Yah that how I do I just play walk on games for fun then at the end of the day I use the rest of my paint doing 1v 1 2v2 3v3 or play against my friends in a 3v4 1v2 situation
Brad, I agree with all 3 points you mentioned on how to improve on paintball. Regarding point #3, “watching people who are better than us”, I guess it would be a good idea if you could add some analysis of your game footages. I mean, we can see all the guys you hit, and all the situations where you have been shot, during your game footages, but it would be nice if you could explain on the background, what took you to do that decisive movement, which allowed you to hit somebody, or what you did wrong, and resulted on your elimination of the game. We that are beginning on the sport could learn a lot from these real game analyses. It would be like a virtual training on your point #3. You could invite some of your friends, who have different styles, to do these footages and analyses also. In my opinion it would very pleasant to watch real game situations explained in details by the people who played them; but not only pleasant, it would be different. Do not see many people doing that.
As far as self-improvement goes: The difference between pro players and the average player is : pro players Invision a move and then they act on it , whereas the average player Invisions that VERY SAME MOVE , but are to afraid to try it.... So they never know that "SAID MOVE" , is possible .
I know it's been a while, but for those still wondering, I would pick something that can shoot the tournament required firing mode/ rate reliably. If you're on a budget, an older ego or dye/proto will do just fine. Just learn to maintain and troubleshoot and make sure you have the essential replacement orings. A good mask, used carbon fiber 4500 tank, reliable loader such as a spire, rotor, or Halo, pod pack that can fit at least 5 pods comfortably, barrel swabs, pod caddy, good cleats, and padded pants. A good head wrap and rags to wipe hits off in between rounds is also very helpful. Hope this helps!
#pbqt where do you see paintball going in the future as in terms of products, at some point guns and mask can only get so good untill companies are repackaging the same thing. also what future concepts or inovations would you like to see come out of the paintball industry
Paul Lopez I don't think there's really a stopping point. Because look at phones for an example. There's always something new about them. Same with paintballs equipment. The EVS already came out with a HUD Display, a lot can go from there. So can with your markers, the boards, etc. I heard some people say it's a dying sport but I see it still growing. I believe it hasn't hit it's peak yet. You can always bring something new to the table.
Until they get electronic targeting systems and balls that have memory shape mechanics. The targeting system will automatically calculate all the variables, adjust air flow and send an electronic signature to the ball. The signature will manipulate it's shape for the perfect trajectory.
This is old as hell, but ya. It depends on where you're at, just like anything that is skill based. PRML's tip is solid, but doesn't apply to everyone, IMO. A lower level player doesn't know WHAT to focus on. What use is being able to have the muscle memory to snapshoot/lane/etc. when you have no clue of the flow of the game, basic teamwork, etc. Beginner? Just play. You need to get the feel and learn by playing a lot. Beginners should focus on improving solely by playing, and observing. These are the most fun methods, and will encourage people to go further, rather than getting bored and giving up because spending 10 hours on drills didn't do anything to actually make them better. Intermediate? Play a lot, but focus on improving certain things while you play. Don't just blindly play. You get better by focusing, and working on what you're weak at. If you ALWAYS play to your strengths in games, your weaknesses won't improve. Advanced? This is where what PRML's tip comes in. It can benefit everyone, but it'll mostly benefit advanced and intermediate players more-so than beginners. Advanced players already have a solid grasp of the games flow, and the basics. They know what they need to work on. They can figure out what their weaknesses are, and focus train on those specific things, such as snap shooting, leaning, etc. If you're an advanced player, you're looking to improve, not JUST have fun. These drills aren't typically very fun, they're solely to improve, but it's what advanced players need to do.
DukeCityPaintball But you still need to practice! You think basketball players (or any pro athlete) just sit at home and wait till an actual game to learn everything? No they go to *PRACTICE* and do team/individual drills to perfect their craft...
I disagree that’s like telling a young basketball prospect to just play a lot of basketball in order to prepare for D1 ball. Drills are such an important part of development because doing drills in any sport will help you focus on areas that are weak. If you just “play” then often times you won’t be able to scrutinize your own game and really focus on the areas that need improvement.
