Yellow Mountain Imports Travel Magnetic Chess Set (25 centimeters) - Folding and Portable Board Game

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Wood core printed board using new technology means the surface looks amazing, the product is durable, and the cost reasonable. When it comes to travel you need a set that’s portable in size with strong magnets to keep the pieces in place. When it comes to travel you need a set that’s portable in size with strong magnets to keep the pieces in place. It’s a pleasure to play chess on this set with beautifully crafted wood chessmen and matching board in Rosewood. The magnets easily keep the pieces in place on the board even if it’s tilted or bumped while in use. This unique, magnetic chess set is designed with a very unusual round style, a beautiful contrast to the every day square chess set. It will easily entertain children or adults who venture into a game with one another. A: Depending on the type of travel set, yes. Some travel sets have roll-up boards made of leather or vinyl with a painted chessboard on the interior. Travel chess sets made with plastic or other materials will lay flat. Q: Are magnetic chess boards good?

Portability - Consider all of the features above, be objective, and decide the conditions in which you'll be using your travel chess set. A travel chess set is just a chess set if you can't take it with you. If you can't fit it in your bag with lunch and your laptop, you're not going to use your new travel chess set. Look at the size of the chess pieces. While piece size is a matter of personal preference, you likely want to make sure your chess pieces are proportionate to your board. There is some wiggle room here, as long as the pieces fit comfortably within the squares. USCF regulation chess boards have squares that are 2.25 inches, with the king’s height being 3.75 inches. No matter what your level of experience with chess is, you can benefit from a chess board in your home. To start, there are many decorative chess boards that will enhance your décor. You can set it up in a home office, den or other area to add a little something. If guests come to visit, they may even choose to start up a game. Welcome to the best magnetic chess sets review of 2022. These magnetic chess sets ensure the game position stays true in those less than stable flights and environments. Your days of bumping over chess pieces are finally over! Our top recommendation is this beautifully crafted 12″ Magnetic Travel Chess Set in Rosewood.Easy to source replacement pieces from Chess House in the future means you’ll never be without a playable set.

Magnetism - Most travel chess sets will have magnetic boards and pieces. Weigh the size of your fingers, the size of the pieces, what you're traveling in against the strength of the magnets in the pieces. If you're traveling on a train, the magnets don't need to be as strong; train rides are relatively smooth. But in planes and cars with unexpected bumps and turns, a travel chess set with stronger magnetism is ideal. The ideal set to teach chess for beginners, your mini chess set will store with ease, making it the ideal holiday accompaniment for lengthy journeys. Each chess board is crafted from highly durable plastics, meaning that whether hoping to learn to play chess at home or on the go, there will be no stop to your kingly conquering. Chessmen are handcrafted in India and finished in clear coat to display real wood grain Rosewood and Boxwood

This was Evan’s first overnight camping trip to Deer Park in the Olympic mountain range of Washington. One mile above sea level, near the straight of Juan de Fuca he took in breathtaking views in all directions. That evening we played some chess with this set. A: Yes, magnetic chess sets are great for bumpy and windy rides or unstable surfaces. They're not always necessary, though, if you're only taking your chess set to a friend's house or on vacation to the cabin. It's safe to say if you're not just taking your chess set traveling with you, but you'd also like to play during your travel time, look for a magnetic travel chess set. Q: What is the best size for a travel chess set?

Features like size, weight, storage, and portability should factor into your final decision. Some basic information should get your gears turning around what you need in a travel chess set.

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Push out drawer and individual piece storage insert means you’ll always have the pieces safely stored away. Jaques are the home of traditional board games and family games for players of all ages. As the inventors of the world-renowned Staunton chess piece design, we play host to 2 player chess for kids and adults alike.

If you opt for a travel set, there are magnetic chess boards that will hold the pieces in place if you’re playing on a moving vehicle like a car or a plane. A magnetic chess board should be lightly magnetized so that pieces stay in place but aren’t difficult to move around. Weight - If chess is your downtime go-to activity, your travel chess set is with you every day. You can't have the weight of a nice wooden set dragging you down while on-the-go. But you also don't want the pieces to be too light that they might skip a square while going through some turbulence. Be sure to assess the weight of your chosen travel chess set against where you'll be playing and what you'll be carrying. Size - For multiple reasons, you'll want to make sure the size of your travel chess set is right for you — right for the environment you'll be playing in, that the pieces aren't too small for your fingers, the purpose your playing chess on-the-go. Chess pieces can be made from a variety of materials, including wood, metal and plastic. To get the darker chess pieces, manufacturers will typically use a darker wood like ebony or rosewood. Sheesham is a popular wood type for the natural brown types of chess pieces. You’ll find chess pieces made from bud rosewood are extremely rare, which means you’ll pay a premium for sets made from it. This miniature chess set is an attractive small chess set with realistic wooden pieces. The smooth surface and magnetic pieces provide for a smooth playing game that takes up minimal space wherever you want to set up for a game!Magnetic pieces keep the pieces in place when it gets bumpy. The chessboard is protected inside a soft, zippered case with an extra section for pieces.