Overview of Paintball
Paintball is a competitive team shooting sport that combines strategy, teamwork, shooting skills, and athleticism.
Cost Breakdown
- The regular entry fee to a paintball field is around $30 per person.
- Additional pods of paintballs cost $15.
- Paintballs range from $15 – $30 per 500 rounds, and $50-75 per 2000 rounds.
- Paintball guns range from $20 to $2,000. Masks cost $15 to $100.
Paintball as a Combat Sport
Paintball is a thrilling combat sport that requires exertion, skill, and competition. Players eliminate opponents by hitting them with paint-filled capsules shot from low-power air guns.
Safety and Equipment
To prevent marks, players should wear thick clothing over padding, keep distance, aim low, and chronograph guns.
Playing Paintball
Objectives vary by game type. Teams or individuals win by eliminating opponents from the playing field, using markers powered by compressed air to shoot paint-filled pellets bursting on impact.
Affordability and Enjoyment
Starting out, a 500 paintball bag typically costs $10 to $15. Rental equipment adds $20-30. Entry fees help offset operational costs like insurance, rentals, and field maintenance.