Which Dartboard Should You Buy? (Unicorn, Mission, Bulls, Winmau, One80, Shot) 8 Dartboards

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@gmann212 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the 180 G3+ about 3 weeks ago and it’s been awesome. It’s holding up nicely after rotating every week and it sounds really good. Great video

@LysergicNox 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a unicorn eclipse hd2 and I returned it immediately, I do 't know what happened to it but the wires weren't straight (very visible) and on one side they were sticking out too far and on the other side you couldn't even feel them, the number ring looked like a car ran over it. It didn't look like it was used before so I guess I just got a bad board (or a car might have actually went over it). It wasn't available anymore to re-order so I ended up buying the one80 gladiator 3+. It is my first darting experience so I can't compare how they perform (I didn't even throw at the unicorn) but the gladiator looked a lot better out of the box. I have read some reviews on the unicorn board and apparently I wasn't the only one who received a bad board. Not sure if this is useful info, just my experience.

@TheMarathonomahos 3 жыл бұрын

The SHOT bandit duro wires are so smooth you feel like when you wipe your hand over them, it feels like a dinner plate

@maxwellfedorson8355 3 жыл бұрын

Blade5 with the unicorn number ring

@kieronfletcher-3044 3 жыл бұрын

Good shout tbf

@peterkomlos7779 3 жыл бұрын

Me too ;-)

@teleacousticplayer9386 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Winmau Blade 5, but recently had a bad board (buldging). I DO NOT use aggressive tips, burrs, ringed, etc, so there was honestly no reason for this to happen pre-maturely. Thinking of trying to Unicorn next.

@vladislavdeshev9231 3 жыл бұрын

Now measure the treble, double and Bull on each board.

@stevieg3929 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly 😂😂

@chrisgraves9430 3 жыл бұрын

Gladiator 3 with metal unicorn number ring and Corona lighting for me. Makes me smile when I think of my previous boards and no lights

@K.F_ 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a unicorn hd 2 recently and sections were a more corky colour compared to the white colour in this video any reason? Was a brand new board as well

@uschi1046 3 жыл бұрын

One80 Gladiator 3+ or Winmau Blade 5? Is there also a nice wallfix on the one80 Gladiator 3+ and which lasts longer? Does almost every dart stay in the Gladiator 3+ or are they falling out?

@ryanb1802 3 жыл бұрын

Great video yet again Jack! but it would be great to see how a standard blade 5 holds up. I’d say it’s the most common board about.

@anthonym3351 3 жыл бұрын

I've got one80 and it's brilliant. My only problem with dartboards is they all look identical. Would be nice to see something unique or different

@RobSAFC 3 жыл бұрын

For a firmness test would be good to see the 25 and bull on each dart board. I'm finding I get a lot of bounce outs in the Bull on the Blade 5 dual core. Mainly because of the way the inner bull is held in place, has a lot of metal sitting behind the ring.

@sebastianholland1799 3 жыл бұрын

I double this. I once had 5 bounce outs in a row on the bullseye on the blade 5 dc

@tonywu7298 2 жыл бұрын

@@sebastianholland1799 Glad to see I'm not the only one getting bounce outs on the Blade 5.

@getaflattyinya 2 жыл бұрын

Get better scrubs

@stevieg3929 2 жыл бұрын

Blade 5 & unicorn pro have them same length doubles & triples?

@stevenmycroft1782 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know what the Harrows Pro Matchplay board is like ? They are a British Company based in Hoddesdon.

@ranvedsticon2304 3 жыл бұрын

Nice of you to cover them all. Samurai II seems to me like a good new one.

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

I've just recently bought one. Seems really nice so far...

@Chelskie-darts 3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking about getting a unicorn hd board what the PDC use , I’m currently still using my winmau blade 5 DC which has been a phenomenal board , very clean and crisp and almost 1yr on still looking great (bits of white showing through in places were I’ve hammered it with darts) the only thing stopping me going for a unicorn board is the fact my lighting system my oche and surround is all winmau and I don’t think my ocd could handle change 😫 it would really bother me and I don’t feel like shelling £200 out for a new rig up lol

@shawnpatrick291 3 жыл бұрын

Would like to have heard your opinion on each ones wire system.

