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Battle of the Paintball Guns

2009-12-13T15:12:00.000-08:00

It has been an interesting couple of years for Tippmann and BT. Some would say they have been battling to control the woodsball market. For every new marker that each company releases, the other releases their alternative. Tippmann of course, has been dominating the budget woodsball scene with the Alpha Black since 2008 and has now been completely dominating this scene with the release of the Project Salvo. Finally, in response BT is going to release the BT OMEGA with a very affordable price to compete directly with the Alpha Black and Project Salvo. It will be a tough challenge to compete against two very affordable, and reliable markers with just one, but I am interested in seeing how it will do.

The Tippmann TPX has been in the spotlight for most of this year and has set the standard for BT to contend with. Of course BT would not sit by without a fight, their answer to the TPX is the BT SA-17, where in my opinion was a very weak response (in looks), but it does have some extra functions that may test true in time.

Next we have BT's TM7 which has been dominating the woodsball market with it's savy electropneumatic features, and then stack the release of the TM15 on top of that and they had raised the bar. But Tippmann had something up their sleeve for some time now, they seemed to wait just until BT thought they had won and then they shot them down with their new revolutionary X7 Phenom. The Phenom can operate in a way that no other paintball gun can, it can operate electronically with several different firing modes, or if the battery dies, it can still fire in mechanical mode thanks to it's patented Flex Valve. Can the Phenom overcome the TM duo? Only time will tell, but it looks like it has a great chance.

Let's take advantage of this situation as it helps to create affordable prices the more these guys battle it out. Be sure to visit Red Dot Paintball to purchase or pre-order these markers as they become available!

This blog is courtesy of our guest blogger Red Commander.

Ego Paintball Guns

2009-06-27T00:24:00.001-07:00

Here is a video on Ego paintball guns. This was the trailer from Planet Eclipse produced about a year ago.

You can see or post videos like this directly to PaintballGuns.MEspace. Join the site, and start posting paintball videos.

Paintball Rules

2009-06-20T13:27:00.000-07:00

Here is a new blog entry by a guest blogger from our PaintballGuns.MEspace. Theprofessionalpro, writes this blog.

"Setting the Standards High

Well, it happened to me. It could happen to you. I'm in a firefight, trying to press through and get an angle for my team, and CRACK! Hit. Out. Why? I followed the rules of engagement. What? That's right. In my firefight an 'out' player walked right into my line of fire. I cannot intentionally shoot at an 'out' player, so I didn't and it cost me an 'out' Why did I let myself get shot out rather than return fire? It's the rules. Integrity is hard to build and easy to break. What's the point of this? Well, that 'out' player was a newbie. It wasn't really his fault, it was ours. No one told him the full rules of engagement. It's easy for us veterans, but we often take for granted the fact that everyone we play with knows the rules and we forget to pass some of them along to the 'new guys', like walking around an engagement if your 'out'. There is a safety issue and a quality of play issue here. We have a responsibility as seasoned players to teach the greenhorns how to play safely and what the rules are.

Some rules we should all know:

1] ALWAYS use a BBD (barrel blocking device) when not on the field

2] ALWAYS keep safety on until you engage

3] NEVER remove your mask on the field

4] NEVER fire in the 'safe zone' or staging area

5] NEVER walk through an engagement if you're out (not a good idea if your 'in' either)

6] ALWAYS be mindful of everyone else's safety and you own

7] ALWAYS chrono your paintball marker to under 300fps, preferably set at 285fps

8] ALWAYS know the bounderies and stay inside them

9] NEVER fire at anyone who has removed or is not wearing a mask

10] NEVER wipe paint on field ( this is CHEATING)"

Feel free to comment or add other rules that players should be aware of. If you liked this post you can see great blog entries at PaintballGuns.MEspace

Tippmann TPX Pistol Holster Recalled

2009-06-09T00:19:00.000-07:00

Today we received some very disappointing news about the Tippmann TPX Pistol Holster, they have been recalled. We just received our major order and were ready to ship. Then they called this morning and said do not send them out. The replacement holsters will not be available for 3 more weeks.

