How To Hold Your Darts - Soft Tip and Steel Tip

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@husselbeh1058 Жыл бұрын

I really love your super chilled method in these videos. It's like watching a video a buddy who's better at darts than you made to help you understand. It's still high quality, precise and, excuse the pun, to the point but it's just got that friendly feel to it.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@papadartman 2 жыл бұрын

i once had a pro player recommend standing 1-2 feet back from the line to practice follow through. That one tip made the world of difference.

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

Good tip.

@tatsdgreat8886 Жыл бұрын

How is that? Stand further away? How does that improve follow through??

@papadartman Жыл бұрын

@@tatsdgreat8886 I caused me to let go of the dart at the end of my follow through, instead of releasing 3/4 of the way through. That gave me a repeatable follow through and allowed me to make it muscle memory. When I felt I had the stroke I was comfortable with I was able to practice normal distance. The object isn't to actually hit anything persay just to get a comfortable follow through because you have to throw it harder. I hope this explains it better and I apologize my original post was vague. If you're still confused please reach out again.

@ericjencson9489 Жыл бұрын

I just heard someone else say that recently.

@galaxygalaxy4429 4 ай бұрын

@@papadartmandon't apologise but be more clear next time. No time for excuses.

@larrybrown9883 Жыл бұрын

Your grip is exactly like mine, your stance and your game as a result is much like mine as well. You just popped up in my feed about a week ago so it's cool and a bit of validation to find someone who's form and game is like mine. I subscribed mainly because you seem like a very grounded and cool guy and I just think your videos are down to Earth and connect with all those newbies trying to find their game......and I still pick up a thing or two from you as well. I'm 55 and always learn something new. Thanks for your work and keep doing what you're doing brother 👌

@jayp5325 8 ай бұрын

Brilliant video as always boss 👍

@NonnyStrikes 4 ай бұрын

The extension is huge. Good way to get it "second nature" is to start extended. It helped me a ton.

@tailzzgermzz6943 Жыл бұрын

Thanx bud great advice,clear short to the point. Helped 👍

@frankleufen6404 Жыл бұрын

Great input, I really like your videos. Thank you Sir. 🙏

@differentfins Жыл бұрын

Never thought about this too much. Your index and thumb are directly across from each other. My grip is very similar but I have my index and middle finger on top and the thumb in between them. It sort of makes a triangle. It's how I've thrown for years so it just feels natural and stable. Cheers

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Great feedback! Cheers.

@basilgreen1907 Жыл бұрын

You nail it every time on the advice, well done!! I've noticed that licking my fingers while eating or drinking makes the grip vary (unless it's water), so best to avoid that.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@juans3728 Жыл бұрын

That is exactly how i hold my dart, it took many throws due to the dart landing low or high. i placed the edge of the middle finger at the slope of darts barrel which joins the point and this made a great difference where the dart lands I also feel it's not as much about the stands but more of the point of release is it eye level, nose level or chin level. Peace.

@MotoLoverCom 3 ай бұрын

My Dart Board set just arrived today. It is my first time to play this game. Then I found your video. I tried it. It's very accurate, thank you. It helps me a lot. Now I can hit the bullseye 😊

@IronmanDarts 3 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@hals9631 2 жыл бұрын

Solid stuff. Keep’ em coming, Dave! Btw, all board manufacturers (definitely Anarchid, GranBoard, and DartsLive 200s), with the exception of target, recommend not using darts heavier than 20g total weight. Those darts look possibly like 22-23g, which may be a reason behind your Gran3 getting beat. Should weigh your darts, if heavier than 20g you may want to consider the Nexus board for your next purchase (which I’m so excited to see 😊 - you should do a big reveal whenever you replace your board).

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@chukky8418 5 ай бұрын

Sehr gute Tipps, vielen Dank ! Sie haben einen starken wurf , schön mit viel speed gefällt mir ! Thx for this Work ! Awesome

@dalliepool550 2 жыл бұрын

Great insight again m8. Your throw looks so solid and smooth and defo something for me to work on. Keep up the content Mo Chara and until next time Adios 🎯🇮🇪

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you, thanks!

@stephenbird8595 Жыл бұрын

Well done bud some good tips as always 👍

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Thx!!!

@rc5994 Жыл бұрын

Another Great video. Thanks!!!

