I asked a civil question, if you don't like it, don't reply.
I actually gave a pretty decent appraisal earlier in the forum of my choice and my reasoning for why it would go well and it received nil response, but you don't get me whining about it, whereas we have only just got your tip without any reasoning of yours other than you usually oppose the favourite but this time choose not to.
There are serious horse racing forums out there where reasoning is plentiful, maybe you want to try those rather than picking at people in here just wanting to post the name of the horse.
I actually gave a pretty decent appraisal earlier in the forum of my choice and my reasoning for why it would go well and it received nil response, but you don't get me whining about it, whereas we have only just got your tip without any reasoning of yours other than you usually oppose the favourite but this time choose not to.
There are serious horse racing forums out there where reasoning is plentiful, maybe you want to try those rather than picking at people in here just wanting to post the name of the horse.
Point 1 - see post 3 and you will see my selection and reasoning
Point 2 - this is a SPORTS fourm, to post in it you must be seeking out a sports thread so therefore you have an interest or knowledge in sport. The pinstickers Grand National thread will be in chatter or general not sport
Point 1 - see post 3 and you will see my selection and reasoning
Point 2 - this is a SPORTS fourm, to post in it you must be seeking out a sports thread so therefore you have an interest or knowledge in sport. The pinstickers Grand National thread will be in chatter or general not sport
Sorry, Iike most people I couldn't really be bothered trawling back 40 odd posts. Again I note you have no observations on my choice of Tidal Bay or the reasoning.
On the other point great work as the sports forums self appointed moderator. If people want to post a horse whether they like its form or it has a name connection then they should be allowed to do so without you butting in. I wasn't even rude about it, I just don't know why everyone has to come up with reasoning.
Sorry, Iike most people I couldn't really be bothered trawling back 40 odd posts. Again I note you have no observations on my choice of Tidal Bay or the reasoning.
On the other point great work as the sports forums self appointed moderator. If people want to post a horse whether they like its form or it has a name connection then they should be allowed to do so without you butting in. I wasn't even rude about it, I just don't know why everyone has to come up with reasoning.
I like Tidal Bay but don't fancy it to win tomorrow. Hope he gets around safely but others catch my eye more
DS rule state posts should be constructive, I was merely asking people why they selected that particular horse. I am intrigued to know as it helps me decide on my other bets too, is that such a hardship to ask ? Plus you are assuming they are name selections etc, Bob posted his reasoning so thanks to him. Only person who hasn't was the guy on page one who selected a horse which isn't even running. He said it was "easy money" so I asked him why. Nothing wrong with that is there ?
ps - as this is post 31, how do you get a total of 40 odd posts ?
Night In Milan was declared when the question was asked so I don't see why it is a problem.
I cant really be bothered arguing with you. You aren't exactly the most civil with your own posts, to tell the truth.
I am sure those posting horses without reasoning are hardly breaking rules on the need to be constructive. If people want to give it fine if not then leave them alone.
Night In Milan was declared when the question was asked so I don't see why it is a problem.
I cant really be bothered arguing with you. You aren't exactly the most civil with your own posts, to tell the truth.
I am sure those posting horses without reasoning are hardly breaking rules on the need to be constructive. If people want to give it fine if not then leave them alone.
Night In Milan was never in the 40
Please don't resort to rudeness about me, that is uncalled for.
I never said they were breaking rules, I was merely pointing out that anybody posting in a sports thread, not chatter, not general, must know a bit about sport so I was asking them why they chose the horse they did.
You started the argument and now resorting to personal insults. No need for that Alan.
I hope you have fun at Aintree tomorrow. Only being the once myself, 2003, but it was a cracking day out. Boiling hot too I remember but came home a damn sight bloody poorer than when I set off. Ha
NAME - Colbert Station REASON - I like Stephen Colbert
NAME - One in a Milan REASON - Reminds me of Italian football innit
NAME - Shakalakaboomboom REASON - I used to love NBA Jam, although in one version the term was actually 'boomshakalaka' so I may seek refund
NAME - Tidal Bay REASON - Standing Ovation was withdrawn
NAME - Monbeg Dude REASON - Up until I was 12 we'd always go to Scotland every year because half my family's from there. I used to always look forward to it, but not the five hour train journey! My family would always laugh at me for being English which I took in good humour. One year we went to St Andrews and my dad played golf there, another year I remember going to Ayr. Freezing it was out on the beach but so tranquil with it. Anyway, while playing around some bigger boys came over and threatened to beat me up. I asked them not to and they said it wasn't good enough. What do you want me to do? I asked. "'Mon, beg dude" they said.
Can't look away from Balthazar King, again took it at Chelteham.
Monbeg Dude and Triolo D'Alene also.
Undecided on my outsider each way.
I backed Triolo D'Alene in the Gold Cup, he jumped well and looks like he can go all day but I would rather him be ridden by AP.
I don't know if it is just me but there seem to be a lot of Cheltenham horses in the National this year. Well seems that way to me, probably no more or less than usual.
Please don't resort to rudeness about me, that is uncalled for.
