Paintball Team Strategies

by Rooster

So there you are just you and your best buddies, hip deep in the muck. You hear a twig snap, turn too late and you and your buddies are quickly covered in brightly colored paint circles. You've been fragged by the enemy. Even worse, you've been outsmarted by the enemy. It doesn't have to be this way.

You and your team need a strategy. Most paintballers ignore stealth and accuracy and instead focus on movement and firepower. That's their mistake, don't let it be yours. War is war. A battle is a battle. Some of the most brilliant minds in history from Genghis Kahn to General Macarthur have studied and improved the art of battle. Your paintballing experience will be well served if you'll learn from them.

Use a Sniper

Most paintballers do not understand sniper play and most paintballers discount accuracy. They favor movement and firepower. Of course firepower and forceful movement have their place on the paintball field just as they have their place in real combat. But how many times have powerful aggressive forces bogged down in long drawn out shooting matches. This is how Napoleon lost at Waterloo and Hitler lost in Russia. Of course an accurate, long distance shot with a paintball gun is just not in the realm of possibility. However, a well placed ambush sniper can pick your adversary apart after they pass. If your sniper is willing to belly-crawl into position he can get behind or beside the enemy force and pick them apart

Get yourself a good ghillie cape. All paint ball guns have about the same range so, your advantage is in getting closer to your enemy. If your paint gun, mask, and your pod belt are completely camouflaged in ghillie leaf, you'll have a significant advantage in the wooded margins of the battle field. If you're well camouflaged, the opposition will walk right by you without noticing you.

Consider purchasing a good red dot or holographic sight to make your first shots count. Make sure to use raised sight rails or special stocks to give your mask the clearance you'll need. Remember, a good sight will line you up with the target but, you still need to adjust for wind and drop over distance. Paintballs are not nearly as aerodynamic as a long, lean rifle bullet. A good Spyder paintball gun with raised sight rails and a holographic sight will put you at a definite advantage on the paintball field.

Clear, reliable, communication is one of the most important advantages in battle. Invest in good, well built radios for you and your team. Make sure the ear plugs are snug and don't fall out. Also make sure your radios are water resistant or water proof. A failure in communication between you and your team members could spell doom.

Now that you're well equipped, you just need wait for the whistle to blow. When it does, race your sniper into a position on the weak side. Have him place himself a little forward and a little to the side of the probable paths the enemy might take. It is vitally important that your enemy does not see your sniper move into position. Your sniper must be patient and allow the entire element to pass by. Once the enemy is fully committed to the siege, the noise and confusion of battle will provide adequate sound cover for him to begin picking them off one by one. A well hidden sniper can sideline many adversaries before they spot him, especially if he is willing to hold back and go quiet at the proper time. Just by letting the enemy pass by, in the first place, the enemy will be confused, as they fully expect that if someone is near, someone will be shooting at them. If they walk by and nobody fires at them, they become relaxed and assume they're in a safe area. Once, they make that assumption, you pick them off one by one.

The game of paintball is much more than paintball guns, paintball markers and other paintball gear. The mind and the plan are just as important as the equipment, even if you have laid out the bucks for a quality Spyder gun. If you prepare and plan properly, you can rest assured of a good day on the field of battle.

About the Author

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Air bucks! Airguns and paintball are profit builders!

Air bucks! Airguns and paintball are profit builders!
Author: Shooting Industry

Air guns and paintball sell!

Air guns continue to punch out solid profits for gun dealers who cater to a wide number of shooters, from youngsters to seasoned hunters. Ultra-modern airguns are attracting new customers, yet nostalgic models remain strong sellers.

Paintball has suddenly become a must-do sport as it posts impressive growth numbers. Its broad appeal and fast growth have not gone unnoticed in the industry. For the first time, paintball will be included in the SHOT Show (see page 10).

What does it take to enjoy profits from these niche markets? Let's look at paintball first.

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CPSC issues warning for paintball guns

CPSC issues warning for paintball guns
Author: Sea & Shore

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning about paintball guns. The warning is based on CPSC's investigation of two deaths caused by carbon-dioxide (C[O.sub.2]) canisters flying off these guns.

Both deaths occurred because users unscrewed the brass or nickel-plated valve from the canister when removing the canister assembly from a paintball gun. This action turned the pressurized canister into a deadly projectile.

In the first incident, which occurred in June 2003, a 15-year-old boy died after a C[O.sub.2] canister he was removing hit him in the head. The second incident occurred in February 2004, and involved a female bystander. Someone else was removing a canister when it flew loose and hit her. While these investigations aren't complete, the CPSC is issuing this warning to help others avoid the hazard.

"We are very concerned about the recent deaths associated with paintball-gun canisters," said CPSC Chairman Hal Stratton. "... Even though our investigation is not complete, we believe it is urgent to provide this safety message about the valve detaching from the canister while unscrewing it from the paintball gun."

The CPSC also recommends that people make sure any modifications they make to the paintball gun or the C[O.sub.2] canister are done properly. For example, installing anti-siphon tubes involves removing and reinstalling the canister valve. It is critical that the valve be reinstalled with the appropriate adhesive and the proper torque. Follow all these other procedures, too

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Mail carrier target of paintball gun

Mail carrier target of paintball gun
Author: Gazette, The (Colorado Springs)

A Colorado Springs man angry that his pit bull had been pepper- sprayed earlier this week was cited Friday for allegedly shooting a paintball gun at his mail carrier.

Neil Perin, 21, is accused of firing 15 to 20 paintballs at his mail carrier outside his home in the 500 block of West Uintah Street.

The carrier, who was not identified, was not hit by the projectiles, according to Colorado Springs police.

