
Played in over 40 countries around the world by millions of gamers, paintball has been recognized as one of the outdoor sports more exciting in existence today. People from all walks of life, most men are, come together to experience the thrill of firing a bookmark to your enemy and see what precipitated splash their uniforms. While it may sound exciting and fun, is not an easy game to master. If you are thinking to enter the sport and do not know how then here are some tips you need to know before hitting the battlefield:
1. GEAR UP. Paintguns also called "markers" come in different styles and shapes. Most of these are driven by N2, Compressed Air or CO2. In regions with warmer weather, Players are encouraged to use CO2. Moreover, you can use a siphon tank to do their job best weapon in Cold Weather. If you are just starting, not investing expensive equipment. A low price markers start at $ 125.00. Be sure to cover your legs, ankles, neck and arms with appropriate clothing for paintball. Believe me, I'll thank later for that. Once you have everything in place that are ready for battle.
2. Strategy. No battle is won without a great strategy and paintball is not a exception. The first thing to remember, your burdens fire randomly. Only strike when the right opportunity comes. Shooting from a distance will reveal its position, so make sure that approaches first before shooting. Knowing the position of your enemies know where your allies. Be calm and patient, do the steps in the light and track if you have to reach a good position. Good position is the key to winning the battle.
3. Attack. When you know your opponents attack "position in a group as overwhelm them. Outnumbering them will be a great plan of attack to disarm them. Cover your computer and when an attack is about to be released, but do not shoot unless you have someone that will cover all angles.
4. Security. No player may play without the proper equipment and safety measures. Paintballers are required to wear safety goggles and masks at all times. These custom-designed safety glasses and masks should be worn at all times on the playing field, even if the player has already been eliminated from the game. Standards and security are enforced by the referees and have the right to remove a player if they discover that he is in violation standards and safety regulations.
These are simple rules to remember for an adrenaline-inducing game. Above this, paintball is a character-building sport that teaches teamwork, leadership, self-confidence and develops intelligence, determination, strength, agility and determination. Thus, companies are beginning to encourage employees and managers to participate in this game. Now, what could be more fun than shooting your bookmarks in your head? Just make sure that when given the opportunity, will not be able to return fire you or "fire" when you return!
About the Author
Mike regularly writes for ProlificPaintball.com, they carry such paintball equipment as the
Invert Mini Paintball Marker
and the
Halo B Hopper
, as well as many other items from a variety of manufacturers.
Wasaga Paintball – Halo 2
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Crosman Airsource CO2 Paintball Adapter $8.39 Paintball adapter Fits 88-gram AirSource CO2 tanks More convenient than a refillable tank This paintball adapter is compatible with Crosman 88-gram AirSource CO2 tanks. Simply attach the adapter to the paintball marker before you attach it to the cylinder. For paintball use only. |
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Walther RAM P99 Paintball Pistol Extra Magazine $21.59 The Walther P99 RAM (Real Action Marker) Magazine has a 9-shot capacity and holds either .43 caliber paintballs or .43 caliber rubberballs. Additional ammo magazines are handy for training or the ultimate in paintball reality. Have a couple of extras in your ammo belt for quick re-loading action. The perfect addition to your P99 paintball pistol. Don’t get caught with an empty clip. One Per Package. |
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Crosman Tactical Airsoft/Paintball Face Mask $19.14 Airsoft/paintball face mask Wide, clear visibility through 1-piece goggles Shatterproof goggles have anti-fogging lenses & can be worn over glasses Rubber frame around goggles Lightweight mask is vented & has an adjustable nylon strap |
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Magnum Reserch RAM Desert Eagle $269.99 Paintball / Rubberball Marker |
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RAM X50 Paintball Pistol $299.94 Marker Training Pistol |
