Anyone paintball around here?

[FallenHero]

starting to get into it because my co-workers got me addicted. Is there anyway to see if I am getting ripped off on an ebay deal or not? I know price checks aren't really allowed here, so its hard to ask directly.

What should I be looking for in a gun. Not for speedball at all, probably gonna buy in the 400-600 dollar range.

Also, what brands should I be going for with this one...STO? Tippmann? I've heard to stay away from brass-eagle.

 

[Cloud Strife]

Airsoft >>>>>>>>>

 

[FallenHero]

Originally posted by: Cloud Strife
Airsoft >>>>>>>>>

Yep, that answers all of my questions. Bless you soul for being such a helpful human being sir.

 

[JDrake]

tippmann 98custom, if not going for speedball and get a nice set of goggles that you feel comfortable with
and get a 20oz co2 if you plan to stick with co2 and not hpa, n2
and upgrade the barrel, yup yup, almost forgot that. I'd get a 12" or 14" either smart parts progressive or J&J ceramic (what I have/love )
don't listen to people if they say the longer the better that's just silly... after 14" it's just a waste of gas
and don't get a flatline barrel, they suck... they may add extra distance but the balls won't even break at that range

edit: you can show me the deals on ebay I can see if they're good or not (ill try)

brass eagle isn't too bad, certain stuff is worse than other though

I'd stay away from 98 DEGREES, though - unless it's a cheap little thing like a pod

autionvilliage.com is a good, cheap site - way more trustworthy than eBay


I've always found smart parts is good quality for harnesses and such, fyi

 

[FreedomGUNDAM]

Tippmann 68 Special and the Spyder series of are good starter markers

 

[MrBond]

Go ahead and post the auction, that's not really a price check thread (mods correct me if I'm wrong). I haven't played in years, but I know about what decent gear should cost.

When I was playing 6 years ago, Paintballgear.com (it's Action Villiage now or something, but the address is the same) always had pretty good prices.

Edit: And JDrake's suggestions are the same as what I'd say.

 

[Cloud Strife]

JDrake, your first constructive post ever?

 

[Fenixgoon]

jdrake is back?

yeah, tippman 98 is a pretty good starter, from what i understand. my friend had one, good gun.

even more accurate and deadly was is phantom pump action gun. not as fast firing, obviously, but insanely accurate!

 

[JoeFahey]

One important thing is whether it's for speedball or not.

But for non-speedball related paintball, I highly suggest a Tippmann98 Custom. Ive had mine for years, and while all my friends' guns break on them throughout a day of playing, mine never fails. It NEVER has. It is a very reliable gun, and it isn't too expensive.

For goggles, it is all personal oppinion, and what feels best to you. I personally think that JT makes the best goggles. Watever they are, make sure they have Thermal Lenses so they won't fog. You will soon find out that fog is the #1 enemy of paintball goggles.

If you want even more, get a new barrel. I bought a 14 incher for my 98 custom. It is amazing. Most importantly though, DO NOT get a barrel longer that 14 inches. Anything more will be a waste. Also, as a sidenote, if you get a 98 Custom, or some Tippmann, many will suggest the flatline barrel. Do not get it. My friend made the mistake of getting one, and it shoots far, but has to have a very high loop to it to get this high. It isn't very accurate.

Additional thoughts: I always tell people that Airsoft is better than paintball for multiple reasons, but in your case, it sounds like you shouldn't swtich since you are doing it with your co-workers. However, if you get bored of paintball, airsoft is always there. If you set a budget on this, remember to leave lots of extra cash for paintballs. Purchasing paintballs makes the sport very expensive.

No matter what you buy though, have fun, it's a great sport.

 

[blackbishop26]

if you want to go a bit higher end for non speedball, check out a used automag or minimag with rt valve and level 10 here. www.automags.org

 

[jaybert]

www.pbnation.com look at buying a used gun off of there

 

[Wag]

Since when has "paintball" become a verb?

 

[Spydermag68]

Originally posted by: blackbishop26
if you want to go a bit higher end for non speedball, check out a used automag or minimag with rt valve and level 10 here. www.automags.org

If you want to spend a little more money than an entry level Tippman 98, then I would go for a Automag/Minimag. I have owned mine since 1995 and it is still my first line marker. My minimag is for the most part stock. I did some modifications to the trigger and a few things internally that makes it still a contender on the field. I can shoot 10+ balls a second with out going electric. Most top end electric shoot 15+.

I also own an '98 Autococker fully tricked out as a back up marker. I have a Tippman SL-II (1988) that still works an I take it out to the wood fields snipe with or I want a challenge. I had to retire my spyder after 3 years of play.