Balance: Double

Balance with double

  • shortness in openers suit, suitable for a trap pass
  • 10-15 pts
  • Guidelines:
    • Shape in unbid suits is not as important as with a direct seat takeout double.

Responses:

Responder Bids Description Value
R:pass trap pass hand  
R:non-jump bid in suit 3+ cards 0-10 pts
R:jump bid in suit 4+ cards 7-11 pts
R:cue bid 4+ card support 12+ pts
R:1 NT stopper in opening suit 0-10 pts
R:2 NT stopper in opening suit 12+ pts