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wilheim said:
I'm sure many first time visitors would think that therx was a watchdog site, and assume that a platinum book was better than a gold, silver etc. Frequent visitors understand it is a site driven by advertising dollars but I'm sure many people who fall on the site would think just that.
wilheim said:
Come on I asked you a straight up question and you have to be a smart ass about it. For one I didn't ask you about other sites. Most posters here know better but what if someone who is new to offshore sees this and assume these are "unbiased" rankings without doing a search and seeing that BOS is a POS? Don't bother to reply. You've become a real ass lately Wil and to be honest I've never had a problem with you like other posters have but now I can see where they're coming from. I know Marty has put you in a odd position but don't take the shit out on me. By the way how can you think someone is naive if you don't even know (as you claim by assuming above) what is going on around here? LOL Again don't bother to respond.
Go2Guy - whatever, think what you want. No matter what I said it would not make you happy. I tried to answer your question with my own opinion, sorry you didn't like it. As far as being a smart ass that is bullshit and you know it. Also I don't appreciate your comment about me being a tough spot, that is your opinion, and you are welcome to it, but am in anything but a tough spot.
Sounds like you think your another expert on Rx. busniess policy, well you are the one who is naive. Like I said whatever. Nice talking with you.
Sounds like you think your another expert on Rx. busniess policy, well you are the one who is naive. Like I said whatever. Nice talking with you.
wil, the reason these operators buy the bigger ad space is to give the impression they are the best. You must know that. If you did'nt, you do now. Thats why it is disheartening to see a shady book have the biggest ad here at The RX.
Of course most of the sharper posters know BOS is a shit book but what about all the newbies that visit here?
Of course most of the sharper posters know BOS is a shit book but what about all the newbies that visit here?
Chuck Sims said:
This question has been dodged everytime it is asked. That should give you your answer Chuck.
SportsSavant, the new mod put it best...he said they will just have to take their lumps for clicking on a random banner. Unfortunately, it isn't really random when they click on the 1ST BOOK LISTED under TOP SPORTSBOOKS on the homepage...or if they click on the PLATINUM SPONSOR...or if they go to the Sportsbook Review page where BOS is listed as the 1ST PREMIER SPORTSBOOK.
But what would give anyone the impression TheRX is touting them as the top rated book?
I think everyone needs to grow up. Are we really that bored with our lives that we are worried about the sizes of ads on a website? let it go. Responsible gamblers will do their research and pick the best books. irresponsible players will choose a book by the size of their ad. The RX is here to make money first and help us second. When will people realize that we are in the real world?
well I guess pinny isn't #4 anymore...
anyway, I guess I thought the books were ranked because it said "top sportsbooks" and then a list was right underneth it. technically it didn't say they were ranked, but to me when you put something #1 in every list you make it sure implies it.
so then to make sure I checked out theRx's preferred sportsbooks, again listed #1 with a platinum sponsorship
of course I could be reading that wrong too.
maybe BOS is not ranked number one, but here is what the rx has to say about BOS:
BetOnSports Review
Dominant, Relentless, and Exceptional are words that are often associated with BETonSPORTS.com. BOS has numerous years experience in offshore betting and is listed as the number one most preferred sportsbook by major watchdog gambling websites such as www.ISBCouncil.com and www.OSGA.com.
Under the BETonSPORTS corporate umbrella are full services companies for sports wagering, casino and poker. Heading the organization is a management team that possesses the drive to settle for nothing less than absolute perfection in customer service and retention.
BETonSPORTS.com is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. With a staff of over 1100 multi-lingual professionals and customer service representatives that are fully trained to give prompt courteous one-on-one attention. Legal and licensed on 3 continents, BoS is far and away a sportsbook with unparalleled financial stability, a wide array of betting options, and the vision to soar above all expectations.
Located in San José, Costa Rica, BOS offices not only take up most of the 5<SUP>th </SUP>and 6<SUP>th</SUP>, floor of the Mall San Pedro but as well the entire 8th floor and 9<SUP>th</SUP> floor for its day-to-day. As an extra, the 9<SUP>th</SUP> floor also includes VIP suites, Casino, Pool, Spa, and a Gym for its loyal VIP customers.
