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First Time Bying Advice
for New Players and Parents

	Paintball as a sport is growing at a fantastic rate. New players of all ages are entering the sport and having the times of their lives. Paintball is very exciting and new players of any age have complete control over their involvement level in any game play. If uncomfortable in any situation a player need only raise their hand or paintball marker and walk safely to the Neutral area. Referees and observers will assist players when called upon, most if not all fellow players will lend assistance to new players in need. New players should never feel alone or confused, someone will always be there to help. We were all new players once! Come to Banshee Paintball Guns and Equipment (located upstairs in the Fishers Stationary building at 122 Portland Street Dartmouth) and ask as many questions as you can think of. We'll try to answer them all as best we can. Safety is the first rule to enjoying this sport
Minimum Equipment to play
	Paintball marker The paintball marker the main equipment item. Paintball markers propel the paintball by the use of compressed air or CO2. The rate at which the gases are released regulate the paintball's speed or "Feet per second". Paintball markers range in price and functionality but perform the same basic function of propelling the paintball at a regulated speed. Banshee Paintball sells excellent beginner paintball markers. Drop in or follow the link below. Paintball Markers
	Hopper The paintball hopper is the reservoir or holder for the paintballs themselves. The bottom funnel shape design allows single paintballs to enter the marker. Basic hoppers are inexpensive, advanced hoppers can be costly. Paintball hoppers usually hold 200 paintballs but specialty hoppers can hold from 40 to 300 paintballs. Paintball Hoppers
	Paintballs Paintballs are the marking devices for indicating a hit. Made of Gel and filled with colored non toxic paint, they break when they strike an object. The paintballs vary in size by very small amounts, accuracy and distance depend greatly on the paint to barrel match. Before buying paintballs by the 1000s you should try a small amount first. The differences in brands of paintballs from manufacturers is a subject that nearly warrants it's own book. Paintballs NEVER contain red paint. Please note...... Some fields will not allow the use of "Chain store" paintballs. Paintballs
	CO2 or Compressed Air Paintball markers propel the paintballs by the use of expanding gases. The two most common propellants would be CO2 and Compressed air. CO2 or Carbon Dioxide would be the reccomended propellent for new players with entry level paintball markers. The CO2 containers or bottles as commonly called come in many sizes which are measured in ounces of fluid contained within. Common sizes are 9, 12, 16 and 20 ounce. How Many shots per tank size? CO2 and Compressed Air Tanks
	Barrel Plug The barrel plug fits snuggly in the end of the paintball markers barrel. The plug is a safety device which prevents a paintball from leaving the marker when accidentally fired. The plug is required at all fields and many stores require it be in when you bring your marker in for service. The barrel plug remains in your barrel until you enter the playing area, when you leave the field you must replace the barrel plug or chance being asked to leave. Barrel Blocking Devices
	Barrel Squeegee The barrel squeegee is used to clean the inside of the barrel in the case of a paintball breakage. Once in a while you will get a bad paintball or a damaged ball that will break in the barrel. The paint inside the barrel will create drag on different sides of the paintball causing it to spin and fly in an uncontrollable manner. Shots can stray far wide of intended targets when left un cleaned. Barrel Sgueegee
	The Mask The single most important safety item in the sport. The paintball mask protects the eyes first and foremost. Also protected is the ears, nose, lips and other soft skin areas. Players must NEVER, EVER, remove their mask in the play area. The goggle portion of paintball masks has thermal properties which reduce fogging and has been designed to withstand paintball hits. Drop into Banshee Paintball and talk to us about your mask needs or view our paintball mask line on the site. Paintball Masks
	Neck Protector The neck protector is a very important safety device required by a growing number of paintball fields. Paintball hits on any exposed flesh can sting and sometimes leave bruises, don't find out the hard way. Popular neck protectors are available at Banshee Paintball.
	Marker Oil The best way to protect your investment in a new paintball marker from Banshee Paintball is to clean it after each use and lubricate it with a marker oil such as the Extreme Rage marker oil shown. More often than not most paintball marker malfunctions can be avoided with proper lubrication and care. Read your owners manual for proper lubricating procedures and reccomended lubricants. Marker Oils
	Gloves Not a required part of your safety equipment paintball gloves are an item you should still have. For new players and youngsters, a paintball hit on the fingers could take the fun out of their morning. Enjoy the sport more with some paintball gloves. Paintball Gloves

How Many Shots Can I Get From a Tank?

CO2 at 850 psi operating pressure at a temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit	Shots	HP Air 3000 psi at 850 psi at a temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit	Shots	HP Air 4500 PSI at 850 psi at a temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit	Shots
7 oz tank	350	48 cu	480	48 cu	720
9 oz tank	425	68 cu	680	68 cu	1020
12 oz tank	600	88 cu	880	88 cu	1320
14 oz tank	700	96 cu	960	96 cu	1440
16 oz tank	900	110 cu	1100	110 cu	1650
20 oz tank	1100	114 cu	1140	114 cu	1710

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Purchasing Note*

Although you may be considering making your paintball purchase elsewhere be aware that unlike Banshee Paintball Guns and Equipment most stores do not carry parts for their product lines or even service what they sell - 14 days after you walk out the door you are on your own. We hear this too often when customers bring their orphaned paintball gun brands into the shop hoping to get them fixed. We would recommend that if you can't get parts locally, don't buy. Be wary of buying orphaned product lines on-line. That brand x gun may be cheaper, and even work for a short time, but when it breaks down you will be out of luck. Instead buy a reliable, proven, and serviceable paintball gun from Banshee Paintball Guns and Equipment.

Banshee Paintball Guns and Equipment
hopes that this has answered many of your questions.
If you have more please feel free to telephone us (902)469-BALL.

Remember....
If you can by a paintball marker and shampoo in the same store, your wasting your money.