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@deanbaza8581 3 ай бұрын

Im going to try this.i was thinking of getting a scalloped dart

@johnnybrigham8754 Жыл бұрын

Nice info thank you jb.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Any time!

@renegardugnit647 9 ай бұрын

Sir afternoon, from Philippines

@timbennett-iz7fm Жыл бұрын

good dart tip i like it i im geting better at darts i watch your video

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@timbennett-iz7fm Жыл бұрын

@@IronmanDarts thank you dave

@ashernac Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much man

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Of course

@bonjongerdonger9700 Жыл бұрын

nice video and thanks for this. :)

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Waltorian Жыл бұрын

Dang! Those 20s.

@jezr10 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@danielcrowleyatc9701 2 жыл бұрын

I like your grip. Mine is similar, but I haven't been putting my middle finger on top. I think I will try your grip and see if it works. Currently, I feel like there is something not quite right with my grip as the darts will wobble sometimes.

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

Keep on tinkering... you'll get it.

@chrisshaimas8425 Жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on stacking and when you should move your stance to shoot I’ve been playing for about 10 yrs off and on the last yr I’ve been serious about it I’m not getting any better

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

I've talked about stacking in a previous video... I don't remember which one but it does come up in my Medley matches and Cricket tips. Ive been making small adjustments to my stance based on the number I'm aiming for... I've also talked about that in recent videos. I appreciate the feedback.

@welshmando Жыл бұрын

The grip is the most unique thing in darts imo. Most important thing is it feels comfortable. For new players starting however they hold a pencil is a good starting point. There is no standardised way of holding dart, all the top pros all hold all minds of different ways. Tip for developing that follow through, point at something with no dart in your hand. Point your index finger at a spot on the wall or something, extending your arm when doing so.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Great feedback

@basilgreen1907 Жыл бұрын

Your grip is exactly like mine, except I hold further back. Also have the dart nestling in the first crook of my index finger

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@deuce6868 Жыл бұрын

Does the darts that you put the link for Amazon have the ability to change the dart points as in your video?

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

The soft tip has replaceable tips, yes.

@mariostheocharides8028 9 ай бұрын

i think you might be more accurate if your stance was a bit upright head level in line with your toes,i use the same grip and my darts land straight.thanks for the tips

@IronmanDarts 9 ай бұрын

Please see my most recent videos to see my current approach.

@Tunenine Жыл бұрын

I kind of grip the same but since I'm still a kind of a newbie I'm getting used to it. However, my one problem and hopefully you can answer this pain in the butt issue is my dart at times drop off the board, would this be because my follow is dragging downward or I'm letting the dart go too late, it's so frustrating in a game, I'll be doing well then "drop", let along embarrassing. I might be still new but I should know how to keep the dart on the board.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Imagine throwing THROUGH the number. Imagine the target is 1-2 inches BEHIND the board. It sounds like you're not throwing with the same effort each time. You should throw with the same force each time.

@thethreadheadisdead2 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

I hope it helps!

@miltwood Жыл бұрын

A couple of methods to make your board last. 1/ Spin the dart as you remove it and you will find that the bristle does not pull as easily as a straight pull, also don't grab three darts and yank them out all together, guaranteed board wrecker. 2/ rotate your board frequently, I worked out a pattern which promotes even wear. You just have to give it a little thought !!

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thx, Milt.

@PoofayeC Жыл бұрын

Question. Do you feel any difference when throwing soft tip vs. your conversion steel tip? 🤷🏻‍♂️ I feel it somehow affects my throw and I’m trying not do anything different.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

It’s probably an issue of weight distribution, the front of the dart might be heavier which will throw off the flight path of the dart?

@backyardbandit8193 Жыл бұрын

I've been practicing for about 6 month's and still haven't found a consistent grip or technique. I find I'm tensing, almost like I'm holding my breath,I can't stop doing it. Because I've noticed if I stare at my target and really focus I get success, but seems like I run out of focus after 1 throw! If I relax, my focus doesn't seem as powerful.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Check out my other videos like this one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o9RlnbyqzeCbeI0.html and this one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a8idi9iptcmZZmQ.html

@stephanegrenier186 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your video. What is the reference of your Darts? Thanks 🙂

@IronmanDarts 5 ай бұрын

Reference?

