TRAVEL CHESS SETS (21)

Travel chess sets are designed to be easy to transport as well as easy to play while on the go. A few features that make them so great are these:

Size
Portable chess sets are, as a general rule, considerably smaller than standard size chess boards. This is to make them easier to use in small, cramped places and easier to pack in your luggage. You wouldn’t want to try and fit a tournament size chess set into your carry on, now would you?

Weight
The best travel chess sets are also noticeably lighter than their full-sized counterparts. This is in part due to their smaller size, but often, materials are chosen and constructed in such a way as to intentionally minimize weight. This makes them easier to transport, ensuring you’ll hardly even notice the extra weight in your bag.

Portability
Sure, the size and weight of the chess set have a lot to do with its overall portability, but they’re not the only factors. Just because something is small and light doesn’t mean it will make a good portable chess set. You’ll need some way to ensure that the pieces stay in place during play and don’t go flying off in every direction when you hit a small bump. For most travel chess sets, magnetized chess boards do the trick.

Complete wooden folding chess sets which includes the pieces and the board. Folding chess sets are ideal for beginners and long-time players alike. The included storage space is helpful if you do not plan to keep your set out on display, and also makes the chess set easily transportable for play with friends or while on vacation.

The chess pieces are stored inside the wooden chessboard which make these sets perfect to play almost everywhere. There are many different types of chess sets out there, ranging from simple starter sets to elaborate boards designed for ultimate luxury and design.

One of the most common types of boards is a travel chess set, which is meant to be taken with you and either played on-the-go or at least capable of being set up at a moment’s notice while you are traveling.

Let’s take a closer look at what you need to know when you are looking for travel chess pieces and boards that are perfect for your needs.
The first thing you need to consider is whether or not you need a magnetic travel chess set versus a non-magnetic travel chess set. Magnetic boards and pieces are perfect for when you plan to actually play while on the go, such as when you are in the backseat of a car or on a train or plane or will otherwise be in motion. The magnetic boards and pieces will make sure that your game doesn’t slide around as you travel. If you don’t plan to be playing in motion or you don’t mind a bit of risk, then a non-magnetic travel chess set is an acceptable option.