Viper League Pro Sisal Dartboard

Tools Needed:

• Philips Head Screwdriver
• Hammer (Not Included)

Assembly Parts:

• 2x (A) Bracket Screws
• 1x (C) Center Mounting Screw
• 1x (F) Pro Line Measuring Tape
• 1x (B) Dartboard Mounting Bracket
• 3x (D) Wall Spacers
• 3x (E) Nails
• 1x (G) Throw Line

Step-by-Step Assembly:

1. Step 1: Mark Regulation Height

   Take the Pro Line Measuring Tape (F) and place it on the floor. Unroll it against the wall until the regulation height appears. Mark the regulation height on the wall with a pencil. The standard steel tip regulation height is 5'8" (173 cm), and for wheelchair users, it is 4'6" (137 cm).

2. Step 2: Install Wall Mounting Bracket

   Install the Dartboard Mounting Bracket (B) using two Bracket Screws (A). Ensure the bracket is positioned at the marked regulation height, with the base of the 'U' shape at the bottom. If there is no stud, be sure to use wall anchors (not included).

3. Step 3: Attach Wall Spacers

   Place three Wall Spacers (D) onto the back of the dartboard and secure them using three Nails (E).

4. Step 4: Secure Spacers with Nails

   Place the three Nails (E) inside the holes of each Wall Spacer (D). Hammer each nail until it is flush with the top of the spacers.

5. Step 5: Install Center Mounting Screw and Mount Dartboard

   Screw the Center Mounting Screw (C) into the center of the dartboard. Note the depth guide for proper installation. The height of the center screw should be above the dartboard spacers. Slide the dartboard onto the Wall Mounting Bracket (B), allowing the Center Mounting Screw (C) to slide into the 'U' shape of the bracket. Use a screwdriver to lower or raise the Center Screw until the dartboard no longer wobbles.

6. Step 6: Position Measuring Tape

   Place the Pro Line Measuring Tape (F) onto the bullseye of the hanging dartboard. Pin it to the board using one of the included darts.

7. Step 7: Mark Throwing Distance

   Walk with the measuring tape until the steel tip throwing distance appears. Once it does, take the included Throw Line (G) and place it onto the ground to mark the regulation throwing distance where the measuring tape indicates. The steel tip throwing distance is 9'7 1/2" (293 cm).

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The History of Darts

The development of darts began a long time ago. Historians believe archers in medieval England shortened arrows and threw them at the bottom of a wine barrel. The board changed over time from rings to clock-type segments and from wine barrels to tree slices to the sisal fiber dartboards used today. The game was brought to America on the Mayflower. During the Victorian age, the British took it around the world as their empire grew. Today, it is hard to find someone that is not familiar with the game of darts.

The creation of electronic dartboards became possible as technology improved. The games played are the same, but scores and game conditions are stored and displayed on the dartboard, making playing darts easier than ever.

Dartboards

There are two basic styles of dartboards:

• Steel Tip Dartboards: Typically made of sisal fibers. A wire spider separates the segments. When a steel tip dart is thrown, the fibers hold the dart and will self-heal when the dart is removed.
• Soft Tip Dartboards: Made of hard plastic or nylon, often for use with soft-tipped darts. They are available with and without electronic scoring features. The segments are hard and have holes that the dart tip slides into. Steel tip darts must not be used on these boards as they will damage the segments.

Both types of dartboards are divided into 20 numbered segments and a bullseye. Each numbered segment has four scoring areas: two singles, one triple, and one double. The bullseye consists of two segments: the outer ring scores 25, and the center ring scores 50.

The area needed to play darts is relatively small. The person throwing the dart stands behind a toe line. This toe line is 93.5 inches (237.5 cm) away from the face of the board for steel tip darts, and 96 inches (244 cm) for soft tip darts. The center of the dartboard is 68 inches (173 cm) above the floor.

Dartboard Scoring Summary:

• Single: Scores face value.
• Double: Scores 2 x face value.
• Triple: Scores 3 x face value.
• Outside ring: A miss, does not score.
• Bullseye (Outer ring): Scores 25.
• Bullseye (Center ring): Scores 50.

Games

There are many different games to be played. Some GLD Electronic Dartboards offer 57 different games with 307 options and can keep scores for teams or up to 16 players. The most popular games include: 301 Count Down, 501 Count Down, and Cricket.

General Game Rules:

1. Starting: Who goes first is usually determined by each player throwing one dart. The player closest to the bullseye goes first.
2. Turns: Each player throws 3 darts each turn.
3. Scoring: In a player's turn, all three darts are thrown and count. Any dart that falls, bounces out, or misses the board counts as no score. Electronic dartboards may record a bounce-out score.
4. Segment Color: The color of the segment does not determine the score; only the tip of the dart and its location on the board determine the scoring segment.

Specific Games:

• 301 & 501: The starting score is 301 or 501. The value of each scoring dart is deducted. The first player to reach exactly zero (0) wins. Players must go out with the exact number; going over zero means the turn does not count. For Single In/Single Out, any segment can be used to start or end the game. For Double In, a double segment or bullseye must be hit to start. For Double Out, a double segment or bullseye must be hit to end. For Master Out, the game must end with hitting a double or triple segment.
• Quick Cricket: Only numbers 15-20 and the bullseye are used. The first player to hit each number three times wins. A single segment counts as one hit, a double segment as two hits, and a triple segment as three hits.

A scoreboard can be used for tracking scores, often using two lines and a circle. Scoreboards are available for chalk or dry-erase markers.

How To Throw

A good throw begins with a proper stance. The body should be aligned so the throwing arm is forward, with the same side foot at the throwing line. The body should be rotated open from the line approximately 45° to 90°. Avoid throwing the dart across the body.

The grip on the dart must be consistent. When starting, a grip similar to holding a pencil is easiest. Experiment with variations to find the most comfortable and consistent grip. The dart should be stable with the point slightly upwards. Visualize the dart's path as an arc; more forward force results in a flatter arc. To maintain accuracy, avoid extreme changes in speed or grip.