The NPPL Huntington Beach event just ended March 29th. Congratulations to X-factor for winning 1st place. Who’s talking now Dynasty and Ironmen? Below you will find the score results for every division, as well as the prize money each team went home with. Also, I posted twovideos that One4one.tv released after covering the entire event. Enjoy.
PROFESSIONAL
1) San Antonio X-Factor ($15,000)
2) St. Louis Avalanche ($5,000)
3) San Diego Dynasty ($2,000)
4) Golden State Ironmen ($1,000)
SEMI PROFESSIONAL
1) Arsenal Evolution ($10,000)
2) Method of Destruction ($5,000)
3) Impact ($2,500)
4) Avalanche Army ($1,250)
DIVISION I
1) Aftermath II ($8,000)
2) Hollywood HK ($4,000)
3) Splat Kids ($2,000)
4) All or Nothing ($1,000)
DIVISION II
1) L.A. Endurance ($6,000)
2) Miami Rage ($3,000)
3) DC Arsenal Predators ($1,500)
4) Aftermath Factory ($750)
DIVISION III
1) CS Union ($4,000)
2) NV ($2,000)
3) Rockstar Factory Red ($1,000)
4) Black Cell ($500)
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 to win the beginner-level market. Why? Because the average paintballer only plays for about two years… no joke. Because of this, the volume of beginner players is much higher than experienced.
A few months ago I threw together a table comparing the new Smart Parts gun line. I suggest you take a look at it if you’re curious to see how the Vibe and SP-1 will match up against the others.
By reducing and refining the electropneumatic systems that we have perfected in professional level paintball markers, our design team has radically raised the bar for performance, reliability and efficiency that is affordable to the first time player. While both new markers share the same internal structure and operating characteristics, each has its own unique flavor: the Vibe for the player moving fast on the speedball field, and the SP-1 for the scenario player in the woods. -Scott
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 Field Rental Marker. In reality they’re just modified 98 Customs. However, they each serve a purpose.
Tippmann 98 Custom (Platinum Series)
“For the beginner or seasoned pro, the new 98 Custom Platinum Series Marker line maintains the reliability and durability you have come to expect from Tippmann. And with the new split receiver design it is even easier to customize, maintain, and upgrade.”
Tippmann 98 Custom Pro (Platinum Series)
The 98 Custom Pro comes with an 11-inch high-performance barrel for better accuracy, double trigger, and a drop forward. Comes with A.C.T (Anti-Chop Technology). A small bump up from the regular 98 Custom.
Tippmann Field Rental Marker
Since the 98 Custom is already a standard field rental gun, Tippmann decided to create a Field Rental version of the 98 Custom specifically made to withstand consumer use. They added the ACT technology and put an extra durable acrylic finish to it. Basically it’s a 98 that you can beat the crap out of with little ball chops.
Do you think Tippmann paintball guns are for noobs?
The 2008 PSP Phoenix event is just around the corner. It is the first of 5 events being held this year between March 13th to 16th (2008 schedule). For the noobs, the PSP (Paintball Sports Promotions) is a paintball tournament venue in the United States. Admission is free. Personally, I’ve been to about 5 or 6 of the PSP events over the past few years and had a great time. They’re tons of fun. Watching the games at the PSP are short and sweet, but extremely aggressive.
Teams should register ASAP, space is limited.
Even if you don’t have a team, definitely mark your calendar ‘PSP’ with a big red marker on March 13-16.
Team Ironmen won last year. I predict Russian Legion to take the gold for the 2008 season.
Will you be attending a PSP event this year?
PSP’s 2008 Schedule
Phoenix Open
Dates: March 13th-16th
Location: Glendale Youth Sports Complex at the University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ
Mid-Atlantic Open
Dates: May 8th-11th
Location: PBC Sports Park, Rock Hill, SC
Chicago Open
Dates: June 25th-29th
Location: Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Center, Bolingbrook, IL
Northeast Open
Dates: August 14th-17th
Location: All American Paintball Park, Greensburg, PA
World Cup*
Dates: October 20th-26th
Location: Disney’s Wide World of Sports® Complex, Orlando, FL
“The JRNY has arrived”, according to nxejrny.com. This new self-praised paintball hopper has been getting a great response from the paintball community thus far. The NXe JRNY officially hit the shelves February 1st, but with limited supply due to a “software problem” on their first batch (so far so good guys!).
The video below is the NXe CEO explaining the new hopper. I actually think it’s going to perform fairly well on field; unless of course they have another software problem.
Here is a little bit more information about what makes the JRNY unique: Continue Reading »
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