Archive for August, 2010
The Serious Side of Paintball
Much like the sport of airsoft, paintball is truly a thinking man’s game when played at its highest levels. Teamwork is crucial, but good leadership is a rare virtue that can make all the difference in a game’s result. Some players enjoy setting up complex military simulations and playing them out over a period of paintball sessions. This allows adherents to experience the thrill of battle in a safe environment.
The most dedicated players outfit themselves in tactical paintball gear, which can be thought of as their uniform or military regalia. During a military simulation, teams would be split into a chain of command with the most important officers calling the plays over a Cobra two way radio and sending their front lines out ahead. These are all elements of serious paintball play that might never occur to an outsider or novice.
Protecting Your Peepers
Anyone who has ever fired a paintball gun knows how imperative your eyesight is. And the ironic thing is that your eyes are probably your most vulnerable body part when you are playing paintball. To that end, it’s crucial to take the proper cautions to protect your eyes-whether you’re in a heated match or just taking some target practice.
Look for paintball goggles that completely encase your eyes and the bridge of your nose. Most masks will cover the rest of your face as well, which is a good idea too-I know taking a paintball to the chin doesn’t sound too fun to me. Like swimming goggles, paintball goggles have a tendency to fog up, so be sure to look for models with anti-fog lens.