The 17 BEST Traps In The London System

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Күн бұрын

In preparing for this video I checked out these other London Opening Videos:
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From Remote Chess Academy:
• The London System: Ess...
From Eric Rosen:
• The Hidden Tricks & Tr...
From Chess Tube:
• The only London System...
From Hanging Pawns:
• 9 London System Traps
From Molton:
• 5 Grandmaster Traps in...
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Trap 1
2:30 - Trap 2
4:10 - Trap 3
5:56 - Trap 4
7:18 - Trap 5
8:55 - Trap 6
10:40 - Trap 7
11:49 - Trap 8
13:24 - Trap 9
14:27 - Trap 10
17:44 - Trap 11
18:05 - The Real Trap 11
19:32 - Trap 12
21:05 - Trap 13
21:42 - Trap 14
22:16 - Trap 15
24:48 - Trap 16
26:27 - Trap 17
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@SLKCHESS 2 жыл бұрын

Even if I don't play the London opening, I watch the video so that I don't fall into these traps.

@NameCannotBeBlank-xv5rw 2 жыл бұрын

Always glad to see anything about the London, especially the Jobava. Studying traps seems like a good idea: It may make recognition of unfamiliar traps more likely.

@alaska9827 2 жыл бұрын

Even i ve watched this video , i still fall into those traps

@kingsolo6241 Жыл бұрын

London is pretty good up pretty far in Elo. It will not work good against GM’s but pretty much everyone else can still fall for it. Many IM’s, FM’s and so on still use London. London is definitely worth learning and playing. Learning this opening is going to broaden the mind for chess in many ways.

@r.mcdonnell8614 Жыл бұрын

I don't play the London as white, but when white makes a weird first move (a3 or c3 for example) I like to basically play the London System as black

@ericgazette291 Жыл бұрын

Which opening do you use?

@hjhjhjwh 10 ай бұрын

I have been playing london system since 3 years ...the opening with less flaws ..which made me reach 1800+

@markb-vj8ir 8 күн бұрын

I just executed my first queen trap with the London! What a feeling to see it come to fruition. Thanks Nelson!

@joecburke 2 жыл бұрын

What I like about this analysis of traps is how it shows the different lines of strength/penetration by white stemming from the London, on each side of the board. Helps me understand the position better overall, as well as seeing trap opportunities that may present themselves. Especially the opportunity for pins, which are not obvious to intermediate players like myself. Thanks!

@oldmandave304 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was feeling fatigued as a newer player who just started learning the London system. This gives it some life and tactical play.

@drtheengrumb4439 2 жыл бұрын

Its a boring opening.

@lisaharris6944 Жыл бұрын

I’m with you Old Man Dave - just learning and I really like it as a place to find my feet. This video is excellent because it also gives me some options to apply tactics in specific situations. Another terrific video from Chess Vibes - it really is an excellent channel.

@bachianm2375 2 жыл бұрын

Great work as always, master Lopez! My modesty already knew some of the traps, and you taught me new and sparky ones. Also, you aroused in me interest for the London system, which I previously found a bit boring. Thank you very much!

@Nuffsed81 5 күн бұрын

Trap 6 with Ba6 was a trap I'd seen and successfully used a while ago but I've never remembered exactly when to play for it and have missed it apart from that one time. I've been looking for this trap line in a video for ages and finally found someone to explain it again. THIS TIME I WILL WATCH IT IVER A FEW TIMES UNTIL ITS A SOLID MEMEORY. Thank you, I've been trawling videos like maniac looking to find trap again and there are a lot of hours of the London on KZfaq so it took me a ages to find.

@TheB787heavy Жыл бұрын

Amazing videos as always, Nelson! You speak so clearly and break everything down so that I feel even i can do it, lol. Keep up the great work!

@goodspellr1057 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting video, Nelson. One thing I'm curious about: what is the evaluation if the opponent does not fall for the trap? Are the traps themselves sub-optimal moves played in the hope that the opponent blunders? If so, how much of a disadvantage are we potentially giving ourselves when setting the trap?

@ChessVibesOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Most of these traps you will be totally fine. The exceptions are the one's for black if remember correctly. Like the h5 one isn't awesome if they don't fall for it.

@prakasavigraha6104 2 жыл бұрын

" Be patient " is always good advice in Chess. Kasparov said without patience, a winning position results in a draw, and a drawable position becomes a loss.

