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Review on Magnetic Travel Chess Set by Yellow Mountain Imports: Perfect Portable Entertainment on the Go! by Nick Gathings

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good set, just right for an analysis kit

Some small analysis kits are too small, but this one is just right. You can put it on a desk, bookshelf or desk, etc. and leave the chess position there for later study or studying. The folding board stays flat as long as you support it on a flat surface, and you can move it simply by holding both sides up. I wish the dark parts were brown instead of gold, but this appears to be a gold and silver themed set. The figures slide easily on the board thanks to the felt underside. When I opened it I didn't have any dangling magnets. If they come loose, just apply some glue. The parts are shipped in very sturdy plastic bags. This is exactly the size I was looking for to see the positions without taking out a tournament set. This set doesn't take up much space, you can put a book next to it.

Pros
  • Annual trial
Cons
  • Crumpled