With over 1.2 million registered customers and more than 1,300 wagering clerks, BoS has more customer service and payout representatives than most Sportsbooks have clients. BOS can be found on the AIM London Stock Exchange (ticker BSS). One of the Top Dogs in the industry, BETonSPORTS.com is getting larger and better every day.
now, technically the Rx didn't say they were ranked #1 on theRx but they sure as hell list them in the #1 spot everywhere on the site.
The industry will take a hit on this one, it will only take one newbie that has a bad experience at BOS to tell all his friends how crappy gambling offshore is, because if it sucks at the best place offshore imagine how bad the service is at other places.
This site has been around a long time, they have a duty to uphold and help nurture the offshore industry. Instead theRx has choosen to tow the corporate line and make a few short term dollars.
anyway, I guess I thought the books were ranked because it said "top sportsbooks" and then a list was right underneth it. technically it didn't say they were ranked, but to me when you put something #1 in every list you make it sure implies it.
so then to make sure I checked out theRx's preferred sportsbooks, again listed #1 with a platinum sponsorship
of course I could be reading that wrong too.
maybe BOS is not ranked number one, but here is what the rx has to say about BOS:
BetOnSports Review
Dominant, Relentless, and Exceptional are words that are often associated with BETonSPORTS.com. BOS has numerous years experience in offshore betting and is listed as the number one most preferred sportsbook by major watchdog gambling websites such as www.ISBCouncil.com and www.OSGA.com.
Under the BETonSPORTS corporate umbrella are full services companies for sports wagering, casino and poker. Heading the organization is a management team that possesses the drive to settle for nothing less than absolute perfection in customer service and retention.
BETonSPORTS.com is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. With a staff of over 1100 multi-lingual professionals and customer service representatives that are fully trained to give prompt courteous one-on-one attention. Legal and licensed on 3 continents, BoS is far and away a sportsbook with unparalleled financial stability, a wide array of betting options, and the vision to soar above all expectations.
Located in San José, Costa Rica, BOS offices not only take up most of the 5<SUP>th </SUP>and 6<SUP>th</SUP>, floor of the Mall San Pedro but as well the entire 8th floor and 9<SUP>th</SUP> floor for its day-to-day. As an extra, the 9<SUP>th</SUP> floor also includes VIP suites, Casino, Pool, Spa, and a Gym for its loyal VIP customers.
With over 1.2 million registered customers and more than 1,300 wagering clerks, BoS has more customer service and payout representatives than most Sportsbooks have clients. BOS can be found on the AIM London Stock Exchange (ticker BSS). One of the Top Dogs in the industry, BETonSPORTS.com is getting larger and better every day.
now, technically the Rx didn't say they were ranked #1 on theRx but they sure as hell list them in the #1 spot everywhere on the site.
The industry will take a hit on this one, it will only take one newbie that has a bad experience at BOS to tell all his friends how crappy gambling offshore is, because if it sucks at the best place offshore imagine how bad the service is at other places.
This site has been around a long time, they have a duty to uphold and help nurture the offshore industry. Instead theRx has choosen to tow the corporate line and make a few short term dollars.
I am somewhat of a newbie in the online sports wagering industry and I don't consider the RX to be what we call a watchdog. IMHO, a watchdog rates operations, good and bad, informs players of new developments and offers a service to help them in case of problems. I believe SBR is the only sportsbooks related website that can be labeled a watchdog.
I see the RX as one of the best, if not the best, sports capping forum. A newbie clicking on a banner before doing any research probably needs to get screwed in order to be taught a lesson. Not only is this internet, but we're also talking about the unregulated offshore gambling industry.
On a side note, if I would have been screwed by a sponsor and not getting any resolution despite asking for help, I wouldn't be encouraging any of those parties. But then again, I do my own research and only play a few books based on my or others assumptions, therefore am responsible for my choices. Same as following a capper and those lock and load picks.
BlueWolf
I see the RX as one of the best, if not the best, sports capping forum. A newbie clicking on a banner before doing any research probably needs to get screwed in order to be taught a lesson. Not only is this internet, but we're also talking about the unregulated offshore gambling industry.
On a side note, if I would have been screwed by a sponsor and not getting any resolution despite asking for help, I wouldn't be encouraging any of those parties. But then again, I do my own research and only play a few books based on my or others assumptions, therefore am responsible for my choices. Same as following a capper and those lock and load picks.
BlueWolf