@marcoplozzer4381 2 жыл бұрын

Hey just wondering where you got the number ring for your Blade 5 as it is not the standard ring.

@kylegarfield1386 3 жыл бұрын

What's your thoughts on the mission axis board ? It's only £22 so I'm tempted to buy? Thanks in advance pal

@weimarutube 2 жыл бұрын

Would loved to have seen a graphic of all category rankings and a final ranking among all standings for all 8 boards. You split the selection by cost. Maybe also list cost by ranking.

@adsflavzz 3 жыл бұрын

Just a thought - I think that Whitlock style point might be getting slightly worn and less aggressive due to all the previous testing conducted. This might explain how all the boards in thie batch performed much better than the previous. Great testing as usual. I'm torn between the Blade 5 and Shot Bandit.

@whycomes9562 2 жыл бұрын

It is amazing how a tiny burr on the point can easily rip out fibers. Goes to show how important tip maintenance is to board lengevity. I throw hard, and need a hard board as my barrels heads slightly bury in soft boards.

@thedartsenthusiast1373 3 жыл бұрын

“Even though your wires are a bit weird, and the double 18 was a bit wonky; but other than that it’s a good board” I had no idea why, but that had me giggling so hard I had to recompose myself before unpausing the video

@riverdobsonwallace 3 жыл бұрын

One80, i bought my Gladiator 3 a year ago and it's still as good as new

@Gunninforyaa 3 жыл бұрын

Same.

@shanghai2058 3 жыл бұрын

i have my blade 5 for 2 years now and it is almost dead

@Iano180 3 жыл бұрын

Same, great board

@splash5544 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. The holes are getting filled very clean and the sound of it is also great. I would like to see a test from Simon Whitlock with his points from last WDC! This would be the ultimative test.

@Zarkava8 3 жыл бұрын

@@splash5544 Whitlock's points are horrendous, they ruin the treble in minutes, I'm surprised that nothing is done about it, surely his opponent can't be happy having to throw at the board which has been battered to death in just minutes.

@Grandi74 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like the new manufacturers are giving the old firm a run for their money. I’m totally getting the Gladiator III+. Nice one! 👍🎯

@HarrisonRice-HJR07 3 жыл бұрын

One80 gladiator 3 is really good!

@jon_because 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I keep holding off bc I don’t want to waste money I don’t have so it was nice to see some less expensive ones do well. 🤙

@kyno1405 3 жыл бұрын

What darts do u use?

@bjorndewinter 3 жыл бұрын

i recently bought the one80, i rotate it every day, and i have to say that i cant detect any signs of use after a month of 4 hour sessions almost every day. the only thing is that my dartpoints regularly go all the way in. so it can be a little softer at certain places

@joshuariosa5756 3 жыл бұрын

I dont know whats wrong with my board. Same one80 glad 3 , had it for almoat 2 months now, but the holes are very visible and the triple and double beds looked slightly scratched

@ALNOE_ 3 жыл бұрын

A really big pet peeve of mine is when people put the dart boards upside or to the side when they have them up 😂

@maklola 3 жыл бұрын

Mission Samurai 2 or the Winmau BLADE5 for a first home board?

@lordrichardvantiltingen7109 3 жыл бұрын

You should look into the normal Blade 5, great board for 40 Pound

@dashr1392 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack, you are doing a great service for all of us darters. Doing all the ‘leg work’ is very helpful. Although in Australia everything is at a premium price your trusted opinion is a great guide. Thanks mate, keep it up 👍 🇦🇺

@Dustmatik 3 ай бұрын

Have you noticed a board that is pretty silent? Im looking for a quiet board to practice on it my room.* Thanks!

@evang94 3 жыл бұрын

I dunno man I got a unicorn striker when I was stuck for a board and it was battered after only a week of playing...will defo buy the blade 5.

