From spending time with your friends to getting fit, there are plenty of reasons to play paint ball. If you want to participate in this thrilling game, you will need the right equipment. You can find gear and paintball guns for sale on Junk Mail.
What is Paintball?
Paint ball is a fun activity that you can take part in with your friends. For thrill seekers paintball is an awesome way to get your adrenaline pumping. Paintball involves teamwork which is a great skill to develop, as teamwork can help you to meet your career and relationship goals. The wide range of paintball gear, rules, guns and playing areas keeps the game interesting.
Paintball involves using guns that shoot paint in combat games. During the game players on the opposing team are eliminated by hitting them with paintballs. The rules depend on the type of game that you are playing. One option is to capture the flag and another is elimination. Ammunition can be limited to add complexity to the game. The game could also be centred on the aim of capturing a specified point in the paintball arena.
How did paintball start?
The initial use of a paintball gun was to mark cattle as well as trees. Developed in the 1970s, it was only incorporated into games in the 1980s. When Sports Illustrated wrote an article about paint ball, the game gained popularity.
Paintball Today
Today enthusiasts play the combat game on fields which have been set up with boundaries and barriers. The fields offer the players places to hide as well as neutral zones. Indoor arenas are another option especially during adverse weather conditions. Some indoor arenas even have an area for spectators to watch the game.
Paintball gear includes face masks and goggles. If you want to take paintball to the next level, you will also need camouflage outfits, gun harnesses and special loaders. The purpose of this equipment is to protect the player and increase their chances of winning. As paint ball has become recognised as a sport, paintball tournaments are held around the world. Referees are used in tournaments to enforce the rules of the game.
Tips to get you started in Paintball
Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced player, your paintball gun and gear doesn’t have to be the best out there. Having a strategy will help your team to win. Here are some tips to get you started.
When playing paint ball, a simple strategy is to gain the upper hand at the start of the game by being the first to eliminate opponents or to reach advantageous locations in the field. The more ground that your team covers, the more options of attack and defence that you have.
You can also improve your paintball game without spending any extra money by walking the field before you start the game. This will give you insight into the best advantage points. You should also make sure that you buy the right paint balls for your gun as this will improve the accuracy of your aim.
An easy way to improve your capabilities when you are on the field is to make sure that you are fit. Physical stamina will help you to focus on the game and to beat your opponents. Know what your capabilities and weaknesses are.
If you struggle to hit your target when you are running, don’t waste your bullets by trying it in a competition. Instead try get to advantageous points where you get a good aim from a stationary position.
Another great tip to improve your game is to work together with your teammates. This strategy allows your team to support each other, which increases your chances of winning.
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Paintball Gun Options Available
If you are looking for paintball guns for sale, take a look at some of the options that are available on the market.
Tippman Gryphon Red – Around R2000
Their excellent performance is just one of the reasons to buy this brand paintball gun. The inline bolt system enhances the reliability of this paint ball gun. The Internal Gasline improves the appearance of these models. The ergonomical design of the front grip as well as the centre feed further enhance its performance. The ported barrel decreases noise while boosting accuracy.
JT Tactical RTP Kit – Around R2700
When it comes to finding paintball gear and guns, this model has numerous features. The semi-automatic paintball gun features a raised sight rail. It is made from aluminium which contributes to its reliability. This gun operates with CO2. Another option is to use compressed air.
Image Source: Paintball Makers Website.
With so many great venues to play paintball, it is easy to see why this game is so popular in South Africa. Paintball venues include Action Paintball in Durban as well as Woods Paintball in Johannesburg. Other options are X Paintball in Somerset West and Paintball Heaven in Port Elizabeth. You could also try Ruins Paintball in Bloemfontein.
Useful Paintball Gear
Here is a list of paintball gear that is useful if you would like to get involved in this sport.
- Cammo Mesh Headbands
- Fingerless Paintball Gloves
- Tactical Cross Draw Vest
- Sniper Assault Vest
- Chest Protector
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It is wonderful game! Can some one give me link where I can buy new guns in wholesale price?
Hi Paul,
Please click on the following link for paint ball guns available on Junk Mail > https://goo.gl/9xNKUc
We hope you find what you’re looking for.
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The Junk Mail Team