03 Sep
The New Style in Custom Paintball Jerseys
Posted in Paintball Tips and Information on 03.09.10
ekonon http://www.flickr.com/photos/57353482@N00/14035932
For some time now custom paintball jerseys have been the preferred jersey worn by amateur, semi-pro and professional paintball players alike. Custom jerseys not only allow for a team to be immediately recognized on or off the field and in photographs on popular paintball website but custom jerseys also allow teams to place logos of any participating sponsors on their jerseys. Most if not all custom paintball jerseys are manufactured using a process of sublimation in which the design for the custom jersey is done using Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator and then printed to sublimation paper. The design is then transferred to the fabric (essentially raw white material) and then stitched together to complete the custom jersey.
When custom paintball jerseys first became available the most featured part of the jersey was the design, the artwork, which made each jersey a one-of-a-kind. The entire selling point of the jersey wasn’t the quality of the jersey, what kind of materials were used to make the jersey or the method in which the jersey was constructed. Artwork and design sold paintball jerseys. The standard custom paintball jersey has been made by a lot of different companies over the years and while graphic artists may have gotten better in how they design jerseys one thing hasn’t changed. The standard custom paintball jersey manufactured by most companies is plain, poorly constructed with inferior fabrics and is not meant to last beyond a few games.
Recognizing a problem, Xternal Sports sought to revolutionize the way custom paintball jerseys were designed, engineered and constructed. With the introduction of the Pro-Style Paintball Jersey, players of all abilities were able to finally purchase a custom paintball jersey that was intended to last. Of the many things that are different between the Xternal Sports Pro-Style Jersey and other company’s standard paintball jersey is first and foremost the padding. While some companies have tried to include padding into the paintball jerseys there hasn’t been a company yet that has managed to embed the padding in the jersey in such a way that is durable, long-lasting and comfortable without unnecessary bulk. Also, most companies that include padding in their paintball jersey only include the padding in few area.
The Pro-Style Custom Paintball Jersey features padding that is stitched into the jersey in the chest and shoulder area as well as the upper and forearm. The unique pattern in which the padding is stitched makes the padding conform to the player which makes moving around in the jersey easy. The sleeves of the jersey also feature a unique two-piece design which makes the sleeves more durable meaning they will last longer and protect the player from turf-burns when sliding on the playing surface. The Pro-Style Jersey also features a radically different collar design that not only looks better but is actually designed to be more comfortable than the standard collar available on most paintball jerseys.
Xternal Sports specializes in custom jerseys for paintball, baseball, motocross and other jerseys.
Mail this post
digitalpictures.at http://www.flickr.com/photos/32744156@N06/3057060112
Paintball is one of the extreme sports. Once someone starts playing him or she may not like to stop at all. Players require money to play safe game. It is possible to play safe paintball game and get fun only when he or she has enough money in possession. A part of the money will be utilized for quality paintball gear including the paintball markers.
Deciding the Paintball Type
Ordinarily there are two types of paintball games. One of them is “woodsball” and the other one is “speedball”. However, there are multiple sub categories for these two main categories. While the former is played in woods the later is played in the inflatable bunkers. At the same time it is necessary to carry the proper paintball gear ensuring safe play. In fact it is safety that counts in the game of paintball.
Priority of Purchase
One of the first purchases would be the paintball mask. It should be well fitted for the user and should offer accurate amount of coverage for them. Using thermal lens masks helps because masks often become fogged. Ordinarily there are two types of paintball games. One of them is woodsball and the other one is speedball. However, there are multiple sub categories for these two main categories. While the former is played in woods the later is played in the inflatable bunkers. At the same time it is necessary to carry the proper paintball markers ensuring safe play. In fact it is safety that counts in the game of paintball.
Well Fitted Gear
Naturally the first purchase would be the paintball mask. It should be well fitted for the user and should offer accurate amount of coverage for them. Using thermal lens masks helps because masks often become fogged. Masks are great protection against caliber paintballs that could be dangerous to open eyes and faces.