@stephanegrenier186 5 ай бұрын

@@IronmanDarts Sorry for my poor english 😊 what brand and model of darts do you use? (I hope that is more understandable)

@IronmanDarts 4 ай бұрын

All my equipment can be found in description below video.

@stephanegrenier186 4 ай бұрын

How I missed that? Thanks 👍

@herschelsquirts2338 Жыл бұрын

One thing’s for sure, your darts fly nice and straight!

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that. What's your game? Steel or Soft Tip?

@herschelsquirts2338 Жыл бұрын

@@IronmanDarts Steel tip all day!! I will sub in the soft tip league sometimes though.

@STEVIEDVD 3 ай бұрын

Nice

@IronmanDarts 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@miltwood Жыл бұрын

My finger tips are very dry and smooth so gripping has always been an issue. Tried the licking, found it very inconsistent, wax caused a build up. Then decided to try rosin, the same type as when i pitch fast pitch soft ball. Great improvement. A few years ago found the rosin that rock climbers used. You buy it by the block and crush it, for me it is the perfect solution. Very fine consistency, no build-up. and a consistent grip. Also a side benefit, at the dart shop the small, plastic bag of rosin costs 3-4 dollars, Cdn. The brick of rosin was 5-6 but recently went up to 10 dollars, but a brick will last for years.

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Great tips!

@FinntrolliSUOMI 5 ай бұрын

Magnesium what they use in weightlifting :)

@weimarutube Жыл бұрын

How do you like the Razorback board?

@Th3Downz Жыл бұрын

I was gonna ask the same question. I've had mine for about a month and it's holding up great. I'm still only like a 30-40 avg player so I'm not really stressing one area more than others, but I love it

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

It’s fine… I’m just now using the Prodigy board.

@rongeernaert1208 Жыл бұрын

3* darts grip tips !

@FullAMGG Жыл бұрын

Thats an interesting spot to put your tv

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Why is that? The visual is super nice to have it right there plus it hides all the cables and power chords.

@dallascansles155 Жыл бұрын

What happened to your granboard 3 I just bought the same one from the link you gave me

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

@dallascansles155 Жыл бұрын

You said you threw your granboard in the trash it was garbage. Is that the same one you got Amazon

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

I got a NEW one from Amazon... the old one was bad because I was throwing TOO HARD. The new one has been PERFECT, zero issues.

@shamsularefin4575 Жыл бұрын

Any tip for the beginners?

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

Please be specific? Which area of your game?

@grzesiek733 Жыл бұрын

have you won any tournaments?

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

I haven't played any 'real' tournaments outside of my league playoffs. You?

@KryptonitetoallBS 5 ай бұрын

What is this soft tip you mention? I've only ever used steel tips.

@IronmanDarts 5 ай бұрын

@_waffenhaus_ Жыл бұрын

No extensión?

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

???

@Dave11144 2 ай бұрын

It still looks like you're shortstroking a bit Keep on the good work!

@IronmanDarts 2 ай бұрын

Are you referring to my current content or during this video?

@VAKADAVENKATESH-tw2ou Ай бұрын

Please send me dart board Flipkart order link

@IronmanDarts Ай бұрын

DON'T HAVE ONE.

@mattmurdoch4345 Жыл бұрын

Sometimes I get in a rhythm where it feels so good and natural and other times my throw feels so awkward 😢

@IronmanDarts Жыл бұрын

The more you practice, the sooner you can eliminate those awkward times…. Out practice the bad 🤙

@youthofthenationzs 2 жыл бұрын

I can tell you why your last granboard quit working. The weight of your dart is the root to your evil. You shouldn’t throw anything over 20 grams. If you’ve heard of an event called BullShooter you are not allowed there with darts over 20 grams either it’s because of the board. You risk breaking and damaging the board (which we’ve seen with your last board it was the case) the weight doesn’t make a huge difference some of the best soft tip players in the world play with 16 and even 14 gram darts. Keep up the good work man!

@IronmanDarts 2 жыл бұрын

I weighed my darts... they are 22 grams. So that may be the problem, thank you so much!

@youthofthenationzs 2 жыл бұрын

@@IronmanDarts so your darts would be geared more towards steel tip

@youthofthenationzs 2 жыл бұрын

@@IronmanDarts are they a name brand barrel? Like Trinidad for example? If so you can get them in a lighter weight and then you won’t have the issues with the granboard