@irritator9062 Жыл бұрын

I don't agree In a 10 mins rapid game, I was being very patient, calculating all the lines and so on... Both of us ended with a rook and he had an extra pawn. He somehow blundered his pawn and both of us now had 1 rook with me having 1 minute 10 seconds and he having around 2 mins and finally in that game I lost on time despite having an equal position So, never be too patient :(

@_Solo_520 Жыл бұрын

@@irritator9062 Be patient doesnt mean using more time :D It simply means we dont have to rush all the time when the match feels slow

@irritator9062 Жыл бұрын

@@_Solo_520 oh OK :)

@rizzumz Жыл бұрын

Nepo could learn from this

@mpass77 5 ай бұрын

I watch a lot of chess creators on KZfaq but your channel is the best by far!!! All of your vids are well-paced and you're very respectful, fun, and cool. Love it!!!

@ronitagrawal2749 2 жыл бұрын

As a london player i am very happy that i got this video

@rp1894 Жыл бұрын

My favorite moment @ 4:35 where he accidentally says "assholes" instead of castles. Brilliant.

@andywang7262 2 жыл бұрын

Nice upload. London is literally a solid opening with tricky traps.

@chintanbarbhaya6857 2 жыл бұрын

Was waiting for this!!! A big thank you:)

@ricardobelisario9772 7 ай бұрын

Nelson giving credit to the other creators both in the description and IN THE VIDEO is the most wholesome and respectable move I've seen in chess! I've been watching your videos for a while now and I am so appreciative of the time and effort you put into each one of them. You explain things thoroughly, slowly, and understandably. You don't rush through your explanations, you teach with sincerity, and you play with humily and great sportmanship. I'm joining your paid membership!

@OregonMikeH Жыл бұрын

ONE OF YOUR BEST VIDEOS! ALWAYS SO GRATEFUL, SHARED BIG TIME.

@yyyyyk 2 жыл бұрын

I love these videos! And the London system is one of my favorites so I love this video even more! One thought - this video is really excellent and 17 tricks is perhaps a large number of things to learn in one video, but Nelson, if it helps increase your revenue, you could split this video into parts (two or even three). Just call them "part 1", "part 2" etc. It will either double or triple your channel views, or you will have a clear indication of how many people drop halfway through the video. (I hope other people don't mind, as I'm sure they appreciate the great content and want you to monetize your investment)

@exoplanet11 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Will watch multiple times.

@David_Crayford Жыл бұрын

Just recently discovered your videos. I find your presentation very easy to understand and learn from with humour [UK English] depth and intelligence that make the whole experience very enjoyable. Most of my life lived near London; nominative determinism and intermediate level mean I often play the London so this video is right up my street.

@sahaswimalasena8532 Жыл бұрын

This channel deserve subs in millions👑

@ChessVibesOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@danielleanderson6371 2 жыл бұрын

Trying to get into chess, and it's so tempting to ask what the best opening strategy is for newer players, but the moment you recommend one I'm sure tons of other people will start learning counterplay for that specific opening, like a sort of meta-chess. I've seen your video on how to pick an opening, and I think I just need to dive in and lose a bunch of games before I can figure out what I, specifically, am comfortable with and go from there. The London System is suuuper tempting after watching this video, though.

@malaloeacademy5497 2 жыл бұрын

thank you a lot for helping us. i am really learning a lot of attacking strategies.

@SuperChexmixer Жыл бұрын

your videos are top notch! ty for sharing the info

@amirchabbi7587 2 жыл бұрын

0:40 u read my mind 😂😂

@rhysjones4250 5 ай бұрын

I will need to watch this video a million times to remember all these😂 very well presented though. Nice pace and enjoyed thank you!

@SYY486 28 күн бұрын

I just started trying d4 openings as a 1000ELO player and found this older video of yours. Some great stuff!!!

@misc5831 Жыл бұрын

This is so awesome! Thank you!

@robertehrenworth3310 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Good way to learn any opening is to learn traps. Thank you!

@stevesidare2493 2 жыл бұрын

Most of these I've never seen in any other videos. I need to learn some of these! Trapping the Queen, I certainly need to learn!

@paulcummins6780 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I will definitely try these.

@ronaldfelicilda454 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video .... hopefully we can see more of energetic traps especially on black pieces with high winning rate..😎😎😎 Thank you again ✌✌👍👍

@houseofleaves126 Жыл бұрын

Preparing the London for a tournament. Thank you very much for this video!

@mitchiarikov2614 10 күн бұрын

Awesome video. Thank you so much

@robertgonsalves1966 2 жыл бұрын

It will take a long time to digest this video. It's awesome. Thanks

@johnhume3946 Жыл бұрын

I like these videos because it introduces a whole new way of looking at a position

@Mr3c2b1a Жыл бұрын

great content as usual great tricks and traps

@rollyicecream3013 2 жыл бұрын

Nelson. Iam subscribed to 8 chess channels. I swear to GOD that ur channel is the best by far. I told 7 friends of mine about ur channel and they have subscribed.

@ChessVibesOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@rollyicecream3013 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChessVibesOfficial we should thank u mr Nelson for ur amazing videos.👍🏽👍🏽

@valiantbrian2162 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. I wouldn't mind so much playing whites position in #16. You get 3 decent pawns for the bishop.

@Steve_K2 Жыл бұрын

More information per minute than any chess channel on KZfaq. Many thanks.

@paulgaither 10 ай бұрын

As a learner, what I like most about these examples it that it shows the value/importance of the "main line: moves by black and how to take advantage of those who "go off script".

@danno1800 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this - I have subscribed!😀

@moustafaelbatawy1099 Жыл бұрын

I actually almost never watch videos of chess by people I don't know. But I really liked your video. The effort you put is shown and appreciated thank you.

@KeyloweYT Жыл бұрын

As a London player this is a good one! Thanks, Nelson!

@rlevans0602 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always.

@TeeGar 3 ай бұрын

Myself the played london the everyone anytime and wase even aware for a several for these. Excellent informative thanks

@justinlouisantonio4981 2 жыл бұрын

17:44 this is the best trap ever

@BalanceLanguages 4 ай бұрын

Love this video!!!

@shadowphoenix8962 2 жыл бұрын

I'VE GOT TO REWATCH THIS FOREVER.

@spurlworld Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, I wrote them all down and put em into my chess notebook!

@timothyjones74 3 ай бұрын

I’m just trying to get started with my chess game. Haven’t played in fifty years. Now retired, I hope to use your videos to keep my mind sharp. Thanks, these videos are most helpful ❤

@ToniWright501 10 ай бұрын

I warch this once a week for months now. 😂 lovw it thanks

@maxb5640 4 ай бұрын

497k subs now. Great job, great channel!

@arrowofkira5658 2 жыл бұрын

I'm also playing the e6 b6 setup often and i didn't know any of those traps. I also noticed that all the people pushed c5 to attack the pawn on d4 which lead to all of the traps white had. That's kinda interesting because i thought pushing c5 is considered a good response to the London in general but it's super trappy! So I'd reconsider pushing c5 in the future when you play against the London as black and try something else.

@savalsaval9418 2 жыл бұрын

You are a good person, god bless you, thank you for lessens

@csfinch7672 Жыл бұрын

love your videos. I've been a fan for quite a while. I have one question for you, where did you get those blue chess pieces you have in the background? I'd love to get a set for myself.

@sblaney66 Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@naxar4246 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting. U got yerself a new subscriber. Good luck!

@ChessVibesOfficial Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@Danny15 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this video, the very first game I played, my opponent fell for the final trap and by move 15 I had won by resgination up 17 points in material.

@Grandcapi Жыл бұрын

Great video! I play the London and the most impressive game I saw was Kamsky x Shankland (trap # 15).

@peterk9961 8 ай бұрын

Awesome stuff

@ivyyan Жыл бұрын

Just the right video for me

@eriksteffahn6172 2 жыл бұрын

What I like to play against the London (and 1. d4 in general) is 1.d4 Nc6 2.Bf4 d6, one of the most common lines is 3.Nf3 Bg4 4.e3 e5 and black is already better with the main trap being 5.dxe5 dxe5 6.Qxd8 Rxd8 7.Nxe5 Rd1#.

@bobweisenberg Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Do you happen to have pgns for all these traps so I can create puzzles for them? Thanks.

@spd-kv6sd 2 жыл бұрын

It's worth learning how to understand the London System. I feel like I do already and have my weapon against it, but I recently found out it still might be bypassed. I know I lost because of a blunder, but this doesn't mean I might have avoided the position I got caught with my pants down in.

@eonbluefeanor Ай бұрын

In the last trap, is there not the move queen A6 check? Just wondering ;) and thanks for the great content! Cheers ✌️

@SilkyJohnston24 2 жыл бұрын

I’m gonna watch this three times and then get some games going! I trapped someone on what felt like a very natural opening where It looked like my knight was totally hanging but my opponent hung mate in 1!

@DavidfromMichigan 2 жыл бұрын

0:40 fine fine. Alright. I guess I can watch them all. Even though I'm sure I'll be watching this video at least 17 times. London player baby. Woohoo! I've been getting into the Latvian when playing black. Pretty cool opening.

@paulknight4450 Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@aimilioskladitis2274 8 ай бұрын

Hey! Nice work and nice topic! Can i get the pdf of the moves maybe?

@mabblers Жыл бұрын

Great video. My problem is remembering all of these in a game. Then myself falling to a bad position.

@DudzTravelVlog 5 ай бұрын

One of my fav.opening because many of players not aware of the trap.

