So what are the best sportsbooks?

**Marigold HD** · 02-06-13, 01:21 AM

The Greek.......hands down.

**NBAer** · 02-06-13, 01:28 AM

Thanks.
Sorry I forgot to mention I'm an US player. Greeks won't accept US players.

**Sawyer** · 02-06-13, 07:07 AM

Something about TheGreek..

Yes, They don't accept US players. They're a very very reliable company. Never had any payout problems but they're the best book? Don't think so. First of all, their lines suck, usually. Let's say you want to pick Lakers +4.5, check TheGreek and you will see Lakers at +4. What I maen is, their lines are sharp. Not easy to beat definetely. Same goes for pinnacle too. Reduced Juice, Great Odds, Low Bookie Margin but winner side is always juiced, lol.

**filipinho** · 02-06-13, 07:23 AM

Exactly what Sawyer said, for me the best book is the "softest" one.

**Big Bear** · 02-06-13, 09:01 AM

the Wynn has a pretty dope one.

**NBAer** · 02-06-13, 01:11 PM

so what are you guys' suggestions for US player, besides from 5dimes?

BetDSI CS seems pretty good so far. Not sure about their payout as I've not made one there yet. Fees are a little high though.

**onacloud** · 02-06-13, 01:20 PM

Originally posted by NBAer

so what are you guys' suggestions for US player, besides from 5dimes?

BetDSI CS seems pretty good so far. Not sure about their payout as I've not made one there yet. Fees are a little high though.

dsi has been CS I've ever dealt with hands down

5D does have better lines than dsi

**MUHerd37** · 02-06-13, 03:35 PM

Bookmaker and Heritage are good

**apalm8** · 02-06-13, 08:55 PM

I know people hate 5Dimes for whatever reason but those 10c lines are just too sexy for me to stay away...

**seaborneq** · 02-06-13, 09:25 PM

just requested a withdrawal from 5dimes. You can't go wrong with them.

**GunShard** · 02-06-13, 10:52 PM

5 Dimes and any site that's been around for more than 10 years.

**edawg** · 02-06-13, 11:48 PM

Heritage or DSI

**ttrace35** · 02-07-13, 01:27 AM

7red fred

**BigDeem5** · 02-07-13, 02:04 AM

I would try maybe bet revolution.

New book big bonuses.

But if you're playin it safe, heritage or maybe dsi

**the_situation** · 02-07-13, 03:30 AM

Pinny
Matchbook
5dimes
Betpop
Bet365
Bodog
BetDsi

KC · 02-07-13, 09:04 AM

I'd be a little nervous about any shop besides 5D and Bookmaker/DSI for US players

**seaborneq** · 02-07-13, 10:33 AM

Originally posted by seaborneq

just requested a withdrawal from 5dimes. You can't go wrong with them.

Check in hand. Can't beat them, can't do it.

**Peregrine Stoop** · 02-07-13, 11:19 AM

Originally posted by apalm8

I know people hate 5Dimes for whatever reason but those 10c lines are just too sexy for me to stay away...

the limit on those is low for most of us if we're allowed to hit them at all

**seaborneq** · 02-07-13, 11:50 AM

Originally posted by seaborneq

just requested a withdrawal from 5dimes. You can't go wrong with them.

Check in hand. Can't lose with 5dimes. Can't do it.

**EasternPromises** · 02-07-13, 01:12 PM

Despite the recent hiccups and Superbowl fiasco... I've never had a problem with Pinnacle. Recommend to any non-US players looking for a good book, in my opinion.

**alalha** · 02-07-13, 01:45 PM

Heritage

**Vikings2** · 02-07-13, 03:55 PM

Bookmaker and Heritage

**touchback** · 02-11-13, 12:39 PM

Seriously... just gonna cut and post an early post... should be helpful and many to choose from that many offer good bonuses and free payouts once every 30 days as well as reasonable withdrawal fees, and do not forget longevity and backing... very important for long term ability to process payouts. My list:
These are highly recommend...
5Dimes-believe live lines and mobile access ( complete infrastrucutre and solid outfit, Tony is a solid guy, old school around 10yrs+)
YouWager-believe live lines and mobile access (Freddy runs a solid shop, been around 10yrs+))
Heritage-believe live lines and mobile ( Roger/Mike runs a solid shop and has always paid every customer in 10+ years except 1 scammer)
HorizonSports-believe live lines and mobile (Sister of Heritage with good bonuses and free payouts and cover deposit fees of $100, 20yrs)
Alliance-believe live lines and mobile access (Solid backing and free payouts every month, veteran backer and General manager 20yrs+)
Just Bet-Solid (complete infrastructure (Tradewinds family, almost 20yrs)
Bet Gaurdian-believe live lines and mobile access (complete infrastructure, Tradewinds brand, older than dirt, 20yrs)
Up and Comers....
GT Bets- nice bonus and good infrastructure with good backing, a complete shop though new (using old VIP facilities and old staff)
BetRevolution- nice bonus and good infrastructure, making all the right moves and has established a good rep over last 3 to 4 years..
Al rest that are new play at your own risk and any A rated books are solid as rock... look at lines, bonuses, and payout fees and schedules
Good luck my friend and give em hell....
Remember, this just a an opinion and your own research and due diligence is the most Important thing, you are responsible for your choice. Any A rated book is safe they just offer very little bonuses because they do not have too... good luck.

