Yearly Archives: 2021

In the article about proper darts stance, we discussed how stance is not just where you put your feet but rather the position of your entire body. The one thing we did not go into great detail about is where to put your throwing arm. This is because before you can position the arm you first...

Beginners are often enthusiastic about learning all the different tips, tricks, and details that are so important to mastering our beloved sport. Yet, for some reason, there is one question that many beginning players forget to ask, and that is,  what is the correct dart stance? A perfect dart stance is a combination of positioning...

There are many things to consider when choosing a dart. Whether you are buying your first set or just looking to upgrade, if you are thinking about purchasing some darts and you are not sure where to start, this list will help you make the best choice possible. If you are just starting out and...

Anyone involved in the world of darts for any considerable amount of time will be familiar with the wide variety of dart shaft lengths and flight designs. By experimenting with various shaft and flight combinations, you can potentially fine-tune your set-up for improved performance. Each of these factors, affect the dart throw. Together, they can...

We have many tips that can make a good dart technique better. If you are looking to improve your darts accuracy and precision, we go beyond the basics and explore some overlooked methods the will help elevate your game to the next level. I have tried to make a list of tips that can apply...

Not very many people would, for even one second, consider the game of darts as a contact sport. After all, contact sports are characterized by high-octane action, dazzling speed, and bone-crunching violence; none of which can be readily found anywhere near a typical game of darts. You are far more likely to conjure images of...

So you’re in position, you’ve got your arm up and your target in sight. You are ready to hit that bullseye but how do you throw a dart? To throw a dart with precision, you must keep your elbow up and eye on the target. Your upper arm should not move during the throw and...

If you’ve recently discovered the challenging and engaging game of darts, you need a set of reliable tools to help you perfect your throwing style. Darts come in a wide array of sizes, shapes, and weights and when you’re merely a beginner, choosing the right set can feel overwhelming. Read on and discover what...

Many experienced darts players say that this game is more about concentration and mental effort than practical skills. They consider, and we can only agree, that darts is 90% mental effort and 10% physical effort. These two sides of the game are interlinked and a player needs to develop both their throwing ability and their...

The debate on whether darts is a sport has rumbled on for many years. However, there were many elements of darts, which live on today, that make it a sport. So, what is it about darts that makes it a sport? The most common definition of a sport is ‘an activity involving physical exertion and skill in...