How do you protect yourself from paintball?

The main rule of thumb for paintballing is to leave as little skin exposed as possible – those paintballs can really sting – so avoid vests and anything with short sleeves and instead wear a jumper, hoody or a long-sleeved t-shirt.

How bad does it hurt to get hit by a paintball?

The pain will range from ‘similar to being snapped by an elastic band’ to ‘getting stung by a bee’, and the worst you’ll get is a small bruise or welt, nothing too dramatic so long as you stick to the rules.

How do you prepare for paintball?

What to wear to paintball.

1. Paintball mask/goggles to cover your full face.
2. Baseball cap, sandana or scarf for hair and head protection.
3. Long Pants – blue jeans or cargo pants.
4. Long sleeve t-shirts with a sweatshirt or Jersey over.
5. Running shoes, hiking boots or cleats depending on the playing surface.

Will my clothes get ruined at paintball?

Paintballs are nonstaining, nontoxic, and biodegradable. As such, the paintball fill will not permanently stain your clothes. Your clothes can be laundered as normal to remove any paint residue.

Is paintball safe for 12 year olds?

Yes: Paintball is safe for kids. Paintball is not only a fun and exciting family activity, but it’s extremely safe for people of all ages. Like the sport itself, paintball equipment is safe for kids.

Are sweatpants good for paintball?

Sweatshirts and sweatpants are excellent choices if it is chilly enough outside. Another good reason to wear thick layers of clothing is strategy. Soft materials will actually cause paintballs to break less often because it absorbs much of the impact of the shot.

Do paintball guns hurt?

It’s very common for players to feel a slight sting, similar to a firm flick on the arm. The pain is minor and typically fades quickly. While most hits are insignificant, a paintball can cause bruises and welts. The severity depends on the speed of the ball, the distance the ball travels, and where it hits your body.

How far can a paintball gun fire?

around 80-100 feet
The effective range of a paintball gun depends on the paint and what your opponents are wearing (softer clothing does stop paintballs from breaking), but is usually around 80-100 feet.

What paintball gun is best?

The Top Rated Paintball Markers of 2021

• Tippmann Cronus. Planet PB Marker Review Score.
• Tippmann A5. Planet PB Marker Review Score.
• Dye Proto Rail MaXXed. Planet PB Marker Review Score.
• Spyder MR100. Planet PB Marker Review Score.
• Tippmann US Army Project Salvo.
• Tippmann 98 Custom.
• Empire Mini.
• Empire Axe.

Are jeans or sweats better for paintball?

Therefore shorts are not recommended. Many players wear dark/ loose sweat pants, jeans, bdu cargo pants, jump suits or paintball specific pants. This is one of the most important components, as ankle injuries from paintball are the most common. Lots of people wear football or soccer cleats, army boots or hiking boots.