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Article #83: The Essential Paintball Gear For A Great Game

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Paintball is an exciting sport that has a The air tank is also a critical part of
large legion of fans and devoted players. paintball gear and can be attached to
One thing that every paintball player most models of paintball guns several
needs to know, from the beginner to the different locations. On most guns it
semi-pro, is the essential paintball gear hangs horizontally off the back, and they
that every player needs to have before are just screwed in. Some players prefer
any game. a vertical mount to keep the liquid (bad)
When talking about paintball gear, the CO2 on the bottom and out of the gun.
first thing that should come to mind is Most rental places can provide the right
eye protection. Eye protection is the equipment to keep the games going.
most important piece of equipment you There is an array of other pieces of
could possibly invest in. Safety is paintball gear you will want. One is
always the primary concern, and eye called a remote. A remote is a long tube
protection takes care of the one major that allows you to carry your air tank on
worry involved with paintball. It doesn't a back pack or belt. A light tube is
matter whether you are playing at a field attached to the gun. This is useful
or in your backyard be sure to have your because it takes weight off the actual
face protection on. gun and makes it lighter, which makes it
The second most important piece of easier to lift, aim, and use. It is a
paintball gear is your paintball gun. cheap, but effective addition that
Obviously without this, there is no game usually runs only around $30-$40.
to play. The paintball gun is also Another piece of paintball gear is the
commonly referred to as the "marker" belt pack. A belt pack is usually worn
because it "marks" other players. While around the belt and can hold extra
it is very important to be familiar with supplies like extra air and paint.
your paintball gun, don't be intimidated. Experienced players know how useful this
These are made simply and are easy to can be. Also, you will always want a
figure out and maintain. Along with the protective mask. As a side note: if you
paintball gun is the hopper. This is a have prescription glasses you need to
plastic bottle that holds your paintballs wear underneath the helmet, find a "Scott
and allows them to feed into the chamber. mask." These fit much better and will
Basically, this is your ammo supply. Some allow you to be much more comfortable and
are actually motorized to insure that more effective during the game. As for
another paintball will fall into place clothing, anything dark is acceptable.
after one is shot. If you like to spray Paintball is a great game, but you need
and pray, these are the ones for you. the appropriate paintball gear to make
Some can hold up to 300 balls, others the most of any afternoon or weekend
hold as few as 40. All depends on style excursion.
and preference.






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