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People play in the rain for the love of paintball and the rain adds so much interest and challenge to the game.

When playing in the rain, everything will be muddy and slippery: consequently running, stopping and crouching will be harder than normal; visibility will be lower; and wind can make paintball courses more difficult. All of these make playing paintball challenging which is exactly shat paintball fanatics look for; the action and the thrill!

Here are guidelines so you can enjoy your paintball game on a rainy day:

1. Put on something that keeps water off of your body, such as a raincoat, “slicker”, waterproof clothing or even plastic garbage bags. It is very important that you stay dry so you don’t shiver as this will affect your mobility, accuracy and can be very uncomfortable.

Remember to cover your head too. Wear any waterproof covering but make certain that water will not be sliding down your face and cause fog to form on your goggles. Wiping the fog from your goggles each time you pause behind a tree or a bunker can distract from your concentration on the game. 

2. Take paper towels with you. The lens on your mask, even if it is a thermal type of lens, will fog up and paper towels come in handy; you can just wipe off the fog. Do keep in mind that you should turn away from the action – in a “sitting duck” (crouch) position – before you wipe the fog from your mask.

3. Wear boots or cleats instead of sneakers to keep your feet from getting wet. 

4. Wear gloves to prevent cold and wet hands.

5. Having a soaked paintball can be really frustrating. You should pack extra garbage bags for use as spare coverings. These can be used to cover your gear and function as a raincoat in emergencies. Huge plastic transparent bags also are great for covering the head, hoppers and the gun. You can effectively turn your gun into a waterproof weapon by simply covering it with plastic and securing it with rubber bands.

6. Shooting on a rainy day is much more different than the typical “hose down”. Consider the amount of barrel smoke that will be produced even when using HPA. Bring along an “unported barrel” if you happen to have one. Porting allows water to get into the barrel resulting in twisting shots.

There are really so many ways to add thrill to your paintball game: just allow your imagination to run wild and experiment with things. Have fun in the rain!

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You may have the most expensive and most powerful paintball gun but you must realize that there’s more to the game than just fire power.

Paintball is among the top sports that bring solidarity and sportsmanship in different competitions worldwide. It is also ranked as among the most popular and the most motivating games for sports enthusiasts.

The game pumps adrenaline into your blood stream and makes you excited to make the hits and win the tournament. Below are some tips which can make your game better:

• Be Optimistic- Paintball games are battles which at the end have victors and losers. You win the game and that’s excellent but you cannot win them all. There will be instances when you have to look at the game from the losing end. Accept the defeat and look back at the things that you and your team can improve on. You will always have another chance to score those wins.

• Value Experience – like any other sport, paintball teaches you a lot. In terms of strategies, equipment, team work. Treat each game as a learning experience, making improvement as one of your top goals

• Not for Solo- paintball is a team game. Battles are won when a team plays as a team. It will be great if you can cover for other players and in turn they will cover for you when you make your move.

• Fight and do not hide- Hiding will help you survive but it will not contribute to conquering your opponents. If you hide you take out the excitement of dodging enemy fire and firing in return.

• Don’t Surrender- at one point of the game, the odds may not be in your favor but do not ever think of surrendering to save yourself from being shot. Think of the ultimate goal. Think that it is still not impossible to turn things around.

When playing the game one must understand that it is not about how long you will stay alive in the field, it is the kind of game that you bring into the battle for your team.

Paintball as a Team Game

No guts, no glory. It takes more than the determination of every individual to win games. You must remember that the team must work like a well oiled war machine to win battles.

It takes practice to make maneuvers effective for the team. Through practice you will be able to lessen casualties and be more efficient with your attack. Here are some steps on how to be successful on the field:

• Discuss – No team goes to a battlefield without tackling the basic issues that they will confront. Talk about the mission, the objectives, and plan how you will accomplish the win.

• Dry-run- It will be very helpful if there will be dry-runs of combat maneuvers so everyone will know what to do in the field. It doesn’t have to be on the battle field but it can be on your backyard or any space which can accommodate the team.

• Half Speed Training- practice your strategies and tactics using soda cans as paintball targets. Think of the soda cans as possible positions of the opposing team.

• Full Speed Training- feel the terrain and move as if you are really in the battle field. It is advisable to do a practice run in the woods if the game rules permit.

Attitude and practice will make the team very efficient on the field. Knowing that you performed your best, win or lose, is what counts at the end of the game.

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Paintball is fast becoming one of the most popular games around. It has become an alternative past time from the usual athletic games being played; and it has become one of the most exciting outdoor sports in the world. Anybody can play paintball, regardless of race, sex, age and social status. It is a game for people who have taste for competition and adventure.

The game combines two of the most popular childhood past times: tag and hide-and-seek, the objective being to capture the flag of the enemy while protecting one’s own.