Protective Measures
At times while playing with equipments like the caliber paintballs it would be good wearing protective clothing to prevent injuries and irritating feelings. Moreover the protection is not only from the paintballs but also from sweat and other irritating components. But the most important protective measure would be to chronograph the market to the acceptable levels of below 300 FPS. While bruising might still result, it will reduce the chances of larger harms to the body due to impact.
Last but not the least; do not forget the barrel cover, a great protective device.
Dedicated to satisfaction of the customer Sureshotpaintballguns.com has a rare collection of paintball guns , grenade launchers as well as accessories such as the caliber paintball that can change the character of the game.
 | US $59.95 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 3:47:00 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $59.95 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
Zac Wong http://www.flickr.com/photos/27423327@N08/2606335926
The paintball barrel is just as crucial as the paintball gun itself used to propel the paintball through the barrel. Without a proper suitable paintball barrel, a player, regardless of his experience and good aim, will find it very hard to hit the target within time. A high quality barrel and paint to bore match will significantly increase the accuracy and the ball on ball precision, very important in the world of paintball. With this article we will offer a few tips regarding how to choose a paintball barrel.
1. Set up a budget and stick to it. You need to know that barrels can be bought as a single barrel or as a kit. The first ones cost around 40-50 dollars while the kits go from 75 dollars up to 175 dollars for the complete models.
2. Now, choosing the barrel type. You need to answer yourself the following question: do you need a single barrel or a barrel kit? The kit will allow the player to match the size of the barrel bore. The bore is the distance inside the barrel. The paint size varies from .683 to .696 which means that the correct paint to match the barrel will give you the much needed maximum accuracy.
3. Choosing the length of the barrel. A shorter barrel will give the player more mobility while the longer barrels will provide more accuracy. Most of the paintball players use 12″-14″ barrels. Of course, there are some players that enjoy using a 16″ barrel in woods, but you need to know that these types of barrels require more gas to propel the paintball. More than 16″ is overkill, at least in our opinion and there is a great drop in accuracy in a 10″ barrel. The choice is up to you of course.
4. Barrel kits. Such kits allow the paintball player to chance back bores and front lengths. The more experienced paintball players use these kits as they provide the best accuracy with any given paint. Here are some recommended barrel kits that paintball players use on a regular basis:
a) Powerlyte Sceptor (2000 series);
b) JJ Edge;
c) Smart Parts Freak (stainless steel inserts);
d) Dye Ulralite;
e) TI Longbow.
5. If you consider that a barrel kit is out of your price range, you need to start looking for a reliable single barrel. Here are a few examples of good single barrels:
a) J&J Ceramic – has a Teflon/ceramic coating to help the barrel clean better through ball breaks;
b) Lapco Bigshot – a rather loud to some but a great barrel for the price;
c) CP .689 – a rather popular barrel by a good company.
6. If by any chance you find someone that has the barrel you are planning on purchasing, give it a try on the paintball field. You must check for accuracy and marker balance.
7. The last obvious step would be to purchase the desired product. Check at your local paintball store, online shops and in paintball forums.
Good luck.
Skirmish paintball services can be acquired at www.skirmish-paintball.co.uk, where information about kids kent paintball is available.
 | US $19.99 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 1:25:15 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $19.99 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
Zac Wong http://www.flickr.com/photos/27423327@N08/2605616429
CO2 can exist as a liquid and a gas; and your air tank can be filled with a combination of both at any given time. Obviously, your paintball gun uses it as a gas for power, however when liquid CO2 enters the valve of your marker, it can not only cause unpredictable spikes in velocity, but it can also damage the o-rings inside your gun. The velocity spikes from liquid CO2 will cause your marker to shoot erratically, causing some balls to lob, some to short normal and some to fall short.
