BEST DARTS FOR BEGINNERS THE GOLDILOCKS STYLE OF DARTS

[@edwinlambley2801]

Very good introduction to dart selection for new players mate. Basically straight barrel "Eric Bristow" with a LOT of slight variation or a "John Lowe" style are good starting points. Pleased you didn't confuse people with shaft length and type never mind flight design. Both effecting balance point of the dart. Newbies should look at your library of reviews for advice.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks Edwin! Yeah its hard to give just enough info without getting into all the little nooks and crannies that may confuse a beginner. I could have made it more simple by just saying buy an Eric Bristow dart lol but I also didnt want to name one dart as being best when that is not really the case, just trying to give beginners a guideline and then they can go off that :)

[@DJ_Mozer]

Fantastic guide. I started playing 18 months ago and found the greatest improvement was moving from brass to tungsten. My personal opinion is not to bother with brass at all for the cost of 80% tungsten.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks! Yeah might as well start with tungsten if you want to take it seriously and improve :)

[@jannekalliokoski1968]

Greetings from Finland! Been watching the world champs last few years and now I gave up and bought board and darts. Ended up to buy Harrows Predator 23gr darts. I want to believe that darts are good but sadly my skills are just poor.... Found your channel by mistake and have been watching lots of your videos. I like your laid back attitude. Thanks and happy darting!

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Hello mate, many thanks! I love the Harrows Predators, but they work well with my throw and grip. But I also have other darts I like which are different grips and shapes. I just like many because for me darts is something I enjoy even though I am not the greatest at it, was better years ago but had various injuries which affected my game so I just play for fun. So dont worry too much about your skill level now, just enjoy playing and eventually you will start improving! Happy Darting! :)

[@jannekalliokoski1968]

@@DartsReviewChannel Thanks! Been amazed by the machining and variety of barrels.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@jannekalliokoski1968 yeah in recent years they have gone crazy with all kinds of new grips and coatings due to the advancement of the cutting machines etc 😊

[@graffzon]

Great vid brother

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks mate! :0

[@bolerkai]

Well done Darren, you have a lot of experience reviewing darts, and this distills it down well.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks 👍😊

[@joedoherty9019]

Happy new year Darren 👍

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Happy New Year Joe! :)

[@vicfairbrass2814]

Excellent advice from the best darts review channel 👍🎯 happy darting 🎯

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks Vic, happy darting 👍😊💚

[@edwardkiperman8436]

Great video. I will be recommending it to anyone who asks what dart to get.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks Edward 👍 hopefully it will help people 😊

[@charlesscottkelly]

Great stuff thank you for your attention to details.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

No problem! :)

[@glennl.]

Interesting video for beginners and all those darts you show are perfect. The only advice I can give is start with a dart between 24 and 26gr. Afterwards you can go crazy with the collection hahaha. Good video Darren.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

LOL its no different to my range of 23g to 25g as I said you can go a bit heavier or lighter if needed, you stealing my idea lol! Only jossing! :)

[@glennl.]

@DartsReviewChannel Oops sorry. But yeah 23gr can also do it to start hahaha.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@glennl. LOL :)

[@dirtyharry2029]

Designa - Dart Thunder is always the dart I start people off on because of the ability to go soft tip/steel tip or a weight selection of 18-22g in soft tip and 20-30g in steel. They used to be $24 dollars US now they are $33. Designa and the Darts Corner line are for sure the 2 I point people to start.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Yeah I often recommend them too, but I was trying to steer away from naming one particular dart and just giving beginners an idea of the style of dart I think works best as a good all rounder. Darts like those and others I will probably mention in another video :)

[@chrisbowman2030]

I started with some Simon Whitlock darts and didn't like them that much. I bought some Loxley Robin 1 out of curiosity and man i love these things. They throw so well, even for a beginner.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Interesting dart to start with but just proves my point that you can use any dart and get used to it, ultimately I really dont think there is a right or wrong way just suggested ways :)

[@chrisbowman2030]

The Robin darts offer a very consistent and repeatable grip. The balance is quite good. The thin and smooth barrel gives me a very natural release. Several guys in my club tried the Robins and everyone came back with positive feedback.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@chrisbowman2030 Yeah its a good dart, I liked throwing them

[@domisz_4817]

Hey Iam actually looking to buy some simon whitlock darts. Would you be interested to sell me them?

[@chrisbowman2030]

​@@domisz_4817 Hi, i had them borrowed by a friend. I gave them back.

[@markbryant8321]

Good 👍 point Darren. 👉 nice one for beginners

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks 👍

[@sonnyhenriksen284]

Wise words Darren! All the new members in the "Darts Advice, Tips, and discussion." group, ask thus. I'll link to this video! 👌

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Cheers mate :)

[@edzejandehaan9265]

I started just a month ago. I had the chance to try some darts out in the shop. I rather liked a 22g pencil barrel dart. The Bull' "virus". It's a 70% tungsten dart relatively cheap. Ring grip, pretty grippy actually. I will probably upgrade later to something higher grade, but for now I think concentrating on improving my throwing technique has priority over chasing some "perfect" dart.