There are several reasons for the popularity of paintball:

1. It is the team sport that enables one to remove an opponent from the game without being penalized for it. In fact, removing one’s opponent is very much part of the game. It is the survival of the smartest and the quickest.

2. There is a strong sense of danger, not necessarily a physical one. The threat of being removed from the game makes it more exciting for the participants. But since it is only a game, the fear is not enough to make one mentally-incapacitated. With the right safety gear, no one is really in any real danger. It is all in the mind.

3. All players are equal. Experience is the only basis of one’s edge over the other player. Factors such as race, gender and age do not put one ahead of the other.

4. There is a total absence of physical contact. There is no need for a player to manhandle his opponent so that he can be eliminated from the game. One only needs to shoot the opponent, which can be done from a relatively safe distance. Very few injuries and no deaths have resulted from playing paintball.

5. There is no need to be an athlete. Playing paintball does not require extreme physical strength. In fact, the game can be played with very few physical movements.

6.No one really needs to be experienced to enjoy the game. Though it matters, a lot of old-time players find themselves surprisingly eliminated by first-time participants. It is anybody’s game.

7. It is gadget-crazy. Everybody likes gadgets. Paintball requires a lot of them.

Paintball is a very stimulating and exciting sport. Playing the game gives one the chance to renew the inner child in people. It enables one to maximize his sense of adventure, without risking life and limb for that sought-after rush.

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Why would you want to get your paintball team sponsored? The answer is simple: money. You know better than anyone just how expensive paintball equipment can be; if you play paintball often you know how easy it is to blow through a few hundred dollars every time you buy new ammo and equipment. You’ll find this to be totally unnecessary if you can find someone to sponsor you. When you have a sponsor, they will pay you a certain amount of money which you both agree upon. While they may not pay all of your expenses, they will definitely help to lighten the burden.

The catch is that you have to advertise for the company that sponsors you. This way you both get something in return. Companies, usually small businesses that are located in the area, have been sponsoring local teams for decades, usually in sports like baseball and football.

Paintball’s ever increasing popularity is making it just another sport and therefore able to be sponsored. You will find that advertising for your sponsor can be fun and easy. Traditional methods include putting their name and/or logo on your uniforms and equipment, fliers, articles, emails, and distributing promotional information for them at events. If you are not actively seeking out a sponsor, then you are missing out on a great opportunity to make money to support your team, while having fun and doing what you enjoy as well. Of course, getting a sponsor is not always an easy task. In fact, you may even be reluctant to contact local companies and ask them for sponsorship. You will find, however, that as long as you know the correct methods of approaching potential sponsors, it is not difficult to find companies that are willing to cover your expenses.

If you are going to get a sponsor, then you are first going to have to approach a company with your pitch. Honestly, this is the most difficult step of the whole process. You may imagine that most business people are very busy and don’t have time to discuss things that don’t involve them. While this is sometimes true, you will find that the majority of
businesses are willing and even eager to discuss such matters with you. Businesses will be especially happy to talk to you if you have something to offer them, and in this case you do; you have the ability to provide them advertising at a great price.

It can cost businesses a lot of money to promote their business, and paying for your paintball equipment is probably less expensive then their other means of promotion. Not to mention the fact that they will probably get much more exposure from sponsoring your team than they would from the other, more traditional methods. When you look at it this way, you are actually doing these companies a favor by approaching them; it is up to them whether or not they want to take advantage of the great offer you are making.

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The face mask is the most significant protective gear in playing the sport of paintball.  It mainly shields the eyes from balls with a traveling speed of up to three hundred “feet per second”.  Most completely cover the face and the ears, but there are those who prefer to wear goggles, protecting only the eyes.

Paintball masks are designed to absorb any direct shot, from any distance or range. An ordinary pair of goggles will supply only a false sense of security and put one at great risk since it they are not constructed to block a paintball. All paintball mask manufactures measure up to DOT safety criteria and safety standards.

The choice of the mask’s material is of significance.  There are masks made of different material from rubber, plastic to foam. It is a wise idea to buy your own face mask rather then renting one. It should be the first equipment purchased before playing paintball.  Be sure to properly test the fit of the mask to your face and make sure that you can see clearly so you can well and enjoy your game. The lens is the mask’s most significant quality, so check it carefully; then examine the foam and see if it is comfortable to wear and the design is attractive

1. Typically, paintball masks will have either non-thermal or thermal lens or be anti-fog for fog resistance: these do not need an anti for agent applied to the lens to perform their function.  These thermal lenses will cost more but they are a good choice because they just won’t fog up.

2. The foam in a paint ball mask is an important factor to consider, as it can determine your level of comfort. For instance, a “Vforce Armor” is a neoprene type of foam – a type of foam that is considered a good foam, but it is uncomfortable. The “Vforce Shield” and “Vforce Profiler” is and open cell and two layer foam which is very comfortable to wear.  The open cell foam can be compared to a memory foam that is used in pillows.