@79shanty 3 жыл бұрын

Viper ? Es mala ??

@YourCarGuyBryan 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in the market for a board currently, this was helpful

@darrenministeratkins3027 3 жыл бұрын

My winmau Diamond Jack.with halo really nice.not too soft and got some staples to brace the board.the level fittings you get is a good bonus.but yes a beautiful board.my FREINDS blade 5 is allready shot to bits.but the diamonds like the old school winmau masters.whi I still GOT.lol

@Brandon-qd2lb 3 жыл бұрын

How does a healed board supposed to work? It's supposed to cover the holes back up in a minute or two?

@ivornikolic7381 3 жыл бұрын

When you hit, it goes back together when you remove dart. But it doesnt heal 100%!

@ivornikolic7381 3 жыл бұрын

You see that Shot Bandit Duro doesnt heal that much as other boards.

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

The one80 looks really nice. Can't find one right now for love nor money though...... 😔

@MrWizardF 3 жыл бұрын

Is the Gladiator 3 + on a180? Can’t find it and that’s the one I’m after

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

Weirdly, I ordered the 3 and they sent the 3+, I'd message them on twitter if I were you or send them an email

@overcomplexification 3 жыл бұрын

That's a really useful video, thanks!

@BogdansImbiss 3 жыл бұрын

They are all very good. Its just about your budget.

@s88wfb 3 жыл бұрын

What a about a video on repointing darts. Recently broke 2 sets of darts cos points and don’t know how or if possible to fix them. Video be helpful

@leerodger9197 3 жыл бұрын

Love the rota-lock mount on the Gladiator 3, it's a great feature.

@bolerkai 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I use the rota-lock on all my boards, mostly for reducing noise

@salvatoremanfredi4666 2 жыл бұрын

how you mount it on your Board

@frankgoebbels3683 2 жыл бұрын

the bandit and the bulls are the same both from puma darts. look at the plastic around the board.

@darrenministeratkins3027 3 жыл бұрын

Jack.bobs.i like the winmau Diamond as she's a five core but in a hd2 system.since fathers day I've not need to spin her around mate.awsome.an yes the carona light is AWSOME.cheers brother

@rossmookstable128 3 жыл бұрын

Winmau Blade 5 is around £33 in argos - bargain! I'm using the one80 g3 which is superb.

@JalandharShere 2 жыл бұрын

I bought that today but im going to return it.

@MWJH_ 3 жыл бұрын

This video was perfect for me. I'll probably get the Gladiator 3+

@DICKdeNORMATITY 3 жыл бұрын

Winmau every time ( they last ). My unicorns purchases were disappointing to say the least , badley made ,. Bristles everywhere, mounting screw behind bull tooooo long, and a warning on the back saying machined points will spoil the board.

@ronnyhuysmans4120 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Winmau dual core for 1 year now , It 's already worn

@WilliamReginaldLucas 3 жыл бұрын

Been using the Unicorn Eclipse 1 for ten years, made the switch to the Winmau Blade 5 after seeing your last video and am loving it so far, the softness works really well for my throwing style. You should see if you can get ahold of some old boards like the ones that used to be covered in staples and had super thick wires and see how they fare in comparison to modern boards!

@garypavey1528 3 жыл бұрын

I've just binned my old Winmau Diamond from the "Cliple" wire days in favour of a Blade 5. The Diamond seems to heal much better than the blade, either with an old set of 24g Bristow Harrows or 23g set of Daryl Gurney signatures

@ivornikolic7381 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful...😀

@boof29 3 жыл бұрын

I just got a new G3+ board to replace a G3 that didn’t really need replacing. Great boards. My new one is a bit softer than my previous one. I also love that rotafix setup, once you have it totally level.

@robertgrant5713 3 жыл бұрын

Gladiator 3 + is the one to get. My original Gladiator 3 started to lose it's spider after a while. (coming out massively) My friend got the + version and it's rock solid on his. Our bar then got the same one and it's good too. I got my + version 2 weeks ago, and so far so good. My old hd2 spider stayed put longer, but the wires bent out of shape more than the Gladiator.

