On this forum....we know players that are successful. Why is one player a good handicapper but yet a track loser? Why is one player less of diligent handicapper but still manages to win? It seams to me that a winning player must properly select his spots, manage his bankroll effectively, be diciplined with his observations/note taking, be "even-keeled" emotionally, be flexible with his wagering approach and always vigilant in improving his handicapping abilities. {Nothing seems to work all the time ....and something seems to work part of the time.}