The reason they give is that there is some faulty stitching on the holster and they will not stand up to the rigors of paintball over time. They made the tough decision to correct it now. Anyone that has already received one can call Tippmann and make arrangements to receive a replacement from them when the new ones are ready. You will have to ship the old one back.

This entire launch of the Tippmann TPX Pistol has been disappointing. They should have just made enough to send everyones orders on the same day. We much prefer the Tippmann US Army Project Salvo announcement. They announced it and shipped to those that ordered the same day. I am already sending them out.

Paintball Safety Considerations

2009-06-06T00:38:00.000-07:00

Paintball is a highly charged, adrenaline filled sport based on combat simulations. While it is naturally much safer than the real thing, it’s still a potentially dangerous sport if you don’t observe some safety considerations.

No doubt, it would leave a welt if you were hit by a paintball bare skinned. It follows that you would need protective gear during play, or else you could sustain more serious injuries.

Special pants and jerseys are available, and using them comes highly recommended. You will also need a helmet and a face mask with goggles. Considering that the paintballs travel at about 300 feet per second, what do you think that would do to your eye if the paintball hit it?

Now that protective gear is covered, let’s talk about safety practices. Most paid fields have their rules spelled out for you, but you may not always go to one of these places to play paintball. Outside of this context, many people can get carried away with the thrill of combat. Here are a few safety rules:
• Never shoot an opponent when he’s down. When they’re hit, they’re done. It’s that simple.
• Never shoot an opponent point blank. Regardless of safety precautions, this can cause serious damage.
• Always make sure your gear is in good condition. The slightest crack in your lens can be a major problem. If your marker has seen better days, it’s time to replace it.
• Always assume a marker is loaded and air is in the chamber.
• Stay hydrated, and don’t drink alcohol when you play.
• Do not try to “tweak” your gear outside of normal guidelines.

This is just a very short list of the things you will need to keep in mind to keep from getting hurt, or from hurting someone else. This is supposed to be fun, not hazardous.

Tippmann US Army Project Salvo Paintball Gun

2009-06-01T13:09:00.000-07:00

Here is the announcement and pictures of Tippmann's new Alpha Black Project Salvo Model.

Here is the announcement and pictures of Tippmann's new Alpha Black Salvo Model.

Quote from Tippmann on June 1, 2009,

"We are excited to release the new U.S. Army Paintball Marker - Project Salvo™…an exciting new marker from U.S. Army Paintball featuring a six position collapsible and foldable stock, an AR-15 style shroud with four built-in Picatinny rails and a new AR-15 style magazine that doubles as a helpful toolkit. The marker also incorporates a flat-top Picatinny rail built into the receiver, which makes it simple for players to quickly add a handle, site, scope or a variety of other modifications.

As an added benefit, the Project Salvo marker can be easily enhanced with an eGrip™ as well as several other performance upgrades from the Tippmann 98 Custom® Platinum Series, including: the Cyclone™ Feed System, Response™ Trigger and Flatline™ barrel.

Much like Alpha Black™, the name selected for this new marker is rooted in U.S. Military history. Project Salvo was a series of tests conducted by the U.S. Army’s Operations Research Office (ORO) from the mid to late 1950s. The research obtained through Project Salvo helped lead to the development of the AR-15, which would go on to become the M-16 – widely considered among the most respected and proven rifles ever utilized by the United States armed forces."

You can see a blog and a forum for this new announcement on PaintballGuns.MEspace

You can purchase the new Tippmann US Army Project Salvo Paintball Gun Here!

Tippmann TPX Pistol - It Is Shipping In 48 hours!

2009-05-19T22:53:00.000-07:00

All through the process we have kept you up to date with all the latest news on the Tippmann TPX Pistol launch. Here is a letter to Tippmann's customers that was released to authorized dealers today.

Click here to watch a video review of the Tippmann TPX.

Paintball Prizes

2009-05-18T22:06:00.000-07:00

Here is a recap of yesterday's special contest event over at www.paintballguns.MEspace. The event was a big success as there were many people online all vying to win a prize. Here is the blog post pasted here for your review.