[@pvfckev8348]

Remember my first tungsten darts were the red ringed eric bristows sure they were £9.99 from argos

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Wont see many tungsten darts that price any more :)

[@markbryant8321]

Darts corner is mint 👌 use all the time

[@markbryant8321]

Intreasting I changed my 25g . 50th anniversary Bristow darts .with condor Axe . Works so 👍

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Nice 👍

[@louisperry8489]

Great video quick question when you recommend weight I’m a bit unsure Whether to factor in the flight and stem weight ?

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks, no just the weight of the barrels.

[@louisperry8489]

So if I wanted a 23g weight should I get a 22g barrel as flights and stems are around 1-2 gram?

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Not really unless you want the total weight to be 23g

[@louisperry8489]

Oh okay thanks very much

[@Aussie-Joe]

Your advice is spot-on Darren, evidenced by the 1000's of darts that satisfy the 'Goldilocks' criteria. Still looking for my 'perfect' set, LOL

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Thanks 👍eat more porridge it helps to find the Goldilocks dart 😜

[@Bravestarr137]

There are so many 90% tungsten darts around for less than £20. 5 sets of them whilst trying them out, versus £100+ for a player issue dart.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Yeah that's right 👍

[@gwheregwhizz]

Goldilocks and the Three Bulls. I'll get my coat.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

LOL very good, here's ya coat, now beat it lol!

[@gus6391]

Hi I’m a bit of a noob at this stuff as I’m only beginning have you got any links to ones you recommend ? Thank you

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@gus6391 I will be doing a kind of update video but a great starting dart is basically the Eric Bristow style like these: www.dartscorner.co.uk/products/legend-darts-eric-bristow-steel-tip-cocked-finger-r1-silver?variant=42275404841142

[@gus6391]

@@DartsReviewChannel how would you compare jocky Wilson’s darts to the ones you recommended ?

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@gus6391 again its another good style to start with, Ghost grip probably has a little more grip than the standard Jocky dart though.

[@Cowabunga10101]

I throw best with 16-17g 42-45mm barrel, so i have like 10 choises🙄😆 At least in steel tip, soft tip a little more but still not many and conversion points change the balance too much🤷‍♂️

[@DartsReviewChannel]

so you are a soft tipper eh :)

[@Cowabunga10101]

@@DartsReviewChannel I though of so many whitty responses but they all sounded too weird so not gonna write them😄

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@Cowabunga10101 😂

[@Cowabunga10101]

Luke Littler🤔 Never heard🤷‍♂️🤣 The Darts Corner sale for flights for 10p was very good, bought about 200 sets of different shapes😂

[@robertrice9466]

I can’t throw anything over 50mm, and I must use a short stem to boot. They say you have more control with a longer stem but I don’t find this, but then again i’am not very good at the moment 🎯❤️

[@DartsReviewChannel]

A complete beginner has no idea what is right for them, that is why the video is just a suggestion so they can get started without worrying about what is right or wrong. The Goldilocks range is adaptable, they can eventually or straight away go longer, shorter, thicker, thinner, lighter or heavier etc. But the beginner has to start somewhere, its just a suggestion to help them start :)

[@robertrice9466]

@@DartsReviewChannel I’ve been throwing for years and it seems like i’am going round in circles, feel great at the board and then just lose confidence in the next session. It’s so frustrating. I was only sharing an opinion not criticising in anyway 🎯😎

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@robertrice9466 Yeah I know, I am just saying its really meant for complete beginners, I dont think experienced players should be taking it as advice as such, as we know from experience its more complicated than that. Its just to help beginners along as its very confusing when starting out with all the different styles of darts. I dont particularly like long barrels over 48mm myself but I have found a few darts over the years that contradicts my preference. For example I am a big fan of the Target Sprint (no longer made) which is a thin and fairly long dart, the kind I usually hate, but they work well for me. Darts can be very easy for some and very difficult for others, I think its important sometimes just to let your body feel what is right but that can take a while to get it as we have set ideas in our head which we think we should be doing and it messes with our mindset. I often find I throw best when not even trying but then I suddenly think "Hey I am throwing well, what did I do right?" Then it all goes to pot lol I just need to learn to be non plussed about it and go with the feel. All sounds a bit Kung Fu that lol

[@robertrice9466]

@@DartsReviewChannel I know precisely what you mean, when casually throwing everything seams to fall into place, then like you say you realise your playing well and concentrate on your throw and it all comes apart. Same when you’ve had a good session and can’t wait to get on the Oche again and your previous form doesn’t carry over, that consistency is so difficult to find. But we keep trying and going back 😂🎯

