I’m still getting over the shock riding tactics aboard our neddy Norzita last week. With BOBs we hit the bookies at $2.7 and watched it firm to $1.90. You are lucky to see that once a year. Oh how I wish the nightmares would stop! Then our 2nd bet goes around and wins with a leg in the air (as expected) but the best we got was a lousy $1.40.

On paper I thought today threw up a few “must be backed” prospects however on ringing around this morning the mail is confusing. I think we are best served staying out today and keeping our powder dry for next Saturday.

If you are a punt drunk and must indulge I did hear in Melb r4 n10 Agueda did trial extremely well in Sydney before heading south. It is $15 in the betting and may be worth a small e/w bet.

Money lost, nothing lost. Confidence lost, everything lost.

Winter racing is taking its toll on punt drunks and Sydney Colt groupies. Last week our straight out bet ran 2nd while our place bet ran 4th. Bugger! Never mind while we lost a good chunk of our bankroll we are still winning $734 for 2012. Our confidence is still running high despite money lost. I’m happy to splurge on the strength of the mail today. Looking to the future I am already hearing some news about a few 2yo horses who will debut for the Waterhouse and O’Shea yards in early Spring.

Race 1 n2 NORZITA $175 win (BOBs) This neddy is on the way up. Impressive last time and I’m told has improved on the track since.

Race 3 n2 SHE’S A FOX $250 win (BOBs) Sydney Colt groupies won on this neddy last run when its sectionals were sensational. Has already been backed for a fortune in early markets so our return will not be too flash.

Money lost, nothing lost. Confidence lost, everything lost.

Last week saw us gain a handy win of $104 which brought our 2012 winnings to +$1184. Today we welcome Gai back to Saturday racing after an O/S venture. Sydney Colt groupies and punt drunks everywhere know how much we love Gai’s stable. We have some mail for a couple of her runners today so watch out for racing’s first lady!

Race 1 n1 RAMPAGING $250 win (BOBs). We are told this neddy is finally fit and is racing at a suitable distance. Expecting this to lead all the way!

Race 3 n1 DE SHAMEKH $200 place (best of 3 totes) Trials leading into this have only been fair but has apparently improved a ton on the track. Nash should get a lovely run behind the pace.

Money lost, nothing lost. Confidence lost, everything lost.

Confident we can add to our $1000+ profit in 2012 with bets in 2 races today for Sydney Colt groupies. Warwick Farm wont scare punt drunks. No rain this week!

Race 3 n5 She’s A Fox $160 win (BOBs) and n8 Kristy Lee $40 win (BOBs). I would double my bet on SAF but the barrier has me a little concerned. I’m told KL has gone great on the track since an impressive trial.

Race 5 n1 HAPPY HUSSY $140 win (BOBs). Its called class, class and more class. Very well placed on ratings and been racing in good form races.

Money lost, nothing lost. Confidence lost, everything lost.

Last week’s results leaves us with a 2012 profit of $1400. Looking to lift our game this week. I’m happy with the mail but detest betting at Warwick Farm during winter. The plus is that the rain has mainly stayed away this week. Remember to bet BOBs with Luxbet and Betstar. Centrebet have removed their BOBs option – BOO!!!

Race 1 n2 HENDRICUS $140 win BOBs Nothing like starting the day with a Nash ride. This neddy was given no hope last start, is up to its pet distance and is third up. All guns blazing on this one.

Race 2 n4 TURNLEY $100 place (best of 3 totes with corporates) A good judge was impressed how this one beat older horses at its first attempt. Great place value.

Race 3 n3 MISS SPOKEN $80 place (best of 3 totes with corporates) Had no hope last start and will get the run of the race here. At time of posting it is $16 with the corporate bookies. Value.

Money lost, nothing lost. Confidence lost, everything lost.