How to throw darts 3 # - The Grip. How to hold the dart.

[@edwardowen4488]

I'm a front gripper! My darts are very much front weighted with finger and thumb grip with one finger just about off the barrel and supporting the point! My dart barrels are very lightly sandblasted and provides an excellent grip which shiny barrels dont give me

[@royalbloodline5610]

This is a beautiful and enlightening video. I’ve been trying to get the John Lowe grip for years. Thank You 🙏

[@domingoleija3436]

Great break down for my slow learning curve but I'm determined so I'll just rewind 100x senor

[@fourcandles9413]

I've always used the John Lowe grip

[@christopheradams7158]

Some great information there mate I'm really enjoying this channel please keep them coming 👍

[@crackrockdude]

Watching this from Australia

[@feralpanda5084]

same here

[@feralpanda5084]

great info for a new player! straight to the point as well. thanks

[@KBM2018]

I've watched many videos like this but this is a five ⭐ video ,,, it's just great

[@noobztvgaming]

I pull my darts to my right ,im right hand thrower but just seen about the rotation of the wrist ,for the follow through ,so about to go home and work on the wrist facing board postion,with my grip to then add follow through more

[@WeeIslay]

That’s an excellent video on the grip, well done and keep them coming 👍🏻🎯

[@Straightdarts]

Thank you and will do 😀 🎯

[@tomasmorrissey7324]

Nice video mate

[@bblair2627]

that genuinely helped me. wow

[@Fh-jw5yq]

I just wanted to show appreciation to you for your videos. We've never met but I've learnt so much. I find myself coming back to them as I figure my way learning how to throw properly. Thank you, best darts coach!

[@Straightdarts]

Wow, thank you so much mate! :)

[@wernerzegers7029]

This video is great. Especially from 1:49 about the Nucle Grip. This is a great helping tip, because I was struggling on how to grip my darts. And now because of your video content, I was able to get a good grip on my darts, finally. :-) So thank you very much for your simple but effective advice. I can do it over and over again. And grip my darts the same way, over and over again? So thank you again.

[@bigmushypealad8530]

I’ve never understood how anyone could throw anything with any kind of accuracy with the “pencil grip” I’ve tried it so many times and It just baffles me how that’s the most common grip

[@aspentravisaspen2160]

Same I feel you it seems my fingers can't really hold it that way

[@bigmushypealad8530]

@GR Reed you’re crazy man I honestly struggle to even hit the board throwing like that I just can’t get my head around it

[@noobztvgaming]

Just notice the nuckle grip mention part for the forefinger Im going to try this ,im trying to find my grip ,and get a straight throw ,right handed i keep pulling it to the right

[@curtydarts3]

Great content 🔥

[@skillz4u968]

Didn't realise how similar to anderson I grip the darts.. crazy lol he's my favourite player aswell

[@MrBestInTheWorld98]

I think the knuckle grip just changed my whole grip. So im playing for some while now trying every grip. Some worked better than the other. I just tried this type of grip and its really different, i now finally have the feeling to have the control of my darts. Left eye dominant and right handed also is very difficult to find the perfect stance & throw. I hope this is it. Thank you!

[@Matersoup]

thanks great advice

[@m4rckzer042]

Wow he used dart while the laptop on below the dartboard. How professional

[@roadkingrider6532]

I’m totally new at darts. I bought what I consider to be a very nice cricket board setup, for a beginner. I’m enjoying it immensely. I have done zero research on the darts themselves. I was wondering for someone who is really wanting to get into darts, what are some good dart brands or models? Haha see I am a beginner, I don’t even know how they are rated or whatever. I just know the darts that came with this board are probably basic darts that are on the lower end of quality. Im sure like any other hobby they make some that are ridiculously expensive. Im just curious what are some above average to really good darts?

[@Straightdarts]

You want to buy a set of tungsten darts. Affordable darts are made of brass. Tungsten is a heavy material and so it can be thiner and still weigh the same. You don't need to spend alot, I'd recommend the brand Designa darts on darts cornor or ebay, also darts clearance. They manufacture good quality tungsten at an affordable price, allowing you to experiment with different weights and lengths. Most players throw around 22g. Between 20g and 26g fulfils the needs of over 95% of darts players.

[@SuperKillbill1234]

Why do dart players seem to point the dart down instead of pointing the tip at the board?.ty

[@SuperKillbill1234]

Good stuff. ty Why might my darts stick in with the flights pointing down.. Thanx.

[@Straightdarts]

It's all to do with the amount of parabolic curve and the amount of flick in the darts. If kick the dart in the air this also players a big part in how the dart will land. E.g if your hold at the rear and push down slightly on release the darts will land up and if your hold the dart at the front the darts at the front you would have to flick the point up on release to make the darts land up in the dartboard. Aspinall hold the rear and pushing slightly down at the back and price hold the front and dlicks the point. Both work better fro different players. :)

[@SuperKillbill1234]

@@Straightdarts Great stuff ty. I saw your video on not to throw like Phil Taylor, You're exactly right as I still throw my darts off the board, .thanks again.

[@alanmarriott9216]

With the Steve Beaton grip does your thumb sit directly on the underneath of the barrel please?

