The Safeplace for Darts Players

Equipment Guide

Basics, Equipment and Tips for your Throw

In this section you will find everything about darts equipment and the basics of the game. This includes Flights, Shafts, Barrels, Tips, Boards as well as the correct stance at the Oche. Here you will learn how each element works and what influence it has on your game.

Whether you are putting together your first set, want to improve your technique or optimize your setup – here you will find practical info, tips and images that will bring you safely to the Oche step by step.

Flight

Shaft

Barrel

Tip

Checkout Chart

The optimal way to finish

With our Checkout Chart you can see the best ways to finish a leg at a glance. The table helps you to play remaining points optimally and make your checkouts more efficient.

Please note that errors can creep in with so many combinations. If you notice an incorrect checkout path or your favorite checkout is missing, you can tell us anytime in the Community Area . We will check the hint and gladly add or correct the Checkout Chart.

Your Remaining Score

1. Select Range 2 - 9

2 170

2. Select Number

Path Type

T20 → T20 → Bull

The Path

The Big Fish

The highest possible checkout in darts. There is no alternative. You must land two perfect hits in the Triple 20 to set yourself up for the Bullseye for the win.

Difficulty Extreme

Darts Bingo

Variety and Fun in Training

With Darts Bingo you bring new challenges into your training routine. Generate random tasks, choose your preferred grid size and try to complete the Bingo rows. Ideal for solo training or as a fun tournament with friends. Simply shuffle, download and get started!

Missing a specific task? Simply share your idea in the Community Area! We appreciate every suggestion and regularly integrate new challenges into the game.

Bingo Layout

Task Pool

Stances

The correct foot position at the Oche

Your stance at the Oche is far more than just the position of your feet – it is the indispensable foundation for your entire game. A stable and balanced stance forms the basis for a calm upper body and a precise, repeatable throwing motion. Only when you stand securely and feel comfortable can you avoid unnecessary muscle tension and focus your concentration fully on the target. Whether frontal, slanted, or sideways: The correct foot position gives you the necessary security to consistently perform, even in pressure situations.

The straight stance in darts means standing frontally to the Oche and dartboard. This foot position ensures stability and is often preferred by players with back problems. Through the parallel alignment to the board, a secure stance is created that also acts consistently relieving during longer matches. Additionally, the straight stance is helpful with cross-dominance if the left eye focuses the target, although throwing with the right hand.

Straight

The slanted stance is the most popular foot position, as it optimally combines stability and proximity to the board. The player stands slightly angled at the Oche, creating a natural movement sequence during the throw. This position is considered a good compromise: it offers security, spares the back and enables precise throws. Beginners in particular benefit from this, as they can develop a relaxed and controlled throwing technique.

Slanted

The side stance brings the shoulder closest to the board. This results in a direct throwing path, but the permanently open shoulder can lead to inaccuracies. In addition, this position requires a strong twist of the upper body, which can promote back problems after prolonged playing time. Many pros use this technique to stand as close to the board as possible, but for beginners, it is often harder to control.

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