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How to Determine the Shaft Length for Darts

Darts is a common game in bars and pool halls, in which success is based on the accuracy with which you can throw. While practice is the best way to improve, you might also want to try using a different dart shaft length. Players often perform better with a specific length of shaft, and it's much easier to use your preferred darts than it is to adapt your playing style to the darts you happen to have on hand.

Instructions

- 1
  Obtain a few darts in every length and practice with them. There are six standard shaft lengths: Long, Medium, In-between or Mid, Short, X-short and Micro. The exact measurements vary between manufacturers, but the six sizes generally range between the extremes of 1/2 and 2-1/2 inches.
- 2
  Throw a few darts at the board. Observe how they fly through the air. If your darts are wobbling as they fly, you likely need a shorter shaft.
- 3
  Note the angle at which the darts strike the board. Ideally they should hit at a 90 degree angle, or angled slightly upward. If they are pointed too far downward, use a longer shaft. If your darts strike at too low an angle, pointing upward, use a shorter shaft.

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