My RDSS Experience!

[Maxspa]

All,
The initial setup with Trackmaster and RDSS went smoothly. Another session or two with the software re: getting familiar with the process and I
was able to begin handicapping a Belmont Card. Being a former Sartin user and having gone to a couple of Las Vegas seminars in the 90's, I was quite impressed with the software development. The choices one has to evaluate a race are many and credit must be given to Ted, Bill and Richie for both their knowledge and computer skills.
Successful handicapping is always the goal no matter what level the person is at. When one begins using a new program, there is a lot of fundamental learning that must take place before you can meet your goals.
The one advantage that users have is to utilize the learning opportunities on this web site. I've gone over Ted's, Bill's and Richie's handicapping approaches several times to become familiar with and incorporate some of the ideas presented into my approach.
I'm a 3x5 card guy and I've gone through several cards taking notes and then reviewing them. I have used a card for each race making sure that I have included the important data. When the race is completed I go back and circle the horses number in that racing category. This step I feel gives me confidence in using areas of the program are stronger than others at my track.
The area of difficulty for me is picking pacelines. It seemed easy when I
looked at the experts choices on the videos. It's been a while since I've picked pacelines and with daily practice I know it will get better. Review after the races have been run, helps as well.
Belmont has been my track of choice for this work in progress. The rainy weather has resulted in races coming off the turf with lots of scratches. So to evaluate one's progress accurately you have to take into account this variable as well.
This handicapping software process has been an enjoyable challenge! I have the patience not to bet my selections because I know it will affect the
necessary learning that has to take place first. That way there is no pressure to force selections. Saratoga will be on the docket soon enough!
Remember, this is one handicapper's opinion! It may help some users and some it may not. Let's hear some other suggestions!
Maxspa