'One big winner paid for a car but I could never be a pro punter because I'd never reinvest - it's money to be enjoyed'

40 Years of Expertise brings unique insight from some of the great names who have written for the Racing Post through its 40 years of existence. 

In this article, James Pyman, now the Post's senior content developer but for many years a remarkably original columnist, talks to Peter Thomas about his time crafting some of racing's most innovative theories.

For most families, a trip to the seaside is just that: a day in the fresh air, a bottle of suntan lotion and a Mr Whippy, with nothing to fret about except sand in unfortunate places and seagulls nicking your chips.