136 checkout
T20T20D8
136 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 20, Double 8.
- 3darts minimum
- 27possible routes
- D8finishing double
How to check out 136, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 76.
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 20 | 116 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T20 | 20 | 56 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | Next visit |
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.