Things You'll Need:
- Doubling Cubes
- 4 Dice
- Backgammon Checkers
- Backgammon Sets
- Dice Cups
- Backgammon CD-ROMs
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Step 1
Set up the backgammon board (see "How to Set Up a Backgammon Board," under Related eHows).
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Step 2
Sit opposite your opponent with the board between you.
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Step 3
Throw a single die to determine who will get to move first. Roll again if both players get the same number.
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Step 4
Move first according to the roll of the dice if you rolled the higher number, but keep in mind that you must use both dice to determine your first move.
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Step 5
Number points 1 through 24 starting with the point on the upper right-hand corner farthest away from you.
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Step 6
Move in a counterclockwise direction, and notice your opponent moving counterclockwise also.
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Step 7
Move onto open points only; you aren't allowed to move onto points with two or more opposing checkers. Move checkers separately or in pairs.
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Step 8
Move all the pips shown on the dice. Play the larger number if you can only use one of the two numbers or as many of the doubles.
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Step 9
Place your opponent's checker on the bar when you hit a blot.
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Step 10
Commence bearing off when you've moved all of your checkers into the home board quadrant.
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Step 1
Rest the doubling cube on the bar at the beginning of play.
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Step 2
Propose to double the stake of the game before you take a turn if you think you're well enough ahead to warrant it.
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Step 3
Win the game if your opponent forfeits the double.
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Step 4
Continue playing if your opponent accepts.
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Step 5
Be aware that your opponent may redouble if the game situation changes.
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Step 6
Note that a gammon doubles or a backgammon triples the stake of the cube.

















Comments
paigey240 said
on 4/19/2009 What could i use if i do not have a doubler dice?