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>>I didn't play in tournaments for very long time, i.e. not in this country; and I have never been 'pretty good'. If for some reason I would decide to play now, then I could count on ~2300 rating. I know it because sometimes I play fast chess on weekends with active players.
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>Just curious. Are you saying you are better or worse than "pretty good."
It depends what Mike meant saying "pretty good". 2300 is US National Master level. The best, world-class players have 2700. 200 point difference in ratings means weak competition (1:3 ratio), and 400 means no competition.
Edward Pikman
Independent Consultant