The best opening move for 2-1 in backgammon is 13/11 24/23. A builder and a small split. Watch it on the board, then read the idea behind it.
The idea behind the move
With 2-1 play 13/11 24/23: a checker from the 13-point comes down to the 11-point, and one back checker takes a small step.
A close second choice: 13/11 6/5.
What comes next
This is one of the weakest opening rolls, so don’t expect much. The aim is to prepare a builder without taking unnecessary risks.
How to read the move
A move like 24/18 means one checker goes from your 24-point to your 18-point. Points are counted from your side: 24 is the farthest, 1 is the deepest in your home board. “(2)” after a move means you play it with two checkers.