@add9audio355 2 жыл бұрын

Ne4 in trap 15 is crazy I've never seen that before and I've probably played a thousand London games. Best part is after Ng5 black might play Qd3 thinking they can defend h7 and retreat to g6 on the next move but then you just play e4 and it's over

@spd-kv6sd 2 жыл бұрын

5:12 - the first time I played against a London System I fell for it. 😆😆😆

@ItIsYouAreNotYour 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Zpoq 6 ай бұрын

Feels good knowing that 13 other people fell for that first trap...

@KjA3R Жыл бұрын

Hi Nelson, great overview!! Is it possible to download the excel somewhere? Thanks.

@wak-asahan4451 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro Nelson lopes,it's interested trap ...next shows many game of GM match.regards of Indonesia.

@Tschoii90 9 ай бұрын

Wiggled my way up from 300 elo to 700 and I'll keep the last trick in mind. Great video. See you again when I'm a grandmaster in 200 years.

@nth.education Жыл бұрын

Did some study on Trap4, Taking with Queen is not a check to the king and black can respond with Qa5 check which forces white to move Nc3 and then black can follow it up with Nd5 to put pressure on the pinned knight and our attack dies out. Makes sense ?

@strykah41 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@gitisona476 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful content, today I used one and won the game Tnxxxxx

@jujubean9063 Жыл бұрын

I often hear people say, “I don’t play that opening”… which is fair, but it doesn’t mean there isn’t something in that opening which can give you insight in other openings. The fundamentals of a trap in one opening can show up in other openings. Transpositions happen. Sometimes you can end up with a pawn structure in one opening that is similar to another. Having a repertoire is good, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t strive for basic proficiency in all openings. I was playing a Scandinavian the other day and I ended up with a Nimzo-Indian pawn structure without the white e pawn and black d pawn. It helped to inform my play as I do know the Nimzo pretty well.

@paveltoufar1082 2 жыл бұрын

nice video

@michaelclark1330 2 жыл бұрын

Trap 6 is beautiful! I wouldn’t have found it otb. I was, however, looking at a trap similar to one that occurs in the Cambridge Springs Defense: 1. Bxd6 Qxd6 2. cxd5 winning a pawn. If Qxc5, Ne5 hits the g4 bishop and the Nc6. Definitely winning there too, but not even close to as good as the trap in the video!

@Chris-wk8nu 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome.

@jp71889 10 ай бұрын

This was an awesome video. Speaking only for myself - It would be a little easier to learn/retain if the traps were ordered by the board variation they applied to rather than number of people that fell for it. Nevertheless, loved the video and your content!

@InGeneralContent Жыл бұрын

Wow, I loved the London but now I really love the London. Just gotta know how to memorize all these now. But if I may ask, is there a more efficient way? Because for something like trap 3 that was 12 moves, surely it would be very rare for the opponent to play all those 12 moves sequentially no? Thanks again!

@OJ9779 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video unfortunately I'll remember none of these traps lol

@GunNut37086 Ай бұрын

The carnage on king side in trap 16 might leave your opponent thinking they trapped you, LOL. Not sure I'd want the bishop in exchange for that wrecked defense.

@AD-dk3bv 8 ай бұрын

Thanks

@ChessVibesOfficial 8 ай бұрын

Appreciate that!

@who-pz4ck 11 ай бұрын

So there are a lot of variations here, is there a method you recommend for me to remember them all. Rn I have chosen the London to be the first opening I learn/master before choosing a opening for black and I feel like these are important to know before doing so. However there's just so many variations idk the best way to practice and memorize them

@samuelmatheis Ай бұрын

14:00 use the Fork against the Dark Side, Luke! U still have the Fork! First C3 to PO, then R2 to D2

@paularized1 Жыл бұрын

When I first watched this vid I was about 1100 elo and thought these setups were too rare to be of much use. But now I’m 1400 and can see that they come up a lot more frequently than I thought.

@bruce4139 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to create a position where every single move increases your stock fish rating? Like a reverse zugzwang?

@Sonny_h1 2 жыл бұрын

That’s interesting to think about but I thought for a minute and personally I think it’s not possible because Stockfish assumes that you will make the very best move so it will rate your position as if you are about to make the move, so any other move would be worse than what the rating assumes and will make it lower.

@bruce4139 2 жыл бұрын

@@Sonny_h1 ok but hasnt there been positions, where you make a move and let's say it gives you 3 points for the best move for improvement lets say and the second moves gives you 2 points of improvement. Only one can be the best move but 2 give you improvement

@johnnyirish9852 Жыл бұрын

Interesting video, I loose games often in the opening phase because of traps, if I make it to the middle game however I often play good games (for my beginner level). Nelson, can you please make videos about the most successful traps at 1300-1500 level, and how to not fall into them or how to get out of them?

@KingOfErehwon Жыл бұрын

loose lose