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MrJR · 04-06-2006, 10:56 PM

Introduction: I was going to post a guide for stock class play, but I thought I would start a discussion first, so as to make sure all aspects are thoroughly covered.

Purpose: to help us all understand what stock class paintball is really about. I recognize that there are views about what constitutes stock class play, and I'm sure we can have a fruitful, respectful discussion. I will start by offering my understanding of stock class, at which point the more knowledgeable members should feel free to chime in.

Stock Class Paintball
-A style of play in which players compete using fundamental skills, such as movement, team tactics, and purposeful aiming, rather than rate of fire to win the match.

Marker must meet the following basic guidelines:
-Pump action. One pump per shot. No pneumatic assist.
-Powered by 12 gram CO2 catridge
-Paintballs loaded via a "stick feed" mounted horizontally in relation to the barrel

Additionally, the following rules are typically enforced:
-Only one paintball can rest above the breech in the feed
-A stickfeed may have a capacity of no more than 20 balls
-CO2 changer must require at least two full turns to remove
-CO2 changer must be bucket style or use a tube and plug. Dropout changers and lever changers not permitted.
-No check valve may be installed to retain gas pressure in marker when CO2 cartridge is removed

Some even more quirky rules have been applied at one time or another:
It should be noted that these rules are no longer in use, and were probably used with specific types in mind. They were probably not intended to exclude common markers.
-Marker must have non-removable barrel
-Barrel should be unported
-Marker should not be equipped with an autotrigger
-Stick feed should be mounted touching the barrel

Stock Class Today:
Practically speaking, Stock Class refers to the use of a marker that meets the basic guidelines above. That is, a stock class marker is:
-Powered by 12 gram CO2 catridges
-Fed by a stick feed.

[No organization provides official rules; specific rules will be determined by event organizers.]

Modified Stock Class:
Use of marker that is fed by a stick feed, but can be powered using a "bulk" CO2 tank, instead of 12 gram cartridges. Many prefer Mod Stock because it saves the expense of 12 grams.

Gentlemen and Ladies, feel free to offer your input. I may have overlooked something in compiling this guide. Feel free to offer your courteous suggestions if you feel there is something incorrect or missing.

MrJR

04-06-2006, 10:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
MrJR Seasoned Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 709	What is Stock Class Paintball? Introduction: I was going to post a guide for stock class play, but I thought I would start a discussion first, so as to make sure all aspects are thoroughly covered. Purpose: to help us all understand what stock class paintball is really about. I recognize that there are views about what constitutes stock class play, and I'm sure we can have a fruitful, respectful discussion. I will start by offering my understanding of stock class, at which point the more knowledgeable members should feel free to chime in. Stock Class Paintball -A style of play in which players compete using fundamental skills, such as movement, team tactics, and purposeful aiming, rather than rate of fire to win the match. Marker must meet the following basic guidelines: -Pump action. One pump per shot. No pneumatic assist. -Powered by 12 gram CO2 catridge -Paintballs loaded via a "stick feed" mounted horizontally in relation to the barrel Additionally, the following rules are typically enforced: -Only one paintball can rest above the breech in the feed -A stickfeed may have a capacity of no more than 20 balls -CO2 changer must require at least two full turns to remove -CO2 changer must be bucket style or use a tube and plug. Dropout changers and lever changers not permitted. -No check valve may be installed to retain gas pressure in marker when CO2 cartridge is removed Some even more quirky rules have been applied at one time or another: It should be noted that these rules are no longer in use, and were probably used with specific types in mind. They were probably not intended to exclude common markers. -Marker must have non-removable barrel -Barrel should be unported -Marker should not be equipped with an autotrigger -Stick feed should be mounted touching the barrel Stock Class Today: Practically speaking, Stock Class refers to the use of a marker that meets the basic guidelines above. That is, a stock class marker is: -Powered by 12 gram CO2 catridges -Fed by a stick feed. [No organization provides official rules; specific rules will be determined by event organizers.] Modified Stock Class: Use of marker that is fed by a stick feed, but can be powered using a "bulk" CO2 tank, instead of 12 gram cartridges. Many prefer Mod Stock because it saves the expense of 12 grams. Gentlemen and Ladies, feel free to offer your input. I may have overlooked something in compiling this guide. Feel free to offer your courteous suggestions if you feel there is something incorrect or missing. MrJR Last edited by MrJR; 04-07-2006 at 05:37 PM.