"I hope everyone had as much fun as we did. While it was a lot of work for us, we have a special thanks for our sponsored teams and players that helped us out during the chat. Team Red Dawn Members, The L.I. Outlaws, and Team Browncoats_az. Here is a rundown of what happened. We had an hour long chat session answering questions and giving out prizes every hour. We also announced a contest on how to win a paintball gun, with two paintball guns up for grabs. Please look at the "contests" page for details. Here were the winners:

1. 5:05 PM Mongoose5 - Spyder Gun Bag $24.95
2. 5:10 PM Snipe07 - Spyder Gun Bag $24.95
3. 5:15 PM Wiseoldhippiedude - VIP Membership $29.99
4. 5:20 PM mitchbob86 - Spyder Gun Bag $24.95
5. 5:25 PM Ttownvengence - Spyder Jersey $49.98
6. 5:30 PM Sunshine - VL Evolution 3 Loader $59.95
7. 5:35 PM Connorman356 - Vip Membership $29.99
8. 5:40 PM Designaweb - Vip Membership $29.99
9. 5:45 PM Trum15 - Spyder Gun Bag $24.95
10. 5:50 PM Predator - GXG Camo Tactical Vest $49.99
11. 5:55 PM RedCommander - Tippmann Ultralite Jersey $35.95
12. 6:00 PM Darkkrider - VL Vlocity Loader $119.99

The grand total was $505.63 and shipping for a total giveaway valued at $600.00. Thank you to our supporters and thanks to those who checked us out. We understand that we had people participating from several places aroudn the world. Also, we did end up with about 40 new members over the last two days and we hope they will participate and find new friends."

Tacamo - Another Paintball Industry Casualty

2009-05-13T21:52:00.000-07:00

Today is another sad day in paintball. The Tacamo Paintball
Guns and all parts and accessories are obsolete and discontinued. If you need parts or accessories, I encourage players to stock up now. We do not have one item left or in stock and all pages will come down before the weekend. Please do not order anything from the Red Dot Paintball site because we will only have to refund your order.

How could this happen, well it is another casualty in the paintball industry. Many of you may remember that Archon was purchased by Procaps (Draxxus). As I posted before many of the lines of paint that were produced by Archon (Zap, Spank, Chronic) have slowly been disappearing. Well, the disappearance trick was performed again as Procaps/Draxxus continues to redefine itself. The latest is they want to mainly focus on stores and fields for mainly paint and goggles. Very little else from what I am hearing. It will be interesting to see if Tippmann continues to use them as a distributor that is not stocking their items? Who knows...what we do know is that there are less and less options for paintball supplies. It seems that nearly every month another loss is encountered.

Military Rules

2009-04-27T23:30:00.000-07:00

Today we have a guest blogger by the name of "Zombie"

He is one of our top bloggers on the new social paintball network called PaintballGuns.MEspace Have a look at our new site that allows you to come together on a site dedicated to paintball.

Zombie writes,

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US Marine Corps Rules:

1. Be courteous to everyone, friendly to no one.
2. Decide to be aggressive enough, quickly enough.
3. Have a plan.
4. Have a back-up plan.
5. Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet.
6. Do not attend a gunfight with a handgun whose caliber does not start witha "4."
7. Anything worth shooting is worth shooting twice. Ammo is cheap.

8. Move away from your attacker. Distance is your friend

9. Use cover or concealment as much as possible.
10. Flank your adversary when possible. Protect yours.
11. Always cheat; always win. The only unfair fight is the one you lose.
12. In ten years nobody will remember the details of caliber, stance, or
tactics. They will only remember who lived.
13. If you are not shooting, you should be communicating your intention to
shoot.

Navy SEALS Rules:

1. Look very cool in sunglasses.
2. Kill every living thing within view.
3. Adjust speedo.
4. Check hair in mirror.

US Army Rangers Rules:

1. Walk in 50 miles wearing 75 pound rucksack while starving.
2. Locate individuals requiring killing.
3. Request permission via radio from "Higher" to perform killing.
4. Curse bitterly when mission is aborted.
5. Walk out 50 miles wearing a 75 pound rucksack while starving.

