| The biggest concern while playing paintball is the | | | | can't do without. The hopper is where your paintballs |
| safety and security of the players. Wearing the proper | | | | are placed. Standard hoppers will load your gun at a |
| paintball gear will help to ensure that nobody will | | | | rate of 12bps or less. For faster guns, you will want an |
| become injured while playing this fast-paced sport. | | | | electronic hopper. |
| Without a doubt, the use of air-pressured guns can be | | | | 6. The barrel is used to guide the paintball towards the |
| very dangerous if a person is not wearing appropriate | | | | intended target. Brass barrels are relatively inexpensive |
| safety gear. | | | | and allow you to shoot in a straight path and at higher |
| There is a variety of paintball gear required when | | | | speeds because there is reduced friction. |
| playing this sport, not just the paintball gun or marker. | | | | 7. Having air supply is essential and is used in both guns |
| To help ensure you have all the proper equipment for | | | | and pistols. Nitrogen and carbon dioxide are available. |
| this action-packed sport, below is a list of gears each | | | | The carbon dioxide is less expensive, but nitrogen is |
| person must have before he or she plays the sport. | | | | better. |
| 1. The paintball mask is an essential piece of equipment | | | | There are other optional accessories such as belt |
| that will protect your face. Since most serious injuries | | | | packs, scopes and kits that can give you an even |
| incurred are in the face, you are not allowed to play if | | | | greater advantage over your opponent. Some |
| you do not wear a protective mask. | | | | accessories are also needed to keep your paintball in |
| 2. Eye protection is another important piece of | | | | good working condition. These include oil for lubing your |
| protection. Investing in a good set of goggles will | | | | gun, a squeegee for cleaning the barrel, and extra rings |
| prevent any splat of paint for getting into your eyes. | | | | and seals. |
| 3. Each person must have a paintball gun. The gun is | | | | The paintball gear that we listed above can be used |
| used to eliminate your opponent, and thus is a critical | | | | as a basic checklist for beginners as you research the |
| piece in your arsenal. Remember to thoroughly | | | | sport and before you begin making any purchases. |
| research the different types of guns available before | | | | Playing paintball is great fun, but the costs can run up |
| making your selection. | | | | quickly. |
| 4. Of course, you must also have paintballs to shoot at | | | | If you don't have the extra money, start with the basic |
| your opponents. You should try to conserve your | | | | gear first, then purchase additional options as time |
| paintballs while playing and only shoot when you have | | | | goes on. Keep in mind you must be fully protected |
| the target in site. | | | | when playing paintball, so proper clothing and safety |
| 5. The hopper is another piece of paintball gear you | | | | gear should be a top priority. |