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joliver375
01-04-2006, 07:53 PM
I’ve decided to go with the Tippmann A-5 as my first Marker and I have some questions.

Barrel
If I go with a Flatline Barrel can I change it for better play on ‘tight’ courses such as urban or MOUT type games?

Having the ability to switch the Marker from a M-16 type weapon to a MP-5 type weapon with a barrel change appeals to me.

Air source
Which size?

The pricing is very close on the Various tank sizes and I can see the re-fill cost benefit of a larger air tank but will a 20oz make the Marker too unwieldy if attached directly?

Protection
How common are hand or groin shots?

I’m no stranger to pain but would rather not spend 3 days with gonads the size of oranges if I can avoid it. I’ve also seen referees wearing gloves and can read the writing on the wall. Would the weather rule out the practical use of gloves and/or groin protection?

Smoke
What are the rules about smoke devices aka ‘bombs’?

I saw someone deploying some and wanted to make sure they were legal before acquiring some.

DM5GUNNA
01-04-2006, 08:20 PM
lol i can only answer one of those questions, cuz i dont member nething bout my old a5, but i would highly reccomend wearina cup. I do and i dont care how much crap i get about it, but that just aint happenin lol

alldugan
01-04-2006, 10:15 PM
A cup is fine, I keep a pad in my sliders. Gloves are a good idea.