Some of you may want to enjoy the game of darts at home but don’t have the necessary wall or room space to house your dartboard or your lease agreement doesn’t allow adding items to your walls. You might even love darts that much that you want to take a dartboard with you on your holidays to set up in your hotel room. No worries, we have the solution, a
dartboard stand. Now if you want to have a lively game of darts with your family or mates you can set up your dartboard and stand in your living area to have an afternoon or a night of fun and great darts.
So what are the dartboard stand options available?
The main dartboard stand material option is the steel or metal variety while the less popular option is the wooden option. For the purpose of this article we won’t focus on the wooden option as these are rarely sold commercially (though we have included a link to one below) and if you are talented enough to make a wooden dartboard stand for yourself then go for it! The main aspects you want in your dartboard stand is a product that is sturdy, light and easy
to carry, stable and can be set up very quickly for your game of darts.
Obviously your budget will also play a part in what your stand choice will be however as with dartboard we recommend buying the best quality product on the market even if it costs you a little more. As with dartboards the two big dartboard stand players are Winmau and Unicorn however other providers such as Design, Bulls and Shot offer decent dartboard stands.
Which one should I buy?
We have a list of 5 recommended dartboard travel stands below, 4 for a bristle dartboard, 1 for a soft tip/plastic dartboard. These include:
1. Winmau Xtreme 2 Collapsible Dartboard Stand
Nearly all dartboard stands are the three leg/tripod structure, this Winmau option has four. Not only does this make the dartboard stand a sturdier option, it also has the ability to enable an even dartboard setting even in the event of an uneven floor. Is suitable for any dartboard brand and also has a stable locking pin to set your correct dartboard level. Has
rubber stoppers on the stand legs to stop slipping on floors, also has an adjustable centre pole enabling a comfortable darts experience. Suitable for any dartboard though we recommend you use the Winmau Blade 6 Triple Core with this dartboard travel stand.
2. Unicorn Dartmate Tri-Stand Portable Dartboard Stand
One of the two biggest dartboard and dartboard accessory companies on the market, Unicorn has delivered a quality dartboard stand at a reasonable price. Using the tripod set up the Unicorn Tri-Stand Portable Dartboard Stand is a worthy stand for your dartboard. Adjustable centre pole, locking pin with a sturdy solid finish. Suitable for any dartboard though preference should be for a Unicorn dartboard like the Unicorn Eclipse HD2 Pro Edition.
3. Shot Portable Tripod Dartboard Stand
Similar to the other options on this list, it is a lightweight stand with a sturdy thick metal frame. This stand also has a familiar tripod setup (like most of the other stands on this list). Also has an adjustable centre pole and a locking pin to get the correct level. Easy to set up and to pack up, the Shot Portable Tripod Dartboard Stand will give you plenty of great darts nights.
4. Designa Darts Travel Stand (Standard Edition)
A cheaper option to most on this list, but a decent one nonetheless and good value for money. Easy to set up, sturdy and similar set up to all the other dartboard stands on this list with the exception of Winmau. Weighs about 3.7kg, comes with a universal dart bracket and also comes comfortable carry bag, the Designa Portable Darts Travel Stand is the
perfect budget stand that will allow plenty of great dart games for you and your friends.
5. Bull’s Vibex H Mobile Travel Stand for Soft Tip Dartboards
Lastly a dartboard stand for soft tip or electronic dartboards. The tripod area good support, also attached to the adjustable centre bar area. Simple enough to adjust and light enough to carry, the Vibex H is only suitable for electronic dartboards only.
Other
For those who would prefer a wooden dartboard stand we have included the Centrepoint Solid Wood Dartboard Cabinet. A handy option that this style of cabinet has that the metal stands don’t is the storage space underneath the dartboard area to store all your darts and darts accessories. The main drawback of this style of dartboard stand is it’s not easy to move and can’t be packed up and stored.
Tips when using a dartboard stand
- Always practice safety
Yes having a dartboard stand is a great way to play darts when you don’t have the room to set up a traditional wall fixed dartboard, however always maintain a safe environment when playing darts using a dartboard stand. Always make sure that everyone is aware that darts are being played or someone is about to throw a dart. You’d hate for someone to be walking into the living room and they find a dart near their feet after hitting a dartboard wire from the dart game they were unaware was being played. Also make sure that any errant darts can’t do any damage to furniture, electronics, floors or wall fixtures.
- Make sure you use the correct dartboard measurements and the correct distance between dartboard and player
There no point in going to the expense of a quality dartboard stand and not setting up the dartboard at the correct height or throwing from the correct distance. Either use a measuring tape or toe line laser to get your correct dimensions.
- Have a quality dartboard
There’s no point in having a quality dartboard stand without the great dartboard. Whilst all the major dartboard stands have a universal dartboard bracket to accept all official dartboards, we recommend you purchase a dartboard of the same brand as your dartboard stand (or vice versa). The dartboards we recommend are the Winmau Blade 6 Triple Core and the Unicorn Eclipse HD2 Pro Edition.
- Have your darts accessories with your dartboard and stand
This includes a laser measure or simple tape measure as well as painters tape or a dart mat to mark out your oche. Your darts, two pairs is obviously the minimum you need though you should have back up flights and shafts. You should also have a dart sharpener and also a book of darts games if you are with a group of people.
If having a dartboard attached to the wall is not an option for you, this should be the end of your home darts. Invest in a quality dartboard stand will allow the darts good time to continue and also help take your game to the next level. By investing in a quality dartboard stand (and making sure you practice safe darts) you will have plenty of great times with friends and family around the portable dartboard and stand!