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The Parts of a Paintball Gun

The Parts of a Paintball Gun

It is important to know the different parts involved in the makeup of a paintball gun. The different elements are crucial to the successful working of your marker, and beginners will often be confused when receiving instructions because of their lack of knowledge of what the basic parts are. Knowing the parts of your paintball gun will also help you have a better idea of what you should be looking at when it is time to clean or upgrade your marker.

The body of the marker is the largest part of the gun. The body refers to the area of the gun that incorporates the trigger frame, the valve, and the bolt. All of these pieces can be detached from each other in order to incorporate new equipment, but only experts on their guns should attempt this. Makers of paintball guns have a fairly standard approach when it comes to the body of the gun, with the main difference being in the placement of the trigger and the barrel. Pushing the trigger frame forward shifts the balance of the gun and thus makes it easier to handle with one hand. It will also cause the body to have a lower profile, which is crucial when players are involved in games where hopper hits count towards elimination. The difference is plain when newbies and pros are present in the field, as the rental guns provided by most outfits have huge and bulky bodies that present a lot of hit potential.

The hopper is the part of the gun that holds the rounds of paint. No matter how high end, manufacturers have not perfected a hopper which prevents balls from breaking in containment. These breaks will often lead to jams of the feeding mechanisms and the gun itself, which in turn may cause more balls to break. Gravity-feed hoppers are especially prone to ball breakage while still in the hopper because of their jamming problems. Aside from gravity-feed, there are also agitation hoppers, force feed hoppers, and stick feed hoppers.

The tank is the part of the gun which contains the type of gas that propels the ball forward down and out of the gun's barrel. Markers use either CO2 gas or high pressure air as propulsion material. The CO2 gas is the original, but HPA is preferred as it is more reliable than CO2 and does not require an evaporation system in order to fire.

Finally, the barrel of the marker is what the ball travels down when the trigger is compressed. The barrel is responsible for the speed and the accuracy, as well as the distance, at which a ball travels, and is thus arguably the single most important component of the gun. Longer barrels will fire quieter than shorter models, but a marker owner should remember that no matter what length of barrel, the paintball can only travel a set distance in order to break. While really long barrels may look intimidating and offer better accuracy, they also are prone to be ineffective since they require a larger burst of air to propel the ball faster to make up the distance within the barrel itself.

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When old man Grandpa Googlemeyer falls down and bangs his head, he discovers a new-found memory. He calls up his son Jim's reckless childhood and all of the crazy stunts Jim and his brothers pulled off in the neighborhood. The story is very funny and lighthearted until his favorite grandson Barney is involved in a tragic paintball adventure, which makes the old man turn serious. Grandpa Googlemeyer is a classic storyteller and keeps you laughing and crying in his details. Eddie Patowski, the town bully, pounds Barney on the football turf daily, but he is no match for a Googlemeyer in the forest. His foolish ways lead him down a trail of chaos and destruction. Can Barney, Kurt and Jim Googlemeyer save Eddie? Read inside and find out, but the old man will keep you laughing, crying and guessing until the very end.

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Tiger Heat (Sigmund Brouwer's Sports Mystery Series: Baseball)

Since when do baseball players take their game off the field and into the sewer tunnels beneath the city streets? Just ask the last-place Tigers, a group of kids some say should be in reform school. They play paintball wars in the tunnels. But when a friend gets hurt, it's up to Jim McClosky to help his teammates solve the mystery and survive the tunnels.

