What they’re saying about Watching Racehorses:

Internet:

“The potential impact of this book is considerable since the track may once more become populated by serious horse watchers” Dr Paul McGreevy, RIRDC Equine Research News – http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/rirdc/articles/behav/watching.html

“This book is the most outstanding and useful general text on observing pre-race horse behaviour that I have yet read….New and serious horse players alike, who attend the track and are not too proud to be open to learning more, will gain immensely from this book.” Tony Acciano, High Stakes Bookshop – http://www.gamblingbooks.co.uk/bookshop/titleinfo.php?item=2161

“This reader found herself laughing out loud in parts of the book, finding it difficult to put down. However, I would warn prospective readers about adult themes and coarse language within the book” Helen Moreland, On Course, The Victorian Bookmakers Association – http://www.vicbookmakers.com.au/oncourse/Autumn2003/review.htm

Press:

“There have been great libraries filled with fresh works on horse racing’s sexier theories on how to pick winners and greater dustbins to which the vast majority have eventually been consigned. But a set of ideas, based in science, and pointing the way to picking losers is new, strangely respectable and something every punter knows he or she is capable of understanding” Alan Aitken, South China Morning Post

“In less than 24 hours I had read all 234 pages and been totally fascinated by what Geoffrey had written………..do yourself a favour and grab a copy” Paul Richards, Winning Post

“Above all go to the races. Real horse watchers can only be found on course” Rebecca Allison, The Press, Christchurch, New Zealand

“I have watched this man’s behaviour for almost two decades now – and I have always been impressed. And his writing is just as impressive. Watching Racehorses is a great read.” Ellie Bradbeer, Flemington Kensington News

“That’s why Watching Racehorses is so important. It is the best work on the subject” Max Presnell, Sydney Morning Herald

“Watching Racehorses is the “bible” you need if you’re to be as successful at just looking as the good doctor” Jon Hudson, Practical Punting Monthly

Television:

Neil: “Well, it’s death or glory, Geoff. What are you going to back?”

Geoff: “I’ll put it on the 8, Command Force”

Neil: “Well, he’ll either be a hero or back out bird-watching” Neil Kearney, Channel 7, Stakes Day telecast – Command Force finished down the track

Mike: “So at the end of the day, you’re up and the TAB is down”

Geoffrey: “Yes, I win four meetings out of five”

Mike: “And that is what the whole game is about”

Geoffrey: “Precisely”

Breakfast with Mike Hosking and Kate Hawkesby, TV One, New Zealand

“Fascinating. I just think it is amazing” Pete Smith, Red and Black, CTV, Christchurch

By email:

” Reading this book has given me a whole new eye for the horses. I now frequent race tracks, yards and stables – it’s a brave new world, Geoff. Let’s hope we all don’t get caught.” Graeme Anderson, Hamilton, NZ

“I’m convinced that Geoff is the real deal when it comes to tips; yesterday on the Melbourne Cup he gave my work colleagues and I the TRIFECTA!! Yep, he tipped all 3 placegetters from the mounting yard. Thanks, Geoff (bottle of wine on its way!)” Darren Jones, Sydney, NSW

“Front photo is a bit frightening…..whose suit did you borrow? But inside, well….a feast of entertainment. Brilliant. Splendid.” Professor Robin Dunbar, Liverpool University

“Hutson’s method is startling in its simplicity and effectiveness” Ian Cox, Seville, Victoria

“This book will have a profound effect on horse race betting markets. Everything is now exposed” Simon Nawrocki, Maidstone, Victoria

By word of mouth:

“At last, the mysteries of the mounting yard have been explained. God help the bookmakers” Walter Walsh, Manager (Retired), Commonwealth Bank of Australia

“A Herculean effort! Hutson has literally watched more than 10,000 horses. These are truly staggering statistics” Professor Stephen Alomes, Deakin University

“Going to the Spring Carnival will never be the same. I’ll have to stop playing around and start looking at the horses” Richard Miller, jazz musician and Spring Carnival devotee

“This book will make the form guide redundant” E.J. Minnis, form analyst and professional punter

“Watching Racehorses is destined to become an all-time gambling classic” Frank Ganther, Australian Punter’s Digest

“I’m too old for this, Geoff. How am I going to get to the races?” Jack Hunter, regular TAB patron

By hand-written letter:

“Good luck with your book – it sounds like it will become a “Bible” for all racegoers” Dale Monteith, Chief Executive, Victoria Racing Club

“Geez, Geoff. Why did you tell?” I’m a horse watcher, too.

“Dear Dr Geoffrey, Your book is the funniest, most eye-opening, most educational book on the punt I have ever read. I couldn’t put it down. Congratulations” Steffan Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand

For your say, email: cliftonpress@watchingracehorses.com.au