What to Look for in Paintball Fields

Any paintball enthusiast will tell you that there is a big difference in paintball fields, most notably when it comes to the people that own them and operate them. If you have a team that wants to play or you're interested in joining other teams, there are some things you should remember when it comes to paintball fields and how they're run.

For one thing, paintball is a fast and furious game where emotions and tension run high. However, as a gamer, you're a customer on the field and should be treated as such. It's up to you to obey the rules of the paintball field especially when it comes to safety equipment and good sportsmanlike conduct, but there should be no reason for abusive language or behavior on the part of the refs or others who are running the place. You should absolutely cooperate with them if they send you out or call you on any other rule violations, but as long as you're doing your part, they should be doing theirs as well.

Also, good paintball fields should have knowledgeable staff that can answers questions about markers, paint, accessories, rules of the game, and anything else. Just like golf courses have their pro shops with experts on hand, the high-quality paintball fields should be owned and operated by paintball enthusiasts who are still in touch with the current lingo, equipment, and everything else.

And the last thing to remember about paintball fields is the price, both of the game play and the equipment. Owners need to make money, and that includes for what they sell as well as the field itself, but they shouldn't be trying to gouge you because you're on their field. Everything about the shop, the game, and all the accessories should be fair and competitive.

Finding paintball fields near you shouldn't be that hard. You can look online and simply type "paintball fields" into your local web browser. Many started out as other things - golf courses, driving ranges, shooting ranges, and so on - and developed over time as the sport of paintball got more and more popular. You might find that they even operate as separate sporting fields and are rented out for paintball during certain times. In any event, try to get to know the owners and other players and you'll be able to determine if it's one of the best paintball fields for you to play.