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Doro Sport Hardback Paintball Gloves, Large, Exposed Fingertips $11.51 Our Hardback gloves are the superior low-cost hand protection. The flexible plastic backside offers very good protection from underbrush and stray shots, while still being comfortable. The palm is made of soft suede that allows for great grip as well as comfort. Available in half finger models only. Hardback paintball gloves Large Exposed fingertips |
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RAM X50 Paintball Pistol Magazine $23.99 RAM X50 magazine 9-rd removable mag Black |
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Benjamin CO2 & Air FIll Adapter, Fits Benjamin Air Tank or Standard Paintball CO2 Tank $83.99 Made specifically for the Dual Fuel capability of the Benjamin Discovery & Marauder and the Crosman Challenger. Includes: CGA-320 fitting for Benjamin carbon fiber tank or a standard paintball CO2 tank Fitting is .825×14 (standard paintball CO2 connector size) 7" stainless steel braided hose (12" overall length) Patented bleeder valve Female Foster quick-disconnect fitting |
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Scott Vectra Airsoft/Paintball Full Goggle Mask $31.14 This is the Vectra Goggle System which comes complete with visor, hypo-allergenic foam and high quality non-slip strap. It is made by Scott USA, one of the largest goggle manufacturers in the world! Designed so it can be worn over most glasses. A solid faceplate that wraps around your head and full ear protection complete this well designed system. The ASTM approved single lens is easy to remove and features an anti-fog coating that will last without scratching. Features: – Comes with removable visor – Fits over glasses – 170 degree field of vision – light weight, full face protection – Scratch Resistant – Anti-Fog Treated – Closed Cell Foam |
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RAM X50 Paintball Pistol, LE Blue Slide $239.4 Marker Training Pistol |
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RAM A-Series Paintball Rifle Magazine, Fits 47 & 74 Rifles $54 RAM A-series magazine, fits 47 & 74 rifles 23-rd mag Uses cases (not included) |
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RAM S-Series Paintball Rifle Magazine, Fits 11S & 13S, Black $54 RAM S-series magazine, fits 11S & 13S rifles 20-rd mag Uses cases (not included) Black |
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TSD Airsoft/Paintball Full-Face Mask, Goggle Lens $21.54 A must for all skirmishers! Full face protection from flying BBs Clear goggle lens Adjustable goggle strap Full ventilation for breathing Sturdy plastic construction |
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Mad Bull Gemtech Halo Barrel Extension $75.54 Barrel extension For airsoft use |
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RAM R-Series Paintball Rifle Magazine, Fits 1R, 2R & 7R Rifles, Black $54 RAM R-series magazine, fits 1R, 2R & 7R rifles 20-rd mag Uses cases (not included) Black |
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RAM R-Series Paintball Rifle Magazine, Fits 1R, 2R & 7R rifles, LE Blue $54 RAM R-series magazine, fits 1R, 2R & 7R rifles 20-rd mag Uses cases (not included) Law-enforcement blue |
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RAM S-Series Paintball Rifle Magazine, Fits 11S & 13S, LE Blue $54 RAM S-series magazine, fits 11S & 13S rifles 20-rd mag Uses cases (not included) Law-enforcement blue |
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RAM .43 Caliber Paintballs, 430 rds, red and orange $23.99 .43 cal. paintballs 430 rds Red and orange RAM paintballs are essential RAM marker ammunition for law enforcement & milsim training scenarios. Stock up on these high-quality .43 caliber paintballs for an enjoyable and highly realistic gaming experience on the battlefield. Top-quality paintball ammo increases accuracy. |
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Kingman Training 11mm Premium Paintballs, 200 rds, yellow $10.74 11mm (.43 cal.) paintballs 200 rds Yellow High-quality Kingman Training paintballs are perfect for intense battlefield skirmishes. These paintballs should be used shortly after the seal has been broken. Prolonged storage in an unsealed container reduces paintball quality and performance. |
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Benjamin CO2 Fill Adapter, Fits Discovery, Marauder & Challenger $43.19 CO2 fill adapter Fits Benjamin Discovery & Marauder and Crosman Challenger C GA-320 fitting with .825×1/4 thread, 8" stainless steel hose, female Foster fitting Use with CO2 paintball tanks Do not use for filling gun with pressurized air |