3. Style is another factor.  There are masks that are more expensive even when the foam and lens are the same quality as cheaper models, but the difference is in the style of the mask.

Choose wisely and never sacrifice cost over quality; your safety should always come first!

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Having the markers, tanks, guns, vests and other equipment complete the excitement when you plan to play paintball.  But little do others know that it is the small and simple things that count even before the game begins.  Sometimes the little accessories that are locked in a toolbox are all that are needed to complete a paintball game.  A toolbox is the first aid kit of the game; if anything goes wrong that is unexpected or unavoidable, there is no reason to fret.

The gun’s manual: there are instances in the game when the gun has to undergo  “intensive surgery”.  Guns differ from each other regardless of the physical similarities of some.  If that time comes when it needs to be disassembled, the manual can make it easier to put it all back together.  Try to find manuals with problem solving ideas, they really help.

Reserve batteries:  some guns require batteries to function.  It would be such a waste of time if in the middle of the game the batteries died and you could not continue to play so keep new batteries available. 

Allen wrench to the rescue:  some players have either inherited their guns from their friends or bought second-hand guns.  If you did not get a set of Allen wrenches when you bought the gun buy a set from a hardware store and be sure to keep them handy.

Oil ole’!  Make sure that there is a small can of oil for the paintball gun inside the box as well.  Sometimes weather dictates if the gun needs oiling; be sure to get the specific oil type recommended by the manual for the gun.

Mask lens as spare:  when worse comes to worst, mask lens’ will either become blurry or scratched.  Don’t hesitate to replace them if your vision is impaired as this really affects how the game is played.

Squeegee anyone?  Carrying one on the field is enough during a game, so why not bring a replacement if anything goes wrong?  It saves time for playing rather than looking for a squeegee.

Cupseals and reserved O-rings:  some players do not know that O-rings and cup seals can be damaged easily and this will hurt the paintball gun big time so it is a must to replace the cupseal before this happens.

And for the player, always have a neck guard around to save the neck from those disturbing shots that hit your neck.  There may be a team available to do first aid when something goes wrong but it would make sense to carry a personal first aid kit.  Carry around spare basic safety “gadgets” like a mask, gloves, and pads and have a worry free paintball game.

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Having the markers, tanks, guns, vests and other equipment complete the excitement when you plan to play paintball.  But little do others know that it is the small and simple things that count even before the game begins.  Sometimes the little accessories that are locked in a toolbox are all that are needed to complete a paintball game.  A toolbox is the first aid kit of the game; if anything goes wrong that is unexpected or unavoidable, there is no reason to fret.

The gun’s manual: there are instances in the game when the gun has to undergo  “intensive surgery”.  Guns differ from each other regardless of the physical similarities of some.  If that time comes when it needs to be disassembled, the manual can make it easier to put it all back together.  Try to find manuals with problem solving ideas, they really help.

Reserve batteries:  some guns require batteries to function.  It would be such a waste of time if in the middle of the game the batteries died and you could not continue to play so keep new batteries available. 

Allen wrench to the rescue:  some players have either inherited their guns from their friends or bought second-hand guns.  If you did not get a set of Allen wrenches when you bought the gun buy a set from a hardware store and be sure to keep them handy.

Oil ole’!  Make sure that there is a small can of oil for the paintball gun inside the box as well.  Sometimes weather dictates if the gun needs oiling; be sure to get the specific oil type recommended by the manual for the gun.

Mask lens as spare:  when worse comes to worst, mask lens’ will either become blurry or scratched.  Don’t hesitate to replace them if your vision is impaired as this really affects how the game is played.

Squeegee anyone?  Carrying one on the field is enough during a game, so why not bring a replacement if anything goes wrong?  It saves time for playing rather than looking for a squeegee.

Cupseals and reserved O-rings:  some players do not know that O-rings and cup seals can be damaged easily and this will hurt the paintball gun big time so it is a must to replace the cupseal before this happens.

And for the player, always have a neck guard around to save the neck from those disturbing shots that hit your neck.  There may be a team available to do first aid when something goes wrong but it would make sense to carry a personal first aid kit.  Carry around spare basic safety “gadgets” like a mask, gloves, and pads and have a worry free paintball game.

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Paintball is a growing sport that can be played both indoors and outdoors with everyone having their own preference as to which is better. The scenario games are much more fun and really need to be played outside. With the popularity of paintball there are outdoor paintball fields popping up all over and there is sure to be one somewhere near you. The thing that is cool about the larger fields is that there are all kinds of hiding places to use and explore.

Most of the outdoor paintball fields are located in wooded areas or in large open fields that have been modified with buildings, castles, bunkers, junk cars, etc. These are really cool because they help to recreate an urban warfare experience, kind of good training and practice for military guys too.

