5Dimes Sportsbook

Company Background
Established in San Jose, Costa Rica, the 5Dimes Group launched their first Internet casino in November of 1996. Since then, gaming web sites have been opened one after another, including IslandCasino, Sportbet, Vietbet, Chinesebookie and Betanysports in addition to the flagship 5Dimes Casino & Sportsbook, which came online in 1998.

Opening an Account

It is easy to open a 5Dimes account. Clicking on the “Register Here” link at the top of any page will open a fill-in form. Information required includes name, address, email address and phone number. Select a password and enter any marketing code. Alternatively, accounts can also be opened by phone. All registrants must be at least 18 years of age in order to join and wager.

Once registration has been completed, 5Dimes sends out an email confirmation. Thereafter, log in to the 5Dimes system is possible and the various wagering areas can be accessed. There are no membership fees or costs to join.

Software & Navigation
With English as its primary language, 5Dimes Casino & Sportsbook is powered by a compendium of applications developed by 21GNET, ASI, AST Technology Inc., BLRTech, DGS, GameTime Software, GGL, NDG and Yatahay, all licensed in Costa Rica. Although no download is needed to begin wagering, downloadable casino software is offered as an option. Navigation is simple and intuitive.

Betting Limits
For telephone betting, accounts must have a minimum of $500 on deposit. There is a $50 minimum for straight wagers, $25 for parlays, teasers, pleasers and futures, and $100 for open parlays & teasers. Internet accounts are subject to a different set of limits; there is a 50¢ minimum on all exotic wagers and straight bets, and the minimum deposit requirement is $50.

Sports Offered

5Dimes.com provides top odds in all major sports and leagues, from boxing to baseball, handball to hockey, and formula one to football. There are even many markets that are difficult to find elsewhere, such as European water polo. Wagering types available include straight bets, parlays, teasers, pleasers, monsters and if bets. It is also possible to apply rolling if wagering to most pending plays. Bets can be made on horseracing, too, with emphasis on U.S. tracks.

Odds Offered
American moneyline odds are the default option at 5Dimes.com and they tend to be quite competitive. Look for a variety of reduced juice options for certain major sports, especial baseball and basketball. A pop-up window displays the payouts for various parlay combinations, pleasers, teasers and other multi-chance bets.

Signup Bonus
Those who open a new 5Dimes Sportsbook account are eligible for up to $520 in Free-Play Rewards. The total is made up of two parts. The base is a 50% Free-Play Reward, up to a total of $200 in Free-Play. Then, if the initial funding exceeds $400, it will also qualify for an extra 20% Free-Play Reward on deposits of up to $2,000, for a potential total of $520. Note, however, that $100 is the maximum initial deposit amount to qualify for a bonus from customers who are not located in North America.

Promotions & Bonuses
Anyone with a 5Dimes Sportsbook account is eligible for “Reload Rewards.” Up to $500 in Free-Play Rewards can be earned based on the financial method used to transfer funds and the amount that is used to replenish an account. Those who wager in the Sportsbook or Racebook may also sign up for Cash Back Rebates on all losses, equivalent to 20% twice a year or 15% monthly. Special Tuesday rebates are offered, too, worth 10% on all losses. And when betting on the horses at top tracks, an extra 10% is added to any winnings.

Customer Support
At 5Dimes, the online Help Center is the first stop for answers to any customer service questions. Real-time customer support is also available around-the-clock to assist with any questions or problems via telephone or email. For quick access and immediate answers, there is also a Live Help option that provides contact through a pop-up Chat window from anywhere on the web site.

Financial Security
Customer deposits are held within insured, segregated escrow accounts, and all account information is protected through advanced SSL data encryption techniques. All necessary measures have been taken to protect customer information from access by unauthorized persons as well as to prevent unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction and damage.

Deposits & Withdrawals
Although 5Dimes does not recommend one financial service over the others, they do offer occasional promotions based on a particular transfer service. Visa and InstaDebit are two of the most used deposit/withdrawal methods, complemented by Click2Pay, Skrill Moneybookers and NETeller, along with bank wire transfers, cashier’s checks and money orders. Although funds may be deposited freely, and one free withdrawal is allowed every 30 days, a fee of $15 may be charged for additional withdrawals.

Additional Information
Apart from its Sportsbook and Racebook, 5Dimes has gaming tabs for Lottery, Poker, Skill Games and Casino betting. The latter is subdivided in a Bonus Casino, a MatchPlay Casino and a Live Dealer Casino. Blackjack tournaments are offered as well.

Conclusion
As one of the oldest Internet Sportsbooks still offering wagering options to U.S. citizens, 5Dimes has developed a loyal following. Its reputation for fairness has never been questioned, making this a good choice for both new online sports bettors and long-time handicappers alike.