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Posted By: barrysloate

Mike- so at 2200 you reached master level, very impressive. You would be out of my league. But I think...Rc3 is speculative. Black breaks up white's queenside pawns but it's still a tough game to win. Lots of counterplay on both sides.

Brian- I worked for several years at the Village Chess Shop on Thompson St, often until 1:00 AM. Part of my job was to play chess with people who came in, so I typically played 6-8 hours a day, for quite a few years. I eventually came to my senses when I realized I would never be great.

Jim- we probably would be equal strength but I loved speed chess. Preferred 10 minutes over 5, but played 5 minute all the time.

And I think we'll keep the auction going a little longer.