Paintball- Myths vs. Facts Regarding Paintball Markers

Myths vs. Facts Regarding Paintball Markersinjuries. Paintball markers, however, don't cause
Guns vs. Markers - Paintball markers are fearedeye injuries unless a group of players was
by some as "just like guns," and looking like them.improperly playing without the appropriate safety
In fact, there are some types of paintball gunsgear. Minor bruising is common to many widely
for sale that look like real weapons, but these areaccepted sports, including wrestling and football,
the minority. Most paintball markers arewhere bruising is more severe and can be
deliberately designed to look completely differentaccompanied by torn ligaments and/or strained
so that they can't be mistaken for anything othermuscles.
than what they are - sports equipment. They areSafety Gear is Essential
small, light and come in a variety of bright colors,If you browse an online paintball store, you will
often with fancy detailing. Tournament leveldiscover that there is just as much focus on
paintball markers in particular focus on stylish,safety gear as on the paintball markers
sleek designs that are unique.themselves. Every serious paintballers will tell you
Cheap Toys vs. Quality Equipment - Safety isthat safety gear, including protective eyewear (full
another concern that many people mention.coverage goggles and face gear) is an absolute
However, paintball markers are designed tomust. In fact, if you even attempt to play
rigorous standards and come with locking safetypaintball at a regulation field without proper safety
features and locking triggers in order to avoidgear, you will be asked to leave. There is no one
accidental discharge of a paintball. The chances ofmore serious about safety than professional
someone being accidentally hit with paintballpaintball players.
outside of the game is virtually non-existent.If you are considering paintball for yourself or
Lots of Injury vs. Safe Sport - Some peopleyour children as an action sport, take heart! It is
claim they have heard about eye injuries fromtruly one of the safest recreational activities
paintball that prove the sport is dangerous. Theyaround if you abide by the proper safety
also mention the bruises that players can sustainguidelines. So visit your online paintball store and
from close-range hits. Let's put this in perspective.don't forget that when you buy those paintball
The AMA has repeatedly noted that the mostmarkers, you need to get protective gear and
common and severe injuries in sports forsafety goggles. Then go out and have a fabulous,
students comes from baseball and basketball.safe time!
Baseball is especially prone to causing severe eye