What To Pack On Your First Paintball Trip

Paintballing is an addictive sport and once you get out there and realize that it's something you really want to commit to you should probably make a list of what you'll need to not just play the sport but also to get as much enjoyment as you can out of your experience.

If you've been buying bits and pieces of equipment here and there as you've gone along then now may be a good time for you to upgrade on some of the more important pieces of equipment. And if you're completely new to the sport don't worry we've compiled a list of what you'll need to get started with paintballing.

First on the list for most paintball enthusiasts is the paintball gun or marker. Your paintball gun is a delicate piece of equipment so you want to make sure it is protected at all times and especially when you're transporting it. Right next to your marker should be a cleaning device such as a squeegee to clean out the barrel of your paintball gun as a dirty barrel can really hurt your accuracy.

You will also need paintballs. It is a good idea to keep paintballs packaged in jar like containers or Tupperware so that they do not burst in your bag. The last accessory for your paintball gun is not necessary but could dramatically increase your performance on the paintball field and that is a site. If you do decide to go with a site make sure that it is also properly secured in your bag so that it does not break as these can also be quite delicate.

One of the most important pieces of equipment you will be taking out onto the paintball field is your mask or helmet. A paintball mask is important because it protects your face from the paintballs that your opponents are shooting at you. You want a paintball mask that has large lenses and allows for a good peripheral vision. You want to stay away from helmets that obstruct your vision in Anyway.

A couple of other things of note when choosing a paintball mask is your level of comfort when wearing the mask and whether or not the mask has a tendency to fog up or not. A mask that fogs up easily is bad for your paintball game because it obstructs your vision on the field of play and eventually you won't be able to see at all. If you already have this problem there are some sprays on the market that you can use to minimize it.

When you're out on the paintball field you want to be wearing clothes that cover as much skin as possible unless you enjoy being stung by paintballs. Clothes with padding are idea because they really minimize any pain from the paintballs.

You also want to pack some snacks and water because some paintball games can run pretty long and the last thing you want to do is run out of energy while out on the paintball field of battle.

Take all of these things into consideration before heading out onto the paintball field with your own equipment and it should ensure for a good quality experience on the field.