29 checkout
13D8
29 is a two-dart finish. The standard route is Single 13, Double 8.
- 2darts minimum
- 275possible routes
- D8finishing double
How to check out 29, dart by dart
- 13Single 13 scores 13, leaving 16.
- D8Double 8 scores 16 to win the leg.
What if you miss?
Most misses land in the single bed of the number you were aiming at. This is where you'd be left, and how to finish with the darts you have.
| Aiming at | Hit | Leaves | Darts left | Then throw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8 | 8 | 8 | 1 | D4 |
Finishing on Double 8: a single 8 leaves 8, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 4. That is why even doubles are preferred.