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PMI Pure Energy Fixed N2 HPA Compressed Air Tank - 48ci 3000psi

PMI Pure Energy Fixed N2 HPA Compressed Air Tank - 48ci 3000psi
The Pure Energy Reactor regulator has a preset output pressure set to 850psi. This air system works great with any marker on the market from Piranhas to Angels. Pure Energy Reactor regulators are re-buildable, with optional low-pressure kits available. Pure Energy screw-in air systems come standard with a nickel-plated naval brass thread bonnet to keep the threads from galling or coming off -- a common problem among air systems with aluminum threads. Dual rupture disks prevent the regulator from ever dumping bottle pressure into the marker allowing players to always play with precision and confidence. Pure Energy combines the latest technological advances to create the most powerful, most accurate, safest air system in the industry. And with virtually no drop off in output pressure during a game, players can shoot with the same velocity and accuracy they always expect from Pure Energy... from start to finish. Pure Energy set the standard for performance in the paintball industry with a variety of Nitrogen systems and accessories. While many have tried to follow, none have succeeded in attaining the same level of performance that only Pure Energy can deliver. Pure Energy Nitrogen Air Systems come in 3000 or 4500psi styles. Pure Energy Reactor screw-in systems boast the flattest performance curve of any regulator in paintball. Most paintball regulators, when being shot from 3000 or 4500 down to 1000psi, will lose between 200-300psi of output pressure which will have a big effect on your velocity. With the high-flow rates of the Pure Energy system and the performance curve that only loses 25-50psi of output pressure, you have a system that will keep you in the game till the end with no drop-off. Should failure ever occur, all Pure Energy systems have a one-year warranty against manufacturer defects.

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Tippmann's A-5 marker is a high performance paintball marker with a unique Cyclone Feed System. This feed system links the feeder sprocket to the air system--the faster you shoot, the faster the Tippmann A-5 feeds. If you pull the trigger 15 times per second, the Tippmann A-5 feeds 15 balls per second. This marker is also easy to clean and maintain with its innovative no-tool-field-strip feature.

Completely field strippable in seconds with no tools required

With maximum firepower, unsurpassed accuracy, and Tippmann durability, Tippmann's A-5 marker has all of the key elements for an outstanding paintball marker.

Feature Detail:

• Caliber: .68
• Action: Semi-automatic
• Power: CO2-standard 9 ounce cylinder
• Magazine Capacity: 150+
• CO2 Capacity: 250+ shots per (standard) 9 ounce cylinder
• Cycle rate: 15+ BPS
• Standard Barrel Length: 8-1/2 inches
• Length (with standard barrel and no tank): 20 inches
• Weight (without tank): 3-1/2 pounds
• Effective Range: 150+ feet

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• Cyclone Feeder, no electronic hopper needed
• 8-1/2-inch thick quick thread high performance stone-honed barrel
• Easy access, removable grip frame
• Field strips and reassembles in less than 60 seconds
• Wide range velocity adjustment screw
• Heavy-duty stainless steel braided gas line
• Removable front grip and accept low pressure and vertical kit
• Black finish
• 150+ feet effective range; trigger speed up to 8 shots per second

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Tippmann's mission is to provide innovative, high-performance and durable paintball markers and accessories to the world and stand behind them with renowned customer service. Tippmann Sports is a premier manufacturer of high performance paintball markers and accessories. Founded in 1986 by Dennis Tippmann Sr., Tippmann Sports prides itself in its pursuit of cutting edge technology and design. Whether you're just starting out or an advanced player, Tippmann has something to start or add to your game.

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Easy Covers light switch covers are designed to go over your existing light switch plate. Single covers size 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, double covers size apx. 5 x 5 inches and will fit both standard and oversized light switch covers plus it helps to keep the area around the light switch cover clean from dirt and grime. Easy to install, remove the screws from existing light switch plate, push the screws through the holes in the Easy Cover, place the Easy Cover over your existing light switch plate, reinsert the screws and your done! Over 1400 designs to choose from! Made with images fused into heavy guage vinyl, they won't fade and they'll last forever. Shipping and handling included free of charge!

Easy to install. Remove the screws from the existing light switch plate. Push the screws through the holes in the Easy Cover. Place the Easy Cover overtop of the existing light switch cover. Reinsert the screws and your done! Instantly transforming your dull light switch plate into a decorative home accessory!

