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Paintball Buyers Guide
New to paintball? Looking for your first marker ?
You have a number of options to consider in buying the
gear that suits your skill level and usage. a good starting
point in selectingthe gun -or "marker" as the sport prefers
to call it - along with a variety of safety equipment,
paintballs and accessories. Our staff of expert paintball
players are here to help! Call us at 401-765-8828
with any? You have
You have a number of options to consider in buying the
gear that suits your skill level and usage. a good starting
point in selectingthe gun -or "marker" as the sport prefers
to call it - along with a variety of safety equipment,
paintballs and accessories. Our staff of expert paintball
players are here to help! Call us at 401-765-8828
with any? You have
How to buy a Marker/Gun Determine your skill level The
marker you need is really dependent on your skill. Rec-ball
Player Look for a marker which is easy to maintain
marker you need is really dependent on your skill. Rec-ball
Player Look for a marker which is easy to maintain
Scenario Player
Look for markers with more features, including
automatic firingYou can always upgrade your marker
as your skill level and requirements increase
Stealth is very important so choose a ported barrel
Look for markers with more features, including
automatic firingYou can always upgrade your marker
as your skill level and requirements increase
Stealth is very important so choose a ported barrel
Tournament player
Your marker should be purchased to fit the position you are most likely to play:
front, mid, or back Determine your usage
Tournament players need to look for a marker that suits their position.
Front players
Speed, weight and size are critical since your main goal is to draw fire
vs. shooting If you don't want to mount your air supply on your marker, you can purchase
a remote air hose to decrease weight and to increase your mobility
When you do shoot, accuracy is a must, so find a marker that allows you to mount the
airsupply bottle so it can be used as a stock
Your marker should be purchased to fit the position you are most likely to play:
front, mid, or back Determine your usage
Tournament players need to look for a marker that suits their position.
Front players
Speed, weight and size are critical since your main goal is to draw fire
vs. shooting If you don't want to mount your air supply on your marker, you can purchase
a remote air hose to decrease weight and to increase your mobility
When you do shoot, accuracy is a must, so find a marker that allows you to mount the
airsupply bottle so it can be used as a stock
Mid players
You'll be shooting lots of rounds so choose a high pressure system
You will want a system that allows you to load and shoot from multiple angle
You'll be shooting lots of rounds so choose a high pressure system
You will want a system that allows you to load and shoot from multiple angle
Back players
You need to be able to aim a stream of paint at someone at any given moment
You need to be able to see everyone on the field so high visibility goggles
are very important
Buy a large air supply bottle to get the highest shot capacity
You need to be able to aim a stream of paint at someone at any given moment
You need to be able to see everyone on the field so high visibility goggles
are very important
Buy a large air supply bottle to get the highest shot capacity
Determine the right pressure systems:
Pressure, or propulsion, systems give your marker the air it needs to propel a
paintball. All tanks are shipped unfilled because of shipping restrictions.
Two styles are offered:
Carbon dioxide
The most common pressure system
The tank size determines the rounds that you will be able to shoot
The main drawback is that carbon dioxide can be either a liquid, gas or both,
depending on temperatures, especially when they dip below 50F. This causes
fluctuations in velocities and therefore in shooting accuracy.
For most recreational players, this system is more safe and reliable. Plus,
most fields offer stations to readily fill your carbon dioxide tank
Pressure, or propulsion, systems give your marker the air it needs to propel a
paintball. All tanks are shipped unfilled because of shipping restrictions.
Two styles are offered:
Carbon dioxide
The most common pressure system
The tank size determines the rounds that you will be able to shoot
The main drawback is that carbon dioxide can be either a liquid, gas or both,
depending on temperatures, especially when they dip below 50F. This causes
fluctuations in velocities and therefore in shooting accuracy.
For most recreational players, this system is more safe and reliable. Plus,
most fields offer stations to readily fill your carbon dioxide tank
High-pressure air (HPA) and nitrogen systems
These always operate as a gas so your marker doesn't fall prey to changing
velocities
This then further ensures accuracy. If you are serious about the sport, consider
this option.
Some fields, though, may not be able to fill your system so check before buying
Choosing the right accessories
Once you decide on a marker and air system, you need to consider a number of
accessories. Below each marker listed on our site, there are a drop down of
suggested accessory options such as:
Hopper
A hopper is a plastic container that holds your paintballs and gravity usually feeds
them into your marker (gravity feed hopper)
You can also buy a motorized hopper, which should be considered if you need to
shoot rapidly
Hoppers come in a variety of shapes and sizes, holding from 40 to 300 paintballs
Mobility and weight become a factor in selecting the hopper that meets your
needs
and playing ability
These always operate as a gas so your marker doesn't fall prey to changing
velocities
This then further ensures accuracy. If you are serious about the sport, consider
this option.