Love your videos. I have been watching a lot of videos over paintballing since I'm a new player. I purchased a marker and one video I cannot find a video about how to care for your marker
hey I have an emphiny jr paintball gun and I don't know witch hopper to use I tried most of them and they don't fit please help me and recommend me on what to get plz
What is an LPR (Low Pressure Regulator) used for and why is good if gun doesn't have one? (Force) Does the same work for HPR's? (High Pressure Regulators) Do all guns have Solenoid Flow Restrictors or just PE?
All modern markers will have an HPR which is used to regulate the velocity of the paintballs being fired from the marker. Some paintball markers also have an LPR which is used to control the speed/force of the bolt's movement. (Or in the case of an autococker to control the bolt's movement and the force by which the marker attempts to cock the hammer) It is neither good nor bad if a marker does not have an LPR. Some marker designs require the use of an LPR to function. (Typically stacked tube poppits like Autocockers, Egos, G6Rs, Cyborgs, etc) Spool valves generally do not have LPRs but several companies (Bob Long and Dye) have utilized LPRs in their designs. Bob Long's more recent markers (Insight, Onslaught) have not utilized LPRs. It is a matter of tuneability vs simplicity/reliability.
#pbqt Hello Brad, I have a Mini GS, I always have used it in Semi setting, what is the difference between the Millenium ramp and the NXL Full auto settings? should I delve into using those settings? Thanks!!
Question: I live in the UK and the prices of guns are a bit inflated here so unless you're sponsored getting something new is going to cost you big time. Currently I have an upgraded drone 2 (oled, can, bolt and clone 5 purging reg) but in your opinion when buying second hand whats a good way to go?
Louis Wykes are you in the "Buy, Sell &a Trade - Paintball Kit - (UK) " group on Facebook mate? If not go join it and there are plenty of stuff for sale there including markers and mars bars
I have a Gtek 160r on the way, and I was wondering...what hopper/tank should I run if I want a light, and fast speedball setup. I was looking at the virtue spire 200 hopper but I'm not sure if it can keep up when I'm shooting on uncapped semi, and I was also looking at the ninja carbon fiber ultralight 68/4500 tank. In your opinion, would this setup work, or if you have a different hopper/tank in mind, what would it be?
Lightest tank is going to be the Ninja SL 45/45. The Spire is a great loader, but a bit slower than some of the others. The best value for fast hoppers right now is probably the Z2 only $100 and feed as fast as anything. To me the more important thing about tanks is how it feels on the gun, for the the 45 and 68 are to short. I like the SL 77 and Empire Ultra 80.
I’m brand new to paintball and I’m trying out for my bosses D3 team any tips? I’ve played 3 times total over the years with rental gear I’m getting a Etha 2 and lt r hopper I am normally a speedsofter for airsoft so i know some things but what else can I practice?
Work on sliding if you are gonna play dorito or snake. Honeslty tho it comes down to game sense and aim. It’s really just fundamentals like aim and sliding, game sense, communication etc. If you have air and paint and somewhere to shoot just find three things to shit at and just go back and forth shooting them and work on snap shooting
ok so I've been playing paintball for a few years now and I want to get into turniments but I'm still a teen. I use a mini gs, is there a better gun I could use or what?
unless you have a decent job, are able to travel on your own, are on a decent team, and you are done with school (high school and college) you will probably be limited to whatever events your local field puts on.
Hey man love your videos and I have three questions. is there going to be a new Jt Pro Flex coming out? when will it come out? and do you think it's worth getting?
#PBQT alright attempt #2 so I've got an Axe Pro great marker, I've been considering getting the Luxe 2.0. But is that price tag worth it? (And yeah I know you probably get a lot of questions so no worries keep up making great videos 👍🏻)
SSniper14 PB well i've been told since it used to be a tournament level marker, for the price it was a nice deal the mask is the only shit part, as it is a jt reflex
#PBQT Double whammy here: I've noticed a resurgence in interest in autocockers, am I alone in this? Also, if there is one, do you think we'll see some more big name companies (PE, Dye, ect...) making new ones like the Empire is?