I never said they were breaking rules, I was merely pointing out that anybody posting in a sports thread, not chatter, not general, must know a bit about sport so I was asking them why they chose the horse they did.
You started the argument and now resorting to personal insults. No need for that Alan.
I hope you have fun at Aintree tomorrow. Only being the once myself, 2003, but it was a cracking day out. Boiling hot too I remember but came home a damn sight bloody poorer than when I set off. Ha
Havent put a single personal insult your way, nothing you haven't produced yourself to me.
I wasn't even seeking an argument, I was just saying we don't need everyone to play Jim McGrath when selecting horses once a year for fun. Nothing more or less than that.
I have done OK today, made up for Thursday which was a complete duck egg. Have got something from every race so far, with three winners and two good each ways. Done Ataglance and a small one on Citizenship which is obviously a rank outsider.
No but at the time he was discussed he was still very much amongst those who might have made the final cut. Only three needed to be dropped out for him to get in.
I doubt personally he would have had much hope anyway.
Havent put a single personal insult your way, nothing you haven't produced yourself to me.
I wasn't even seeking an argument, I was just saying we don't need everyone to play Jim McGrath when selecting horses once a year for fun. Nothing more or less than that.
I have done OK today, made up for Thursday which was a complete duck egg. Have got something from every race so far, with three winners and two good each ways. Done Ataglance and a small one on Citizenship which is obviously a rank outsider.
You have said my posts aren't civil and you have insulted me in another thread in football, which is totally unrelated. I will leave it at that but bad form Alan.
I am doing alright in the tipping comp. Might be leading actually, but I haven't had a single bet yet. Saving myself for tomorrow when it all goes belly up
He was ok at Liverpool, but hasn't done much for us.
I'm not really into horse racing, prefer to lose my money on football. But it's that time of the year, so I've been looking at the National form.
I'm going for Rocky Creek and Mountainous. Rocky Creek appears to have a touch of class and 16/1 seems a reasonable price. Mountainous stays forever, but probably lacks the pace to make any impression. But at 40/1 he should at least finish, and who knows ?
Teaforthree seems poor value for money to me, Tidal Bay is a 13 year old (bit long in the tooth? ) Long Run's jumping can be suspect ( according to some "expert" I was reading)
To be honest, I haven't a clue. But it's always fun trying to beat the bookies.
I love Rocky Creek. He has star quality. I think he might love this test.
Yes, that's what I thought. You obviously know your stuff, do you think it might be a bit too soon for him ? He's only an 8 year old and hasn't had much experience.
Picking your brains, are there any horses this year that have been trained with this race specifically in mind ? I've always noticed in other years that they can sometimes surprise the market, maybe not winning but gaining a place at long odds.
I really fancied Tidal Bay last year and he didn't make the race due to injury, this year I've seen nothing to change my mind about him still being my big fancy.
Stays all day, been targeted at the race all season, probably the class horse in the field (along with Long Run), well in at the weights even as top weight.
Negatives are the trends, 13 year olds haven't won for donkeys years and top weight hasn't won since Red Rum! I won with Neptune Collonges in 2012 though and the trends said grays never win before him so take that for what you want
I bet there are more people on here who tip the winner AFTER the race than before it Happens every year.
General Discussion is letting me down this year, made it to the eve of the race and there isn't a 'ban the grand national' thread from the once a year animal rights activists they're slacking!
As sure as someone will be aftertiming on here backing the winner there will be that thread before 4:30 tomorrow it's Digital Spy tradition
General Discussion is letting me down this year, made it to the eve of the race and there isn't a 'ban the grand national' thread from the once a year animal rights activists they're slacking!
As sure as someone will be aftertiming on here backing the winner there will be that thread before 4:30 tomorrow it's Digital Spy tradition
You are kidding Ned ? Wow, that must be a record. Bound to be one though
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I love Long Run, such a great horse.
Good luck mate
I actually gave a pretty decent appraisal earlier in the forum of my choice and my reasoning for why it would go well and it received nil response, but you don't get me whining about it, whereas we have only just got your tip without any reasoning of yours other than you usually oppose the favourite but this time choose not to.
There are serious horse racing forums out there where reasoning is plentiful, maybe you want to try those rather than picking at people in here just wanting to post the name of the horse.
Point 1 - see post 3 and you will see my selection and reasoning
Point 2 - this is a SPORTS fourm, to post in it you must be seeking out a sports thread so therefore you have an interest or knowledge in sport. The pinstickers Grand National thread will be in chatter or general not sport
Sorry, Iike most people I couldn't really be bothered trawling back 40 odd posts. Again I note you have no observations on my choice of Tidal Bay or the reasoning.
On the other point great work as the sports forums self appointed moderator. If people want to post a horse whether they like its form or it has a name connection then they should be allowed to do so without you butting in. I wasn't even rude about it, I just don't know why everyone has to come up with reasoning.