Some fields, though, may not be able to fill your system so check before buying
Choosing the right accessories
Once you decide on a marker and air system, you need to consider a number of
accessories. Below each marker listed on our site, there are a drop down of
suggested accessory options such as:
Hopper
A hopper is a plastic container that holds your paintballs and gravity usually feeds
them into your marker (gravity feed hopper)
You can also buy a motorized hopper, which should be considered if you need to
shoot rapidly
Hoppers come in a variety of shapes and sizes, holding from 40 to 300 paintballs
Mobility and weight become a factor in selecting the hopper that meets your
needs
and playing ability
Belt pack (Harness)
A belt pack holds your supplies, primarily extra paint and loaders
The amount of ammo it can hold varie
Squeegee
A squeegee keeps your gun barrel clean
You can purchase either a stick squeegee or a pull-through
Both work well, but make sure the system you buy works on your gun's barrel
A squeegee holder is also recommended so that you will always have it on you
A belt pack holds your supplies, primarily extra paint and loaders
The amount of ammo it can hold varie
Squeegee
A squeegee keeps your gun barrel clean
You can purchase either a stick squeegee or a pull-through
Both work well, but make sure the system you buy works on your gun's barrel
A squeegee holder is also recommended so that you will always have it on you
Barrels
Most markers are sold with a stock barrel that can be changed
If you want to buy an extra barrel, consider several factors
Low-pressure systems can use longer barrels
Length improves accuracy, but the barrel should be matched
to the paint you are shooting-small, medium, or large. Most use .68
Materials provide a weight difference. If you need mobility,
a lighter barrel may be just the thing for you.
Most markers are sold with a stock barrel that can be changed
If you want to buy an extra barrel, consider several factors
Low-pressure systems can use longer barrels
Length improves accuracy, but the barrel should be matched
to the paint you are shooting-small, medium, or large. Most use .68
Materials provide a weight difference. If you need mobility,
a lighter barrel may be just the thing for you.
Protectivegear
Vest Provides protection in the critically sensitive areas,
including your kidneys, heart and back.
Vest Provides protection in the critically sensitive areas,
including your kidneys, heart and back.
Pads
Elbow, knee, and shin pads preserve those areas that get roughed
up when you're sliding,crawling, falling, or getting hit in sensitive areas
Gloves are another good investment
Elbow, knee, and shin pads preserve those areas that get roughed
up when you're sliding,crawling, falling, or getting hit in sensitive areas
Gloves are another good investment
Eye protection
Paintball goggles aren't an option; these are a must!
Don't try to save a few bucks by wearing ski goggles or sunglasses
Paintball goggles are designed to withstand the impact of a paintball, and give you
front, top, and side protection
These goggles are also designed to increase your peripheral vision, giving you a
wider field of vision
Most also come with face shields and eye armor to further protect you. These cover
the forehead, ears and jaw. Full masks are also availab
Paintball goggles aren't an option; these are a must!
Don't try to save a few bucks by wearing ski goggles or sunglasses
Paintball goggles are designed to withstand the impact of a paintball, and give you
front, top, and side protection
These goggles are also designed to increase your peripheral vision, giving you a
wider field of vision
Most also come with face shields and eye armor to further protect you. These cover
the forehead, ears and jaw. Full masks are also availab
How to buy paint
The outside of a paintball is a gelatin, with the paint inside. The gelatin has to
be tough enough to fire through your marker but soft enough to break when
hitting your target. While paintballs used to be oil-based, today's water-soluble
replacements make clean up a whole lot easier.
Diameter
Paintballs come in several sizes between .67 and .79 inches
When selecting paintballs, make sure it meets the specifications for your barrel
diameter
Color
Paintballs are biodegradable and non-toxic
Non-toxic dyes are used to provide color
The color you select should be determined by playing conditions
You may want a bright color in densely wooded areas so you can see where
your paintballs are hitting
Freshness
Age and humidity are the two biggest enemies of paintballs
Keep a fresh supply and store them in a cool, dry place
Never use dirty paint balls. They can harm the barrel or prematurely
explode and clog the gun.
The outside of a paintball is a gelatin, with the paint inside. The gelatin has to
be tough enough to fire through your marker but soft enough to break when
hitting your target. While paintballs used to be oil-based, today's water-soluble
replacements make clean up a whole lot easier.
Diameter
Paintballs come in several sizes between .67 and .79 inches
When selecting paintballs, make sure it meets the specifications for your barrel
diameter
Color
Paintballs are biodegradable and non-toxic
Non-toxic dyes are used to provide color
The color you select should be determined by playing conditions
You may want a bright color in densely wooded areas so you can see where
your paintballs are hitting
Freshness
Age and humidity are the two biggest enemies of paintballs
Keep a fresh supply and store them in a cool, dry place
Never use dirty paint balls. They can harm the barrel or prematurely
explode and clog the gun.
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