There are several ways to avoid getting liquid into your paintball gun. The first thing to do is to point your marker upwards when you’re not shooting it; keeping your gun from pointing downward will keep the liquid CO2 in the rear of the tank. Some paintball guns come with angled ASAs; this is a part on the handle/grip of the gun that angle the CO2 tank downward, keeping the tip of the marker up. You can also install a piece called an ‘anti-siphon’; this helps to allow only air into your paintball gun. You can also upgrade with an expansion chamber or regulator; this acts as an extra chamber that will catch any liquid before it gets into the gun.
If liquid CO2 has entered your paintball marker, you will know because visible white jets exit out of the barrel when you shoot. If this happens, simply point your barrel up towards the sky and shoot your gun about 10 times until the white ‘snow’ jets quit coming out. Then don’t point it downward for a while so no more liquid can get in. Make carrying your paintball gun (with your barrel pointing up) like this a habit and you will get less liquid in it.
CO2 tanks used for paintball guns are called ‘Pin Valve Tanks’. They are cheap, easy to find and quick to fill. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Sizes of CO2 tanks is referred to by the amount of CO2 (the combination of liquid and gas) that the tank is designed to hold. The smallest refillable CO2 cylinder for paintball markers is 30 grams, while the largest most common is 20 ounces. Some CO2 tanks hold the same amount of air but have different shapes; for example some 9oz. tanks are long and narrow (shaped like a cigar) while others look like a small version of a 20oz. tank.
You can get your CO2 tanks refilled in a number of different places. Commercial paintball parks/fields always have air tank refill stations. Wal-Mart used to have a great CO2 tank exchange program and many players relied on this, however for some reason the retail giant has chosen ‘air soft’ instead of paintball and no longer offers this service. You may also find CO2 tank refills at commercial air tank supply companies; find out where your local hospital gets their tanks refilled. Gun or firearm stores also tend to offer tank refills (for air guns they may sell). Also consider checking with your local fire department or even a fire extinguisher supply company if you have one close to you. Bass Pro Shops also offer this service in case you live close enough to one of these outlet stores.
When refilling your CO2 tank, make sure it’s completely empty; you cannot ‘top off’ your tank. If you haven’t emptied your tank completely, you will need to use up more air before getting it filled. It’s best to let the people you take it to refill your tank. There is a slight element of danger involved with filling a CO2 tank and it’s smartest to let someone do it for you who has experience. If you invest in a refill station, go somewhere who fills tanks to learn the proper safety procedures first.
Decide on what size CO2 tank to buy based on it’s length, weight and how many shots it will give you. The number of shots you get is not exact; it depends on many factors (like the type of paintball marker you use, outside temperature, etc.). As an estimate, here are how many shots different sized CO2 tanks will offer…
4 oz. – 150-200 shots
9 oz. – 450-500 shots
12 oz. – 500-600 shots
20 oz. – 600-650 shots
When buying a CO2 tank, your best bet is to purchase them new. Use extreme caution when buying a used CO2 tank! It might look like new on the outside but there could be defects on the inside that’s not visible to the naked eye. New CO2 tanks are very affordable with the largest size usually costing under $30. Used CO2 tanks can be dangerous to use and should be ‘hydrotested’. Hydrotesting is a safety procedure that tests the integrity of your tank and whether it’s safe to get refilled. If you own a CO2 tank for more than a year (and plan on continuing with it), you should have it hyrotested. This procedure however, is fairly expensive and it’s generally more cost effective to simply buy a new tank.
If you insist on using a used tank, do not try to refill or use a CO2 tanks that appears damaged with dents or deep scratches. Unscrew your tank slowly and carefully from your paintball gun or remote line to make sure nothing happens to the threads on the tank and avoid dropping it. If you notice the tank is starting to unscrew from it’s valve (brass part), stop right away! If a pressurized tank comes off the valve, it can become a missile and can easily cause injury or even death. Incidents like this are extremely rare, but it never hurts to be too careful. Always allow a professional to install new parts to your CO2 tank.