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Don't Underestimate Paintball Girls

If you think paintball is a game only for the guys, then you are in for a surprise. Many girls also enjoy the game and are starting to make their presence known in the world of paintball. There is always an all female team in every major tournament for paintball and many females turn out to participate. And some of them are exceptional players. Just because the players are girls, don't let it fool you into thinking they are not formidable.

Actually, some say that paintball girls are better suited for the game and have an advantage over males on the field. For one reason, females are usually smaller and are therefore harder to hit and it is easier for them to hide. Also paintball girls tend to be more patient than their male counterparts and will therefore have no problems out waiting an opponent until he outs himself. Some have noted that paintball girls tend to bond quicker and better than the males and therefore work together better as a team.

Paintball girls don't like to be restricted to playing amongst all girls however, but are eager to compete against the men on the paintball field. Most of the paintball tournaments have at least a few girls competing against men.

The all girl paintball teams have taken down many all male paintball teams. Not only do these paintball girls have to be tough and strong to go up against the men, but they have also had to overcome a lot of obstacles to be able to compete in tournaments. Paintball girls may look meek and somewhat fragile, but in this case, appearances are quite misleading. They can use this to their advantage too as men tend to underestimate the ability of female players of paintball. Most paintball girls are extremely serious about the sport and they are very good at it.

Women are no different from men in the beginning because everyone hesitates to suffer the pain of being shot. And getting hit by a paintball can be extremely painful. But once the game gets underway and the adrenaline kicks in, some paintball girls get hooked; and who could blame them? Paintball is an exciting game that is quite competitive but is also fun to play.

So if you thought paintball was just a guy's game, you can see that isn't the case. Women are quickly joining the ranks of exceptional paintball players and many have become aficionados of the game. The next time you are on the paintball field, watch out for those paintball girls, they make for formidable opponents.

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The Sport Of Airsoft vs. The Sport Of Paintball Part I

As the Sport of Airsoft grows in popularity today, many enthusiasts of both the Sport of Airsoft and the Sport of Paintball have debated over the differences and similarities, in the comparisons of both sports. Questions eventually come to the following: Which sport is better? What sport is more cost effective? What is the difference between Airsoft guns and Paintball guns? Finally, which sport is geared toward a larger demographic of people? I will briefly examine both sides of the Airsoft and Paintball argument and hopefully come to an opinion on which sport is emerging and which sport is fading out.

The initial argument between the Sport of Airsoft and the Sport of Paintball has been the cost differences between each sport. However, if you take a closer look at the costs for each sport you will find that both sports have an initial investment. For both sports, if you want to get completely decked out in every form of equipment available you are looking to spend up into the hundreds of dollars and sometimes into the thousands. There are variations in the pricing, but let?s say you use tons of ammo in Airsoft and not so much (which I think is unlikely) in Paintball then you will spend more on ammo for Airsoft (again this is very unlikely). This money can be spent over a period of time if you are not seriously trying to compete in the sports.

Most people continue to talk about the costs and how one sport is cheaper than the other but it depends on what you want and what you are looking for in each sport that will actually determine what you will spend. This includes everything from the gun, equipment and ammo, to the upgrades. In other words, either sport can be relatively cheap or relatively expensive, it all depends on you.

So if the money is not so important (well it?s important to most, and trust me I am all about getting the best for my money) what are the differences between the sports that one can draw a clear contrast about? What makes one sport different from the other? One of the major differences are the guns for each sport.

All Paintball guns, also known as ?Markers,? have a similar style and look, only varying in specifications rather than in styles. There?s not much more to the variations except the quality and effectiveness of the Paintball guns. There is hardly any diversity or character when it comes to each gun simply because they are made to specifications.