@nathanshaw175 3 жыл бұрын

Sound like I got a bargain for the hd2. £40 at my local darts shop. No way just realised your sponsored by A180 (my local darts shop)

@elliotlusty5171 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and keep up the good work

@thejasonparker 3 жыл бұрын

I used to get Winmau Blade boards until version 4 when I got a lot of bounce outs from one board and moved to Bulls Advantage which is an amazing board. It’s a more expensive board but lasts a lot longer than any board I have had and I’ve tried a lot. If your budget can’t stretch to a Bulls Advantage then I’d definitely go for a Winmau Blade 5. They’re amazing boards and great value for money plus you can pick them up very cheap from any Argos.

@kirsop1121 3 жыл бұрын

I got a blade 5 dual core for Christmas and after having a standard blade 5 for years I was disgusted with the quality... i play no more the 2 games of 501 and the board looked like it was a year old.. I got the company to send me a new board and got the 180 gladiator 3+ and honestly don't think ill ever go back to a blade 5 .

@butlerjay87 3 жыл бұрын

I just want the Datadart number ring without the board .. Any ideas?

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

I took it off the Datadart board and put it on my other board, one of the numbers snapped off within 10 minutes, I'd buy the unicorn number ring if I were you, you can get them on their own 👍

@vladislavdeshev9231 3 жыл бұрын

Gladiator 3 great board 👍👍

@judedavies2177 3 жыл бұрын

Hi mate great vid, i have problem i thought u might be able to help with. i recently started playing darts again and my knee on my front led is killing after just 15 minutes into practicing, i think it may be beacuse of my stance, how can i fix this cuz its really stopping me from practicing, cheers!

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, it is something that does happen if you're heavy on your leading leg, it will get better over time, I had the same thing a couple weeks ago but it's gone now, same with your arm, it will ache to start but once your body gets used to it, it will ease off

@judedavies2177 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDartsReferee ah right okay cheers mate, did u change ur stance to fix it at all?

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

@@judedavies2177 nah it just kinda went away after about a week, no pain anymore

@maxwellfedorson8355 3 жыл бұрын

@@judedavies2177 had the exact same issue. Its just a stamina thing, your knee just needs to get used to the strain

@amit77 3 жыл бұрын

@@judedavies2177 how are you doing? Your quads and shins are weak. stretch the opposite muscles, Hamstrings and calves. Plenty of vids on KZfaq. Let us know how you get on.

@Anyonewhos 3 жыл бұрын

Great reviews haha think I like the HD2 unicorn. Upgrading from a blade 5. I haven't changed from blades since a blade 3 and I do find them very soft. So the unicorn eclipse hd2 should be alot tougher. But does that code still work on the site?

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think it does mate unfortunately!

@westyuk_3746 Жыл бұрын

Still got me 12 year old blade 4. Think maybe time to upgrade. 😂

@Alex-tw6ph 3 жыл бұрын

Music?

@tomasmorrissey7324 3 жыл бұрын

Ever try the red dragon board jack

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

Where is the 1st video? Been scrolling through the list and can't see it? 🤷‍♂️

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

Never mind, i found it. It was the different title and thumbnail that threw me!.. 🤣

@Marc1996L 3 жыл бұрын

I have a hd2 that’s about a month old and it’s fine at the moment but I’m changing the points on my darts so I might have a different opinion in the next few weeks 😂

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

I like the HD 2, it gets a lot of stick because the pros batter them

@Marc1996L 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDartsReferee yeah agreed mate, I’ve always used unicorn boards and never had any trouble and the hd2 is certainly the best looking board on the market !!

@bolerkai 3 жыл бұрын

I love TDR, but the reviews are more entertaining than critical. Based on your location, prices and availability vary considerably, my next board is likely a G3+.

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

I'll never be a serious reviewer on here, I just don't find the videos enjoyable to film or watch

@eugenecarrick2109 3 жыл бұрын

Waiting on the samurai 2 board to arrive from darts corner. Nice to see its decent 👍🏻

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

I just got one. How do you feel a month on?

