Screwed by off-shore book...

[jjflan]

I've been placing my bets every day through a publicly traded Costa Rican book called "ALLTRACKS". A few days ago when I went to the site (www.alltracks.com (http://www.alltracks.com/)) I got a message that said basically everything (including my bankroll) is currently suspended because of court action. I know there's been some arrests recently because of taking illegal sports bets although AllTracks hasn't been mentioned specifically. If any PA members have a handle on what's going on, I'd appreciate a heads-up. Also, some recommendations about reliable online books that specialize in horses would be greatly appreciated.

Jim Flanagan

[Dave Schwartz]

Jim,

Check your PM.

Regards,
Dave Schwartz

[santanajimi]

It looks as if the thing to do is to bail out of any off shore book, why risk it ?

[ELA]

I've heard the same story from several others -- and -- all were using different websites. I would be calling any contact people. Best of luck in working this out.


Eric

[BlueShoe]

Was seriously considering opening an account with Pin.Does this mean that it might be a good idea to hold off for awhile?

[santanajimi]

I know of guys that actually bet 30-50k a week thru pinnacle....they dont seem to be worried....but then again, if they got locked out of the site, and got beat for the $$, it isnt the last money they have....i would be worried, but pinnacle is a HUGE company..

[Rico8812]

Is that book associated w/ BetOnSports? that is the company who's CEO got picked up. They are the biggest offshore company in the world and run numerous books under the BOS umbrella. If they are a part of that company, you should be ok. If they aren't, you may be screwed, ie: this small time company was tanking and used this latest incident as a way to close up shop.

Anyways, good luck, and try not to play with any relatively unknown books in the future.

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