Taking proper care of your CO2 tank is easy and will prolong it’s life and safety of use. Apply oil to your tank o-ring every now and then and replace the o-ring if you notice it’s drying out, warped or has any cracks or frays. Extra CO2 tank o-rings are cheap and easy to come by; make sure you have some extra to keep this part of your tank fresh for a better seal. It’s also smart to purchase a thread-saver cap to protect the threads on top of your tank from getting bent/messed up. Never force a tank in or out of your paintball marker; crossthreading your tank into the ASA can be expensive to repair. Store your CO2 tank in a cool, temperature regulated environment; do not keep your tank next to a heat source – the CO2 can expand in the tank and cause it to malfunction or even become a safety hazard. If you have something installed on your tank (like a new valve or an on/off switch), make sure the loc-tight is totally dry before using it.
Overall, CO2 tanks are cheap, easy to maintain and generally last a long time if you take care of them. If you use your tank regularly, consider buying a new one every year regardless of what it looks like. The best way to protect against scratches and dings is to purchase a tank cover; these will greatly prolong the life of your tank. Knowing more about the properties of CO2 and how to take care of your tank will make your tank investment last longer and allow you to focus more on playing paintball than dealing with problems.
Dan Levesque is the owner and operator of a successful online paintball retail store, http://www.choicepaintballguns.com.
Mail this post
Zac Wong http://www.flickr.com/photos/27423327@N08/2606361358
The world of extreme sport saw the dawning of new and cutting edge games such as the custom paintball and air soft. Custom paintball is one strategic and military – orientated game which requires not only physical abilities and endurance, but also psychological and psychology conditioning. Custom paintball has pre-requisites so that players would experience high level of performance in their game.
What custom paintball gear is critical to have?
Custom paintball guns are paintball gears which a lot of fans spend a large amount of their cash on. There are different relying of paintball guns depending on the user’s discretion and private, distinct desires. As an example, the player’s style and methods in playing the game is an important determinant as to the kind of new or used paintball marker to purchase.
What sorts of plan are you use in custom paintball?
It’s important that the gun has a quicker way of loading paint for faster shooting. Many upgrade marker kits are available for better performance, but to be more effective, there are other guns which are more fitted to your requirements without the pricey upgrades.
Another style of combat is a sniper type system or attack. In this case, a gun that can assure more accuracy from distant places or locations is of utmost option. A pump sniper paintball gun is OK for this need and style. A good magazine for your marker similarly plays an imperative role. Other stuff to consider are upgradability, manufacturer and comfort in using this equipment in the period of your game.
What are important features of a custom paintball?
For instance, you must have a selection of upgrade options for your custom paintball gun. This means it can keep up with the constant and growing need of its user at any point in time. Likewise, it’s important that your gun is very much in compatibility to your body system therefore comfy to use. Finally , the brand of producer of your marker should be reliable enough in manufacturing top of the range custom paintballs.
Likewise , web stores also offer great lines of paintball gears and necessities.
Custom paintballs have definitely taken the sector of sports by force, and in a brief period, short time period, that is. Therefore, it is always imperative to consider accessing them with great discretion and smart judgment.
Author Bio
 | US $7.50 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 3:10:05 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $7.50 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
Getting serious about paintball? Organizing weekend games would possibly not be doing the trick anymore and if you are like lots of paintball enthusiasts out there then it might be time to bring your game to a totally new level. What are your options? You can start a local tournament or maybe register a paintball organization. But if you wish to take things beyond just play then perhaps it’s time you join a professional league. NPPL paintball or the nation’s Pro Paintball League has evolved into one of the most premiere leagues in paintball. The league has been growing rapidly and attracting thousands of players from all over the country. This is maybe the best location for you and your buddies to strut your stuff so as to speak.
NPPL paintball is one the 2 biggest organized paintball competitions that travel across America each year. It’s the most famous and largest seven-man paintball competition in America. It holds 5 main paintball events each year and opens t registration to all paintball enthusiasts of all levels and ages.