I want to get into pump paintball. I don"t know to much about pump but I know that I want something better than a kaos and not is expensive as a CCM T2. Any advice? #PBQT
I have a question. I don't know what gun to get. I'm a beginner. I could get a Spyder victor with everything or get a kaos for the same price. what should I do.
King of fishes 324 funny you say this the very first gun I got was a Victor only time it wouldn't shoot it broke paint once. I just bought the kaos yesterday I'll tell you what I think
tippmann tmc is an excellent starting gun, it runs hopper and magfed, the marker itself is only 200$, reliable and super light!!!! im still using this gun with some attachments and stuff and im no begginer anymore! still a great gun! especially for it's price! the only thing is with the price, the stock,shroud, and magazines are plastic, most mags are anyways i think
#pbqt Brad, I checked out the Ecom store in the link and was checking out the swag. The black hoodie was cool so I was checking out the back design did they print escape with a typo? or, err ... Whats going on there?
Hahaha damn! I totally forgot! Yes the first sample had a typo, so the shirt that I have has a typo all the one after that are fixed. You just reminded me I never changed the image in the store. 👍
@@PaintballRuinedMyLife Haha that I can relate too, I guess I'm just an all around lazy person even on the field because most the time I'm designated support cause my gun has the longest range
how to get better: dont give a shit about what kind of gear you have, dont get sucked into the fashion show, improve on your game not your looks or gear...
Yeah I clean the day after to avoid any potential rusting (just in case)
Rust, Bad. :)
I'm on a D5 team and we get to play against Thunder and Uprising
Thats always good! You cant get much better!
For me to help with my snap shooting I started to use a pump for a while
did that help accrucy
Totally agree about playing against better players also I recommend do drills playing against other players even do some 1v2 1v3 2v3 situations
Yah that how I do I just play walk on games for fun then at the end of the day I use the rest of my paint doing 1v 1 2v2 3v3 or play against my friends in a 3v4 1v2 situation
Brad, I agree with all 3 points you mentioned on how to improve on paintball. Regarding point #3, “watching people who are better than us”, I guess it would be a good idea if you could add some analysis of your game footages. I mean, we can see all the guys you hit, and all the situations where you have been shot, during your game footages, but it would be nice if you could explain on the background, what took you to do that decisive movement, which allowed you to hit somebody, or what you did wrong, and resulted on your elimination of the game. We that are beginning on the sport could learn a lot from these real game analyses. It would be like a virtual training on your point #3. You could invite some of your friends, who have different styles, to do these footages and analyses also. In my opinion it would very pleasant to watch real game situations explained in details by the people who played them; but not only pleasant, it would be different. Do not see many people doing that.
Thank you so much for the info. Love what you do man keep it up.
Thanks! I hope pronounced your name correct :)
As far as self-improvement goes:
The difference between pro players and the average player is : pro players Invision a move and then they act on it , whereas the average player Invisions that VERY SAME MOVE , but are to afraid to try it.... So they never know that "SAID MOVE" , is possible .
I've been there... :( Thought of a move, didn't do it and lost...
Would love to see some more content. You could get to 100k I bet.
I am getting into tournament paintball but there are no youth teams
#PBQT What would you consider the minimum tournament setup? (D6 or D5)
I know it's been a while, but for those still wondering, I would pick something that can shoot the tournament required firing mode/ rate reliably. If you're on a budget, an older ego or dye/proto will do just fine. Just learn to maintain and troubleshoot and make sure you have the essential replacement orings. A good mask, used carbon fiber 4500 tank, reliable loader such as a spire, rotor, or Halo, pod pack that can fit at least 5 pods comfortably, barrel swabs, pod caddy, good cleats, and padded pants. A good head wrap and rags to wipe hits off in between rounds is also very helpful. Hope this helps!
#pbqt
where do you see paintball going in the future as in terms of products, at some point guns and mask can only get so good untill companies are repackaging the same thing. also what future concepts or inovations would you like to see come out of the paintball industry
Paul Lopez I don't think there's really a stopping point. Because look at phones for an example. There's always something new about them. Same with paintballs equipment. The EVS already came out with a HUD Display, a lot can go from there. So can with your markers, the boards, etc. I heard some people say it's a dying sport but I see it still growing. I believe it hasn't hit it's peak yet. You can always bring something new to the table.