[@Straightdarts]

Not necessarily. You just need to need your grip straight.

[@bobby4140]

I am new to darts, thanks for your great videos! In your recommended knuckle grip, how do you keep your middle finger from interfering with the flight?

[@Straightdarts]

If your push the darts slightly off with your fingers, grip griping softer and push the fingers straight at release. If that dosnt work maybe try moving the finger that's causing the deflections don't the barrel slightly. :)

[@benshearsby6219]

What darts were you holding when showing the grips?

[@Straightdarts]

It's a custom made dart, based on a James Wade set but with Razor Grip. :)

[@danielhulsbosch]

Hi i have a question bc my flyer always fall of do you know how it stays on the dart?

[@SV-ee5lp]

Du musst sie tackern. Es gibt spezielle flight tacker dann steckst du den Ring rein und sie werden nichtmehr rausfliegen...

[@jhunebarttv9145]

nice

[@stevieg3929]

I do the pencil grip but my middle finger is under the barrel near the point but not on it

[@Thoothje_Gewooniets]

I have noticed that I hold with 4 fingers kinda similar to Adrian Lewis throw

[@alanmarriott9216]

Should your wrist always be set backwards before throwing please??

[@Straightdarts]

Yes, you want the wrist locked as 90% of the power should be from your wrist.

[@alanmarriott9216]

@@Straightdarts Thank you. I’ve watched your video numerous times on how to grip dart. I’ve been averaging 60 but how I hold it isn’t right and causing me to be so inconsistent. Need to try and slow video down and see how you hold it

[@asct3674]

Are there any players whose grip is at the very front of the barrel ?

[@Straightdarts]

Loads, just to name a few. Martin Adams Wayn Mardel Tony Osha Jose de Sousa Ross Montgomery Raymond Van Barneveld

[@trevormiskelly4304]

Any advice for someone with arthritis,,was a decent player,,now stopped,,but miss the game,,still try to throw at home,,ok one minute,darts fall out of hand the next??

[@Straightdarts]

Have you tried to use a wide stumpy dart and griping it from behind?

[@trevormiskelly4304]

@@Straightdarts Have tried nearly every type of dart goin,,same story with them all

[@Straightdarts]

@@trevormiskelly4304 you could also try push the darts on release towards to target. Rather that just throwing and letting go. Try to push them from the fingers. Alot of players do that, I find it helps me. :)

[@Leonator19]

Ist the Grip in the Thumbnail from Desousa ?

[@Straightdarts]

No it's Martin Adams 😀

[@skipper167]

As always ... great video mate keep it up ... Also have you any tips for someone who grips the center of the darts ...as I use scalloped darts and my thumbs and finger grip the center of the darts in the scalloped area 🤔

[@Straightdarts]

I find centre grip is very similar to a front grip for me :)

[@LUFCWHITES11]

Might change my grip, I'm 99% sure my middle finger (stabiliser) is the last one that leaves the darts and sends it into the 5 alot

[@timoeichner2176]

I got a stupid question, do you through the dart forward after the draw back or do you push the dart? Still searching for my throw :'(

[@Straightdarts]

Try to stop using your arm. After the draw let the wrist be the first thing that moves. Just flick the wrist :)

[@timoeichner2176]

Thx for your advice, will try my best just to use the wrist 👍👌

[@nmccormack998]

I don't struggle with the grip per se, but I do have inconsistent pick up, ie I may grab the dart 5mm further back or forward than my optimum position. How do you ensure you're picking it up and holding at the exact same position each time without spending a few seconds shuffling the dart in your hand (and losing rhythm)?

[@Straightdarts]

It's always good to make sure your holding all the darts the same in your opposite hand. It's also useful to have groves, scallops, or a tapper on the dart if you struggle with this. I like a rear tapper for my thumb and first finger. :)

[@nmccormack998]

@@Straightdarts Thanks for the reply. I've re-analysed my grip and pickup of my Red Dragon Defenders and found a more consistent pickup. This resulted in even more consistency yesterday (with 3 close-to 180s), and this morning, where I FINALLY hit my first 180 since restarting darts in December!! I don't think I'd have hit today's 180 without your videos. I'll go nowhere else for future lessons. I've found conflicting and bad advice elsewhere that only resulted in my head filled with confusing and conflicting tips and tricks.

[@Lewis12313-b]

Hey, i have a question, I’ve been playing for a while now and I always struggle with darts falling out, I believe it’s to do with my middle finger being under the dart as I don’t see it often and it causes my darts to land very vertical what should I do?

[@Straightdarts]

The dart land vertical is fine, it's all to do with the timing of the throw. We need the wrist and fingers moving during the relase. Try going softer with the arm to slow down the forarm movement and just flick the wirst and relase. active power via acceleration of the wrist instead of force from the arm. :)

[@michaelwass7126]

Hello bud, I use very similar grip to Steve beaton classic 2 fingers and thumb. I normally place the dart closer to the tip of my thumb but recently cut it at work so had to play a bit further down my thumb which has actually improved my release I think. Does it matter where it is on your thumb or is there a 'normal' place it should be? Thanks again for the content.

