Pinny and long term Pinny beats their numbers

Why go through hassle at Matchbook?

Mudcat · 08-19-2005, 07:56 PM

I haven't tried Matchbook yet but I can offer an answer. Looking at the SBR lines up above, it took me about 3 seconds to find 4 instances where Matchbook has a better line than Pinny - even counting the Matchbook commision.

Sharp players these days shop for the best line.

Big high limits are only important to a small percentage of players.

And Matchbook probably isn't much of a hassle. You have probably blown that way out-of proportion in your mind. I bet it's incredibly easy.

So there are some thoughts on the topic.

jjgold · 08-19-2005, 08:03 PM

Mudder the big difference is money available

Pinny you can get more down on the number

tacomax · 08-19-2005, 08:29 PM

JJ - Matchbook is no hassle. Admittedly I've not used it but I use Betfair/mansion a lot - exchanges are simple. As Mudcat said, the prices beat Pinny hands down more often than not - sharp players want this. In fact any player should want this - why back at -140 at Pinny when you can back at -138 at Matchbook. It's not a lot of difference, but it sure does add up over a season.

As to the limits, you're right - Pinny wins every time. But Matchbook is going to be a better option for the vast majority of players who are never going to reach any limits.

JimL04 · 08-20-2005, 01:08 AM

I use matchbook quite regularily.

They also have live wagering if you are
into it. Granted I probably wager less
than you guys.

But I usually find a line daily at Matchbook that
I prefer to Pinnacle or Mansion.

jjgold · 08-20-2005, 07:36 AM

I will see how book develops and maybe post up there

why · 08-21-2005, 04:08 PM

Without the hassles I am guessing.