Saturday, August 30, 2014

Choosing The Best Paintball Gear

By Mattie MacDonald


Paintball is a fun activity enjoyed by a wide range of people. It can be a great way for companies to enjoy a bit of team building outside the usual work structure. It can also be a fun birthday party or a great way for people to unwind during the weekend and unleash the stress of the working week. Whatever the reason you can come prepared for the fun with the best paintball gear.

The first and most important consideration is your safety. This means that whether renting or purchasing you need a proper mask to start with. From a practical point of view this shields your eyes so that if you get hit with a projectile it will not blind you. In terms of the game having a clear visor makes it easier to see and move around.

Safety is vital during paintball. Make sure that the goggles you wear are securely fastened and never take them off during play. A paintball connecting with your eyes could potentially blind you. Thermal lenses are best for your first game in order to ensure clear vision while playing. With older lenses remember to keep them clean so you can see as clearly as possible.

Broadly speaking there are two main types of paintball. There is Woodball and arguably this is what people tend to think of when they play. This is where people are outside in the woods and firing at each other. As the name suggests this is in a woodland environment so people can often take advantage of that and indeed many experienced players often know where to go to take out unsuspecting beginners.

The reason this is important is because the environment will have an effect on the game. A good example of this is the paint. Some brands of paintball will work better in colder environments and others in hotter temperatures. A quick check online through customer reviews can help with this.

The balls themselves are important to consider. Often a venue will insist that you use theirs. Be wary because some paints will do better in different conditions than others. It is worth reading reviews as this will make it easier to plan for different games and different environments.

The gun or maker is something you need to choose carefully depending on your style. A traditional mechanism will fire one at a time while an electronic device can be adjusted to fire more than one. Alternatively you may prefer to use a pump action. Often this can be a matter of trial and error. It is also important to choose the right gas canisters in order to make sure the marker fires effectively. Most beginners use CO2 to start with and then move on to more advanced models once they become more confident. There are also other accessories such as additional sights that can make targeting more accurate.

In short each aspect of the equipment has to be considered. As you become more experienced you can use more advanced equipment. The best way to find the ideal items to suit your game is to look for customer reviews and feedback online as this will help you find the right equipment to suit your needs.




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