reload bonus review

reload bonuses get thrown at me more than i can keep track of lately, but every time i read the terms it just feels like a longer leash rather than a real deal. the wagering requirements can be pretty sneaky. i had a reload match last week for roulette, but once i checked, the games i actually play barely counted toward clearing the bonus. poker's not much better, since most promos weight tourney entries way differently than cash or vice versa.

curious what others actually do with these. do you just deposit to clear a bonus if you were planning to play anyway, or ever go out of your way for a big reload offer? i can't tell if the math ever checks out unless the stars really align. is there a smart way to make use of these, or better to stick to base play and ignore bonus noise?