If you’ve ever reached (or are aiming for) a 1600 rating in the US Chess Federation (USCF) system, you’ve probably wondered: How good is that, really? Is 1600 strong? Intermediate? Advanced? And what does a player at this level actually know? The short answer:A 1600 USCF player is a solid club player. Not a beginner … Continue reading How Strong Is a 1600 USCF Player?