need a new sportsbook to use - Sports Handicapping, Betting & Picks

andyman009 · 02-21-2008, 03:43 PM

Hello everyone,

I've been using sportsbook.com for quite some time now, but I received a very fishy email from them today telling me my withdrawal has been put on hold, and also asking me to verify my identity with them. This is extremely fishy because I didn't even have a pending withdrawal when they sent the email. Because of the shady nature of this business, I decided to find myself a new sportsbook to use, however there are just so many out there that I don't know where to start or who to trust. I LOVED the buying points and all sport parlay card ability that sportsbook.com had, can anybody refer me to a new sportsbook? Thanks in advance for your responses.

rake922 · 02-21-2008, 03:51 PM

Matchbook

CrazyLou · 02-21-2008, 03:58 PM

5Dimes will let you buy as many points as you like and parlay whatever you want, I would recommend them for your needs sir. Checks also arrive within 2-3 business days (payout fees are $30), or you can opt for a free payout once every 30 days, so long as it's $500 or more and requested on Monday between 9am-1pm.

andrewaxia · 02-21-2008, 03:58 PM

I know many people have had bad experiences with sportsbook.com, but I have been using it since January and have not had a single problem. Have cashed out $2500 four times, once for 1,5000 and one for a small amount as a test. Payouts were fast as well as I received the check within 7-10 business days (I know it's not as fast as other books but I've heard horror stories of months to get a check by some)

I've only had a problem with one payout done on 2-6. I actually recieved the check today. Last friday they said it was sent DHL but DHL didnt have shipping info on their site and they told me to contact the shipper. After an email they said they know there is a problem and will fix it ASAP and 2 days ago it was fixed.

Although I am planning on moving gradually to The Greek only because I've heard they have very fast payouts.

HedgeHog · 02-21-2008, 03:59 PM

Rake: Matchbook doesn't allow parlays or buying points, which this guy wants (try reading his post before responding).

Andy: Consider Betonline for parlay specials and point buying (just 10 cents on/off the college 3). Ignore Rake, he's been in the sun too long again!

andyman009 · 02-21-2008, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by HedgeHog

Rake: Matchbook doesn't allow parlays or buying points, which this guy wants (try reading his post before responding).

Andy: Consider Betonline for parlay specials and point buying (just 10 cents on/off the college 3). Ignore Rake, he's been in the sun too long again!

yea i couldnt quite figure out matchbook.....

thanks everyone for all your input, amazingly fast responses too

CrazyLou · 02-21-2008, 04:10 PM

I wouldn't recommend BOL to him, aren't their payout fees like $50? Plus I don't think anyone could argue that they are anywhere near as secure or established as 5Dimes, regardless of their rating. For his needs I say 5Dimes is his best bet, I wonder if Bigboydan would agree.

bigboydan · 02-21-2008, 05:05 PM

I would agree with 5Dimes crazyl.

From deposit options, vig, and withdraw fees, and everything in between. 5Dimes would offer the most bang for your buck Andyman009. Especially now that they are offering reduce vig on NBA and NHL games.

BigBollocks · 02-21-2008, 05:07 PM

For your particular needs, I would probably suggest 5Dimes as well. GL...

andyman009 · 02-21-2008, 05:16 PM

i dont like the western union money gram requirement for betsonline...

bigboydan · 02-21-2008, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by andyman009

i dont like the western union money gram requirement for betsonline...

Actually WU and MG is my preferred choice, however I can understand & respect your views on the subject sir.

FWIW: I do recall reading that a few SBR posters have posted that BetOnline does accept credit card deposits if you call them up to process the transaction.

andyman009 · 02-21-2008, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bigboydan

Actually WU and MG is my preferred choice, however I can understand & respect your views on the subject sir.

FWIW: I do recall reading that a few SBR posters have posted that BetOnline does accept credit card deposits if you call them up to process the transaction.

yes however the initial deposit cant be a credit card deposit...

frostno98 · 02-21-2008, 05:42 PM

Betpop B- from reputable First Fidelity group. It's a rec book, late lines, with very high parlay payoffs, haven't cashout from them but the payout is said to be 4 to 5 days by check. Various easy deposit option, but doesn't have a high credit card acceptance rate as sportsbook.com though. You might have to use primapin or an AllAcessVisa card to deposit

CrazyLou · 02-21-2008, 05:57 PM

The only thing that scares me about FF books, (they've paid me promptly in the past), is their excessive cold-calling. I get the feeling that a bad year could really put them under, and if that's the case I wouldn't want to rely on any meaningful payout from them. I use them situationally only.

xyzky · 02-21-2008, 05:58 PM

I live in Reno and am tired of driving to the casino everytime I want to bet on something (which is like everyday). I use to have an online account with sportsinteraction a long time ago. How can I put money on and take money off while living in the U.S?

bigboydan · 02-21-2008, 05:58 PM

BetEd offers credit card deposits as well as Echecks to it's U.S. players Andy. You might want to check them out as well. However, I truly fee that 5Dimes has more to offer with the exception of your payment solutions needs.

xyzky · 02-21-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bigboydan

BetEd offers credit card deposits as well as Echecks to it's U.S. players Andy. You might want to check them out as well. However, I truly fee that 5Dimes has more to offer with the exception of your payment solutions needs.

I will check both of these site out. Thank you.