Paintball Gear: Just the Basics

Paintball is a fun and rewarding sport that anyone can start playing with the right basic gear setup. This article will discuss what this gear is and how you can go about aquiring it.

The first this you will need is a good paintball mask. I mention this first because it is very important from a safety perspective. You do not want to try to use shop goggles or anything else like that while playing paintball. Just stick with certified paintball goggles. It is very important that these goggles fit you well, since you will have to keep them on continuously while playing.

You will also need a marker or a gun. This is what you actually use to shoot the paintballs when playing. There is a huge range of different types of markers available on the market, designed for all different budgets. Pick one that suits you and your budget.

If you plan on actually shooting your gun, you will need to purchase an air system. These come in two varieties, CO2 and compressed air based systems. The cheapest option is CO2, but it tends to perform portly when compared to compressed air systems. If you’re on a budget, go CO2, but if you’ve got more to spend consider compressed air.

You will also need to a good hopper to hold you paintballs. If you can possibly afford it, get an agitated hopper to prevent jamming. Jammed paintball can chop inside your gun, creating a huge mess and killing your accuracy. Get a motorized, agitated hopper right away.

You will also need many other random accessories, such as squeegees, ball pods and holders, marker repair kits, and many more. Be sure to get a good sturdy set of clothes and shoes for paintball, and be aware that they can stain. Otherwise, though, you are basically ready to play with the gear listed above.

So, this should get you started with the basic paintball gear you need to get going. You can find all this gear at many online shops and at local stores as well. Find gear that suits you, and have fun playing!

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