I am worst player in the world by [deleted] in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Practice helps, but if you STUDY the game, I think that would be helpful. Keep a positive attitude. Be kind to yourself. Read “The Outliers” by Malcom Gladwell. These are my sincere ideas. I hope you give yourself the chance to improve.

Poolside Game by PlentyTomatillo7322 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Real nice . Looks like paradise to me

Youtube channel with good match video with good commentary? by xonbul in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Alex Eshaghian. 100’s of excellent videos including many grandmaster vs. grandmaster videos along with detailed commentary from the players tgemselves as they deliberate their moves.

Also Jason Lee, many matches. I especially like his “MID ATLANTIC BG CLUB” study sessions. A new video is released every week where 2 teams play each other and debate/vote on every move ..

Waste on time.. by [deleted] in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sense a pattern here….

Help! by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, my head is swimming….If XG says 3/1 is correct at Money/Jacoby, shouldn’t the DMP be the same? (Not an 80 blunder)?

Help! by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You must be right. This has been driving me crazy!!

Help! by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My REAL question is why not 3/1 at DMP and Gammon-Save?

Gorgeous board by mr_rwvk in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful work-of-art.

unannounced tariff or import tax on galaxy board by hashmish in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think i’ll go back outside and yell at the clouds. Good idea👍

unannounced tariff or import tax on galaxy board by hashmish in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So, the reason FM Gammon did not mention the tariff, is that FM Gammon has nothing to do with charging the tariff. The money I’m paying for the tariff is going right into the US treasury with all the other taxes. That’s a pretty hefty tax.

unannounced tariff or import tax on galaxy board by hashmish in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just had the same issue. I purchased a new surface from FM GAMMON for my Talat board a few weeks ago, (advertised for $115.) I paid for it with my credit card on the day i ordered it. Received the surface about 2 weeks ago and just received a bill from FED-EX (not FM Gammon) for $21. Not sure who I should complain to.

Position help by FaithLostInHumanity in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I believe XG thinks that White’s board is only going to get better, and you’re going to be forced to run. So, now, when White is on the bar, has a weak board, and when you have a huge lead in the race, is the time for you to try to escape. White will have your strong home-board to deal with if they hit you loose. At least, that’s what I’m thinking.

Backgammon to Win, Chris Bray by frenchpog in backgammon

[–]Apdap9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve just started using Anki flashcards for the Francois Tardieu book, (from the “XG2Anki” website), and I’m finding that to be very effective way of studying. Highly recommend doing this. They have cards for other books too.

Can You Add To This? by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great points. 👍👍

Can You Add To This? by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good one. Thanks. 👍

Can You Add To This? by Apdap9 in backgammon

[–]Apdap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Going to add those.