Until they get electronic targeting systems and balls that have memory shape mechanics. The targeting system will automatically calculate all the variables, adjust air flow and send an electronic signature to the ball. The signature will manipulate it's shape for the perfect trajectory.
Personally, I beg to differ. The best way to improve at paintball is to PLAY PAINTBALL.
Yes! Very true!
This is old as hell, but ya.
It depends on where you're at, just like anything that is skill based.
PRML's tip is solid, but doesn't apply to everyone, IMO. A lower level player doesn't know WHAT to focus on. What use is being able to have the muscle memory to snapshoot/lane/etc. when you have no clue of the flow of the game, basic teamwork, etc.
Beginner? Just play. You need to get the feel and learn by playing a lot. Beginners should focus on improving solely by playing, and observing. These are the most fun methods, and will encourage people to go further, rather than getting bored and giving up because spending 10 hours on drills didn't do anything to actually make them better.
Intermediate? Play a lot, but focus on improving certain things while you play. Don't just blindly play. You get better by focusing, and working on what you're weak at. If you ALWAYS play to your strengths in games, your weaknesses won't improve.
Advanced? This is where what PRML's tip comes in. It can benefit everyone, but it'll mostly benefit advanced and intermediate players more-so than beginners. Advanced players already have a solid grasp of the games flow, and the basics. They know what they need to work on. They can figure out what their weaknesses are, and focus train on those specific things, such as snap shooting, leaning, etc. If you're an advanced player, you're looking to improve, not JUST have fun. These drills aren't typically very fun, they're solely to improve, but it's what advanced players need to do.
DukeCityPaintball But you still need to practice! You think basketball players (or any pro athlete) just sit at home and wait till an actual game to learn everything? No they go to *PRACTICE* and do team/individual drills to perfect their craft...
I disagree that’s like telling a young basketball prospect to just play a lot of basketball in order to prepare for D1 ball. Drills are such an important part of development because doing drills in any sport will help you focus on areas that are weak. If you just “play” then often times you won’t be able to scrutinize your own game and really focus on the areas that need improvement.
as always thumbs up man!
Love your videos. I have been watching a lot of videos over paintballing since I'm a new player. I purchased a marker and one video I cannot find a video about how to care for your marker
I wanna start paying more attention to the pro scene. How would you recommend starting to really get into it?
#PBRML Can you do a "What's in my gear bag" episode!!??
Fine! :) A lot of people have asked for this, ill whip something together for next week.
hey I have an emphiny jr paintball gun and I don't know witch hopper to use I tried most of them and they don't fit please help me and recommend me on what to get plz
can you do a list of available upgrades for the tippmann project salvo?
What is an LPR (Low Pressure Regulator) used for and why is good if gun doesn't have one? (Force)
Does the same work for HPR's? (High Pressure Regulators)
Do all guns have Solenoid Flow Restrictors or just PE?
All modern markers will have an HPR which is used to regulate the velocity of the paintballs being fired from the marker.
Some paintball markers also have an LPR which is used to control the speed/force of the bolt's movement. (Or in the case of an autococker to control the bolt's movement and the force by which the marker attempts to cock the hammer)
It is neither good nor bad if a marker does not have an LPR. Some marker designs require the use of an LPR to function. (Typically stacked tube poppits like Autocockers, Egos, G6Rs, Cyborgs, etc) Spool valves generally do not have LPRs but several companies (Bob Long and Dye) have utilized LPRs in their designs. Bob Long's more recent markers (Insight, Onslaught) have not utilized LPRs. It is a matter of tuneability vs simplicity/reliability.
Yep, Rob pretty much summed it up :)
#pbqt Hello Brad, I have a Mini GS, I always have used it in Semi setting, what is the difference between the Millenium ramp and the NXL Full auto settings? should I delve into using those settings? Thanks!!
Rookie, Novice, Semi-Pro Div. 1-5 and Pro
Can u review the Mercury rise venom 68. Cal
What guns would you recommend for someone who wants to buy a gun after using a tipman rental for a while.
