Keep Tabs on the Tab Verify the amount you're playing for after each game. This is another scam, especially against an obvious tourist. OK, so those are the scams. The key in blitz chess is to play aggressively. If the opportunity arises to attack, take it, even if it doesn't look totally sound.
Defense is much more difficult in chess than attack, and even more so in blitz chess.
One final thing. If you do lose a few bucks to these guys, legitimately or not, hand it over with a smile. Related in Slate Related on MSN Click here for Entertainment's reviews, movie times, and upcoming movies guide. I've played at Powell and Market a couple of times during the past year. Luckily, no problems like Gaffney describes.