The NPPL paintball contest draws players not only due to the money prize but also the prospect of climbing up the tiers into higher ranks until becoming authorized executives. The contests ranking scheme is descending and are as follows:
D3
D1
Players are sorted out in in these divisions to make sure that skills are matched proportionally and eventualities like professional groups being fighting against amateur groups will not occur. The regular NPPL season often starts around March and finishes on October with games being played each month.
The NPPL paintball tournament field is regulated at the standard of 180 feet length and 100 feet width. Each team side has a start box with the team flag which both 7 man team will consider their home base. Rules sensible it pretty much matches the standard capture-the-flag paintball game rule set, the main twist is that there’s a referee who oversees the full event.
Getting into a professional league like NPPL paintball is the following best step if you are prepared to bring your game to a new and more difficult paintball playing field.
Author Bio
 | US $7.50 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 3:10:01 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $7.50 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
28 Aug
Milsim Military style paintball guns – Military style paintball markers
Posted in Paintball Tips and Information on 28.08.10
Cajie http://www.flickr.com/photos/50231560@N00/3352373428
Is it me or all these paintball guns you see on the fields lately all looking the same nowadays? Have you laid eyes on these military style paintball guns yet? Hold on, lemme back up about 15 years or so. I remember back in the early ’90s as a high schooler, me and my nerdy buddies would get together on weekends and head on down to the local indoor paintball field with our Tracer pump-action guns and play all day long, both days of the weekend. The sport has changed dramatically since those days, both in price and the caliber (no pun intended) of the playing equipment. Heck, they even have their own “lingo” these days.
But the markers (guns), oh my god. These things are crazy. RAP4.com has the most unbelievable evolution of paintball guns I have ever seen. I’ve seen some of these crazy “home grown” guns, but the military style paintball markers on this site are as close to the real thing as you can get. They’ve got everything you could want for the look and feel of real weapons systems. I can’t name them all, but they’ve got AK-47′s, MP-5s, M-4s, a huge selection of replica handguns. All are available in .68 caliber, and alot of them are available in the smaller .43 caliber. The really cool thing about the “assault rifles” is that the air tanks can be incorporated into the butt-stock for a completely authentic look, and are available in magazine-fed set up. Talk about a rig! They are constructed of metal to simulate the look and functionality of the military duty weapon. All are customizable with accessory rails where you can add sights, scopes, flashlights, and red-dot laser sights. Interested yet? Read on.
So far I’ve only mentioned the military style paintball guns. Oh, I forgot, they also make the Browning .30 cal machine gun, and the SAW 249. I was floored when I saw those things. Shoot someone with paint? You could paint a barn with those! But anyway, not only do they have guns, they also have hand grenades. Land-mines your thing? Claymores? They got ‘em. All 1:1 scale and 100% aesthetically real looking. Projectiles are a blast (again, no pun intended) and they’ve got those too. Imagine a paintball RPG. I laugh every time I even say it. It’s just so cool.
All of RAP4.com’s stuff doesn’t go bang, and they offer much more than military style paintball markers. In fact, alot of the stuff is made for stealth. Whether playing paintball or training police, military, or security personnel, communication is key. Enter the Navy Seal throat mic system. It’s exactly what you think of when you hear it. And that little hunnie comes with a remote PTT switch you can run down your arm and to your weapon, so you can stay ready while communicating. A complete line of clothing, holsters, slings, leg and arm pouches, all in camo or black for whatever environment you’re playing or training in. Face paint, Ghillie (or however you spell it) suits. I’m telling you, they have everything. If it’s related to paintball and it’s tactical, RAP4.com has it.
27 Aug
The Paintball Game: Evolution of the Gun and Game
Posted in Paintball Tips and Information on 27.08.10
heath_bar http://www.flickr.com/photos/29789073@N00/3669981163
The evolution of the game has been swift from its origins in the 70s to the modern game we know today. It all started with the paintball gun; the term “marker” is a much newer term introduced to make the sport more marketable to the masses. So, what is the history of this relatively new sport and how has it evolved over three decades?
