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> Sorry Steel tips!!

Ah there we go. Well let me give you a couple links to start with and explain a little more about them.

Here is a set of 26g Red Dragon Tempest darts. Not to confuse you too much but these are actually old stock Winmau Silver Vanquish darts. They cost about $45-$50 a few years ago when they came out. 26g is on the heavy end of things but at $16 it's worth a try.

On the other end of the spectrum here's a beautiful set of 18 gram steel tip darts. I own these and LOVE them. Worth a try at $15.

If you want to go in with friends you could place an order from Amazon UK. The shipping will be about $8 for 4 sets of darts.

These are 23 grams but be warned... This is what actually shows up. It's a 95% tungsten barrel and I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone. Hard to pass up for $12.70!!

These Golden Tempest are actually 26g Winmau Golden Vanquish and a steal at $12.70.

You could also get these 25 gram darts. They're a Winmau Navigator dart. Super high quality and it offers up a popular (in the USA) knurl grip.

Any of these options are incredible starting points if getting into darts and these darts are just as nice as any dart that a professional player uses. You're going to be hard pressed to have anyone send you darts but to be able to buy these incredible darts for $12.70 from Amazon UK is something that you really can't beat.

When I just wanted a regulation size cheapo board to practice on I ended up with a Viper 777 for ~$50.

It's been fine for me, registers every dart(though I rarely turn it on for practicing) and no more bounce outs than any other board I've used. But it's not great if you want to play with a bunch of friends. Handles 2 people fine but doesn't display everything in perfect detail, like it doesn't show what your individual round score was after all 3 darts. If you just want a cheap full-sized board to practice on it's great, if you want to play all night with friends spend some more money on one of Jake's suggestions.

I like A1 and A3 from Darts: Beginning to End

A1: Throw 3 darts at large segments: 20, 19, 18, 17, 16, 15, 14, 13 (more than just cricket so you use more of the board)
If 2 darts land in the large segment you give yourself a mark. You want the game to be around 45-60 mins long with no breaks. I started with 3 marks on 20-16 and now I do 4 marks on all numbers. Switch to the small bed if you need more of a challenge. It really helps you get confidence in single numbers and throwing darts in the same place. Also helps aim for a specific spot, the large bed is so big, picking a hole or fuzz on the bed can really help dial in consistency.

A3: Throw up to 3 darts at T20, T19, T18, D20, D10, D16, D8, Bull. Add in numbers you like, I added D1, D12, D6. I play to 3 marks.
Throw darts at the number you're aiming for (lets say T20). If you miss, move on to the next number. If you make that bed in 3 darts or less give yourself a mark and move on to the next number. If you throw the bed on your 1st or 2nd dart, the rest of the darts in your hand can go to the next bed. If you make T20 on your first dart, switch to T19 for 2 and 3. If you miss those last darts you are still on the T19. Landing a bed gives you more darts at the next bed potentially.

Both of these games speed up as you close numbers out. I like the fact that it makes me focus for 60 minutes with no interruptions. The pressure of A1 to land 2 darts after missing the first one is helpful to me as well.

I always sprinkle in some Bobs 27 or just some trainer games on pro-darter.com of 501 to get myself ready for a league match.

You have a few options any many will depend on your needs and budget.

Many have said the Dartslive 100s is the best electronic home dart board. $199

I have a Arachnid Cricket Pro that I am happy with($149). It actually used to be Chris Pratt's board but that's another story.

If you don't need it to be electronic then maybe get a steel tip board and some conversion tips for your soft tip darts. The Blade 4 is my favorite board($56) and Puma makes a steel tip board with soft tip sized segments($42.50).

You can even get a non-electronic soft tip board for cheap.

The full electronic versions will keep score, handle multiple players and have other game options like count up etc. They will also have a computer opponent to play against.

This $20 webcam will do the trick. Your built in camera might be good enough quality but I think you’d much prefer an external cam bc of the maneuverability.

You can start playing right away! The cam check approval is needed to enter tournaments- and yes, for that you need about 12-20 ranked games completed and then a mod needs to check it. “Ranked games” just means an equalizer or ladder match which is what most everyone plays anyway.

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u/chuckdeezoo beat me to this question for the day... and instead of creating a new post, I'll just piggyback... or perhaps Robin hood onto his topic. ;-)

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So the question I have and perhaps, this might help u/chuckdeezoo also...

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What's the better way to go for Winmau boards? The standard Blade 5 or the Dual Core Blade 5?

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Winmau Blade 5 is on sale for $65 (US)

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The Winmau Blade 5 Dual Core is $89 (US)

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Any thoughts on the difference?

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Thanks!!

My buddy and I were also experiencing the same problem. Ended up getting a blade 5 and viper surround from Amazon. I can't recommend them enough.

However, if you don't have the means (or patience) to save money and wait to get a board, I almost bought one of these:
Use the force

The only downside, is the color scheme isn't traditional.
But from what i've heard...they are pretty decent.