Airsoft guns have 1:1 scale replicas. This means they actually look like the real thing, so much so that all the guns come with a federally mandated orange tip. It is interesting to note that these guns also come with metal components making even the weight of the replica guns very similar to the actual gun. Plus, you can find many of the guns that you would have some interest in using, like an M16, Sniper Rifle, or an AK47. Some would say this is scary, but others (including the Airsoft enthusiast) would consider this a great way to own an arsenal that is not lethal, nor illegal for that matter.

I know the reader might be saying that as far as cost?s are concerned, ?one cannot draw a conclusion on which sport out does the other,? but as we have looked into the matter deeper we have found that realistic attributes can make a big difference in what you would want to participate in. In fact it makes all the difference for me!

In this part one of The Sport of Airsoft vs. The Sport of Paintball we have concluded that that money or cost has no bearing on whether the Sport of Airsoft is better than the Sport of Paintball.

About the Author:

PJ Ace is a writer and administrator for http://FlyntAirsoftPaintball, a site that specializes in airsoft and paintball.

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The Skulldana is a unique bandanna design, created to address problems specific to bikers, soldiers, paint-ball enthusiast, hunters and anyone who needs headwear that will stay on under extreme conditions. The Skulldana provides freedom from: Burned Scalp, Neck and Ears; Hair tied in Knots; Wind Earaches; Lost Hats/Glasses; Helmet Hair; Breaks in camouflage in the neck and forehead area. The 30 inch long headband portion which covers your forehead is sewn in a way that provides a slight "elastic" effect. The result is a comfortably fitting headwrap that "stays put". This skullcap covers the forehead, scalp and ears (without noticeable hearing loss), secures glasses, helps stop "cold wind earaches" and fits under most helmets as a liner. Soaked with water, it helps to keep you cool on those hot summer days. Catco Enterprises, the maker of the Skulldana has sold over 40,000 Skulldanas (including several hundred to our military personnel in Iraq and Afghanistan) and has been featured in Easyriders, Hot Bike, American Iron and Iron Works as well as at some of the best known bike runs in the world. Through our Amazon exclusive relationship with Catco Enterprises, our Skulldana's ship worldwide directly from the manufacture to give you the widest possible selection. Every Skulldana is handcrafted with pride in the USA. Each is pre-washed and pre-shrunk and has been wind tested at over 100 MPH.

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Defining Paintball Forum Purpose

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:45:57 -0700
If you are a huge paintball fan, then you probably look for ways to communicate with other paintball players. A paintball forum can allow you to do this over the internet. If you are new to the game of paintball and are looking for more information or if you are an old pro just looking for paintball chit-chat, then these forums can provide you with what you need. They can provide you with resources for articles on paintball, links to paintball training, a means of communicating with other paint

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Paintball-One of the Safest sports today!

Paintball One Of The Safest Sports Out There Today.
While membership in the "Extreme Sports" category implies a whiff of danger, only Paintball is handicapped by a huge injury taboo--one that exists in the public mind, but not in the statistics. The industry has long maintained that the rare (but highly publicized) eye injury almost always occurs in an unsupervised, unprotected, often illegal setting; and that Paintball is a very safe activity--a claim substantiated by the current research, as the sport reflected only 0.2 injuries per 1,000 exposures, the lowest injury rate of any Extreme Sport. Put another way, the average player will suffer a Paintball injury about once every 500 years.
Did you know more injuries are reported from basketball and baseball than from paintball? Not many people know that. Ever since paintball began back in the mid 80s, safety was always the number one concern. We've always worn eye protection, although to begin with, it consisted of safety glasses and ski masks . Nowadays, we wear masks specifically made for the sport and tested to high standards. Every manufactured paintball mask must be made to withstand a paintball traveling at least 300 feet per second (fps) or about 201 miles per hour.
Paintball has regulated itself. We have developed rules and guidelines, and all paintball facilities in the world adhere to them strictly. We have never had to be regulated by any agency other than ourselves. That is a credit to the quality individuals and corporations that have made paintball what it is today.
Most of the problems occur when people purchase paintball equipment and play in their backyards or an empty lot. This is dangerous. If you want to ensure everyone's safety with paintball, a regulated paintball field is recommended. The only time paintball gets media coverage is when something goes wrong. There is the rare isolated incidents and most can be avoided by following the safety rules.
On regulated fields, Paintball players must keep their masks on at all times, even at the chronograph. Make sure your marker is shooting under the legal fps limit usually under 300. If you ever have a problem with your tank, never try to fix it yourself. Take it to the field operator or your local pro-shop. Make sure your equipment is in good shape and well maintained.
The paint in paintball is made of a washable substance and are actually editable!!. They are made of gelatin and food coloring. . There are paintball-eating contests all the time at tournaments and events. I don't recommend it, cause they taste gross but they happen all the time.
Paintball is one of the safest outdoor sports available. The paintballs do not cause injury, but falling down from tripping might. Personally, I have never seen anyone get hurt who was following all of the safety precautions. Paintball is not just aimlessly running around with a marker and shooting your opponents. Oh no. This sport takes practice, determination, strategy, and a lot of money. It can also be a LOT of fun!!!