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@robertrice9466 Yep exactly :)

[@lotarrrrr]

When ever people ask me about buying a first set of darts.... Bristow 22gr... Just the best all round dart to start with. I've been using mine for 20+ years and they weigh a few grams less... 😊

[@DartsReviewChannel]

It is the Goldilocks dart for sure

[@Krowalsch]

I there was a best dart, i know one that i would not use. Its more fun to pwn with worse material 😀 . What i found out after 1 year and swapping between 43 Sets of very different darts: if the model is not too freaky, its all in the head. I tried just for Fun: 1 set of 3 Different darts: 1x ADTS 6g training dart (One80). 1x 22g Target ALX and 1x Harrows Assassin (Red) with a whopping weight of 38g. In the End, the groupings were roughly the same i throw normally.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

I think I mentioned you could probably start with any darts and as long as you keep using it you will get better at throwing it eventually but the point of the video was to guide beginner's in the right direction as they are always asking for such advice. But I even hit a 180 a couple of weeks ago with the most crazy darts I have tried, my own design which will come out fairly soon. 😊👍

[@gorefest9939]

Great advice........but a word of warning is in place.Been buying darts for well over 30 years,still have not found my ideal dart.With the amount of manufacturers an darttypes nowadays..........it's endless and.........expensive 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Lol indeed 😂

[@ColossalCrib]

*sponsored by Darts Corner Wayne Mardle is my favourite straight barrel.

[@bryanwhyte5794]

Getting a bit deep here pal 😂. Only joking a great video totally agree btw, bang on . 50.8 seems the go to industry length. I chuck 48mm myself

[@DartsReviewChannel]

You know why though, 50.8 is the old imperial that they used which is 2 inches, the common size for the tungsten billets I believe :)

[@bryanwhyte5794]

@@DartsReviewChannel never knew that. The darts oracle strikes again.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@bryanwhyte5794 lol :)

[@Victor-it6bv]

Im on my 99th set and still haven't found one that suits me.😢

[@ColossalCrib]

I like a chunkier dart. 7mm +.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

you are not a beginner though, bet you like brass darts lol :P

[@georgew2432]

Brass darts I call them carnie darts because thats what they give you at the fairs and carnivals, shaped sort of like Phil Taylors but fatter and brass

[@DartsReviewChannel]

yep I know the ones lol

[@mylandegroote4097]

which gram do you recommend for beginners

[@DartsReviewChannel]

24g

[@Onehundrednandeighty]

Watch the video?

[@andrewwickstead3802]

Should it not be the greenilocks of darts

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Ah, good one! :)

[@TN-D18]

As bad as I’m throwing right now, I don’t deserve stainless steel….or even a set of Widdys.

[@DartsReviewChannel]

LOL I have some plastic ones, will they be ok?

[@simplepresent6434]

Ross Smith Darts

[@DartsReviewChannel]

bit pricey for beginners but good darts

[@abelstoker3112]

I think a beginner better can start of with a bomber style dart the throw easier

[@DartsReviewChannel]

thats totally missing the point of the video, a bomb style is not an all rounder middle of the road style of dart that can and usually does work for more people than any other style

[@ryklatortuga4146]

... but so long as you slip on a set of green flights, you'll be - all reet! For the algo

[@DartsReviewChannel]

ah can feel it alreet! :)

[@tomgengar]

The Main Star recommended ? I think he says : get me some gravy bones for advice lol

[@DartsReviewChannel]

no good listening to him, he hits 9 darters with anything!

[@tomgengar]

@@DartsReviewChannel for sure he can hit 9 darter with nails lol

[@bryanwhyte5794]

Brass darts still going due to Pub landlords who no nothing about darts but inherited a board 😅

[@DartsReviewChannel]

LOL yeah probably why, its crazy how many must get made each year, they must sell though.

[@mrmods7912]

You shouldn't be recommending this dart to beginners... They are a pencil type dart... They can go all over the place! A 24g bomber style is miles better for beginners

[@DartsReviewChannel]

Another one totally missing the whole point of it! Its recommending a dart to start that is the middle of the road of every style of dart. Its the most popular style and the one that many pros still use more than any other style. Its an all rounder that can work with any grip. Once the beginner has played a bit longer then they can experiment with other shapes or as in the case of many people continue with what is the most used style ever. So what if the beginner starts with a bomber and that goes all over the place then they try a straight barrel and it goes perfect?

[@tonytravers5122]

Darren is correct a straight barrel is the best dart to start with ….you get the jist of where your grip points are and push point etc ….if you throw from the front you would normally end up with a torpedo bomb shape or larger taper front to back ….Darren has chose perfect lengths and perfect weights to start ….the rest is up your you to change to your specifics

[@DartsReviewChannel]

@@tonytravers5122 Thank you! :)