US Army Rules:

1. Select a new beret to wear.
2. Sew patches on right shoulder.
3. Change the color of beret you decide to wear.

US Air Force Rules:

1. Have a cocktail.
2. Adjust temperature on air-conditioner.
3. See what's on HBO.
4. Ask "what is a gunfight?"
5. Request more funding from Congress with a "killer" PowerPoint
presentation.
6. Wine & dine 'key' Congressmen, invite DOD & defense industry executives.
7. Receive funding, set up new command and assemble assets.
8. Declare the assets "strategic" and never deploy them operationally.
9. Hurry to make 1345 tee-time.

US Navy Rules:

1. Go to Sea.
2. Drink Coffee.
3. Watch TV.
4. Deploy the Marines.

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Rap 4 T68 UDSF Sniper Paintball Gun

2009-04-26T00:18:00.000-07:00

Have a look at one of Rap4's newest paintball guns. This new Sniper Rifle comes loaded right out of the box. There are several add on options for a slick air system. It can be magazine fed which is great for snipers, not exposed air tanks, exposed loaders. We would love to hear what you think so please post your comments here. Click through the picture to view a new video showcasing this paintball gun.

Smart Parts Paintball Guns Lov'em or Hat'em?

2009-04-12T16:59:00.000-07:00

I would love to know what everyone thinks of Smart Parts paintball guns. Recently, sales have been really slow for their guns. I am not sure why. My son uses an Ion and it is very easy to maintain. The Vibe and SP1 are cheap inexpensive but good markers to use with CO2.

For awhile, a lot of people were buying SP8's. But, recently there are not many people even searching for them. Does anyone out there use an SP8? Are they good or ? What seems to be the problem?

It has been awhile since Smart Parts introduced anything new and maybe that is it? Spyder has just released the KT Chaser Pistols and Tippmann their new TPX. Could it be just no hype? It is a bit of a mystery to me so curious to know what you think?

Kingman Training Pistols and Handguns

2009-04-11T18:05:00.000-07:00

Here is the video and press release for the new Kingman Training Pistols. We want to hear about your thoughts? Will this pistol rival Tippmann's new TPX release? More shots per 12 G CO2 is definitely a plus. These paintball guns feel good. They are a little more compact and should be a lot of fun to use. There are a lot of planned accessories and the kit comes with CO2 cartridges, some .43 caliber paintballs and one magazine. For those of you in Canada, unfortunately, .43 caliber paintball guns are not allowed in Canada due to current firearms regulations. To see the specifications of these guns, Click Here!

Kingman Group Date: April 7, 2009 Contact: +1 626-430-2300 Los Angeles, CA, USA KINGMAN TRAINING TAKES TO THE BEACH Target Shoot, KT Girls, SWAT Demo and a Pro Exhibition Match! The Kingman Training staff stayed busy all weekend at the USPL event in Huntington Beach showing off the latest KT Eraser™ and KT Chaser™ 11mm (.43 Cal) paintball markers. The KT Booth included a fully enclosed target shoot where people crowded all weekend to experience the accuracy and fun these brand new markers offer. Kingman Training presented exhibition matches on center court which included a SWAT vs Street Villain scenario, two recreational paintball matches, and one Pro Paintball Player matchup. The Pro match featured Alex Fraige and Ryan Greenspan from Dynasty going against B-Real and Rojo from the Stoned Assassins. The two-on-two Pro match was the highlight of the weekend with B-Real pulling out a hidden second KT Eraser™ marker putting the boys from Dynasty to rest. These Pro paintball players along with Chris Lasoya, Nicky Cuba, Mike Paxton, and Matty Marshall all picked up a brand new KT Eraser™ over the weekend. "We were stoked to see Alex and Ryan from Dynasty out playing one-on-one with the new KT markers" adds Jason Donaldson, VP of Marketing from Kingman Training. "It was great to see the markers on center court in such exciting formats. From SWAT scenario, guy vs girl one-on-one, to the Pro matchup... it seemed that everyone had a blast." KT Target Shoot SWAT with KT Models Dynasty KT Pro Matchup KT Target Shoot SWAT guys with KT models Dynasty Alex Fraige/Ryan Greenspan Pro Matchup Rojo, B-Real, Greenspan, Fraige The brand new Kingman Training product line features the KT Eraser™ (All Aluminum) and KT Chaser™ (Aluminum + High Impact Polymer) 11mm paintball markers along with 11mm paintballs, CO2 cartridges, accessories, and gear. Exhibition Game play rules can be found on the "About KT" page at our website www.kingmantraining.com. These markers can be used for recreational & tournament paintball play, scenario play, or SWAT/Tactical training. For more information including specs, videos and photos visit www.kingmantraining.com. The Kingman Training 11mm paintball markers are now available to the public.

