November 12th, 2008
When looking for the competitive edge over your opponents in paintball, using stealth is an important tactic to overthrowing your enemies. By being sneaky and staying under the radar, you can take out the opposing team without being noticed. If you are skillful enough to find practical cover, popping out at the appropriate time, firing one well-placed shot (or burst of shots), and then moving to a new location, you can eliminate everyone in no time flat.
The first step to being a stealthy player, is making sure you don’t stand out. Your clothes should be dark in color, and you shouldn’t have any shiny metal or other objects that might draw attention to you from afar. You may even want to paint your gun a dark color to avoid being noticed. Bright clothing and bare steel is a great way to get shot down at the beginning of the match.
When playing outside, proper gear and camouflage is required if you want to truly be hidden. From regular camo to full on ghillie suits, you can easily find whatever equipment you need to stay hidden from your enemy. Keep in mind, it’s important to stay nimble and mobile while playing paintball, so choose clothing that fits properly and allows you to move quickly. If you decide to go with a ghillie suit, mobility is a big concern. Choosing a correct ghillie suit depends on whether or not you plan to remain in one place or shoot and move. Ghillie ponchos or ghillie jackets combined with BDU pants will give you maximum movement. Your legs will be light and free for you to run. A full ghillie suit will give you maximum coverage and less agility. Remember to also cover your gun!
With a little work, you can become a ninja-like player, popping up behind your opponents and firing shots off before they even have a chance to react.
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