Another option is the Viper boards on Amazon Meh!

Although...if you are going to spend $35...you might as well spend $60 and not have to replace for a while longer.

Do yourself a favor - Winner Winner

Thanks for the advice. Found these online, looks like a pretty solid deal.

Does your husband need a board and surround as well ? If not the stand alone is £45

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gorilla-Stands-Unisexs-Dartboard-96x15x14/dp/B00I7P2IU0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=gorilla+darts+stand&qid=1574079943&sprefix=gorilla+darts+&sr=8-1

It's what I used to use. Great stand to be fair.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00A3RW7OM/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=A3HDJQE0W39JC3&psc=1

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B07PWXQW7B/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_1?smid=A3HDJQE0W39JC3&psc=1

I just ordered the tempest from the UK as it was roughly the same price. I also the in a set of Sky Pro's for kicks ;D.

Really want that 4 pack deal though! And I know it's a gamble, but I really like the "torpedo" style RD's. They're like $30 on amazon.com..

I bought these Red Dragon Caldera darts which I'm pretty sure are the same thing. They're comfortable.

Just got a set of these guys: https://www.amazon.com/Red-Dragon-Apollo-18g-Tungsten/dp/B00J09CQCW

Pretty happy with them, especially for the price and prime shipping. My Designa Elite 95s feel a bit more solid, but still good stuff.

This setup is the bees kneez for a budget:

1. (Cam) https://www.amazon.ca/Logitech-Widescreen-Calling-Recording-960-000694/dp/B004FHO5Y6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521723845&sr=8-1&keywords=logitech+c270
   
2. (Ceiling / wall Mount) https://www.amazon.ca/Adjustable-Microphone-Suspension-Broadcasting-Voice-Over/dp/B00DY1F2CS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1521723867&sr=8-3&keywords=microphone+arm
   
3. (USB Extention) https://www.amazon.ca/AmazonBasics-Extension-Cable-Male-Female/dp/B00NH136GE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1521723888&sr=8-4&keywords=usb+extension+cord
   
   
   
   I purchased all of these and it works great, The cam is not 1080p but it's good quality for Webcam darts.

Whack up the board with a surround, then just fill in the wall at the end! That's what me and my housemates did, and whenever the landlord came round hide the board with a mirror. Simple work!

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However, I'm sure something like this - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gorilla-Portable-Dartboard-Professional-Lifetime/dp/B00I7P2IU0/ref=asc_df_B00I7P2IU0/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=214529524006&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3220163538891576364&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006476&hvtargid=pla-360299262144&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 would work fine.

I would absolutely agree with all of those recommendations and add this as the only listing on US Amazon I have recommended to anyone.
https://www.amazon.com/ONE80-Tungsten-Professional-Steel-Checkout/dp/B01MRKLT4W/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1539922957&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tungsten%2Bdarts&dpPl=1&dpID=51obMGNz5%2BL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Thanks! I bought a Gladiator II board and those red dragon darts. I was going to get the blade5, but this seemed like a really good deal on the gladiator. Obviously not great darts, but I will use the scoreboard I suppose.

gladiator II

for the price i was surprised how nice .. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H1Q5J16/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Great, waiting for the post.
Sadly, I live in Egypt and there are no dart stores here. I depend on the posts to have an opinion before ordering something from Amazon.

I ordered one80 A-24g @ Nov 6th I think it is supposed to arrive next week. Hopefully.

Check out this book if you need tips for practicing. It is incredibly helpful!

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00A3RW7OM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

its in canadian dollars so if youre in US or UK its even cheaper lol

I agree with all others about getting darts across the pond. If you dont want to do that, I have these https://amzn.com/B01LZMUCXS and they are in your price range. This cheaper than you can get them from dartscorner.

There’s bound to be Black Friday deals on something over the next 2 days...so far there’s this One80 Gladiator II for $45, and I read somewhere that the Winmau Blade 5 was $28 last year during Black Friday??

Hold out for just a bit, it could be worth ur while

You guys are a bad influence lol. I had to order a set and get in on this deal. I got in on the soft tip 4 packs but not the steel tip ones so thanks for the info! Also found the same deal on Amazon Canada but restrictions didn't allow to have them shipped to me from Canada. Here's the link for any of you Canadians up North.

https://www.amazon.ca/Red-Dragon-Darts-Tungsten-Value/dp/B00A3RW7OM/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=red+dragon+value+pack&qid=1574611824&sr=8-1

$25 shipped on Amazon Spain.
https://www.amazon.es/Red-Dragon-Darts-dardos-tungsteno/dp/B00A3RW7OM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01NAL48FU?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Widescreen-designed-Calling-Recording/dp/B004FHO5Y6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542448308&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=logitech+c270+hd+webcam

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00A3RW7OM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image

Or One80 Gladiator