**fitguy67** · 02-11-13, 01:47 PM

FOR US-RESIDENTS...

only "must have" online book available to US-ers is 5dimes (good "sharp" pinnacle-like prices)...

not a bad idea to also have one "square" book as well, such as Bovada which "shades" their prices in a way that is generally crappy...but sometime gives u a nice bargain. Not a really good book tho' (cause i've heard they like to delay ur payouts)...but nice to keep a small amount in there for when there is a "sore thumb" value.

books to use as a secondary backup to 5dimes, IMO are youwager, bookmaker/dsi family, and heritage...they, like 5dimes always pay and don't take forever to do so (i'd avoid BetOnline, BetUS, BetED...and other "one-way $-hotels" like the plague)....others will also thumbs up Legendz, but i'd avoid them too--as a matter of principle cuz they run crooked casino software, know it, and refuse to dump it, says something of mngmt-philosophy

Summary: only book u really need is 5d...Bovada is nice for occasional against-the-grain bargains...youwager or heritage or bookmaker/dsi family are fine as secondary "outs" (nice cuz 5dimes often crashes when u want'em most)...avoid crap like BetUS, BetED, BetOnline, etc. etc.

**touchback** · 02-11-13, 04:55 PM

Originally posted by fitguy67

FOR US-RESIDENTS...

books to use as a secondary backup to 5dimes, IMO are youwager, bookmaker/dsi family, and heritage/family...they, like 5dimes always pay and don't take forever to do so (i'd avoid BetOnline, BetUS, BetED...and other "one-way $-hotels" like the plague)....others will also thumbs up Legendz, but i'd avoid them too--as a matter of principle cuz they run crooked casino software, know it, and refuse to dump it, says something of mngmt-philosophy

Summary: only book u really need is 5d...Bovada is nice for occasional against-the-grain bargains...youwager or heritage or bookmaker/dsi family are fine as secondary "outs" (nice cuz 5dimes often crashes when u want'em most)...avoid crap like BetUS, BetED, BetOnline, etc. etc.

+1
FitGuy... you got that right... except for a small edit. But you know your books and families....

**fitguy67** · 02-11-13, 09:36 PM

right back at you touchback...

taken together posts #24/25 are quite solid...wish i'd seen something lyk this a few years ago

**CaptainOmar111** · 02-12-13, 12:32 AM

Bet365 is the best ever betting site i have ever seen , I received my 1st payment within only 2 hours , Also they have very fast Customer Service ...

**James D** · 02-12-13, 12:40 AM

Originally posted by CaptainOmar111

Bet365 is the best ever betting site i have ever seen , I received my 1st payment within only 2 hours , Also they have very fast Customer Service ...

You joined SBR today just to profess your love for bet365?

**fitguy67** · 02-12-13, 12:22 PM

Originally posted by James D

You joined SBR today just to profess your love for bet365?

Ease up on the new guy, will ya' (with your 5 weeks/12 posts...glass houses and all that)...cuz he makes a valid point (stated perhaps a little TOO enthusiastically)...Omar, if u sing praises to gushingly around here...people will suspect you of "being on the payroll"

FOR non USers...
there are lots of great books with great lightning-fast cashiers, and Bet365 is among...particularly in the "variety of bets available" and "live betting" departments...if these are more important to you than having the tightest spreads, b365 can be heaven

**Microphone** · 02-12-13, 12:58 PM

Originally posted by fitguy67

FOR US-RESIDENTS...

others will also thumbs up Legendz, but i'd avoid them too--as a matter of principle cuz they run crooked casino software, know it, and refuse to dump it, says something of mngmt-philosophy

That's from a Wizard of Odds article from 2011. Five Dimes acknowleged that sofware was bogus and dumped it. Bill Dozer and Legends claim their (Legends) is on the "up and up".

http://forum.sbrforum.com/sportsbooks-industry/1367807-rigged-casino-software-found.html#post12178955

**Bleeth** · 02-12-13, 12:59 PM

Originally posted by fitguy67

FOR non USers...
there are lots of great books with great lightning-fast cashiers, and Bet365 is among...particularly in the "variety of bets available" and "live betting" departments...if these are more important to you than having the tightest spreads, b365 can be heaven

Bet365 indeed looks like heaven when you register (especially when we're talking live betting), but it won't stay that way for long 'cause no one thinks of under 1EUR max bet allowed on some sports when they are talking about bettors heaven.

**Flexible88** · 02-12-13, 05:04 PM

Pinny best imo

**James D** · 02-12-13, 05:19 PM

Originally posted by fitguy67

Ease up on the new guy, will ya' (with your 5 weeks/12 posts...glass houses and all that)...cuz he makes a valid point (stated perhaps a little TOO enthusiastically)...Omar, if u sing praises to gushingly around here...people will suspect you of "being on the payroll"

FOR non USers...
there are lots of great books with great lightning-fast cashiers, and Bet365 is among...

We all have a join date, mine happens to be jan 2013. However my first posts, and I have 200+ not 12, are not glowing endorsements of some sportsbook that may or may not be screwing bettors. Commenting that it looks a little fishy is hardly out of line, you did the same thing actually.

Mods can verify I am not a gimmick acct and have never been on SBR before my join date. The betislands issue helped me find sbr through google. I do not bet offshore I use a local, its a shame we do not have the same options others have. It would save people tons of hassle and abuse

**neverstoppers23** · 02-12-13, 05:20 PM

if you want the best sportsbook that will never screw you in a million years and want a good casino intertops is your guy.