[@Straightdarts]

You want the thumb to be pointing backwards ideally. It's not hugely important bit I can help push the dart straight during the wrist flick and add a bit more power. :)

[@michaelwass7126]

​@@Straightdartsthanks bud. Also my thumb sits behind my first finger when gripping not loads but it does, my grip is very similar to beaton. Does it matter in relation to your first finger or is it best if they're opposite. Thanks again.

[@Straightdarts]

@michaelwass7126 I'd just keep them oposite :)

[@michaelwass7126]

@@Straightdarts thanks bud. Appreciate your time.

[@briceristow5985]

Keep up the great work. You really do provide great content, and I hope others begin to notice. I love Bristow, but can’t throw like him (he is 2-3” taller than me).

[@12OverThru9]

I’ve tried doing grips where my middle finger is on the point ie Gary Anderson and can’t generate any power? Any tips to think about when it comes to release? I’m struggling massively with changing grip each week and need a fundamental right one to try

[@Straightdarts]

Just make sure you get a good grip with the first finger and thumb, thats your power. Expecially when your thumb is pointing towards your. You can push the dart then. :)

[@Mick_Au]

Just came across your channel and have watched a few videos great channel mate. I’m try to learn as much as I can as I’m not very good at darts 35-40 avg. I find I can’t keep my arm straight my elbow normally rises up when I’m pulling back any tips? Keep up the great work hope to see you out on the big stage one day smashing it out. Cheers

[@Straightdarts]

Thanks mate, It's normal for your elbow to raise slightly as you draw back as long as its no more than about two inches at most. Try to tuck your elbow into your body a bit more and as you draw back try and get the point truing upward and the flight Turing downward. :) this should make its easier to flick through with the wrist and fingers on the throw.

[@Mick_Au]

@@Straightdarts Thanks for the reply and tips much appreciated all the best mate 👍👍🇦🇺

[@WhiteSheppard]

Is it a bad thing to use your thumb and middlefinger as thrusters? I've been doing it quite some time. I'm having problems with consistency.

[@Straightdarts]

Yes, you'll definitely find the odd exception to the rule, but you will not be able to push the dart with the fingers. You need good contact with the thumb and first finger. :)

[@stevemiller5626]

Im still pretty new to the game. As ive gotten better and more accurate and focused on my throw ive noticed my darts sort of tumble more. So like in 1 handful ill hit 3 20s in a row, and then the next handful, ill hit the 1 with the flight pointing left totally blocking the 20. I use a 22g tungsten dart, i was thinking about moving up to a 26g. Or should i just try to work of different grips ?

[@Straightdarts]

The weight is unlikely to fix that, it sounds like your slightly pulling the dart sometimes. Try and slow your first dart down and draw the dart back slower. Build up more momentum before the throw. :)

[@stevemiller5626]

@@Straightdarts ill definitely try that. Thanks

[@certifiedsonny]

Nice stems. What stems r u using?

[@Straightdarts]

The 180 at the start was a set of mission extra short Ali stems and the stems in the demonstration are bull nylon. I think they might have stopped making them 🤔

[@JokerJim23]

Hi STTP, I'm still catching up on your vids . This is a great vid , I would imagine very good for new players. If they want to try a couple of grips that may feel more comfortable than what their doing. Good stuff, cheers 👍🎯🎯👍

[@jack688]

A quick question, do the grips have any variations with the length of the stem? I have noticed many people use shorter stems, while i use a longer one, a bit shorter then the pinky finger in length. Im getting back into darts strong, practicing many times a day, and have switched my grip many times due to some hitting more then others (just learned about eye domination and follow through, those helped alot with my aim). But i really find the John Lowe's (my favorite dart player next to Ted Hankey) the most comfortable and modeled my grip based mostly on lowe's. But still i find myself with issues. Could this be due to the longer stem?

[@Straightdarts]

The shaft length shouldn't affect that at all. It's could be a couple of things. Send me a picture of the grip to [e-mail] and I'll take a look for you!

[@taisonbertalam2832]

Do ur darts ever bounce out onto your hardware?

[@Straightdarts]

Only once in 18 months. They tent to bounce out much further or just fall down directly, landing behind the screens. 😀

[@nicfara5694]

Hi, I've been following you consistently for some time and every now and then I come back to this video because I really have a lot of difficulty with the grip. I have a grip with 3 fingers about in the middle of the dart and I realize that my middle finger influences the throw because together with the thumb it creates an excessive spin making the tip of the arrow rise very high thus causing many bounce outs. I hope you answer me because I really need your advice. Greetings from Italy pal

[@Straightdarts]

Try getting more contact with your thumb and first finger. Your 2nd finger should only be a stabiliser, resting very lightly on the barrel. It may also help to have the thumb contact the barrel at around 7 o'clock on the barrel (just under and to the side slightly). Also, try pointing the thumb towards you. This can help the thumb to push the dart straight, very slightly at release. :)

[@letsgofat7022]

I hold my dart like a pen..but still hit 180s...

[@edwardowen4488]

I'm very much a central gripper with my middle finger very lightly resting on the point