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It can be a bit of a challenge to know how to properly use the Hare Technology Diana. That’s why we have created some graphics to hopefully clarify some of the features.
The front sight of the Diana has a light built in, this isn’t just for cool looks or better targeting in dark environments, it also tells you if there is an error or if your battery is low.
The Diana has 3 different firing modes. You can switch between firing modes by putting the switch in the position which corresponds with the mode you want to use and by following the steps below.
Below you will find the FPS results for the SABRE APEX Prime with Worker HE darts – 1.0 gram
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
Spring | 2mm | 2mm | 2.3mm | 2.3mm |
Barrel | 580mm | 700mm | 580mm | 700mm |
Scar | Included | Included | Included | Included |
Highest | 257 | 263 | 319 | 304 |
Lowest | 240 | 227 | 275 | 264 |
Average | 249.2 | 249.5 | 299.1 | 283.1 |
St.dev | 5.7 | 10.7 | 10.6 | 11.4 |
Below you will find the FPS results with 2 different dart types, Worker HE darts – 1.0 gram and X-Shot Short darts.
During the tests we used an X-Shot Pro-Series Longshot with a Metal Plungertube, the setup that most of our customers would be using.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
Spring | CQB Performance | CQB Performance |
Barrel | Stock | Stock |
Scar | No | No |
Highest | 128 | 119 |
Lowest | 113 | 85 |
Average | 120.3 | 100.8 |
St.dev | 4.3 | 9.7 |
Spring | High Performance | High Performance |
Barrel | Stock | Stock |
Scar | No | No |
Highest | 203 | 206 |
Lowest | 189 | 191 |
Average | 196.2 | 199.3 |
St.dev | 4.3 | 4,6 |
Spring | High Performance Plus | High Performance Plus |
Barrel | Stock | Stock |
Scar | No | No |
Highest | 225 | 229 |
Lowest | 210 | 213 |
Average | 216.8 | 223.0 |
St.dev | 4.8 | 4.1 |
There are quite a few spring and barrel options for the XYL Unicorn! We tested them all with 3 different dart types.
Below you will find the FPS results with 3 different dart types, Worker HE darts – 1.0 gram and Worker Bamboo HE darts – 1.0 gram and X-Shot short darts
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
Spring | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Barrel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
Highest | 143 | 145 | 145 |
Lowest | 120 | 138 | 111 |
Average | 132,7 | 141,4 | 132,9 |
St.dev | 6,9 | 1,9 | 9,9 |
Spring | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Barrel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
Highest | 149 | 158 | 154 |
Lowest | 131 | 146 | 129 |
Average | 139,6 | 151,9 | 145,0 |
St.dev | 5,8 | 3,9 | 7,0 |
Spring | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Barrel | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
Highest | 160 | 173 | 168 |
Lowest | 147 | 156 | 146 |
Average | 154,1 | 166,8 | 159,3 |
St.dev | 3,4 | 6,2 | 6,3 |
Spring | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Barrel | 250 mm | 250 mm | 250 mm |
Highest | 149 | 150 | 146 |
Lowest | 65 | 130 | 146 |
Average | 109,3 | 140,6 | 111,7 |
St.dev | 23,5 | 4,9 | 26,4 |
Spring | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Barrel | 250 mm | 250 mm | 250 mm |
Highest | 159 | 164 | 158 |
Lowest | 102 | 144 | 109 |
Average | 129,0 | 157,0 | 135,3 |
St.dev | 16,6 | 5,1 | 16,1 |
Spring | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Barrel | 250 mm | 250 mm | 250 mm |
Highest | 162 | 186 | 177 |
Lowest | 119 | 164 | 117 |
Average | 143,8 | 178,8 | 148,9 |
St.dev | 13,62 | 6,6 | 17,8 |
Below you will find the FPS results with 2 different dart types, Worker HE darts – 1.0 gram and Worker Bamboo HE darts – 1.0 gram.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
Spring | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm |
Barrel | 210 mm | 310 mm | 210 mm | 310 mm |
Scar | No | No | No | No |
Highest | 161 | 170 | 167 | 172 |
Lowest | 143 | 141 | 157 | 166 |
Average | 153,1 | 155,8 | 161,5 | 169 |
St.dev | 4,8 | 8,8 | 3,1 | 1,4 |
Spring | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm |
Barrel | 210 mm | 310 mm | 210 mm | 310 mm |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 162 | 164 | 172 | 168 |
Lowest | 137 | 129 | 157 | 160 |
Average | 153,6 | 148,3 | 162,4 | 164,8 |
St.dev | 7,5 | 11,0 | 3,5 | 2,1 |
Spring | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm |
Barrel | 210 mm | 310 mm | 370mm | 210 mm | 310 mm | 370mm |
