Once of Smart Parts’ sales representatives posted on PBN the durability of their electropneumatic paintball markers, specifically their SP-1 and Vibe. Both of these paintball guns retail for about $150 each. These two markers are considered entry/beginner level guns, competing with most Kingman Spyders and the notorious Tippmann 98 Custom. Smart Parts is really trying …
Category Archives: Guns
Tippmann’s 2008 Gun Lineup
Tippmann recently sent out their 2008 product catalog to all of their dealers. I got mine today and must say that I’m impressed with their innovation. On top of their X7 and A-5, Tippmann is introducing 3 “new” markers into their 2008 product line: the 98 Custom Pro Platinum Series, 98 Custom Platinum Series, and …
Proto SLG Drops in Price
Proto SLG Paintball Marker The Proto SLG has recently dropped in price from $249.95 to $199.95. The good thing about this is that it increases its competition with the Smart Parts Ion, its biggest rival. I personally own the SLG (two of them actually), and they shoot with very little “kick” and with great overall …
Smart Parts Ion Takes a Price Cut – $164.95
Xtremez is now offering the Smart Parts Ion for only $164.95, the lowest price on the web so far. If you’ve been on the moon the last few years, the Smart Parts Ion has been praised as one of the best low-end paintball guns on the market today. Its functionality and performance can be compared …
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Tippmann X7 Goes On Sale
I was tipped off that Tippmann will be running a November promotion, placing all their Tippmann X7‘s 10-15% off regular price. If you’re in the market for an X7, now would be a great time buy one. One of Tippmann’s most successful and reliable paintball guns on the market, the X7 should perform well in …
Kingman Offers Universal Mail-in Rebates $10-$20 Off
Are you planning on purchasing a Kingman Spyder anytime soon? You’re in luck if you are. Kingman Spyder has just opened up a universal Mail-in Rebate program which allows its customers from any dealer (i.e. Xtremez, ActionVillage, or even local stores) to mail in their receipt, UPC code, and coupon form and receive a rebate …
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Eclipse “Aurora” SL74 Ego… Eh.
Well, I usually get somewhat excited to see a new paintball gun on the market; not this time. Planet Eclipse released this “Special Edition” SL74 Ego recently. It’s basically a black SL74 with an Aurora kit installed on it. Aurora means: an atmospheric phenomenon consisting of bands of light caused by charged solar particles following …
Signatures Series Paintball Guns
I have yet to see why manufacturers sign ‘Signature Series’ deals with the “big shot” paintballers. I’m talking guns like: Redz Ego ‘Jeff Orr’ Autocockers NXT Shockers You hear names in the industry, but do you want to pay extra to have their name autographed on your gun? I suppose I can see why some …
Spyder Takes the Lead in Preference
It seems we spoke too soon after our poll was launched showing what paintballer’s prefer between: Tippmann or Kingman Spyder paintball guns. Part of it is my fault for not waiting for more accurate results. There must of been a wave of Tippmann ballers browsing the site when I saw the poll. With over 500 …
The Votes are In
Our previous paintball poll was created almost a week ago, and the results are already showing. Our hope was to find out from the paintball community, who really is the Man: Tippmann or Kingman? With over 400 votes, I believe it’s safe to say that Tippmann is winning the race of “Most preferred Paintball Gun” …