I like Tidal Bay but don't fancy it to win tomorrow. Hope he gets around safely but others catch my eye more
DS rule state posts should be constructive, I was merely asking people why they selected that particular horse. I am intrigued to know as it helps me decide on my other bets too, is that such a hardship to ask ? Plus you are assuming they are name selections etc, Bob posted his reasoning so thanks to him. Only person who hasn't was the guy on page one who selected a horse which isn't even running. He said it was "easy money" so I asked him why. Nothing wrong with that is there ?
ps - as this is post 31, how do you get a total of 40 odd posts ?
I cant really be bothered arguing with you. You aren't exactly the most civil with your own posts, to tell the truth.
I am sure those posting horses without reasoning are hardly breaking rules on the need to be constructive. If people want to give it fine if not then leave them alone.
Night In Milan was never in the 40
Please don't resort to rudeness about me, that is uncalled for.
I never said they were breaking rules, I was merely pointing out that anybody posting in a sports thread, not chatter, not general, must know a bit about sport so I was asking them why they chose the horse they did.
You started the argument and now resorting to personal insults. No need for that Alan.
I hope you have fun at Aintree tomorrow. Only being the once myself, 2003, but it was a cracking day out. Boiling hot too I remember but came home a damn sight bloody poorer than when I set off. Ha
NAME - Colbert Station
REASON - I like Stephen Colbert
NAME - One in a Milan
REASON - Reminds me of Italian football innit
NAME - Shakalakaboomboom
REASON - I used to love NBA Jam, although in one version the term was actually 'boomshakalaka' so I may seek refund
NAME - Tidal Bay
REASON - Standing Ovation was withdrawn
NAME - Monbeg Dude
REASON - Up until I was 12 we'd always go to Scotland every year because half my family's from there. I used to always look forward to it, but not the five hour train journey! My family would always laugh at me for being English which I took in good humour. One year we went to St Andrews and my dad played golf there, another year I remember going to Ayr. Freezing it was out on the beach but so tranquil with it. Anyway, while playing around some bigger boys came over and threatened to beat me up. I asked them not to and they said it wasn't good enough. What do you want me to do? I asked. "'Mon, beg dude" they said.
Also, he seems to be in decent form.
Monbeg Dude and Triolo D'Alene also.
Undecided on my outsider each way.
I backed Triolo D'Alene in the Gold Cup, he jumped well and looks like he can go all day but I would rather him be ridden by AP.
I don't know if it is just me but there seem to be a lot of Cheltenham horses in the National this year. Well seems that way to me, probably no more or less than usual.
Havent put a single personal insult your way, nothing you haven't produced yourself to me.
I wasn't even seeking an argument, I was just saying we don't need everyone to play Jim McGrath when selecting horses once a year for fun. Nothing more or less than that.
I have done OK today, made up for Thursday which was a complete duck egg. Have got something from every race so far, with three winners and two good each ways. Done Ataglance and a small one on Citizenship which is obviously a rank outsider.
No but at the time he was discussed he was still very much amongst those who might have made the final cut. Only three needed to be dropped out for him to get in.
I doubt personally he would have had much hope anyway.
You have said my posts aren't civil and you have insulted me in another thread in football, which is totally unrelated. I will leave it at that but bad form Alan.
I am doing alright in the tipping comp. Might be leading actually, but I haven't had a single bet yet. Saving myself for tomorrow when it all goes belly up
Maybe he liked Neville Chamberlain?
I didn't like any Tories
He was ok at Liverpool, but hasn't done much for us.
I'm not really into horse racing, prefer to lose my money on football. But it's that time of the year, so I've been looking at the National form.
I'm going for Rocky Creek and Mountainous. Rocky Creek appears to have a touch of class and 16/1 seems a reasonable price. Mountainous stays forever, but probably lacks the pace to make any impression. But at 40/1 he should at least finish, and who knows ?
Teaforthree seems poor value for money to me, Tidal Bay is a 13 year old (bit long in the tooth? ) Long Run's jumping can be suspect ( according to some "expert" I was reading)
To be honest, I haven't a clue. But it's always fun trying to beat the bookies.
Yes, that's what I thought. You obviously know your stuff, do you think it might be a bit too soon for him ? He's only an 8 year old and hasn't had much experience.
Picking your brains, are there any horses this year that have been trained with this race specifically in mind ? I've always noticed in other years that they can sometimes surprise the market, maybe not winning but gaining a place at long odds.
Stays all day, been targeted at the race all season, probably the class horse in the field (along with Long Run), well in at the weights even as top weight.
Negatives are the trends, 13 year olds haven't won for donkeys years and top weight hasn't won since Red Rum! I won with Neptune Collonges in 2012 though and the trends said grays never win before him so take that for what you want
I bet there are more people on here who tip the winner AFTER the race than before it
2 Balthazar King
3 Tidal Bay
4 The Package
5 Hawkes Point
Really open this year, stack of decent 40/1 shots, Across the Bay is another.
As sure as someone will be aftertiming on here backing the winner there will be that thread before 4:30 tomorrow it's Digital Spy tradition
You are kidding Ned ? Wow, that must be a record. Bound to be one though