Scar | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Highest | 173 | 187 | 187 | 185 | 198 | 192 |
Lowest | 163 | 165 | 144 | 168 | 181 | 176 |
Average | 169,1 | 175,9 | 166,5 | 174,3 | 188,3 | 183,7 |
St.dev | 2,8 | 5,7 | 10,76 | 5,4 | 5,4 | 5,3 |
Spring | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm | 1.4 x 280 mm |
Barrel | 210 mm | 310 mm | 210 mm | 310 mm |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 177 | 184 | 191 | 197 |
Lowest | 164 | 162 | 171 | 179 |
Average | 171,2 | 174,5 | 178,6 | 186,6 |
St.dev | 3,3 | 5,8 | 6,4 | 5,3 |
Spring | 1.6 x 250 mm | 1.6 x 250 mm | 1.6 x 250 mm | 1.6 x 250 mm | 1.6 x 250 mm | 1.6 x 250 mm |
Barrel | 210 mm | 310 mm | 370 mm | 210 mm | 310 mm | 370 mm |
Scar | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Highest | 241 | 257 | 228 | 243 | 264 | 272 |
Lowest | 211 | 223 | 206 | 208 | 222 | 249 |
Average | 229,2 | 244,3 | 217,1 | 223,9 | 248,4 | 263,9 |
St.dev | 10,5 | 10,2 | 6,74 | 9,9 | 9,1 | 5,2 |
These are the internals of the Dart Zone Max Outlaw. Great to have as a reference when you’re modding and totally forgot how the blaster goes together. Or just to see what’s inside without opening the blaster!
We got out hands on a Dart Zone Outlaw and have tested the performance with different dart types!
Below you will find the FPS results with 3 different dart types.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
DZ Ruby | Worker Gen 3+ | Worker Bamboo | DZ bamboo 2x | |
Highest | 128 | 124 | 127 | 135 |
Lowest | 114 | 113 | 122 | 124 |
Average | 121,6 | 120,5 | 124,6 | 130,1 |
St.Dev | 3,0 | 2,3 | 1,5 | 2,8 |
We got out hands on a X-Shot Pro-Series Longshot and have tested the blaster with and without the included scar, the included darts and even with darts that don’t come in the box!
Below you will find the FPS results with 3 different dart types.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
X-shot pro darts |
Worker Gen 3+ |
Worker Bamboo |
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Scar | no | no | no |
Highest | 164 | 162 | 166 |
Lowest | 142 | 124 | 140 |
Average | 151,1 | 144,9 | 154,9 |
St.dev | 5,8 | 11,8 | 8,5 |
X-shot pro darts |
Worker Gen 3+ |
Worker Bamboo |
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Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 139 | 155 | 163 |
Lowest | 98 | 123 | 154 |
Average | 123,5 | 144,5 | 158,9 |
St.dev | 10,7 | 8,9 | 2,3 |
We got out hands on a Dart Zone PRO MK4 and have tested every possible barrel and spring combination that comes in the box! (and even with darts that don’t come in the box!).
Below you will find the FPS results with 3 different dart types.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is an important metric as it shows the consistency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph
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Spring | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Scar | No | No | No |
Barrel extension | No | No | No |
Highest | 111 | 104 | 120 |
Lowest | 84 | 78 | 100 |
Average | 99,2 | 91,8 | 109,5 |
St.dev | 9,2 | 7,2 | 6,4 |
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Spring | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Barrel extension | No | No | No |
Highest | 99 | 109 | 112 |
Lowest | 58 | 71 | 87 |
Average | 84,2 | 96,4 | 102,6 |
St.dev | 11,3 | 9,2 | 7,6 |
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Spring | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Scar | No | No | No |
Barrel extension | No | No | No |
Highest | 176 | 171 | 178 |
Lowest | 155 | 160 | 164 |
Average | 165,3 | 164,9 | 170 |
St.dev | 5,3 | 2,7 | 4,2 |
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Spring | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Barrel extension | No | No | No |
Highest | 178 | 176 | 180 |
Lowest | 158 | 164 | 171 |
Average | 166,5 | 170,7 | 176,0 |
St.dev | 5,8 | 3,6 | 2,9 |
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Spring | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Scar | No | No | No |
Barrel extension | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 191 | 193 | 205 |
Lowest | 160 | 177 | 195 |
Average | 176,0 | 186,2 | 199,9 |
St.dev | 9,4 | 4,5 | 2,7 |
Below you will find the instructions to fit the Worker Short Dart Conversion in the NERF Rival Pathfinder:
We have received a first sample of the Worker Harrier and inmediately put it to the test!
