Parlay vs Straight Bet

KillaRSox · May 28, 2008

Just wanted to get everybodys input on how they feel is the best way to bet sports. I've always parlayed teams probably because i dont bet nickels and dimes. ???

Gator627 · May 28, 2008

I almost never parlay.

CarolinaKid · May 28, 2008

i say NEVER parlay as in the long run you are playing into your book.only parlay with the book money.and never parlay to get even etc.gl.ck

PhilMoneyMargonis · May 28, 2008

like ck says it favours the house when you parlay. obviously it's more difficult to win 2+ wagers than just 1 so it reduces your chances of winning.

some guys risk a low amount and parlay a few games to try for a big payout and that's alright on the occasion.

only times i will parlay is for a couple big favs,

those are you two times parlays are kost useful

straight bets is the smartest way to wager however don't let anyone tell you otherwise

carlitosway · May 28, 2008

Straight bet is WTG...

It enhances your chances of actually making some coin at sports betting. If you play parlays or other exotics it hurts your pocket more.

DimeByDesign · May 28, 2008

I start parlaying when I hit a hot streak. Putting together a run with parlays can be huge. if I hit one negative day, I am back to single bets only.

CarolinaKid · May 28, 2008

a good example , why do you think your home town bookie love giving them little parlay sheets out , where you got to win at least 3 games.parlays are suckers bets......ck

honkee · May 28, 2008

the only time u would parlay are heavy chalks especially in baseball, and most of the time the heavy chalk loses.
Even if your betting smaller amounts youll see that single bets over the long run win you more.
Its a slow process and iaint got nothing but time, nothings worst than the feeling you get when you have to reload.....bank on that