Kit and Equipment

New paintballer players don’t need to buy any specialist clothing or equipment because Go Ballistic supplies everything needed to enjoy the game. Face masks, overalls and balaclava snoods are all provided in addition to markers, battle packs and hoppers.

There is nothing more important than the rule requiring players to wear face and eye protection at all times unless they are in the designated safe zone. Masks provided are specially designed for the job and are fully adjustable to ensure a really snug fit.

Overalls are issued to players in order to provide protection from all the paint that’ll be flying about in the game zones. However, paintball paint is fully biodegradable so it won’t ruin anything. Most Go Ballistic sites sell gloves as well and although they are not really essential, they can be a nice added extra if you want them.

Aside from all the kit and equipment Go Ballistic issues to players, there a couple of things new players should be aware of with regard to their own personal clothing.

Baggy clothing helps to deflect paintballs away from you but the fit should also allow easy movement as well so tracksuit bottoms are ideal. Shorts are not really a good idea because they may not offer enough protection to your legs

For more regular players knee and elbow pads, chest protectors and shin guards will offer good cushioning from the terrain and allow players more freedom to crawl, roll and dive during the game. Again, these items are not essential but could be a good investment if you intend to play more regularly.
Comfortable shoes should also be worn because paintball is a physical activity and so good footwear is worth its weight in gold. However, there’s really no need to shell out on the latest army boots because a good pair of old trainers will do just as good a job.

Tournament teams are taking clothing to the next level, with jerseys in team colours with team and player names printed on them becoming very popular. Elbow, knee and shin pads are also worn by these players for protection out on a Sup’ Air field.

Tournament players generally steer clear from traditional woodland camouflage because it’s not much use out amongst the inflatables which are usually brightly coloured. With this in mind, tournament jerseys tend to be more colourful like ice hockey shirts.

Remember, Go Ballistic provides everything needed to enjoy a game of paintball so all you need to do is get out there and play!