The Worker Harrier is a high power springer with several barrel and spring options to adjust the FPS for your personal needs. The springs can be swapped by removing a couple of screws and the barrel can quickly be swapped by just twisting.
Stock the Harrier comes with 2 barrels (368 and 310mm) and 2 springs (1.4 x 250 mm and 1.4 x 275 mm) Additionally there is a 450 and 550 mm barrel available as well as a 1.6 x 250 mm spring and a 1.6 x 300 mm spring. interesting to note is that the 250 spring by Worker actually measures 270 mm long and the 300 mm spring measures 310 mm long. In the performance table we used the lengths as specified by Worker and used in the product listings.
Each setup is tested with at least 20 shots over the chronograph to give you the best performance indication possible.
From each setup we report the highest, lowest and average, as well as the standard deviation.
The standard deviation is the most important metric as it shows the consitency between shots, which is important for accuracy.
Please keep in mind that this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an affect on performance.
Chronograph used: Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph.
Darts used: Worker HE darts – 1.0 gram
Spring | 1.4 x 250 mm | 1.4 x 250 mm |
Barrel | 310 mm | 368 mm |
Highest | 186 | 176 |
Lowest | 140 | 91 |
Average | 166,9 | 142,4 |
St.dev | 13,6 | 21,2 |
Spring | 1.4 x 275 mm | 1.4 x 275 mm |
Barrel | 310 mm | 368 mm |
Highest | 203 | 203 |
Lowest | 181 | 171 |
Average | 196,3 | 187,3 |
St.dev | 5,4 | 7,7 |
Spring | 1.6 x 270 mm | 1.6 x 270 mm | 1.6 x 270 mm | 1.6 x 270 mm |
Barrel | 310 mm | 368 mm | 450 mm | 550 mm |
Highest | 256 | 263 | 266 | 256 |
Lowest | 244 | 248 | 244 | 208 |
Average | 251,1 | 257,0 | 256,4 | 233,8 |
St.dev | 3,2 | 3,9 | 6,3 | 12,5 |
Spring | 1.6 x 310 mm | 1.6 x 310 mm | 1.6 x 310 mm | 1.6 x 310 mm |
Barrel | 310 mm | 368 mm | 450 mm | 550 mm |
Highest | 269 | 278 | 284 | 283 |
Lowest | 250 | 264 | 269 | 259 |
Average | 262,4 | 272,8 | 277,2 | 269,8 |
St.dev | 3,9 | 3,6 | 4,1 | 5,9 |
Due to the reducing performance we did not include the 1.4 springs in our testing with the 450 and 550 mm barrels. Note the standard deviation, from which you can clearly see which barrel is too long for each spring.
Are you wondering which LiPo you need for your blaster? This post should help you figure it out! This table is certainly not complete. Other LiPo’s might fit the blasters mentioned and the LiPo’s will definitely fit in other blasters. If you find the right LiPo for your blaster, please let us know so we can expand on this table!
Always make sure to use a LiPo battery that can supply the current your blaster needs. To make it easier to choose a LiPo battery we have made the table below.
Battery | Dimensions (mm) | Suitable for | |
60x32x19 | |||
60x31x21 |
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60x34x18 | |||
58x31x12 |
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110x36x26 |
Unfortunately we can’t ship LiPo batteries to all countries. If you want to know where we can and can’t ship, check out the post: Shipping LiPo batteries.
One of our most popular high performance blasters is the Worker Swift. This is a short-dart blaster from Worker that works with talon magazines. With its unique design it is possible to quickly swap barrels and springs to find the perfect performance for the games you play.
However, with all the different spring and barrel options it can be difficult to find the right combination, that’s why we have tested all of the spring and barrel combinations to give you an accurate estimate of the performance you can expect.
