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The Voice of the Game: A Beginner's Guide to Darts Commentary

An educational guide for aspiring darts commentators. Learn about common broadcasting archetypes, foundational skills, and how to leverage modern media like YouTube and podcasts to start your career.

By Kevin Lalka
Nov 10, 2025
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Equipment

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Dart Setup

Master your game by understanding every component of a dart. This comprehensive guide covers points, barrels, shafts, and flights to help you build your ideal setup.

By Kevin Lalka
Nov 3, 2025
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The Ultimate Dart Player's Travel Guide: Cases, Boards, and More

A comprehensive guide to the best dart cases, portable practice boards, and travel accessories to keep you sharp on the road.

By Kevin Lalka
Oct 27, 2025
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Equipment

A Player's Guide to Modern Dart Points: The 'Littler Effect' and New Tech

From Luke Littler's extra-long points to Target's interchangeable Swiss Point system, find out why dart points are the hottest new trend in dart technology.

By Kevin Lalka
Oct 20, 2025
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The Ultimate Guide to Dart Tournament Preparation

From finding local events to mental prep and what to pack, this complete guide covers everything you need to succeed in your next dart tournament.

By Kevin Lalka
Oct 13, 2025
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Equipment

The Best All-in-One Flight & Shaft Systems in 2025

Tired of your flights popping off? We review the top integrated flight and shaft systems, including Condor Axe, Target K-Flex, and Cuesoul Rost.

By Kevin Lalka
Oct 6, 2025
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Equipment

Dart Shafts Explained: How Length and Material Affect Your Throw

A complete guide to dart shafts (stems), explaining how different lengths, materials, and weights can dramatically impact your dart's flight path.

By Kevin Lalka
Sep 29, 2025
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Practice

How to Practice Darts Like a Pro: A Guide to Daily Improvement

Build a professional practice routine with just 15-30 minutes a day. This guide covers drills, injury prevention, and the mental game.

By Kevin Lalka
Sep 22, 2025
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Equipment

How to Choose the Right Dart Flight Shape for Your Throw

A complete guide to dart flight shapes. Learn the difference between Standard, Slim, Kite, and other shapes to find the perfect one for your throw.

By Kevin Lalka
Sep 15, 2025
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Equipment

The 3 Best Darts For Beginners Under $50 in 2025

Don't break the bank on your first set of darts. We review three of the best, high-quality, and affordable tungsten dart sets for new players.

By Kevin Lalka
Sep 8, 2025
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Equipment

Never Miss a Point: The Best Automatic Dart Scoring Systems

A deep dive into the world of computer vision and automatic scoring systems for steel-tip darts, from dedicated hardware to mobile apps.

By Kevin Lalka
Sep 1, 2025
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Setup

Choosing the Perfect Oche: A Player's Guide

From a simple line on the floor to a professional raised platform, we explore how to choose the perfect oche for your dart lane.

By Kevin Lalka
Aug 25, 2025
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Equipment

The Best Dartboard Lighting Systems: A Comprehensive Review

A deep dive into the best lighting solutions to eliminate shadows and elevate your dart game.

By Kevin Lalka
Aug 18, 2025
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Equipment

Protecting Your Walls: The Best Dartboard Surrounds Reviewed

Find the perfect dartboard surround to protect your walls and elevate your dart setup's aesthetics.

By Kevin Lalka
Aug 11, 2025
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Community

Arrows & Iron: Honoring the Blue-Collar Roots of Darts While Forging its Future

Explore the rich working-class history of darts and discover how we can elevate this beloved pub game to a respected arena sport, celebrating skill and precision.

By Kevin Lalka
Aug 4, 2025
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Setup

Comprehensive Dartboard Setup & Regulation Guide

A complete guide to setting up your bristle or electronic dartboard to official regulations, including mounting, lighting, and maintenance tips.

By Kevin Lalka
Jul 28, 2025
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Strategy

Mastering 501: A Complete Strategy Guide

From opening scores to checkout combinations, learn the professional strategies to win at the game of 501.

By Kevin Lalka
Jul 21, 2025
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Forged in America: The Enduring Blue-Collar Roots of Darts

A historical look at the deep, independent roots of American darts in the blue-collar communities of cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Nashville, and New York City.

By Kevin Lalka
Jul 14, 2025
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The Darting Divide: Why American Pros Don't Make European Money (And How We Can Change It)

A deep dive into the financial and structural gap between the US and European pro darts scenes, and a roadmap for how America can build a new generation of darting millionaires.

By Kevin Lalka
Jul 7, 2025
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Equipment

The 5 Best Dartboards for Home Use in 2025

From the professional-grade Winmau Blade 6 Triple Core to the high-value One80 Gladiator, we review the best bristle dartboards for your home setup.

By Kevin Lalka
Jun 30, 2025
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Strategy

Winning Darts Cricket: A Complete Strategy Guide

Learn the secrets of when to point up, when to close numbers, and how to control the board in the game of Cricket.

By Kevin Lalka
Jun 23, 2025
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The American Roots of Cricket in Darts

How the game of Cricket in American darts grew out of Philadelphia's sporting scene and became a distinctive version of the game in the U.S.

By Kevin Lalka
Jun 16, 2025
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