subject: Paintball Prowess With Tippmann Markers, Military Clothing, And Military Boots [print this page] Paintball has evolved over the years to become one of the most popular extreme combat sports. It is played by athletes of all levels donning military clothing and military boots, ready to take down their opponents with Tippmann markers, the most popular weapon of choice.
In paintballs infancy, pump paintball guns were the only option. Tippmann markers revolutionized the game with fully automatics, evolving paintball into an extreme sport. Since the introduction of their SMG-60 in the 80s, Tippmann markers have become the worlds best paintball gun by consistently offering durability, affordability, and reliability.
Its impossible to go to a paintball field without seeing a Tippmann, with increasingly improved technology. As Tippmann markers pushed the boundaries of paintball from recreation to a serious combat sport, military clothing and military boots became the paintball wear of choice. Military clothing and military boots were originally designed for our service men and women, yet they have always been popular in the civilian world and are well suited for extreme sports.
Camouflage is the most popular military clothing in paintball as it offers concealment on the field. Camouflage military clothing is available in a wide range of styles to suit concealment in different environments, such as woodlands, deserts, or water.
Camouflage clothing is cheap, comfortable and practical. Beyond paintball, camouflage military clothing is suited for many other outdoor activities and sports, such as hunting and fishing. With reinforced elbows and adjustable waist tabs, camouflage military clothing is both comfortable and sturdy. Durable poly/cotton material also provides a long wash cycle life.
Military boots are also suited the game of paintball, built with durable materials and in black, jungle, or desert color options to match camouflaged military clothing. The right military boots make all the difference in a rugged situation, providing protection, ankle support, and mobility.
Military boots for marshy or knee-high water areas should be made with waterproof fabric, slip resistant soles, and resistance to blood sucking leeches that might prevail in such areas. Military boots for mountains should have soles with grip and an antibacterial lining for wet areas. Military boots for hotter desert climates should have a vent hole for cooling and a lining that reduces effects of perspiration.
To obtain paintball prowess on the field, a good, high powered Tippmann marker, concealing military clothing, and durable, protective military boots will give you a winning edge.