Police surrounded Perin's house, believing he had several pit bulls inside.

Perin, who had complained to the Postal Service about the carrier spraying his dog Wednesday, came outside and denied trying to shoot the carrier.

Perin was cited for "throwing missiles or stones," police said.

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PaintBall Gun Buying Tips

PaintBall Gun Buying Tips
Author: Dirk Laukens

Paintball wouldn't really be much fun without the gun, but they can be pretty expensive. There are always the Wal-mart guns, but most of those are not great quality; on the other end, you have custom paintball guns, made exactly to someone�s specifications,but they are too expensive for anyone outside a pro player. So how do you find the perfect paintball gun?

The first thing to do is to determine what�s just right for you.

Are you a beginner: buy a less expensive paintball gun. You can always upgrade it when you have new requirements. Most paintball markers (=paintball guns) are easy to upgrade.

If your a more serious player or even play tournaments you need a marker with more features. You need a gun that fits the type of player you are: do you play in front, are you a sniper or a cover player? The type of player you are determines the size, weight and features of your gun. A sniper doesn't need a big hopper (the paintball container on your gun) or big air supply, while a cover player does. A front player needs a gun that's easy to handle and light, while a sniper might prefer a longer gun with a scope.

Some people would rather use a paintball pistol than a longer gun, whereas others prefer rapid-fire semiautomatic and automatic paintball guns.

There are more things to keep in mind when buying a paintball gun, for instance, newer paintball guns have trouble firing older bullets, and older paintball guns often won't fire newer bullets at all. You need to educate yourself on the different types of guns available out there. Here's a good site to get you started:

http://www.paintball-accessories.com

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Let's say you're a beginner and you want to buy a cheap paintball gun. Where do you go?

The first option would be a paintball shop in your town or city. The problem is that your only source of information in a shop is the shop keeper and I don't say all shop keepers are biased, but a lot of them are.

Second option is buying online.The worst thing about buying paintball guns over the internet is that you don't really see what you're getting until the item is shipped to you. This is especially so on online auction sites like Ebay.com.

Instead of buying at Ebay it's better to buy your marker at a specialized online paintball store. The people who create the sites and who post comments are remarkably well-informed and friendly, and they'll help you determine what kind of gun is good for you.

Beware, though, of the too-good-to-be-true bargain; it usually is. For instance, a refurbished gun that looks great on the outside may rattle like a cage when you shake it; NOT a good thing for paintball guns. You should make certain you have a money-back guarantee.

Also check out the different paintball packages on the net. Paintball packages include all the basic things you need for your games, and they usually come at a reasonable price. Most paintball packages include a paintball gun, a mask, a hopper, an air cylinder, a squeegee and a barrel plug. More expensive packages come with all that and other things, like paintball oil, ammo packs, and paintballs.

Have a look here for good paintball package deals:

http://www.paintball-accessories.com/articles/paintball-packages.php

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Dirk Laukens, Creator of MarkerHQ.

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Paintball gun, weapons found in student's car

Paintball gun, weapons found in student's car
Author: Topeka Capital-Journal, The

By VINCENT BRYDON

The Capital-Journal

A Topeka West High School student faces expulsion after a search of his vehicle revealed weapons and drugs.

"We found a paintball gun, kitchen knives and trace elements of marijuana," said Topeka Public Schools Department of Safety director Jim Gilchrist.

School law enforcement officers called Gilchrist to Topeka West after a student tipped them off that another student had illegal possessions in his vehicle.

Even though Gilchrist said the amount of marijuana wasn't enough to bring formal charges against the student, Topeka West principal Stan Wagstaff said weapons are another matter.

"The district's disciplinary procedures are very specific in those regards," he said.

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Salida brings in big guns for profit
Author: HME News

Industrial gas business branches into booming paintball niche

SALIDA, Colo. - Paintball guns next to concentrators and walkers may not make the most sense, or even appeal to the same demographic, but for Salida Medical & Respiratory it has been a match made in retail heaven.

Salida Medical, a full service HME with an extensive showroom in Colorado, has been making more room for its booming paintball product line.

"Everyone comes in and says 'We don't understand why you have paintball if you are a medical store, and I joke that we are creating the injury in order to help fix it," said Salida's President Fred Jackson.

Salida started catering to the paintball craze though its industrial gas business. When the local Wal-Mart started selling paintball guns, enthusiasts started looking for a place to fill their gun's CO2 chambers that propel the paintballs. Salida bought the necessary tools and trained some employees how to fill them properly so they don't burst.

From there, things just took off, said Jackson.

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Man jailed after alleged paintball attack on teen
Author: Spokesman Review, The (Spokane)

A Spokane Valley man apparently thought vigilantism was the answer to getting rid of mini-motorcycle riders who annoyed him.

The 27-year-old man told police Thursday night he was using a paintball gun to shoot the motorcyclists on his street "who bothered him." He added that he intended to "fix" the problem.

Shaun S. Ramsey, 12816 E. 31st Ave., was booked into Spokane County Jail on suspicion of third-degree assault in connection with hitting one of the passing riders, Spokane Valley police spokesman Cpl. Dave Reagan said.

A 16-year-old girl was riding a mini-motorcycle about 9 p.m. when she felt something hit her shoulder, Reagan said. She looked at the vest she was wearing and saw paint spatters and pieces of a broken paintball. Underneath her clothing, there was a 2-inch red welt on her shoulder.

A man, whom police did not identify, called 911 about his friend getting hit with a paintball, then went over to Ramsey's house to confront the shooter.

The two men argued over mini-motorcycles, also known as "pocket rockets," and the paintball gun, Reagan said.

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