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Air Venturi CO2 Bulk-Fill Adapter, Fits Umarex EBOS $23.99 Air Venturi CO2 bulk-fill adapter Fits Umarex EBOS Screw the adapter into the CO2 port of the EBOS With the adapter securely attached, screw a paintball CO2 bulk-fill tank (12 oz. recommended) into the adapter (see note below) Extremely economical…more shots, less money EBOS buttstock cannot be attached when you use this bulk-fill CO2 adapter NOTE: The paintball tank valve will immediately open when it’s completely screwed into the adapter. Make sure the adapter is tightly/securely installed in the gun before the tank is tightened down. |
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Walther, pre-filled, disposable, two 88 gram CO2 tanks $23.39 Walther’s 88g CO2 is the ideal power source for Walther Airguns and other air pistols and air rifles that shoot pellets, BBs, rubberballs or paintballs. Air pistols like the Walther P99 RAM (Real Action Marker) paintball gun and air rifles like the Beretta CX4 Storm and Hammerli 850 AirMagnum perform at their best when using Walther CO2. NOTE: CO2 can not be shipped by air services. We will only ship CO2 by regular ground delivery. We can not ship CO2 cylinders to Hawaii. |
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Benjamin Air Tank, 2000 psi Output $191.99 Benjamin air tank Designed for high-pressure air up to 3000 psi Regulated to 2000 psi output (specifically for the Benjamin Discovery & Marauder and the Crosman Challenger) 72 cubic inches Fills a 2000 psi rifle 6 to 8 times from one tankful To fill the Discovery, Marauder or Challenger, you’ll also need FAH002 (Dual Fuel adapter) Do not use this tank with paintball guns Includes male quick-disconnect coupling (can be filled with the Benjamin hand pump) 4.5" outside dia., 11.5" long, 4.40 lbs. |
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Air Venturi IZH Drozd Bulk-Fill Adapter $59.94 No more small powerlets. This original adapter will accept any paintball bottles (click here for 12 oz or 20 oz). (Approx. 1300 shots with 20-oz. tank & approx. 780 shots with a 12-oz. tank) Turn your IZH Drozd into a real fun auto BB machine gun! To install this unit, you must modify the magazine by cutting a small slot in the cover plate. This does not prevent you from going back to 12-gram CO2 cartridges if you decide to use them. |
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Air Venturi Steel Storm CO2 Bulk-Fill Adapter $59.99 Fits Umarex Steel Storm Eliminates need for disposable CO2 cartridges Go back to using disposable CO2 cartridges anytime No alterations are required! Easy to use, easy to attach Includes hose with bulk-fill CO2 tank connector, which connects to the gun’s CO2 inlet Bulk-fill CO2 tank NOT included No more small powerlets. This adapter accepts any paintball bottle (click here for 12 oz or 20 oz). Approx. 1300 shots with a 20-oz. tank & approx. 780 shots with a 12-oz. tank. With this setup, you’ll spend more time shooting and less time and money on 12-gram CO2 cartridges! Plug & play…absolutely no alterations are made to your Steel Storm! |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Darkotic Fine Print Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie Darkotic Fine Print splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct That mask won’t fool anyone. Zombies — they’re not very smart! This zombie will creep you out, so commence to shootin’ — but remember to aim for the head. It’s the only guarantee they’ll stay dead. Permanently. Forever. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Darkotic Primal Cut Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie Darkotic Primal Cut splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct Butcher…it’s a natural occupation for a zombie. This creep means business, as he’s got his meat cleaver in position to chop off a tasty morsel of YOU! Shoot him in the head and make sure he’s dead. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Darkotic Special Delivery Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie pizza delivery guy Darkotic Special Delivery splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct Anchovies on your pizza are the least of your worries. This delivery guy is a zombie, and he doesn’t eat pizzas! Shoot to kill. Aim for the head, and you’ll know he’s dead. But, a shot anywhere on this special delivery zombie will slow him down. I’d forget about eatin’ the pizza…who knows where the meat came from. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Deer Darkotic Blood Trail Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie deer Darkotic Blood Trail splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct This zombie reindeer won’t be pulling Santa’s sleigh! You don’t have to believe in the coming zombie apocalypse to have fun shooing this great new target. A fun way to sharpen your shooting skills. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Dog Darkotic Go Fetch Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie dog Darkotic Go Fetch splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct Awww…cute little doggie. Wanna play fetch? What’s that in your mouth? It’s your neighbor’s arm! Kill the zombie dog before you become his next course. Great target for a fun shooting experience. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Hog Darkotic Smokehouse Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie hog Darkotic Smokehouse splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct Well, this little piggie won’t be going to hog heaven! Whether or not you believe in zombies and a future world dominated by zombie people and critters, this will be ideal for helping you get on target…save your bacon my taking care of this pork chop! |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Rat Darkotic Drain Pipe Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie rat Darkotic Drain Pipe splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct This is one huge, disgusting rat! Just what you need to hone your shooting skills…whether you believe in zombies or not! Put this critter out of its misery before it starts making a meal out of your body parts! |
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UTG Homeland Security KIS Covert Gun Case, 38", Black $32.34 Gun case 1.5" thick padded high-density foam Concealed dual rifle storage capacity 11"x10" Velcro closure pocket for accessory storage 15"x8" zippered pocket for additional storage 1.5" reinforced wrap-around carry handle 1.5" adjustable shoulder strap #8 heavy duty zipper with fully lockable dual zipper heads Double d-rings at both ends Clear name tag holder Polyester material 38"x11" Black Protect your rifle against everyday wear & tear with this 38" UTG padded rifle case. This case has a concealed dual rifle storage capacity and is thickly padded with high-density foam for maximum protection. Store spare magazine clips and other accessories in the 11"x10" Velcro closure pocket. Stores all sporting firearms, knock-down firearms, rifles with retractable stocks, pistols and paintball guns. |
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Birchwood Casey Zombie Darkotic Shopping Spree Splattering Target, 12"x18", 8ct $11.94 Zombie Darkotic Shopping Spree splattering target 12"x18" Each hit results in a white halo around the impact 8ct "Shop til you drop" has new meaning. This zombie shopper used to be a real looker, but now she’s shopping for her next meal…and she’s got her eye on you! Her little zombie chihuahua is also eyeballing you. Put this zombie valley girl out of her misery…and her little dog, too! Fun target even if you don’t believe there’s a zombie apocalypse coming! Be prepared. |
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Carbon Fiber Tank, 4500 psi, 88 cu ft $839.99 DOT-approved Carbon fiber filament wound over aluminum bladder 88 cu ft 4500 psi max pressure 11.3 lbs dry weight Includes: Hose with 1/8" BSPP threads on both ends Seal washer Hose has an inline gauge (eliminates use of a yoke) Air Venturi female quick-disconnect adapter with 1/8" BSPP male threads on one end This is not a scuba tank. It’s a carbon fiber tank, which is also called an scba tank, and has a high-pressure scba valve…like the one firefighters use on their scba tanks. Many dive shops do not have the ability to fill these tanks. In some towns, the fire department has a compressor that can fill a high-pressure carbon fiber tank, as firefighters use smaller scba tanks for breathing equipment during rescues. You might want to approach your local fire department and ask if they would be willing to fill your high-pressure carbon fiber/scba tank from their compressor. Another alternative is to contact a local paintball store, as paintballers use carbon fiber tanks to fill their markers. If the only alternative you have is to fill your high-pressure carbon fiber scba tank at a dive shop, a 1/8" BSPP male to DIN female adapter (our part # AA-Z2128-300) can temporarily replace the hose on the valve adapter so the dive shop can fill your tank. |