Darts tuning is meant to determine a set-up for your darts that's fits your throw. When we say set-up we are referring to the flight/shaft system of your dart. This system is responsible for the aerodynamic behaviour of your darts. It must meet the requirements of 'darts physics.' The main parameter for determining the correct flight/shaft system for you is the angle at which the dart sticks in the board.


The correct angle is within 10 to 60 degrees from the normal to the bull. Just like in the picture above. The more consistent this angle is, the better. For instance, if each of your 3 darts sticks in the board at a different angle then something is wrong. It's most likely that your dart wobbles considerably, which can only be reduced by serious practising. However, using a bigger flight shape will also help here as it adds stability.

Generally, bigger flights ("standard" shape or bigger) will give a greater angle, while smaller flights (such as "pear" shape) will give smaller angles. Note that when you are doing darts tuning always use the same shaft for comparison between flight shapes. Shaft length and shaft materials have a strong effect on the flight/shaft system.

Also note that shaft weight (and even flight weight) have an influence on this angle. The heavier the shaft or flight is, the smaller the angle will be. This is important when you decide whether you will use nylon or the heavier aluminium or titan shafts. The shaft rings can also influence this, as they will make the shaft heavier.

Darts tuning needs work and patience. It should be done over a couple of days to eliminate possible daily variances in your throw. A good starting set-up for darts tuning is middle length nylon shafts with "standard" size flights. From this initial set-up you can continue working, depending on whether your angle is too big or too small. The size of the angle range here is immaterial; it is the consistency that is the main factor.

Spinning or non-spinning throws?

Spinning means that your dart rotates (spins) when you throw it. Some players that have noticed this spin are concerned whether this is okay or a bad thing. Spin is not a bad thing. It is an additional movement, but on the other hand spin also adds stability. Effectively, these two things eliminate each other, so there is no use worrying about it. In no case should you try to consciously make your dart spin or consciously try to eliminate spin.

Spinning has nothing to do with darts tuning. It is not determined or influenced by the flight/shaft system. It is determined by your personal throw.