Tippmann TPX Pistol Cost Announced

2009-03-12T00:01:00.000-07:00

Tippmann TPX Pistol price is announced. Click Here!

As you can see from the picture you will also be able to order the following accessories for the TPX Pistol.

1. A Right Hand Leg Holster.
2. A Hammerhead Barrel.
3. A 2-pack Extra Magazines.

At Red Dot Paintball you can reserve your place in line for May shipping. Pay in full to secure your spot. The first run of these will sell out fast.

Tippmann TPX Pistol Update Part 2

2009-03-09T23:45:00.000-07:00

Tippmann has updated their site and we can now offer the latest information on specifications. The all new Tippmann TPX Pistol description and specifications as released by Tippmann are:

The new TPX .68 Caliber Paintball Pistol boasts an innovative, compact design, specially engineered to be lightweight, easy to maintain, customizable, and best of all, dependable. Check out more exciting features listed below or click on the pistol features above and watch for the official launch planned for mid-April.

• Metal Trigger Punctures C02 On First Pull
• Self-Locking 8-Ball Magazine Clip
• Quick Release Magazine Feed System
• Under Barrel 12 Gram C02 Air System
• Easy To Load 1/4 Turn C02 Cap
• External Velocity Adjuster
• Internal Regulator
• Ability to Add Remote Line
• Ergonomically Designed Grip
• Covered Ammo Windows
• Removable Barrel with X7 Threads
• Maintenance kit is included
• Deluxe carrying case is included
• Coming Mid-April!

Specifications:
Caliber: 68 Action: Semi-automatic
Power: CO2 Hopper Capacity:
CO2 Capacity: 12g Feed rate: 8bps
Firing rate: 8bps Trigger: Standard
Barrel length: 6 1/4" Length: 10 7/8" long
Weight: 1lb 11oz Effective Range: 150+ ft

Tippmann Pistol (TPX) Release Update

2009-03-01T09:41:00.000-08:00

We have the latest on the all new Tippmann Pistol. We spoke to our sales representative this week and there is good news ahead. The long awaited release of the new Tippmann Pistols are soon to be shipping. What we heard was this:

1. The literature to announce the product will be coming to authorized dealers in 1 to 3 weeks.
2. Shortly after releasing the literature, Tippmann will start taking dealer pre-orders.
3. Rough ship date to dealers is early May, 2009.

This is why it is so important to get your Pre-order in now. We will have to place our order in advance of the actual shipping date. This handgun is a great addition to your scenario equipment.

JT USA Discontinues Camo Flex 8 Full Coverage Goggle

2009-02-16T23:15:00.000-08:00

JT USA has announced that its popular Flex 8 Full Coverage Camo Goggle will be discontinued in the coming months. There are still a few available, but not many. Personally, I cannot understand this decision. Almost all companies have discontinued their camo versions of masks and it seems to me that keeping theirs would be a good seller. I have a set of these that I use myself. The goggles are very comfortable and are great in Woodsball. Along with my Tippmann 98 Custom Pro Camo Paintball Gun, I have a perfect combination in the bush.