@eugenecarrick2109 3 жыл бұрын

@@sag2974 playing on it minimum of an hour a day and the board is still flawless.... No complaints about it at all

@sag2974 3 жыл бұрын

@@eugenecarrick2109 Nice. Have to say, for the price, im very impressed so far

@moulletsmayhem2334 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help

@Dani-oq7ku 3 жыл бұрын

How about Harrows Pro Matchplay????

@oldtimer5111 3 жыл бұрын

The one80 gladiator 3 is a cracking board.

@uschi1046 3 жыл бұрын

@Old timer Gladiator 3+ oder Winmau blade 5? Do you got any experience?

@LoveDarts 3 жыл бұрын

great vid bud!

@kvajeblostari 3 жыл бұрын

I have blade 5 not dual core its good

@weimarutube 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a great dartboard review.

@anythinggoes4763 3 жыл бұрын

can I have one of your old boards? I am a new to the sport..

@31omegaking 3 жыл бұрын

The more I watch, the more I worry. The country I live in is very expensive. We can't get a board and quality darts... Thanks to your advices

@victorjanssens6761 3 жыл бұрын

U should bit the mckiks lightning 2

@nickmccartan8128 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video Jack, was thinking of trying the Mission Samurai. Looks a decent board for the price

@TheDartsReferee 3 жыл бұрын

For the price, outstanding 👍👍

@mattiagoffo1795 3 жыл бұрын

Winmau Blade 5 DC is the best

@meomustdie949 2 жыл бұрын

great video but i'm dizzy while watching it because of camera hahaha

@amroahf5601 3 жыл бұрын

Another great Video!

@penknight8532 Жыл бұрын

Nodor Superwire 2 is the one you should buy.

@winfield347 3 жыл бұрын

How the hell is that shot board 70 quid?

@iancovid19hamilton69 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack.

@evanpower9924 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid jack

@mattendicott1420 2 жыл бұрын

What about red dragon dartboard ?

@andrewgrebenchan5769 3 жыл бұрын

Blade5 DC

@beara1139 3 жыл бұрын

haha how about harrows boards? I have a harrows pro matchplay board, but its pretty crappy :/

@juliehall4478 2 жыл бұрын

tell me whats wrong with harrows pro matchplay , was going to buy one online tomorrow

@beara1139 2 жыл бұрын

@@juliehall4478 the sisal quality isn't that good.. wears out easily. Wiring also wears out and breaks easily. But maybe the store I bought from sold me one kept in storage for a long time haha

@alanmeasures8337 3 жыл бұрын

Only just into the vid it's got to be the gladiator 3 plus

@fredgourlie1370 11 ай бұрын

You can ruin any no,just turn the board once in a while

@Lee_Van_Cleef. 3 жыл бұрын

DMI Brigadier very cheap but top quality.

@tropicalpalmtree 3 жыл бұрын

the datadart looks really poor condition out of the box my god, a non-centred bullseye is just unacceptable for a dart manufacturer

@mrmods7912 Ай бұрын

The Duro is not meant for the UK climate! The normal bandit is!

@Quest4Unknown 2 жыл бұрын

Darts! Nice! Love “tossing em” how y’all English would say yah?

@merlijnvleugels491 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao, was literally just about to buy one, vid came just in time. Although I don’t think the results will be surprising. But we’ll see

@jeroenoostra11 3 жыл бұрын

welke ga je halen danv

@merlijnvleugels491 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeroenoostra11 blade 5

@jeroenoostra11 3 жыл бұрын

ja die heb ik nu al 2 jaar, begint nu pas een beetje schade te krijgen. sommige vlakken gewoon nog fantastisch. echt een geweldig bord.

@merlijnvleugels491 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeroenoostra11 heb zelf de blade 4 voor een lange tijd gehad, maar nu ik echt intensiever aan het gooien ben merk ik wel dat het sneller achteruit gaat.