The first paintball guns were used on cattle ranches in the 1970s to single out animals from the herd. James Hale, of Daisy manufacturing , invented a gun for this purpose.
This practice soon evolved into a game and the first ever recreational paintball game took place in June 1981 in New Hampshire, USA. A group of friends used Nel-Spot 007s to play a very basic form of the game over a massive area to capture the flag.
One of the earliest guns available was the Splat Master; it was made entirely of plastic. It could hold ten paintballs, was powered by small co2 cylinders and had a slow fire rate. The gun had to be tilted back to drop each paintball into the firing chamber and cocked by pushing a button on the handle.
The paintball game was first marketed by Charles Gaines, a writer, as National Survival Game- NSG. It started in a very primitive form with players working individually rather than in teams. As the game evolved over time, the rules became more sophisticated and teams became a matter of course. Different types of games sprung up, but the “capture the flag” principle was the most popular.
As the paintball game developed, so did the need for a more sophisticated gun. The pump action marker was introduced with its increased rate of fire.
Caleb Strong opened the first outdoor commercial paintball field in Rochester in 1982. Two years later he opened an indoor version in Buffalo. The development of the commercial industry allowed for more organised, tournament style games and interest in the sport accelerated. The games became more exciting as smaller fields made the action quicker.
The gun continued to evolve in line with the paintball game. As the need for speed increased, the introduction of the 12 ounce co2 tank with its constant air was a major breakthrough.This in turn led to the advent of the semi-automatic gun with its incredible fire rate. Then followed the electric hopper to cope with the fire power of the semi-automatics.
Private and commercial fields are everywhere today as the sport has attracted a huge following. Whilst most players will only ever compete at a recreational level, professional teams compete at a national and international level with prizes worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. The National Professional Paintball League was founded in 1992 and is the major force in the professional tournament circuit.
Professional players today are using fully automatic computerized markers. The Angel was the first of its kind. It was equipped with a motherboard in the gun’s handle offering a selection of different modes of fire.
There is no reason to believe that the paintball game has completed its evolution. It has come a long way from the cattle ranches of thirty years ago, but it is fair to assume that the sport has not finished its journey just yet.
Hawksbill Paintball
Hawksbill Sports was established by players, for players. Our goal is to give you the products you need to enjoy the sport of paintball. We have low prices and fast shipping and promise the best customer service you can find anywhere. For more information about paintball guns and other accessories, go to:
http://www.hawksbillpaintball.com
Hawksbill Paintball
Hawksbill Sports was established by players, for players. Our goal is to give you the products you need to enjoy the sport of paintball. We have low prices and fast shipping and promise the best customer service you can find anywhere http://www.hawksbillpaintball.com
 | US $7.50 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 3:10:01 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $7.50 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
heath_bar http://www.flickr.com/photos/29789073@N00/3669986363
Paintballs can be found at many prices all the way from the more expensive, tournament grade paintballs, to the cheaper ones suitable for recreational paintball games and practice.
The more you pay for the paintball, the better it will be. Expensive paintballs will be more accurate and don’t break as easily as the cheaper brands do. The expensive ones have uniform size and shape. They travel farther and don’t curve and the paint shows up better. More expensive paint balls don’t sting as much when they hit you. Cheaper balls are often misshapen and not entirely round. They may have dimples that cause them to drift to the right or left making accuracy an issue. They will sometimes break in the barrel instead of resisting the pressure and breaking on your opponent.
Some of the manufacturers that make tournament grade paintballs are Diablo, Evil, Nelson, and Core. The content of these balls are different than those used for recreational paintball. The shell is made from a very thin shelled gelatin that won’t break inside the barrel of the gun. The paint inside the paintball in these brands is newer and brighter so it can be seen easily even with goggles or a mask on.
