Surprised we don't have a thread on this one already actually, given that for a newbie thinking of going to a tournament this is one of the first things you'd wonder about. So folks, what practical hints/tips/notes have you got for people going to their first tournament (whether it's a fullblown tournament or a one-day's…
What is the best way to learn chess? I'm mid thirties and have never played competitively but since watching it on Channel 4 back in the day with Carol Vorderman I've always loved it, and played it with family, but never delved deep into it. I know nothing about opening moves or any kind of tactics but I'd love to get to a…
A thread with general info for those looking to get into the game. The previous sticky is here; I've taken a fair bit from it, and other links are old at this stage, so I've unstickied it. If you have new links or suggestions for this thread, post them here and I will update the thread and then delete your post to keep…
Hi all, Hope this isn't too silly a question to ask but haven't seen an answer on the sticky's or other threads. I'm looking for an Android app which will allow myself and my son to play some long distance games where each move prompts a notification on the others phone. We won't be playing together at the same time 'live'…
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I wasn't into chess much when the bunratty chess weekend was a thing but now I am and was wondering if the festival will happen next year now that the hotel should be free sometime in June onwards? I've heard it was a good event and past entry lists look very stacked.
I cannot seem to see most recent posts, maybe just me? been a good while since I checked on here but it seems all over the place It used to be a good source of info but now seems unusable.
Rapid Tournament in Tullamore - 4th Edition! Sunday 12th July Time control 10 min + 5 sec increment 7 Rounds 1pm start Phoenix Club, O'Connor Square, Tullamore, Offaly. R35 A2H3 Parking outside venue Contact Alan Farrell to register: 0872022507 / alanfarrell916@gmail.com Flyer Attached Thanks
Hi All, Rapid Tournament in Tullamore - 3rd Edition! Sunday 13th July Time control 10 min + 5 sec increment 7 Rounds 1pm start Phoenix Bar, O'Connor Square, Tullamore, Offaly. Parking outside venue Contact Alan Farrell to register: 0872022507 / alanfarrell916@gmail.com Flyer Attached Thanks
Hello, I'm in the 1600-1700 range in ICU/fide rating and am looking for good tournaments or countries to attend during the summer months to increase my FIDE elo. There seems to be a classical break in ICU tournaments in June/July (I can't attend Drogheda). Does anyone have any good ones that they have attended previously?…
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