Bill Robertie’s Blog
Bill Robertie welcomes the opportunity to share his knowledge of backgammon with experienced players and beginners alike.
On his blog, Robertie publishes set and equipment reviews, creates quiz contests and provides free lessons. He would be remiss not to include his Robertie’s Rules! He also educates readers of the Gammon Press blog on the history of the game, offers backgammon instruction and more.
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Make the 20-point or the 4-point?
Black – Pips 160 (-1)
Black to Play 4-2
Hit or Make the 20-point?
We are in the very early part of the game and neither player has much structure. White has, however, made his 4-point.
Black – Pips 160 (+5)
Black to Play 4-2
Which Point to Make – Part 2
Problem 1.
Black – Pips 162 (+6)
Black to Play 6-4
Black – Pips 150 (+14)
Black to Play 6-4
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How to Play the Opening in Backgammon/Part 1 – A New Way of Thinking
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501 Essential Backgammon Problems, 3rd Edition
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In the Game Until the End: Winning in Ace-Point Endgames
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Master versus Amateur Volume 1
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How to Play Tournament Backgammon
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Learning from the Machine
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Backgammon
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Backgammon for Winners
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Backgammon for Serious Players
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