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501 Checkout Chart
Every checkout 2-170 with the standard route and 2-3 alternates. For when you blow your usual T20.
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Barrel Weight Selector
By throwing style (smooth vs forceful), hand strength, and existing dart preference. 18g vs 26g math.
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Flight Shape Guide
Standard vs slim vs kite. Match flight to throwing speed and barrel weight.
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Real Gear Reviews
The cheap option is usually fine. When it isn't, this site says so. Reviews include real cost-of-ownership math, not "5 stars on Amazon" reasoning.
GuideIt's a grouping problem, not a bullseye problemBeginners judge their darts by whether they hit what they aimed at, get frustrated by misses, and chase a new set. The real skill is consistency — throwing t…
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Dart weight and grip: matching to your throw, not buying random
The 22-26g range covers most adult throwers. Why heavier isn't better and the 3-test method to find your real weight in 10 minutes.
Why this page exists
Darts content online is sparse and mostly product reviews. This site is run by a person who plays in a Wilmington league.
The checkout chart was hand-verified against three published sources. The barrel-weight math reflects what real league players use, not what brand websites claim is optimal.
Plain note about money. Some links in the reviews and calculator results go to product pages on eBay with an affiliate tag. If you buy through one, the commission pays for the site. Your price doesn't change. The cheap option is usually fine; when the expensive option is worth it, this site will explain exactly why.
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Gear actually worth buying
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Sisal bristle dartboard (regulation)Sisal boards self-heal around dart holes; paper boards don't. Winmau Blade and Shot are the respected mid-range options.
Steel tip darts (22–26g)Most players land between 22g and 26g. Start mid-range (24g) and adjust from there. Avoid brass barrels — tungsten holds its shape.
Dartboard cabinetA cabinet hides the board between sessions and protects the wall. Pairs best with sisal boards.
Dartboard surround / catch ringA foam surround catches deflected darts and protects walls. A must-have for home setups.
Spare flights + shafts setFlights and shafts are the consumables of darts. Keep a multi-pack on hand — cracked shafts cost you mid-match.