Our test-swift has the following internals:
–Metal dart gate
–Metal trigger
-Red O-rings
The rest of the internals are completely stock. During our testing we shot 20 darts through our chronograph after which we removed the highest and the lowest reading and any potential outliers due to bad darts. We also tested the fps with the included Worker scar. For darts we used Black Worker HE darts- 1.0 gram. We lubricated the blaster with a mix of Super Lube Synthetic Grease and Super Lube Synthetic Oil. This gives us the following results:
Spring | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm |
Scar | No | No |
Highest | 129 | 133 |
Lowest | 100 | 110 |
Average | 117,9 | 124,5 |
St.dev | 8,3 | 6,9 |
Spring | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm |
Scar | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 132 | 134 |
Lowest | 91 | 102 |
Average | 112,6 | 116,3 |
St.dev | 11,4 | 11,2 |
Spring | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm | 550 mm |
Scar | No | No | No |
Highest | 176 | 199 | 215 |
Lowest | 161 | 173 | 153 |
Average | 169,4 | 188,9 | 181,2 |
St.dev | 3,9 | 7,4 | 17,2 |
Spring | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm | 550 mm |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 191 | 205 | 201 |
Lowest | 172 | 184 | 156 |
Average | 180,6 | 196,9 | 184,4 |
St.dev | 5,2 | 5,3 | 12,3 |
Spring | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm | 550 mm |
Scar | No | No | No |
Highest | 223 | 262 | 292 |
Lowest | 209 | 239 | 258 |
Average | 216,2 | 248,1 | 278,1 |
St.dev | 4,2 | 6,4 | 8,4 |
Spring | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Barrel | 280 mm | 360 mm | 550 mm |
Scar | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Highest | 241 | 267 | 294 |
Lowest | 225 | 236 | 258 |
Average | 231,1 | 257,6 | 280,4 |
St.dev | 4,5 | 7,1 | 7,6 |
Please keep in mind this overview is meant as an indication. Dart quality, blaster seals, lubrication, climate and other factors have an effect on performance.
The 1.2 spring in combination with the long barrel has not been included because of the barrel length giving inconsistent fps.
The 1.8 spring has not been included in our testing. When we did try it we got performance of 300+fps, however it was in our opinion not practical for games due to the high spring strength. The 1.8 spring is only recommended for experienced modders.
What is archery tag?
Archery tag is a relatively new sport which originated in the United States. The overall sport is comparable to paintball but instead of paintball markers a bow and arrow is used. Archery tag is a team-based action sport where it is all about reaching a game objective. Of course, in order to safely practice the sport, you need the right equipment. Here’s what you’ll need:
Bows:
To safely play archery tag it essential that you use bows that are specifically made for archery tag. Regular bows used in target archery are generally too powerful to shoot at each other. One of the most popular bows used for archery tag is the Rolan snake . These bows are made from a strong polymer composite and are therefore almost indestructible. The bows are also easy to use for right-handed as well as left-handed archers. The bows are available in 18, 22 and 26lbs and in three different colours. Outside of the Standard Rolan snake there is also a special kids bow available which is shorter in length and has a lower draw weight of 15lbs.
Arrows:
In order to actually use the bow you of course need the proper arrows. These arrows should be made for archery tag to guarantee the safety of the players. The arrows have big foam tip to prevent injury when hitting other players. Besides the specially designed tip the arrows also have rubber vanes and a thicker nock to make the arrows more durable. You can find the arrows here
Protection:
Even with special arrows and bows it’s still essential to wear the proper protection. For safe games every person on the playing field should wear a impact rated mask like this These masks are made for impact sports like paintball, airsoft and archery tag.
Targets:
When playing certain game modes, special archery tag targets are required. These targets can be used for new element in regular games to add some variation within game modes. The special archery tag targets can be found here.
Game-modes
When you have the proper equipment it’s time to play some games! You can make the games a simple or as elaborate as you want, here are some of the popular ones to get you started!
Deathmatch:
By far the easiest game to play and a great way to start!
Both teams start on opposite sides of the arena, the arrows are scattered around the field for players to grab. As soon as a player is hit by an arrow, he is out of the game. The game end when all the players in 1 team have been hit. One optional addition to this game would be that when one player catches the arrow from an opposing player the opposing player is out of the game or a teammate of the catcher can be brought back into the game.
Target deathmatch
This is a slightly different version of Deathmatch, in this game there are different archery targets like these placed on both sides of the field. To win the players must hit all the players of the opposite team or hit all the enemy targets.
Capture the flag
This game can be played with either one or multiple flags. The objective of this game is to get as much points as possible before the time runs out. Points are scored by bringing a flag back to your own base.
When a player gets hit by an arrow, he must respawn at a set respawn point. If the player that is hit was carrying the flag, he or she must drop the flag and then respawn.