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Exacta Expose

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This is a truly excellent book. Most handicapping books are pure opinion with only anecdotes to back up the conclusions. Railey's book is packed full of statistics which support his conclusions. And these data weren't available to everyone -- as an insider working with the Lousisana State Police, Railey had access to wagering data directly from the tracks.

Most of the chapters end with a summation of the most notable findings and profitable areas found in that chapter. There's page after page of useful information in this very substantial book.

Also, this book is not just dry statistics. There's a narrative involving some of the larceny that goes on at the racetrack, like jockey Sylvester Carmouche who hid in the fog at the quarter pole at Delta Downs until the other horses came around, and then finished lengths ahead, never having gone around the course. Railey writes well and actually has something to say, unlike many handicapping authors.

In this era of milkshakes and Michael Gill, this book delivers useful information about tote board watching and betting designed to protect the informed bettor. The information may be a bit dated, but very relevant nonetheless. Great stories from Louisiana racing scams in the late '80s, including reference to jockey's who still ride today. I don't see how this book would not be a worthwhile purchase.

The author wastes a book devoted to discussing the statshe used to draw his conclusions on the correct way to betexactas. His "method" ultimately filled only 2 pages. I felt cheated considering the high price of the book. I do not recommend reading it.