Originally posted by wittywonkahmm, I would think that might help you out some in OTB?
Over the past three or four weeks, I have been experimenting with using a board while playing CC here on RHP; in other words, I go to the next game, set it up on my board, and study the board for my next move instead of studying the analysis board feature. My games have shown mixed results and I am debating whether or not to continue the habit. Has anyone here had decent success with using a physical chess board for analysis?
Thanks,
-Witty
We are seeing a generation of players who play chess like a video game. BC (Before Computers) we used “Glichers.” Like a small photo album that held 6 games. You had flat plastic pieces that slipped into slots on the board. Opposite was a scorecard (written in descriptive notation). I think Chess Review sold them for $6.00 each. You would have to set up the pieces on an actual board to select your move. Even today I need to set up a board and still prefer descriptive notation. Shifting all that plastic during analysis over the years left me unable to visualize a position more than one move ahead though in OTB play, but that's OK becasue I no longer play OTB, but I still play occasionally where you use postcards...there are still a few of us around.
Originally posted by KeplerI totally agree. I am so used to playing on a board that I still find it difficult to do here. It just doesn't look right.
It's a funny thing but I can't get on with playing against an engine on a computer screen. I generally use a command line interface and play on a proper wooden board with proper wooden pieces. That is also the reason I transfer online games to a board. I just need to be more careful when setting them up! I guess that comes from having played chess before t'internet was invented.
I have 6 (six) boards set up. I pick one game that looks like it will be a tough one by my oponents record and rating. I have a retention problem due to meds and old age. I also use the analyser. The boards are a great help because it allows me to play out several lines and pick what I think is the best. It also slows me down as I tend to move fast and blunder a lot. Plus, I have no one to play OTB with. Live in remote area. I think its great.
Originally posted by Evil Pawn 666I can't play OTB very often because the local club operates when I am busy teaching. I am not allowed to play in the college club because I might beat the students! Until I win the lottery and am rich enough to set up my own club just to provide me with opponents this will have to do.
I have 6 (six) boards set up. I pick one game that looks like it will be a tough one by my oponents record and rating. I have a retention problem due to meds and old age. I also use the analyser. The boards are a great help because it allows me to play out several lines and pick what I think is the best. It also slows me down as I tend to move fast and blunder a lot. Plus, I have no one to play OTB with. Live in remote area. I think its great.