Are $1000 markers and pro clothes socially acceptable for Newbs and rec games? - Page 3

chopper duke · 04-23-2011, 10:07 PM

Years ago, it would have bothered me to see a brand new player sporting brand new gear. Now, nah.

Wanting to have the best gear available is understandable.

Who cares what others say.

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Originally Posted by freedom

just a different direction here...

in rec games, i'll shoot for the guys with the high-end gear first.

What do you consider "high-end"?

corykusmc06 · 04-23-2011, 10:14 PM

well i may be wrong but my markers i have now are dm8, egox and a 2011 emipe axe. also a smart parts epiphany i picked up for dirt cheap. i have fiber wrapped tanks on all of them and a halo, prophecy, and rotor for hoppers.
from what im told pretty nice setups for newb.

paintslinger16 · 04-23-2011, 10:15 PM

IMO yes, but only if you act like you know it all, and every else knows you don't....
My advise for the next few months, pick up a Tippy 98 or a rental and learn the game...play in the beginner games if your field has that option, but learn the basics..

Exdee · 04-23-2011, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by chopper duke

What do you consider "high-end"?

Anyone holding a paintball marker

tomdabmb · 04-23-2011, 10:16 PM

i used a pmi traccer wear a 30 mask wear jersey and sweatpants and love playig you make the game not the gear

mxmtl · 04-23-2011, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by corykusmc06

I know the post seems stupid but hobbys are all about making a new friends for me. i already got a little negative feed back when i showed up with brand new ego and didnt know how to play lol.

I can relate! I pretty much started the same way. After renting a couple times, then grabbing a used Spyder, my fourth time out I showed up with a brand new Ego setup, wore full on speedball gear from head to toe, and jumped right in with the advanced group / walk-on airball. I remember getting overshot and bunkered a lot, but I still kept coming back every weekend to learn from my mistakes and get better. In a year, I made lots of new friends, made it on a team, and placed with them to take home some cool prizes.

Mirad · 04-23-2011, 10:39 PM

After 7 yrs of playing. I still wear jeans and a long sleeved shirt. I always spend my money on markers than clothing :S Wear what is comfy. I hope to pick up a jersey, pants, knee pads, elbow and shin guards soon. I have my Red/Black Nike Zoom cleats that I never wore yet haha.

I started with a Tippmann Pro-Lite then moved to Cockers, an Eblade, and then to Snipers. I doubt I'll compete in electro Speedball since it no longer appeals to me. Pump is what I prefer now.

corykusmc06 · 04-23-2011, 10:45 PM

i am really glad my brother refered me to this forum. seems like alot of knowledge and friendly experience in here. Any of you from San diego area or know any san diegans on the forum?

vozzy · 04-23-2011, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freedom

just a different direction here...

in rec games, i'll shoot for the guys with the high-end gear first.

chopper duke · 04-23-2011, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by corykusmc06

i am really glad my brother refered me to this forum. seems like alot of knowledge and friendly experience in here. Any of you from San diego area or know any san diegans on the forum?

There are quite few actually. Check the location forums.

http://www.mcarterbrown.com/forums/west-coast/

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04-23-2011, 10:14 PM	#22 (permalink)
corykusmc06 Rec Poster Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Southern Maine	well i may be wrong but my markers i have now are dm8, egox and a 2011 emipe axe. also a smart parts epiphany i picked up for dirt cheap. i have fiber wrapped tanks on all of them and a halo, prophecy, and rotor for hoppers. from what im told pretty nice setups for newb.

04-23-2011, 10:15 PM	#23 (permalink)
paintslinger16 MCB Member Join Date: Mar 2006	IMO yes, but only if you act like you know it all, and every else knows you don't.... My advise for the next few months, pick up a Tippy 98 or a rental and learn the game...play in the beginner games if your field has that option, but learn the basics..

04-23-2011, 10:45 PM	#28 (permalink)
corykusmc06 Rec Poster Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Southern Maine	i am really glad my brother refered me to this forum. seems like alot of knowledge and friendly experience in here. Any of you from San diego area or know any san diegans on the forum?