Archive for November, 2014

Calm, Cool, and Ready

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 28, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, Uncategorized, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Today is one of my favorite days of the year. Not because of all the great food. OK, that part was a fib, but the best part is gathering together. You put away your cell phones, iPad’s, and other techno gadgets that take you away from the moment. You sit back and bask in the moment, […]

Feeling Thankful

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 25, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Normally I’d be happy for a few winners, and a chance to sit down for a one-of-a-kind meal at mom’s table. But this year is a little different. Oh, I’m still grateful for her culinary delights, but there are a few more things on the table to give thanks. Fold your hands, bow your head, […]

Testing Your Faith

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 20, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

Handicappers are tested from time-to-time. It may come in a bevy of getting beat in a photo, or not finding your horse with a search warrant. Either way, you’ll find that deeper meaning of the game, or you will grab your golf clubs and head out to the links. I once heard the secret to […]

Gamblers, Handicappers, and Visitors

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 20, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

The track was jammed, and traffic is thick. Getting a parking spot was tricky, and finding a seat is a job. But, that was horse racing. The lines were so long you’ll stand and handicap while waiting. That was the scene long ago, and if you head out now. There aren’t enough people to start a fight. You won’t find that “newbie […]

The Action Never Stops

The nation is in a cold snap, and its a doozey. At the time of this blog, it is one month and four days from the start of winter. In my neck of the woods, we’re getting ready to break a low-temperature mark since 1880.  Even as the weatherman spouts bad news, this time of year has a […]

The Cycle of Horse Racing

Most think racing goes to sleep after the Breeders’ Cup. I can see why they would think such a thought, as how do you follow up the biggest weekend of racing? Well, for starters you can start looking at the upcoming tracks, as the cycle starts all over again. Another item on your “to-do-list” should be examining […]

Harder Than You Think

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 9, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

When I was a young man, I used to head out to the races and jump in every promotion offered. They were easy to understand, and if there was a huge prize up for grabs a few thousand would have their entry in the hopper. When I had the golden opportunity to design promotions and contests, I […]

Crystal Ball Wisdom

Leading to the Breeders’ Cup Classic there was a swirl of good humor, sweet talk, and the best is yet to come. They loaded into the gate, the odds are clicking, and human connections have their fingers crossed. The racing world watches with shallow breath, the bell rings and the gates break open. “Annd They’re […]

A Tale of Two Gamblers

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 4, 2014 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | No Comments >>

“Ever since I was kid all I wanted to be was a gambler.”  OK, that’s enough of sounding like the opening scene of Goodfella’s. – After giving it a good think; it’s true. When I was a kid, I wanted to work in the parking lot to be closer to the races. Hell, I thought it […]

First Time Player / Free Saturday Pick Four Selections

I started the day with optimism and energy. Right now, I feel like I have gone 12 rounds with the champ. I stayed up late and got up early, and the Winning Ponies E-Z Win Forms took it to the house ! – I made a few bets, and our pick four hit but sustained a […]