There are cheaper paintballs that can be bought but the materials used to make them are not as good as the more expensive ones. The paint is often older and doesn’t show up as well or may crack. The paint is often harder to clean. If you are using paintballs for practice or for recreational games don’t hesitate to purchase the cheaper ones but if you are serious about your game, go for the better balls.
Some manufacturers make specialty paintballs. There ones that glow in the dark for use in night games. These are pretty expensive but worth it if you are going to play in the dark. You can also get winterized and non winterized paintballs. You are starting to find unusual colors in paintballs such as pink. Some paintballs combine 2 different colors.
Core Action Paintballs are a little more expensive than most but boast that the shell breaks on the target instead of inside the barrel. They are sold in a 2000 round box with 4 bags of 500 paintballs each. You can get them for about $45 to $55 per box. Evil Paint balls are a little more expensive at $65. Most tournament grade paint balls will cost you anywhere from $50 to $100 per 2000 round box. Some sell in lots of 500 per box as well.
Monster sells boxes of practice paintballs and you can get a box of 500 for about $15 to $20. Watch eBay for cheaper paint balls as well. There is usually a deal on them there. You will some times see a box of 2000 for $30 or $40.
No one ever said paint ball was cheap. Supplies cost a bit of money but if you are a real enthusiast you can find what you need at a price you can usually afford.
Mike regularly writes for ProlificPaintball.com, they carry such paintball equipment as the EOS paintball gun and the Pinokio Hopper, as well as many other items from a variety of manufacturers.
 | US $8.99 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 3:17:20 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $8.99 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post
ekonon http://www.flickr.com/photos/57353482@N00/14035932
Paintball is swiftly becoming a popular sport all over the world. There are now international competitions with prizes in excess of $100,000. It’s televised on ESPN and you would be hard pressed to not find a paintball field where ever you are. Along with the popularity come books that teach you how to play paintball and give pointers on playing the game as well as reviews on supplies and information on how to create strategies for the game. The following are a few books available on the market today to the paintball enthusiast that will help them develop and improve their game.
The Weekend Warriors is a paperback book by Scott Malensek. This book won’t give you a step by step description of how to play the game. Instead it reads more like a fiction book giving an account of the author’s paintball stories. The author has been a paintball player for many years and the stories span the time from you could only load one paint ball at a time into a paintball gun to today. You might learn something from the escapades of the author and you will learn strategies and what to do if something similar happens to you. The stories relayed in the book puts the reader into the player’s brain giving them insight and enabling them to solve problems on the field.
The Complete Guide to Paintball by Steve Davidson is another paperback that is a must read for paintball enthusiasts. The book gives you pointers and actual drills in order to improve paintball skills. This book gives you newest information on guns and new technology applicable to the game. It also provides information on tournament paintball and there are field listings in the US, Canada and other countries. Learn what to look for in a paintball gun and then read the section on care and maintenance of your equipment. There are over 500 color photos in the book. There is a great deal of detail in the book and it is exceptionally good for a beginner but a seasoned pro will also take away tips of the game. This book will give you an advantage when you play your next game.
50+ Ways to Play with Your Paintballs by Scott Malensek is a paperback that you must read. It gives you variations on games that you have been playing for years and also provides new game ideas. Most of the suggestions are very creative and will create a world in which you can envision yourself while playing a game. Some reviews of the book are less than complimentary stating that the book rambles and says the same thing over and over. Yet, other reviews call the book a valuable asset to anyone that plays paintball.
Gun-fu: the Martial Art of Paintball by Terry Adams depicts paintball as a martial art and explains techniques and strategy and encourages training to improve the game. Chapters detail body positions and psychological preparation for competition. There is even a spiritual flavor given to the game. It is good for the beginner all the way to players that have played the game for decades.
Mike regularly writes for ProlificPaintball.com, they carry such paintball equipment as the SP8 paintball gun and the Tippmann paintball gun, as well as many other items from a variety of manufacturers.
 | US $10.96 End Date: Saturday Sep-04-2010 2:55:02 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $10.96 Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Mail this post