Tippmann X7 Paintball Gun Promotion Announced

2009-02-14T19:38:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone! Tippmann has announced an incredible sale that is supposed to start on March 1, 2009. Red Dot Paintball has secured permission with Tippmann to offer this sale starting Saturday February 15, 2009. Check out this incredible savings:

"Tippmann is excited to officially announce a new Value Added Program for the X7 Marker which offers your consumer a FREE Flatline or Response Trigger. The rebate officially begins March 1st and ends March 31st. To help your sales in February, and to jump start this promotion, we will accept redemptions for any sales that begin this weekend."

myLot

2009-02-07T01:06:00.000-08:00

I have just added this blog to feature paintball on my user profile at myLot. Have you seen myLot User Profile? I think this will be another great discussion place in the future. I believe you can actually earn money for actively posting in discussions. Click Here to Join!

Tippmann Alpha Black Tactical Camo

2009-01-28T23:18:00.000-08:00

Here is a brand new announcement from Tippmann. We are placing an order for a special allotment of Tippmann Alpha Black Tactical Version in Camo. The popular camo Paintball Guns are back from Tippmann and this one has a lighter color than the digi camo Tippmann 98's. The order we place tomorrow will be for the first allotment of the basic version. The E-grip, flatline barrel and Cyclone Feeder modifications will all work. We do not know if they will release an egrip model later on, but you can be one of the first to own this brand new Tippmann release.

Email us instantly if you want one of these new guns on the first shipment that will be here next week at the very latest. We do not know how long it will be until the second shipment will be available for us so first come first serve! Combined with our coupon offer below, we will be the cheapest available!

Procaps, Draxxus and American Paintball Supply Say Farewell to Tyson Evenson

2008-11-23T23:28:00.000-08:00

This post is to display Procaps message and tribute to Tyson Evenson.

"Tyson Evenson - Sly Equipment - RIP

Around 2004, an overly excited, high-energy person comes into our company's life.

Immediately, thoughts came to mind of "Here's another one of these vendors that is excited about paintball, but when will the excitement stop?" Fast-forward about three years and this excitable, energetic person still remained. An incredible lust for the sport, friendship and business ethics remained with Tyson until his last day.

Zap to Archon to American Paintball Supply and then finally to Procaps; all found great success and pleasure with Sly products.

As we mourn for someone that lost his life way too early, we should all be reminded of his passion for this sport and life in general. In this business there are few people that you can truly call a friend and when you find one, you cherish it forever.

Those that knew Tyson realize that you can't sum up all he brought us in a few short paragraphs. Instead, he would want us to continue his legacy through the crazy wacky stories, antics, games played, and the desire to make paintball the best sport in the world.

Now, raise your glass, make your balloon animal and salute Tyson one last time.

When will the excitement stop?
Hopefully never when we remember Tyson Evanson and Sly Equipment.

You will be missed more than words can say.

- From the families at Procaps LP and Procaps Direct"

Tippmann Pistol Picture Released

2008-10-30T16:06:00.001-07:00

Tippmann releases new Tippmann Pistol information for dealers. Please see their release below:

"We at Tippmann are amazed at the number of posts and online discussions regarding the pistol we will be launching soon. Recently, an unauthorized photo was taken and then distributed on the web. We have asked a number of web sites to take down the prototype photo because of the poor image quality. As a T-Mail user, we are showing you for the first time a new shot of the pistol which is closer to how the final production version will look. But, please bear in mind this is still a prototype.

As a quick update to the pistol design, notice that the CO2 cartridge is located just beneath the barrel. It is not part of the magazine. This helps improve air efficiency, reduces the size of the grip and allows us to provide additional magazines at a great value. When completed, our pistol will have its own unique look and set a new standard for the pistol category in performance and reliability.

Unfortunately, the launch has been delayed for a few months, but we want to thank you for your continued patience – we believe the TPX Pistol will be well worth the wait."

Please remember you can pre-order one of these Tippmann pistols for the very first release in the next few months.

Paintball Is a Family Recreational Sport

2008-10-21T23:57:00.000-07:00

Paintball is an exciting and fun activity. Many have heard that it is an extreme sport. To the contrary, many paintball parks are designed for the whole family. Like any sport, paintball has various levels and types of games to play. One of my favorites is woods ball. As a boy, I used to go hunting with my father. These days, hunting animals is just not what I want to do anymore. I would rather buy my food and hunting has become extremely expensive. Paintball gives me the same feeling of excitement and accomplishes what I am looking for in a weekend recreational activity.