Depends on if you want a rifle or traditional style
Also Brad, any chance you could get your hands on a Shocker RSX for a review? #BabyLuxe
yes please!!!
Seconded! good call dude
Yes I'll send u mine to review it just so I can say u had my gun 😂
would like to see that too
I think he already did a Shocker RSX review on his website a while back.
Question:
I live in the UK and the prices of guns are a bit inflated here so unless you're sponsored getting something new is going to cost you big time.
Currently I have an upgraded drone 2 (oled, can, bolt and clone 5 purging reg) but in your opinion when buying second hand whats a good way to go?
Louis Wykes are you in the "Buy, Sell &a Trade - Paintball Kit - (UK) " group on Facebook mate? If not go join it and there are plenty of stuff for sale there including markers and mars bars
I do love me a mars bar, I love my gun man, not looking for a change just thought second hand guns isn't a common question!
I have a Gtek 160r on the way, and I was wondering...what hopper/tank should I run if I want a light, and fast speedball setup. I was looking at the virtue spire 200 hopper but I'm not sure if it can keep up when I'm shooting on uncapped semi, and I was also looking at the ninja carbon fiber ultralight 68/4500 tank. In your opinion, would this setup work, or if you have a different hopper/tank in mind, what would it be?
Lightest tank is going to be the Ninja SL 45/45. The Spire is a great loader, but a bit slower than some of the others. The best value for fast hoppers right now is probably the Z2 only $100 and feed as fast as anything. To me the more important thing about tanks is how it feels on the gun, for the the 45 and 68 are to short. I like the SL 77 and Empire Ultra 80.
Thank you for getting back to me! Love the channel! Keep up the good work.
kobe german dont waist money on 200. If you want stock class buy empire snipers stocktubes. Otherwize go full monty with spire 280
how would you get to play paintball in a team
Do playing paintball videos
I do them when I can, I'm not able to get out to the field every weekend though :(
Do you think the NXL will keep the "W" wall or will they change to another shape or style?
The W is going away for the 2018 season. This was already confirmed by the NCPA who said that the NXL is also dropping the W for 2018.
I’m brand new to paintball and I’m trying out for my bosses D3 team any tips? I’ve played 3 times total over the years with rental gear I’m getting a Etha 2 and lt r hopper I am normally a speedsofter for airsoft so i know some things but what else can I practice?
Work on sliding if you are gonna play dorito or snake. Honeslty tho it comes down to game sense and aim. It’s really just fundamentals like aim and sliding, game sense, communication etc. If you have air and paint and somewhere to shoot just find three things to shit at and just go back and forth shooting them and work on snap shooting
There is so much more but if you have those things down you’ll do good regardless
ok so I've been playing paintball for a few years now and I want to get into turniments but I'm still a teen. I use a mini gs, is there a better gun I could use or what?
unless you have a decent job, are able to travel on your own, are on a decent team, and you are done with school (high school and college) you will probably be limited to whatever events your local field puts on.
Hey man love your videos and I have three questions. is there going to be a new Jt Pro Flex coming out? when will it come out? and do you think it's worth getting?
No
#PBQT alright attempt #2 so I've got an Axe Pro great marker, I've been considering getting the Luxe 2.0. But is that price tag worth it? (And yeah I know you probably get a lot of questions so no worries keep up making great videos 👍🏻)
Jake Martin why get a new marker lol
If somethi g Works dont cgange it. However reward yourself when you reach a Set goal for exelling in skill
liking this channel
Thanks!
D Y N A S T !
YYYYYYYYYY
Well and heat
I just bought this set up and wanted to know if it was good enough for a beginner
etek 3 120
halo too 20
tippman 48ci/3000psi 20
people are going to sh*t on the etek 3, but its a solid marker. What mask?
SSniper14 PB well i've been told since it used to be a tournament level marker, for the price it was a nice deal
the mask is the only shit part, as it is a jt reflex
osacr sanchez buy some profilers or something, it’s a solid mask
#PBQT Double whammy here: I've noticed a resurgence in interest in autocockers, am I alone in this? Also, if there is one, do you think we'll see some more big name companies (PE, Dye, ect...) making new ones like the Empire is?