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Paintball Equipment A Beginners Guide

Getting involved with such an exciting sport like paintball really gets the motivation going.  Once exposed to the activity, players want to start buying all the paintball equipment they possibly can.

Getting involved with such an exciting sport like paintball really gets the motivation going.  Once exposed to the activity, players want to start buying all the paintball equipment they possibly can.

Getting involved with such an exciting sport like paintball really gets the motivation going. Once exposed to the activity, players want to start buying all the paintball equipment they possibly can.

It is wonderful that so many people are getting involved with paintball. The sport has grown in popularity so much that it is now played in over forty countries. International competitions are now taking place every year and professional paintball leagues have been around for a number of years.

Paintball equipment can be expensive to buy. A novice to the game really needs to consider all the options with paintball gear. Paintball guns, or markers, range in price from $100 to $1700. Much of the other gear shares the same discrepancy in cost. In paintball, you do really get what you pay for. In many cases, your level of playing may not be worth an extra couple hundred dollars.

The Whole Ball of Paint

One of the best ways to begin your paintball career is with equipment packages. Retail stores on the street and on the web put together special package deals for first time equipment buyers. There are two different ways the retailers will do this. The first way is with a selected marker, mask, and air tank.

The next, and preferred, paintball package deal allows you to choose the marker and then pay a set price to get the rest of the basic equipment. There are all sorts of packages available, but that gives you a good idea. Any paintball field requires a barrel plug, mask and goggles so youll be ready to play.

Upgrading Equipment Takes Time

When youve been playing for some time, it is tempting to upgrade equipment. Playing against all the other competitors, youll see all the fancy gear they are carrying around. It is only natural that your paintball gear be just as cool as theirs.

If you are ready for new equipment, talk to those around the field and practice range. The other players will let you try their equipment on for size. Taking it for a test drive will allow you to get to know it before buying more. Use the resources that are available, and then make a decision based on the good information.

Unlimited equipment and supplies upgrades are available for just about every paintball marker on the market. Picking and choosing wisely is the key to getting the most out of the equipment. Buying equipment just because it is new might be waste of time and money. Make sure that the gear is solid before spending good cash on it.

Without a doubt, much of the paintball gear and equipment is why we play the game. Just be sure to get the right equipment to help your game. Check out reviews online and talk to the experts and youll get it right. Read more about the gear:

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Robb Ksiazek is an author and publisher for Paintball-Guns-Equipment-n-Gear. He strives to inform paintball enthusiasts on the latest in markers, gear, and equipment to play the game with the best supplies available.

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Bridgewater teen attends World Cup of paintball - Scarlet Scuttlebutt

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Bridgewater teen attends World Cup of paintball Scarlet Scuttlebutt, NJ - Nov 10, 2008 He said his participation in the game of paintball has helped him with his teamwork, agility and confidence — and it's simply a lot of fun. ...

