@eainca: Thanks. I do use chesslab quite frequently to go over the master games of openings I play, but while I can get a general idea of what the masters play in any given situation, I don't get the "why" part of it and might mess up later without knowing why.
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For the Classical, I like "Play the Classical Dutch" by Simon Williams. He's well known for his attacking play and covers all the early deviations White can throw at you.
He also covered the Classical in a well produced DVD called Killer Dutch. You can see a clip here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNS9Pz3VTIA&feature=player_embedded#!
Okay, so first of all, I wanted to say thanks to all the people who helped in my understanding of the Dutch (in the other thread I created). Lately, it seems I'm getting more and more confused though. My opponents aren't simply waiting for me to finish setting up my structure! I'm willing to play all three major variations: the Classical, the Stonewall, and the Leningrad as long as I can have a reasonably comfortable game.
Are there any move orders that favor certain variations? I know for example, that the Leningrad is more favorable after the move c4 has been made since it gives the fianchettoed bishop more scope.
One line I find annoying begins something along the lines of 1.d4 f5 2.g3 Nf6 3.Bg2 e6 4.c4 c6 5.Nc3 d5 6.Nh3 Bd6 7.Bf4. Is there any way to prevent this (are the waiting moves b6 and Bb7 good?) or is there a good way to continue for Black?
Finally, I'd like to know when it's best to start an attack. I know it's best to be developed before you attack, but how do you go about this and what do you look for in your opponent's set-up that helps you decide how to attack? Obviously, a Dutch player's dream would involve Ne4, Qe8-h5, Rh6-f6, and some pawn pushes, but unless the other player is half-asleep or completely incompetent, this could never happen. Any help here?
Thanks :)