Dye Assault and Proto Fighter 08 Harnesses

New from Dye for 2008, the Dye Assault Pack is the most high-tech pack so far. It was designed by a team consisting of employees of Dye and some of the best professional players in the world. The main issue that players have had with harnesses in the past is that they are too heavy. Dye knew this, and did everything they could to cut weight off without sacrificing durability or comfort. The result is a pod pack that is about 5 ounces lighter than any other pack Dye has made. Dye used a stronger type of Velcro on the straps that hold the pods in place that can withstand up to 55 mph winds, or the equivalent force, so they will never accidentally open up when you dive or slide. The 2008 Assault Pack is the first to feature a plastic frame at the bottom of each pod loop to keep it open at all times. This makes putting the pods in and getting them back out much easier than ever before. The materials used in this pack are designed with as much ventilation as possible to help keep you cool on the field. This, combined with the design of the pack itself, gives the most comfortable setup for a pod pack so far. The Assault Pack comes in a 3+4 configuration and a 4+5, which will allow you to carry up to 7 or 9 pods on the field depending on which model you buy. The Dye Assault Pack starts at $74.95 for a 3+4, and the 4+5 sells for $79.95.

For players with a smaller budget, Proto also has a new pod pack for 2008, the Proto Fighter Pack. The Fighter Pack, like the Assault Pack, was designed with an emphasis on reducing weight. It does not have all of the extras that come with the Assault Pack, but it is a very well-built pack at a lower cost. The Fighter Pack starts at $34.95 for a 3+4, and the 4+5 sells for $39.95.

Viewloader Dynasty VLocity Paintball Loader

The Dynasty VLocity is the newest high-tech loader from Viewloader. It uses a VLocity Jr shell so it is smaller than a regular VLocity. Viewloader teamed up with Dynasty, one of the best teams in paintball, to make this the best loader ever made.

The Dynasty VLocity features Adjustable Select Force technology with 4 different speed settings. The battery life is increased around 30% from the standard VLocity. The Dynasty VLocity has instant auto anti-jam with 3 different settings. The programming was also redone to improve the loading consistency and eliminate stuttering. It uses a new 4 eye system to detect when it needs to feed even faster than before, virtually eliminating the delay between when you start firing and when the Dynasty VLocity starts loading. The electronic improvements make the Dynasty VLocity extremely fast.

Viewloader also made some physical changes for the Dynasty VLocity. The biggest change they made is using the new “Ninja” drive cone paddle to speed the loader up. The new paddle, combined with the electronic improvements, allows the Dynasty VLocity to feed up to 25 balls per second on-gun, and up to 35 balls per second free-fall. It also comes with a SpeedFeed stock, and has a giant mouth lid so you will be able to reload quickly without spilling paint. As a finishing touch, Viewloader also included a Dynasty sticker sheet because everyone loves free stickers.

The Dynast VLocity sells for $159.95, and can be found at EVPaintball.

Refurbished Guns -- By Richard

When shopping for a gun most people have a specific budget that they have to follow. One good option to get more for your money is to look into getting a refurbished gun which will give you the same marker for up to half the price. Refurbished guns are guns that have been returned directly to the manufacturer because they were defected, or just returned in a Big box store. The company then takes the guns and repairs them back to new or better then new performance. Each gun that is refurbished is tested to ensure it's the same quality as a new gun and even carries the same warranty.

The biggest difference between a new gun and a refurbished gun is that refurbished guns come in white or brown boxes instead of fancy packaging. All the parts that came with the original gun are also still included with a refurbished gun. Sometimes there will be minor scratches or scuffs on refurbished guns but nothing that is going to damage performance of the gun. Refurbished guns are going to be a better deal then a used gun because they are going to be set up by the factory from the people that know them the best to work like new.

Most major companies provide refurbished models including Spyder, WGP, Brass Eagle, and JT.

Spyders:

• Pilot ACS Red Fade
• Pilot ACS Blue
  
• Fenix
• VS2
• VS3
• E-MR1
• MR2
• MR3

WGP Autocockers:

• Trilogy Sport
• Trilogy Competition
• Trilogy Pro

Brass Eagle and JT:

• Avenger Red w/ Foregrip
• Avenger Red w/out Foregrip
• Avenger Blue w/ Foregrip
• JT 3.5
  

Dye Meta Gloves -- By: Richard

Dye has consistently been the leader in the paintball products for many years now and has recently introduced the biggest change in paintball gloves EVER. One of the most common things players do when they get a pair of gloves is cut the first two fingers off to improve mobility. The new '08 Meta gloves are fingerless right from the start but include padding on the back of your hand where it really matters. Made of Lycra the Meta fits like a second skin and is one of the most comfortable and natural gloves to wear. If your looking for a glove that isn't going to slow your fingers down the 08' Dye Meta glove is one of the best choice out on the market today.

Camouflage: Ghillie Suits

One of the most common forms of clothing when playing paintball in the woods is camouflage. Camouflage helps break up the shape of your body and reduce the chance that you will be spotted by your opponent. A step beyond camouflage is a ghillie which breaks up your shape to an even higher level with blending your whole body into a consistent color scheme. A ghillie suit is usually colored to match your environment and textured to blend in while taking away the shape of your body.

The main things to look for in a ghillie suit are mobility and comfort. The Ghillie suit from Major Paintball and survival provides a very comfortable option. Coming in 3 pieces, a Hood, Jacket, and Pants the ghillie suit fits to your body unlike a poncho that just drapes over. Since the ghillie suit is worn like any other pair of pants and jacket mobility is not hindered at all. The jacket is well vented and will stay cool on even the hottest of summer days.

Included along with the suit is a camouflaged ghillie gun wrap to keep your marker covered as well as your body. Affordable and comfortable this ghillie suit is the number one choice in my opinion for woods ball player (A must for a sniper).