Happy Sunrise Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 I always anticipate the new grass season with glee. Does anyone have any knowledge they would like to share about how they approach the new grass track betting season? It can be a minefield but I like that. Personally, I like to see at least 2 runs under the belt so they are fit for the grass track slog (track was slow last weekend) and a good draw. There are also trainers who seem to do well on the grass. Namely, John Hay, Leo O'Reilly, Dean Taylor etc. Any other factors that people take into account? Not race fixing or drivers on E but aspects of punting such as course form eg Quite Ideal. Or does one just approach it like any other meeting? Thoughts please, I am very interested. 1 Quote
Flagship uberalles Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 I am always drawn to Sam ottley on the grass....,(I like the way she drives as well?) I like the way she is quite aggressive alot of the time to get to the front or get there and trail....Im like you happy, I love when the grass track racing gets going. 2 Quote
Happy Sunrise Posted September 12, 2018 Author Posted September 12, 2018 15 minutes ago, Flagship uberalles said: I am always drawn to Sam ottley on the grass.. Always good on the grass isn't she. Probably brought up on the green stuff at Orari. Matty Williamson is underrated on the grass too. Has gone well at Methven before. Breeny's Cullen might be worth a look as those two make a good combo. 1 Quote
Newmarket Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 I see Awaytocullect in r6 & r7? R6 is very weak, would start fav, so hope it starts r7. No luck last couple, grows a leg on grass, the only certainty all day. Rachmanicov will like grass too, should be a good bet, even with trev? 2 Quote
Flagship uberalles Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, Happy Sunrise said: Always good on the grass isn't she. Probably brought up on the green stuff at Orari. Matty Williamson is underrated on the grass too. Has gone well at Methven before. Breeny's Cullen might be worth a look as those two make a good combo. Yes, if you get on those horses that take to the grass and a good driver combo, You can have a really profitable season following them...I find the tips from the harness section when we were on R.C and now here on the grass were pretty spot on..... 1 Quote
wally Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 does anyone think the sprint lane has made a difference at methven Quote
Happy Sunrise Posted September 12, 2018 Author Posted September 12, 2018 17 minutes ago, Flagship uberalles said: Yes, if you get on those horses that take to the grass and a good driver combo, Too true. 18 minutes ago, Flagship uberalles said: I find the tips from the harness section when we were on R.C and now here on the grass were pretty spot on..... Very much so. Some big odds too. All the tipsters have migrated to BOAY now, though. 2 Quote
Newmarket Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 5 minutes ago, wally said: does anyone think the sprint lane has made a difference at methven Nah, not really. One thing i do like about Methven, usually the horses that handle grass & that long straight win. Dont have too many unlucky in the run 1 Quote
Flagship uberalles Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 1 minute ago, Newmarket said: Nah, not really. One thing i do like about Methven, usually the horses that handle grass & that long straight win. Dont have too many unlucky in the run Its a pretty true track, like you say everything seems to have a chance 1 Quote
Happy Sunrise Posted September 12, 2018 Author Posted September 12, 2018 8 minutes ago, wally said: does anyone think the sprint lane has made a difference at methven Good question. When did it come in? I am not knowledgeable enough to comment. however, it is a big straight so I think most would have got a chance regardless. Quote
Flagship uberalles Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 How's this for a great Methven cup field, some class animals racing over 2miles on the grass for $5000 I can't remember, but was Methven just a trotting grass track or have thoroughbreds ever used it? 3 Quote
Counter Punch Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 It can take a bit of figuring out which horses, because there are often a few that stick out. But I can honestly say that I've had some of my best luck through workouts and trials held by Mt Hutt at Methven. If you're within distance of the place, it can be well worth a drive out on a Saturday or Sunday morning when they're on. You'll be sure to spot a few winners for the coming weeks. Here's last week's trial results: https://infohorse.hrnz.co.nz/datahr/trials/090870tr.htm Gold Chain and Wainui Creek two of the most impressive last weekend. 1 1 Quote
Newmarket Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Flagship uberalles said: How's this for a great Methven cup field, some class animals racing over 2miles on the grass for $5000 I can't remember, but was Methven just a trotting grass track or have thoroughbreds ever used it? Top field Quote
Nowornever Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 12 hours ago, Flagship uberalles said: How's this for a great Methven cup field, some class animals racing over 2miles on the grass for $5000 I can't remember, but was Methven just a trotting grass track or have thoroughbreds ever used it? I was there on the day brings back some great memories 2 1 Quote
hunterthepunter Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 always a great days racing there love grass track racing 1 1 Quote
Mardy Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 13 hours ago, Flagship uberalles said: Yes, if you get on those horses that take to the grass and a good driver combo, You can have a really profitable season following them...I find the tips from the harness section when we were on R.C and now here on the grass were pretty spot on..... I love the grass....and the racing as well ?.Look out for my tips on Sunday. 1 2 Quote
Flagship uberalles Posted September 12, 2018 Posted September 12, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, Nowornever said: I was there on the day brings back some great memories I would have been 14 and can remember having a $1 2x2 Double total cost $4 stortford Lodge and mister woodchips in the first leg, and looking at race 8 on that particular day, I would have had isotronic and muricata miss (also down the track)..I went with names in those days and always stayed loyal! Edited September 12, 2018 by Flagship uberalles 2 Quote
hunterthepunter Posted September 13, 2018 Posted September 13, 2018 I LIKED THE OLD METHVEN TRACK WHEN THE STRAIGHT WAS LONGER MADE A REAL STAYERS RACE OF IT 3 Quote
Nowornever Posted September 13, 2018 Posted September 13, 2018 58 minutes ago, hunterthepunter said: I LIKED THE OLD METHVEN TRACK WHEN THE STRAIGHT WAS LONGER MADE A REAL STAYERS RACE OF IT Me too. It made the Methven track one of a kind. Someone start a petition bring back the long straight. 3 Quote
Mardy Posted September 13, 2018 Posted September 13, 2018 22 minutes ago, Nowornever said: Me too. It made the Methven track one of a kind. Someone start a petition bring back the long straight. Yip me too.Remember going there some 30 odd years ago when i was a wee fella and seeing them in the distance charging up the long home straight.Should get rid of the houses and bring the long straight back. 1 1 Quote
Happy Sunrise Posted September 13, 2018 Author Posted September 13, 2018 5 hours ago, hunterthepunter said: I LIKED THE OLD METHVEN TRACK WHEN THE STRAIGHT WAS LONGER MADE A REAL STAYERS RACE OF IT The straight used to be longer???? Are you for real? Did it start in the middle of the township! 2 Quote
Nowornever Posted September 13, 2018 Posted September 13, 2018 (edited) 28 minutes ago, Happy Sunrise said: The straight used to be longer???? Are you for real? Did it start in the middle of the township! The track used to be 1600 metres (one mile) in circumference with a 400-metre (two-furlong) straight, but much smaller now. Edited September 13, 2018 by Nowornever 1 Quote
Rangatira Posted September 13, 2018 Posted September 13, 2018 35 minutes ago, Nowornever said: The track used to be 1600 metres (one mile) in circumference with a 400-metre (two-furlong) straight, but much smaller now. seem to remember 16ft rise from 400 to winning post back then Quote
Happy Sunrise Posted September 13, 2018 Author Posted September 13, 2018 7 hours ago, Rangatira said: seem to remember 16ft rise from 400 to winning post back then 1600 to just under 1400. I prefer the current situation or else they just too far away. One of the best harness racing venues ever is Methven. Quote
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