Darts just might be the perfect game. It is an equalizing sport that virtually anyone can play, regardless of age, size, strength, or sex. There is no elaborate equipment or specialized training involved. All that’s needed to enjoy a round of darts is a board, a set of darts and for some, a cold pint.
The Dartboard
The key piece of darts equipment is the board. Clearly, the game is pointless without a board to shoot at and count scores. Most dartboards meet a conventional size, but quality does make a different when playing the game.
In traditional dart rules, the board is hung so that the bullseye is 5 feet 8 inches from the ground. In a true dart game the shooting line, or oche, is to be marked precisely 7 feet, 9.25 inches from the face of the board. It is wisely recommended that you hang your dartboard against a backboard to protect the wall.
After you have measured and correctly hung your dartboard, it needs to be rotated. Dartboards are rotated to make them last longer. In darts, higher numbers are shot the most, so those wedges tend to get worn more quickly. Some people will suggest spraying the board with water; however...