What is your favorite magfed paintball marker?
At this point I really like the Tippmann TMC or the First Strike T15 if you want to shoot First Strike paintballs.
#PBQT Where can i find paintball teams that I can tryout and join?
Any advice to save money with equipment? Australia is expensive...
buy used
Hey do you think I should get a used G5
many better options out there...
I want to get into pump paintball. I don"t know to much about pump but I know that I want something better than a kaos and not is expensive as a CCM T2. Any advice? #PBQT
Empire sniper or any midlevel autocoker pump
Yes, Shocker review
Just wondering whats in the Geo box on your shelf.
Nothing hahaha. Well the case for my 3.5 but other than that nothing :) RSX review is coming....
I have a question. I don't know what gun to get. I'm a beginner. I could get a Spyder victor with everything or get a kaos for the same price. what should I do.
King of fishes 324 funny you say this the very first gun I got was a Victor only time it wouldn't shoot it broke paint once. I just bought the kaos yesterday I'll tell you what I think
tippmann tmc is an excellent starting gun, it runs hopper and magfed, the marker itself is only 200$, reliable and super light!!!! im still using this gun with some attachments and stuff and im no begginer anymore! still a great gun! especially for it's price! the only thing is with the price, the stock,shroud, and magazines are plastic, most mags are anyways i think
Kaos is great and only 100$
koas is a speedball gun and tmc is a rifle more for woodsball
Cole Johnson correct I was just saying because I told him I'd tell him how I liked it when I used it and I used it last week
#pbqt
How would you tune a gun like a 160r like with the dwell and stuff like that?
There is no tuning to be done on Gteks. The dwell setting has no effect on the actual mechanics of the marker.
TheMadman has great planet eclipse tuning videos
#pbqt Brad, I checked out the Ecom store in the link and was checking out the swag. The black hoodie was cool so I was checking out the back design did they print escape with a typo? or, err ... Whats going on there?
Hahaha damn! I totally forgot! Yes the first sample had a typo, so the shirt that I have has a typo all the one after that are fixed. You just reminded me I never changed the image in the store. 👍
Ah cool, right on, fast reply. Take care
Need some tips for new set up
price? speedball, recball, or woodsball?
go Dynasty!!
#pbqt what is the lightest hopper with batteries installed?
thats actually worth buying? The pinokio speed
JT Revolution. The "best" is probably the Z2
why z2? They seem a bit fragile. Now that they're the same price as a pinokio speed I might have to get one
#pbqt what is a good air airball/speedball marker under 450
Lots! I feel like I have covered this in some video, I would say Etha 2 or Axe 2.0
R. I. P. Brad, you were too young.
@Jaedon Humphrey i was probably trolling or saying that he wasnt posting videos anymore... it was so long ago i dont remember.
#PBQT how do i get better at pump play
I will never understand Tournament Paintball, I like going tactical and having those long running games where you can relax a little and have fun
I relax too much in regular life, I need the opposite 😃
@@PaintballRuinedMyLife Haha that I can relate too, I guess I'm just an all around lazy person even on the field because most the time I'm designated support cause my gun has the longest range
#PBQT Rate my beginner setup: Axe 2.0, Dye LTR, Tippmann 48/3000 psi aluminum tank, Dye I5
Blue Eclipse save $100 and get some vio ascends or a different mask less than $100 and use that money into buying a better tank
7/10
carbon fiber tank
pinokio speed (I hate rotors, they just jam constantly)
axe is good, but the gtek and etha 2 are just better
#pbqt axe 2.0 or proto maxxed rize
So basically paintball gun katas.
Watch his videos of him playing and then ask someone else, cause he can't play.
how to get better: dont give a shit about what kind of gear you have, dont get sucked into the fashion show, improve on your game not your looks or gear...
The Russian are the best hands down
GSL boooooooo.
Hey do you think I should get a used G5
Im not really a fan. I think in the used G5 price, I would look for an Axe or Mini GS.
+Paintball Ruined My Life Or a used DM6/PM6/Shocker NXT/JT Impulse. All top of the line and are still able to compete with more modern markers