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All About Paintballs


All About Paintballs

Paintballs are gelatin capsules filled with a water-soluble marking dye. The dye inside is non-toxic, meaning that if you swallow it, it will not hurt you. However, the taste is not very pleasant.

Paintballs are manufactured by many different companies. As with most things, paintballs can be either low quality, or high quality. Of course, paintballs also come in a variety of colors. Paintballs can also be bought in many different quantities, with just as many variations of prices.

Most paintball fields require you to purchase and use their paint. This is how they make their money. Therefore, in most cases, brand and quality of the paint will not be deciding factors.

The best way to determine which brand/quantity/quality of paintballs you should buy is to know how you will be using those paintballs. If you are using the paintballs for practice, you naturally will want to go with the cheapest paintballs. Quality will not matter much in this instance.

If you will be using the paintballs for rec-ball, again, quality is not quite as important, and you may want to go with the cheapest price. However, if you will be using the paintballs for tournament play, quality matters a great deal. You want paintballs that will not break easily inside your gun or in transit. At the same time, you do want paintballs that will break easily when they hit an opponent. Many tournaments will require you to use the paint that they are selling. Tournament grade balls tend to be resistant to wiping, meaning that the paint is harder to wipe off. This discourages cheating.

You must also purchase the right size paintballs for your gun. Paintballs sizes are measured in calibers. The most common caliber of the barrel on a paint gun is .68. However, it is important that you check the documentation that comes with your gun to make sure you know the correct caliber of your guns barrel, therefore enabling you to purchase the correct caliber paintballs.

Both paintballs and paint ball gun barrels range in sizes from .67 to .71 calibers. Just because your gun requires a .68 caliber paintball, does not necessarily mean that this is the best caliber for your gun. Paintballs are not perfectly round. You will need to experiment with different sizes, close to the caliber your gun calls for. It may be that a .67 caliber paintball works best in your gun, even if your barrel bore is .68. An easy test to see if a paintball will work in your gun is to put the ball in one end of the barrel. If it rolls out on its own, it is too small. It is a good fit if you can easily blow it out of the barrel. If you cannot easily blow it out, it is too big.

When choosing the color of your paintballs, it is necessary to consider the playing environment. If you are playing in the woods, bright colors may be preferred, as it is easier to see the paint. Some paintballs glow in the dark. If you are playing at night, this may be what you want.

A few brands of paintballs that are made for cold weather playing. They are designed for better performance during the winter months.

Occasionally, paintballs will break inside the barrel of your gun. If this is happening on a regular basis, there may be a problem. It could be the gun. You may have your velocity set to high. The ideal setting for your guns velocity is about 280. You may also bust balls in the barrel if you do not keep it clean. Having too much oil or not enough oil in the barrel can also cause the paintballs to break. Often, too much air pressure, or uneven air pressure, can cause the paintballs to break.

If the problem is not the gun, it is the paintballs. The most common problem will be the size of the paintballs you are using. Try using a smaller size. Dirty paintballs can also cause them to break. If your paintball hits the ground, do not use it in your gun. Take the loss.

Cheaper paint breaks more often than quality paint. Old paint breaks more often than new paint. Extreme temperatures also have an effect on your paint. Unless your paint is especially made for cold temperatures, avoid using it or storing it in such conditions. High humidity can also cause problems, by weakening and warping the paintballs. You should throw out paintballs that you have had for three or more months. Paint may also break if you are shooting the gun faster than what your hopper can manage. This is called over shooting the feed.

When storing your paintballs, keep this in mind. Higher quality paintballs last longer than low quality when kept in storage. You will need to store your paintballs in a dry area where the temperature does not vary too much. Store paintballs in a sealed container or bag to keep dust and dirt out.

