[ BACKGAMMON ] Where to learn to play

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
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Message Posted:
02/11/2009 20:53

I can't stand it that every TC can play backgammon (and many seem to do it all day long...) - and I cannot play the game. But, again, help from the Internet - if you should have the same frustration: http://www.google.com/search?q=learn%20backgammon&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8

Anyone wants to play on line?

tarry67


Joined: 16/05/2008
Posts: 1053

Message Posted:
02/11/2009 23:17

Not sure the rules are the same on the net as they play here. I played on the net before and it changes when you come to take your discs off but apart from that it is the same rules. I will check this site and see if it is the same.

baldeagle


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 354

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 00:10

I learnt to play from the game already on most computers, it is internet backgammon but you will not know your opponent and you can play beginner, intermediate or pro. it is very easy to use and the game will not let you make any wrong moves. this is ok for learning the basics but nothing beats the real thing, if you would like a game anytime DC let me know.

If you don't know where it is on your computer, click on start, all programmes, games where you will find internet backgammon and various other games.

elko2



Joined: 24/07/2007
Posts: 4400

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 00:15

I don't mind playing the game now and again but never two sets in a run, it becomes so boring. Itried playing it on the internet but did not enjoy it. Part of the fun is to get at your opponent by words!

ismet

Maz


Joined: 29/03/2009
Posts: 1924

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 01:20

I just LOVE playing backgammon but with real people. There is nothing like slamming down the pieces in true Mediterranean style, and seeing the look of frustration or joy on the face of your opponent. So, sorry D.C., I say 'good luck' with the internet, but I would rather give you a game face to face somewhere! I always have a set in the car.

I have been an addict for 20 years ever since learning to play at Polis (Marion) in the South! How about a Backgammon Club to complement the Chess C;lub?

smithy


Joined: 17/07/2008
Posts: 5301

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 07:29

Hans there was a posting on here around 2 weeks ago asking where he can get a good game of Backgammon, see there's another player if you can find out who it was

ajaney


Joined: 24/12/2008
Posts: 199

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 09:59

Hi Hans

I learnt to play backgammon years ago in Cyprus, belive it was called tavli (not with the doubling dice, not sure if that was part of the game there) - would be delighted to play in person when next in NC.

DutchCrusader



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Message Posted:
03/11/2009 10:02

From several players in this thread I understand that eye and verbal* contact during backgammon is very important (?). Would there be enough interest to start a club?

* Ismet, should that be in Turkish or is English allowed also...

DutchCrusader



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Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 10:05

If there is no interest in a club (too bad) - is there someone out there who can give me some private lessons? (If possible between Girne and Lapta).

mikelapta



Joined: 20/11/2008
Posts: 2186

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 12:30

I asked this some months ago.Used to play for many years when on holiday in Turkey.Love to start again.

Straybearx



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Posts: 121

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 12:39

I go along to the chess club and would enjoy learning backgammon if it could be brought in along side the chess?

DutchCrusader



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Message Posted:
03/11/2009 12:45

A friend - who says he's good at the game - has offered to teach me backgammon! He even offered to teach a small group. Thanks Steve!

So. Please reply here whether you're interested in lessons or in a backgammon club (Alsancak Backgammon & Chess Club? ABCC?) - or in both.

Let's see what happens in this thread for a couple of days and then act!

mikelapta



Joined: 20/11/2008
Posts: 2186

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 12:50

Yes,very interested in learning!!!Has Guido and Lillie got room on Tuesday with the chess club?I've got 3 or 4 Tavla boards I can bring.

Mike

DutchCrusader



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Message Posted:
03/11/2009 12:54

RE msg 13, mikelapta: I think we could start on a Tuesday (will ask Guido today). If there are too many players for chess or backgammon we could find another day or another venue.

Tavla boards: good to mention it; as your "temporary secretary" I'll make a note.

Ailletoo


Joined: 24/01/2009
Posts: 1003

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 13:01

I'd love to learn to play backgammon. I have a board sitting here that was giveen as a present a while ago. Count me in if it is in the day time.



Aille

mikelapta



Joined: 20/11/2008
Posts: 2186

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 13:08

DC,will get the dust off,and hopefully use soon

Mike

elko2



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Message Posted:
03/11/2009 14:09

I would certainly join the club and teach you all how to play it if I lived over there. The first rule of the game is to demoralize your opponent and force him to make a bad move. Apart from that it is really a game of luck. When you throw good dice you talk and when you throw bad dice its the other side's turn.

I have a record of throwing doubles for 8 consecutive times. Now the probability of doing that is one in 1,679,616. When you throw doubles it counts twice i.e. if you throw say 3x3, you can move your pieces by 3 four times.

ismet

Slider


Joined: 30/11/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 18:49

Would like to play ....doubling dice and a few lira anyone ?

baldeagle


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 354

Message Posted:
03/11/2009 22:43

I too would like to join a club and am willing to help people learn the game, will it be open to females as well because my missus wants to join.

Another of my favourite games that people find hard is cribbage, I have a board and cards if anyone wants to learn that as well.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
04/11/2009 00:15

iya Bald I will speak to DC . Im sure all can be incorporated within the chess club. Espically now its gone colder everybody can have thier own section of the restaurant. Its really nice to see so many people with different talents xx Men and Women alike

Ailletoo


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Posts: 1003

Message Posted:
04/11/2009 00:34

Very interested in learning, can supply own board!



Aille

Lilli



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Message Posted:
04/11/2009 00:40

aille you will be more than welcome we have a lot of fun xxx

baldeagle


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Message Posted:
05/11/2009 00:24

Can we keep this at the top to see if will generate anymore interest. Thanks

Lilli



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Message Posted:
05/11/2009 00:26

Hiya Badeagle please do you will enjoy it xxxxx

pinkchilli


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Message Posted:
05/11/2009 07:25

I see a "BALD" eagle has now gone "BAD"

DutchCrusader



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Message Posted:
07/11/2009 11:49

I've talked to Guido and it's no problem for him to have a mixed club (chess and backgammon) on Tuesday afternoons. I'll get back to interested people next week.

A thought: how many hours will it take to learn the basics of backgammon?

mikelapta



Joined: 20/11/2008
Posts: 2186

Message Posted:
07/11/2009 12:23

DC....I learned over many years holidaying in Turkey.But need help setting up the board now.

I found it a bit like chess,you just get better with practice!!My partner used to think it was luck.

Mike

Oh see you Tuesday with some boards.What time is kick off?Bully off?

Mike

baldeagle


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 354

Message Posted:
07/11/2009 13:19

The basics are easy, like Mike says you get better with practice and there is an element of luck involved with the dice.

Lilli



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Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
07/11/2009 17:29

Hiya Mike in case DC hasnt seen this post we start at 2pm.Hope to see you xx

russler


Joined: 04/09/2009
Posts: 71

Message Posted:
07/11/2009 20:56

I can play cribbage and infact am considered quite a good player so I could teach somebody if they could teach me and others to play backgammon, in other words I would very much like to join up with others if they are thinking of starting up something. Perhaps as suggested already this could be kept at the top to see how many others are interested.

Tootie


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
07/11/2009 21:11

Arrh, Cribbage.....



One for his knob.



Tootie