The type of paintball games played in wooded areas is sometimes called “Woodsball” and is the most realistic form of paintball for most paintball players. When you are playing the sport in the woods it is simulating jungle warfare and you really have to be up on jungle skills. Stealth and camouflage is important is these games and can make or break your success on this type of field. Someone with excellent skills could be lying right next to you and you wouldn’t know it until they popped you. On the other side of the coin there are also team variations that are very well played out in wooded scenarios where working together and knowing when to fire and when to duck and cover is crucial.

There are fields being developed now called scenario fields which are mostly played at commercial paintball locations with the most popular being the urban assault fields. These fields are made up of false structures many times resembling multiple story buildings with window cutouts to make for easy sniper shooting. They also will feature junked cars to hide behind and many other urban related objects. These types of games play out extremely fast and are always full of action and adventure.

Still another type of field is the speedball field with numerous bunkers all over. Most of these fields are lager although the smaller ones can be fun to play with the bunkers closer together which causes continual firefights from start to finish. If you intend to play on this type of field you need to have excellent awareness and good peripheral vision to keep from being hit quickly and put out of the game. The way the bunkers are placed usually will not give you full cover so you constantly have to move and adjust your position.

Whether you choose to play indoors or outdoors, wooded field or on a scenario field one thing is for sure, you will have fun.

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Scenario paintball is an incredibly fun variation of paintball where the game is based on missions that recreate real historical missions or fictional missions that are designed to accomplish specific goals. In a typical scenario paintball game each group has its own command base camp which is surrounded by protective bunkers. A team commander is assigned to plan on the best way to accomplish the assigned mission.

The majority of scenario paintball games are played by following a storyline which usually has two or more opposing armies. In most games a point system is used and the team with the highest points at the end of the game wins. The points are usually given for things like eliminating an opposing team or for the completion of certain missions. You better have longer than a couple of hours to play a scenario paintball game; they usually last for more than 24 hours!

If you are going to participate in this variation you should being your own communication devices in addition to your normal equipment. Having communication equipment will give you a distinct advantage over teams that don’t have it. Since the games last quite a long time you should also bring camping gear along with warm clothes even if it is warm during the day. Pack enough food and beverages to last you through at least 24 hours so that you don’t get weak from hunger. Check with the organizers of the game to find out exactly what you should bring and how long the duration is expected to be. You may even have to bring tents and sleeping bags.

Another fun part of scenario paintball is the opportunity to play a specific character such as a medic, pilot, demo expert, or even a general. In some cases you may even get the chance to be a double agent or a spy. Usually everyone is given a card before the game that tells you who you are to be in the game and also identifies what team you are with.

Guns called military simulation paintball guns are generally the type used in this type of game. As a matter of fact the majority of gear used in these games simulate actual military equipment such as bazookas. I have even seen a paintball tank!

You don’t have to be a high level player to be able to participate either, most of the time it is open to all levels of players as long as they have the proper equipment.

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Don’t like being called a newbie? Tip number one: don’t act like a newbie. New paintball players sometimes don’t realize that the game is only fun if you’re well prepared. But get the right outfit, the right gun, and have a basic idea of what you’re doing, and you’ll be fine.

First and foremost, goggles. Wear them. Get the ones specifically made for paintball. Get high-grade ones. Make sure they fit. Because if you get shot in the face and get paint in your eyes because you neglected to wear goggles, you never know how badly your vision could be compromised—and if the resulting injury is bad, you might not be able to play paintball again. After you get the goggles, know how to take care of them. This is true of all of your equipment. Take care of your stuff, and your stuff will take care of you.

Remember to tailor your clothes to the place you’ll be playing. Don’t show up to a dark wooded area in a bright yellow jumpsuit or else you’ll be covered in more paint splatters than a Pollack painting. Get a good pair of shoes that are worn in. No one wants to go home with blisters. Get something to cover your face. A mask, perhaps, or go bandito style with a bandana. Paint can be sticky, and it’s easier to clean if it’s not all over your skin.

Then there’s the weapon-of-choice. Paintball guns, also called “markers,” and they are almost as many different kinds of guns as there are people who play the game to begin with. They generally look pretty similar in shape. If you’re a new player, try a gun that doesn’t require a lot of steps before being able to shoot. Get started with a simple and cheap gun while you learn how to use it, how to load it, and most importantly, how to take care of it. Plenty of new players start off using expensive, tournament-ready guns, but until you can use your gun properly and know how to clean it better than you can wash your own face, stick with something a little cheaper. That way, if you don’t take care of it, you’re not out as much money when you have to replace it.

Talk to people who have been playing for a long time, see what they suggest for someone who has never played paintball before. Or check it out online. There are plenty forums and websites geared towards putting paintball players together. Ask questions because only a newbie is cocky enough to ignore the potential for advice from people who definitely know better. Don’t be a newbie.

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