It is a good idea to purchase low quantities of different quality/brand/priced paintballs and try them out to see which one works best for you and your paintball gun.

Paintballs are gelatin capsules filled with a water-soluble marking dye. The dye inside is non-toxic, meaning that if you swallow it, it will not hurt you. However, the taste is not very pleasant.

Paintballs are manufactured by many different companies. As with most things, paintballs can be either low quality, or high quality. Of course, paintballs also come in a variety of colors. Paintballs can also be bought in many different quantities, with just as many variations of prices.

Most paintball fields require you to purchase and use their paint. This is how they make their money. Therefore, in most cases, brand and quality of the paint will not be deciding factors.

The best way to determine which brand/quantity/quality of paintballs you should buy is to know how you will be using those paintballs. If you are using the paintballs for practice, you naturally will want to go with the cheapest paintballs. Quality will not matter much in this instance.

If you will be using the paintballs for rec-ball, again, quality is not quite as important, and you may want to go with the cheapest price. However, if you will be using the paintballs for tournament play, quality matters a great deal. You want paintballs that will not break easily inside your gun or in transit. At the same time, you do want paintballs that will break easily when they hit an opponent. Many tournaments will require you to use the paint that they are selling. Tournament grade balls tend to be resistant to wiping, meaning that the paint is harder to wipe off. This discourages cheating.

You must also purchase the right size paintballs for your gun. Paintballs sizes are measured in calibers. The most common caliber of the barrel on a paint gun is .68. However, it is important that you check the documentation that comes with your gun to make sure you know the correct caliber of your guns barrel, therefore enabling you to purchase the correct caliber paintballs.

Both paintballs and paint ball gun barrels range in sizes from .67 to .71 calibers. Just because your gun requires a .68 caliber paintball, does not necessarily mean that this is the best caliber for your gun. Paintballs are not perfectly round. You will need to experiment with different sizes, close to the caliber your gun calls for. It may be that a .67 caliber paintball works best in your gun, even if your barrel bore is .68. An easy test to see if a paintball will work in your gun is to put the ball in one end of the barrel. If it rolls out on its own, it is too small. It is a good fit if you can easily blow it out of the barrel. If you cannot easily blow it out, it is too big.

When choosing the color of your paintballs, it is necessary to consider the playing environment. If you are playing in the woods, bright colors may be preferred, as it is easier to see the paint. Some paintballs glow in the dark. If you are playing at night, this may be what you want.

A few brands of paintballs that are made for cold weather playing. They are designed for better performance during the winter months.

Occasionally, paintballs will break inside the barrel of your gun. If this is happening on a regular basis, there may be a problem. It could be the gun. You may have your velocity set to high. The ideal setting for your guns velocity is about 280. You may also bust balls in the barrel if you do not keep it clean. Having too much oil or not enough oil in the barrel can also cause the paintballs to break. Often, too much air pressure, or uneven air pressure, can cause the paintballs to break.

If the problem is not the gun, it is the paintballs. The most common problem will be the size of the paintballs you are using. Try using a smaller size. Dirty paintballs can also cause them to break. If your paintball hits the ground, do not use it in your gun. Take the loss.

Cheaper paint breaks more often than quality paint. Old paint breaks more often than new paint. Extreme temperatures also have an effect on your paint. Unless your paint is especially made for cold temperatures, avoid using it or storing it in such conditions. High humidity can also cause problems, by weakening and warping the paintballs. You should throw out paintballs that you have had for three or more months. Paint may also break if you are shooting the gun faster than what your hopper can manage. This is called over shooting the feed.

When storing your paintballs, keep this in mind. Higher quality paintballs last longer than low quality when kept in storage. You will need to store your paintballs in a dry area where the temperature does not vary too much. Store paintballs in a sealed container or bag to keep dust and dirt out.

It is a good idea to purchase low quantities of different quality/brand/priced paintballs and try them out to see which one works best for you and your paintball gun.

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