Paintball Gear – It pays to do your homework first!

Caroline Smith asked:


Having the right paintball gear is essential not just for putting in a good performance on the field, but for your safety. There’s a huge amount of paintballing gear available, so it’s a good idea to know what you’re looking for before you buy. There are several bits of paintball equipment that it’s absolutely necessary to have before you begin paintballing, such as a mask and a decent paintball gun. It’s worth spending some time researching the various paintball products on sale to make sure you buy stuff that’s suited to your skills and budget. Speaking to experienced paintballers is a great way to pick up useful tips on the best types of markers and accessories. Paintballer magazines are also a good source of information on the latest guns and gear.

Before you play any paintball games, you’ll need to make sure you’ve got suitable protective clothing to help prevent injuries when in the heat of the action on the field. It’s a strict rule that all players must wear their paintball masks at all times during play to protect their head and face from the dangers of speeding paintballs. You can hire the basic equipment at the game, or you might prefer to buy your own paintball supplies, particularly if you play regularly. One of the cheapest ways to get kitted out with all the essentials is to purchase a special gun package, which as well as an entry level paintball marker, should include things such as an air tank and hopper, and other accessories.
Inexpensive but reliable brands of paintball markers include the Kingman Spyder and Tippmann ranges. Piranha paint ball guns are also cheaply priced and aimed at new players. Find out about whether the gun you want can be upgraded as your ability improves, and check the level of warranty you’ll get. If you want to be as inconspicuous as possible, a black or matte model could help you camouflage yourself better than a bright and shiny rifle. Look for gear that’s easy to use and light enough to carry when running and crawling around during the game.

By doing your homework you should be in position to spot the best deals and get yourself some great value equipment to help you splatter your opponents.



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Sniper Paintball Gun

Debra Atkins asked:


 

Out of all the position in the sport of paint ball games, one of the interesting and demanding is the position of the paintball sniper. The use of speed, agility and stealth to hide, track and shoot from a long range gives the position of the sniper very interesting aspects. With patience and practice, along with using the proper equipment, you will become a trained sniper. Sneaking around, hiding and then ambushing your opponent can lead to a whole lot of fun. Learning to use the proper equipment and your surroundings can be a little bit more difficult then you might first think it would be.

 

The most important piece of equipment in the sniper scenario is the paintball sniper gun. The barrel is longer in length. When Tippman Paintball Gun introduced the .68 Caliber 22 Inch Super Barrel, the sniper role just got a little more enjoyable. This sniper barrel is designed for the quite stealth that is needed for the role. The holes in the end of the barrel helps to keep the opponent from hearing you or your gun. Also important is the weight of the gun. If you are to be stationary and hold the gun in the same position for and extended amount of time, the weight is a big issue. You do not need to be shifting the gun around, moving to give away your position. Also if you are running, the weight of the gun will be an issue also.

 

It is a good idea to know your playing field. If it is the first time at the field, try to get there early and walk through the area. This knowledge will help to determine the paintball accessories you may need such a clothes, gear or any other paintball supplies you may need. You will want to blend in with the surrounding so the choice of clothing is important. If you will be stationary or moving around quite a bit may determine if you will need knee pads, elbow pads or such items. Make certain with the opposing team about the rules. It makes for a better game if both teams know the rules and there is no conflict later. For example, are both teams to use certain equipment like the paintball grenades or the land mines. Keeping the equimpent on both sides even makes for a better game.

 

Also, in the role of the sniper you will be seen or caught. Use each time to evaluate the hows and why you was caught. What could you have done to prevent this? Would simple things like a different color outfit for that terrain have helped? Was it some small movement of your body that caught the attention of the other team? Was a part of your body exposed? Would simple things like the knee or elbow pads have made you more comfortable and therefore not moved to have been caught? Would a vest that holds more supplies and accessories have helped?  Not many people are what is called natural born snipers so take a few minutes to determine why you was caught and what can be done to prevent it next time.  It takes the trail and error to become a skilled sniper, so have fun, learn as you go and enjoy the game.

 



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Paintball Guns: Using The Internet To Buy

Steve McCarty asked:


Using the internet as a shopping portal is becoming more and more popular as each day goes by. While there are some things that you will never want to buy online, there are others that are quite popular. One of these items is paintball guns. Over the past few years, paintballers have found that they can buy everything that they need without ever having to leave home. And of course, buying paintball supplies online also means that you will have a large selection to choose from as well as the ability to take advantage of the lowest possible prices.

The main reason that most people do not buy paintball guns online is that they do not know where to start. And since they are not familiar with buying online, they are a bit scared at what they will run into. In other words, they think they will order a spyder paintball gun but end up with a tippmann. While it is possible to make mistakes when shopping online, if you take your time the chances are next to none.

Here are three basic tips to keep in mind when shopping for a paintball gun online.

1. Take your time to search through all of the available listings. Remember, some of the best paintball gun sites have many makes and models for sale. Search them all so that you know the details of each gun.

2. Consider the return policy before you buy. Although you will probably have no problems, you never know what could happen. It is always nice to have the peace of mind of knowing that you can return your paintball gun if need be.

3. Since all paintball guns are priced differently, shop around to make sure that you get the best price. This may take some time, but if you are going to save money it is well worth it.

If you are in the market for a paintball gun, use the internet to shop for the perfect one. You will be glad that you did when you find yourself in the heat of battle!

My opinion on the best paintball guns for the price is the Smart Parts Ion, Tippmann A-5, and the Spyder Pilot ACS.



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