.Paintball is a family sport.

Many people do not realize how much fun paintball can be for the whole family. Let 's face it we grew up fighting our siblings and what better way to have fun then to put a paintball right on her target. But, you brothers out there should beware, the women I see playing paintball are fast, sharp shooters and may just send 15 balls per second your way! Our trips to the paintball park are always a great way for my son and I to spend the day together.

. Do not fear the paintball game itself.

Most people fear paintball because they think it is going to hurt. While the occasional welt may happen, check your gear and wear proper clothing and you will be protected. It is like any other sport. Protect yourself to the comfort level you have. My son wears a chest and back protector, a full coverage paintball goggle, paintball gloves, paintball jersey and paintball pants. All of these are designed to give you comfort and protection when playing.

.Try all the paintball games.

There are many types of paintball games. Not everyone likes baseball. But, many of us play slow pitch in our adult lives. Paintball is no different. You can choose speedball, which is what most of the tournament players and kids love. You can also choose woods ball where you get to try your hand at flushing out the enemy in a camouflaged hiding spot. There are scenario games where you may be able to be a sniper or capture a criminal holding a hostage.

. Buy quality gear.

In every sport I know of, the biggest reason people often get frustrated or give up is that they do not have the proper gear. This should be done after either renting or starting with an inexpensive set of gear. Then after you have experienced the game for a little while, upgrade your paintball guns and gear to the style of play you are comfortable playing.

The main point of this article is to remove some of the fear of paintball and strongly encourage you to try it! Like other sports, it helps me forget about the daily stresses of life and enjoy some fun time with my family. After you erase your fears and decide to go, ask some friends that play to fill you in on what to expect. Rent some equipment or buy an inexpensive starter kit. An all inclusive paintball starter kit including a paintball gun (paintball marker which is the same thing) can be found online for less than $100.00. Compare that to the $10.00 to $20.00 you will pay for each rental. Protect yourself so that you are not afraid of playing the game. Then count on playing several games in the future to hone your skills and having a blast paintballing your friends and family!

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Paintballs, What's Going On?

2008-10-19T22:02:00.000-07:00

Over the past few months you have probably noticed that many stores and online paintball stores have been changing their paintball line up. How come? Well, over the summer a lot of mergers happened and so the brands we have been using are going away.

How and why has this happened? Well it started with Archon. They started to work with American Paintball Supply. Archon was supplying the Zap, Chronic, Proball, Ink'd, Spank and others. American Paintball Supply was mainly using their own line developed and produced by Procaps. This was the Origin line like Classic, Signature, Basic Training. American was also supplying Black Lotus and Bushido from overseas.

When American joined forces with Archon, they took their line of Origon to Archon. Then soon after the big news came. Procaps, from Canada that produces the Draxxus line of Blaze, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Rec Sport, Triumph, Midnight and Frostbite bought out or merged with Archon. As you can imagine, they no longer had a need to compete with themselves. In addition, they partnered with American Paintball Supply to continue distributing. American needed to have the Origin line produced again and now they had to return to Procaps.

Naturally Procaps needed to consolodate their line and so here is the fallout. American Paintball Supply dropped the importation of Bushido and Black Lotus. They returned their line to Procaps. So, we will continue to see at least Basic Training and possibly Origin Classic. Most others from the Origin line have been dropped.

Archon paint like Spank and Chronic have been dropped. These are no longer available. Of course surviving are all of the Draxxus line. Procaps will continue to produce the Draxxus line and the others may survive, or be dropped, depending on their popularity.

Tippmann Pistol Update

2008-10-06T23:09:00.000-07:00

Here is the latest information we received from Tippmann. It is not much but gives us a little more information than last time.

"Tippmann’s new Pistol is on track for a fall delivery with a design that is lightweight, compact, 68 caliber and features Tippmann’s durability and reliability.

There has been a lot of speculation about the design but here is what we can tell you. The pistol is an original Tippmann design using proprietary technology. It will be magazine fed, have a tight grip and a lightweight trigger pull. Please watch your email for more news later this fall."

We will keep you posted as soon as we here any additional information.