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Frequently Asked Questions



What is ThoroCap?

ThoroCap is a comprehensive thoroughbred, quarter horse, and greyhound racing handicapping service offering online and printed tip sheets.  Based out of Hot Springs, Arkansas, home of Oaklawn Park, ThoroCap regularly handicaps a number of tracks, including Lone Star Park, Louisiana Downs. ThoroCap offers on-demand handicapping for all U.S. thoroughbred and greyhound tracks.

Why Should I Subscribe to Your Service?

There are really only two reasons to subscribe to any tipping service: price, and more importantly, performance. Our daily, multi-day and full-season subscription prices are extremely competitive. And our statistical performance is among the best in the industry.

For about the cost of a single two-dollar bet each day, you will have access to the most accurate information available.  Whether you prefer straight wagers or exotic bets, ThoroCap provides you with all the information you need to win BIG.

How Can I Find Out How Well ThoroCap Tip Sheets Perform?

ThoroCap maintains a detailed archive of our performance at every track. This information is listed by handicapper when multiple handicappers offer selections for a single track and is available to the public on the ThoroCap website. Simply click on "Performance Summary" at the bottom of our home page to access the data.

How Does ThoroCap Calculate its Success Rate? 

To calculate our summary statistics, we look at the total number of horses
recommended that finished in the money, regardless of position, less any horses we picked that scratched. For a nine race card, we would report an 18-26 success rate (18/26 x 100 = 69%) if 18 of our horses finished in the money and one of our selections scratched (9 races x 3 winners - 1 scratch = 26.) We use the same process in determining individual race results.  IE: if all three of our horses in a given race finish in the money, we will report a Trifecta win regardless of our projected finish order. We will never vary the formula to manipulate the results.  

How Does ThoroCap Calculate the Money Earned by it's Selections? 

When reporting Exacta and Trifecta earnings, we assume that a $2.00 box was played on all three of our selections in every race. For individual horse earnings, we assume that each horse was played for $2.00 across. Since individual success is dependent on the way the bets are placed, the amount of money won or lost in a given race will vary by bettor.  

How Do I Subscribe?

Subscribing to ThoroCap is fast and easy.  Just click on "Subscribe" in our menu bar and select the package you wish to purchase. You will be directed to our new user submission form. Enter your information in the fields provided. The Username, Password and E-mail Address fields are required to activate your account. Submit the form and proceed with payment. Your account will be activated upon payment. 

Please note that Daily, Weekly, Semi-Annual (half-season) and Annual (full-season) subscriptions will be automatically renewed by PayPal at the end of the subscription term. If you do not wish to have your subscription renewed automatically, you may cancel future purchases by logging into your PayPal account and canceling your subscription prior to the next billing period. Cap on Demand purchases are not automatically renewed.

Are Single-Day Copies Available Online or at the Track?

Yes. Single-day copies can be purchased online and at selected retail outlets. Select "Retail Outlets" from the menu bar to find out where you can purchase a printed copy.

Where are the Tip Sheets and How Do I Get to Them?

To access your tip sheet, click on "Member Area" in our menu bar and select the tip sheet you have purchased from the menu. You will be directed to the calendar for that track and handicapper. Select the tip sheet you wish to view from the Event menu to be directed to your  tip sheet. You will be prompted for your username and password.

Are the Numbers in the Official Program Ever Different from ThoroCap's Selections?

Generally, they are the same. However, post positions are subject to change, so it is important to verify the name of your horse before betting if possible.  ThoroCap requires its handicappers to include the name of each of their selections on all tip sheets, so this is rarely a problem.

What Happens if I Pay, but Can't Access the Tip Sheet?

ThoroCap will make every effort to ensure that our selections are available every racing day.  In the event a subscriber is unable to access our selections due to a technology failure caused by either ThoroCap, its payment service, or its webhost, or if unforeseen circumstances prevent a ThoroCap-affiliated handicapper from providing selections for a race during the subscription period, ThoroCap will immediately refund the subscription fee for each missed day. Technical support is available at (501) 282-7169 between the hours of 8:00 am CST and 9:00 pm CST on racing days.