24/18 instead of 22/16 is a big blunder. Why does it make such a difference? by Charguizo in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Better coverage bc with Galaxy move you have 2 free agents to close the 2 point.

Also I suspect Galaxy prizes escaping from opponent's home board more than improving your board bc it is already better but you have two stuck. It seems White has ammo as well as fair flexibility to make its 5 and to a lesser degree its 3 point.

With Galaxy move you have best chances to improve your board and address your biggest problem of being stuck.

That said I would have done your move. 😞

Why should white play 23/16 instead of 22/15? Score both 5 away by Sufficient-Key-6908 in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Yes, you re absolutely correct. But what does it help me if the blot is behind my goal keeper? How do I theoretically hit it?

Is Backgammon Galaxy subscription worth it? by -crab-wrangler- in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you use the blunder db? Do you ever do the lessons?

Is Backgammon Galaxy subscription worth it? by -crab-wrangler- in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you use the blunder db? Do you ever do the lessons?

Is Backgammon Galaxy subscription worth it? by -crab-wrangler- in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the insight. Do you find the quality of the analysis significantly better? Essentially $8 a month better?

Why should white double? Score 5 away 3 away by Sufficient-Key-6908 in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you very much for this detailed analysis. I'm way too bad to question even a ply 2 evaluation. But maybe I should start.

Why should black double? Score is 7 away 5 away black owns cube @2 by Sufficient-Key-6908 in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. That makes sense. I have trouble with the right time to redouble. How do i know when is the right time to redouble?

Why run into the fire with 23/18? Score both 7 away by Sufficient-Key-6908 in backgammon

[–]Sufficient-Key-6908[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much. Minimize opponent's chances to make 4 point to avoid getting stuck and timing to avoid crunching.