Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do you accept Credit Cards?
5. How old do I need to be to play?
6. Does the paint stain clothing?
7. What happens when there is bad weather?
8. What is the difference between CO2 and Compressed Air?
10. I want to be a sniper, what do you recommend?
11. Do you buy used equipment?
12. What does it feel like to get shot?
13. Can I bring my own equipment?
14. What is the best upgrade I can do to my gun to make it more accurate?
15. Does a longer barrel shoot farther?
16. Does one gun shoot farther than another?
17. When are Private Games possible?
18. What is your return policy?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Do you accept Credit Cards?
Yes, we accept all major credit cards including Discover and American Express.
2. What do I wear to play?
Dress in outdoor clothes with long sleeved shirts and pants. Also, wear gloves, headgear--like a baseball hat worn backwards, and shoes with good ankle support. Remember to dress for the season and that you can always take something off, but if you didn't bring it--you can't put it on.
3. Do you give group rates?
Yes, by giving everyone the group rate. We have made it as cheap as possible for you to play by discounting admission and paint. We do supply a Grenade Package* to birthday or bachelor parties for the honoree.
Grenade Packages consist of one (1) paint grenade and one (1) smoke grenade.
4. Are the games supervised?
Yes, all games played at i70 Paintball are supervised by trained referees and group guides to ensure safety.
5. How old do I need to be to play?
You must be ten (10) years of age to play. All players must also fill out a waiver before being allowed to play.
6. Does the paint stain clothing?
No. Paintballs are bio-degradable gelatin capsules filled with water-soluble, nontoxic paint. At i70 Paintball we shoot eco-friendly paint that washes out of most colors of clothing. For best results, wash out your clothing within 24 hours.
7. What happens when there is bad weather?
People still play paintball whether it be rain, shine, or snow abounding. Rarely are games cancelled, and if so, it is due to lightning, tornadoes, or hurricanes of which the games are temporarily put on hold. (Usually no longer than 20 minutes.)
8. What is the difference between CO2 and Compressed Air?
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Cons |
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CO2 |
- Less expensive for initial bottle purchase. ($24.99-NEW) - Larger number of shots per tank. - If the tank is purchased from i-70 Paintball, it comes with a 1-year warranty. |
-Weather and temperature can affect performance due to CO2 being a liquid that expands into a gas so it can shoot. -Hydrotest after five (5) years. |
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Compressed Air |
- Cleaner than CO2. - Reliable in weather and fluctuating temperatures; consistent. - Comes with regulator to tell you how many shots you have left. - If the tank is purchased from i-70 Paintball, it comes with a 1-year warranty. |
- Fewer shots per tank. - More expensive for initial bottle purchase.($49.99-NEW) -Hydrotest after five (5) years. |
9. What is Hydrotesting?
Hydrotesting is a process that measures the structural integrity of a cylinder to make sure that it still performs within the expansion limits that is was designed for. We do offer Hydrotesting services here at i70 Paintball.
10. I want to be a sniper, what do you recommend?
Join the Marines. Paintball guns in general have an effective range of about 100-150FT and make a distinctive sound when fired. Snipers often want to be as far away from their targets as possible while remaining quiet. Paintball is a closer-combat guerrilla warfare experience. The more successful paintball players typically take on an assault role and learn to play and move in units or small groups.
11. Do you buy used equipment?
On occasion, depending on the demand and condition of what you are selling. Bring it to us and if it is something we would normally sell, we will make you an offer. Keep in mind we are a business and we sell pre-owned equipment at a substantial discount to keep the sport alive and well. As a general rule, you don't get out of an item as much as you put into it and upgrades tend to be more of an incentive than a return on investment. However, take comfort and pride in the fact that we always strive to be fair to our customer and pass on whatever savings we can. Pre-owned equipment is a great way you can help out the next guy down the line.
12. What does it feel like to get shot?
Most of the time it doesn't hurt, but at worst it feels like getting snapped with a large rubber band. So, it may sting and could leave a small bruise.
13. Can I bring my own equipment?
Yes! Any paintball approved marker or goggles may be used as long as they meed the safety standard. All markers must shoot 260-280FPS and will be chronographed before being allowed on the fields. Goggle lens must have a paintball safety approved lens with no cracks or significant scratches. If you have questions, just ask the Pro-Shop.
14. What is the best upgrade I can do to my gun to make it more accurate?
An aftermarket barrel. Stock barrels tend to use a larger bore size than the average paintball because the manufacturer needs the gun to be able to shoot any paintball made. Aftermarket barrels are made with tighter tolerances and smaller bore sizes to let you adjust your markers accuracy to the paint it is shooting. The less air that escapes around the ball, the greater your accuracy and efficiency will be.
15. Does a longer barrel shoot farther?
No. Longer barrels tend to mask the sound of a gunshot. Shorter barrels are easier to negotiate around bunkers, trees, and other obstacles--like ducks. Accuracy of a barrel depends on the bore size in relation to the size of the paintball. A tight fit gets you a more consistent, accurate shot. Which barrel you choose should depend on the type of situations you find yourself in on the paintball field.
16. Does one gun shoot farther than another?
Not normally. There are two barrel systems, the Tippmann Flatline and the Apex Barrel System, which put backspin on the ball. This lets your paintball ride the air currents a bit and fly 75-100FT further. Since the ball is subject to the whims of the air it is riding on, it tends to be less accurate, but does not let you reach out further. However, by purposely spinning the ball, it becomes necessary to buy higher end paint so that it flies properly. Other aftermarket barrels do not increase range, but do help accuracy greatly.
17. When are Private Games possible?
They are easiest to accomplish at times when we aren't as busy; Generally weekdays or early hours on weekends. We have been doing this for ten years and it has always been our expertise that new groups play a game or two and get the hang of it, then have a great time joining in the biggest battle they can find. If a private field is something that is important to you please try to call ahead with at least a seven (7) day notice. There is a fifteen (15) player minimum required as well as a ten dollar ($10.00) deposit per person. (Balance is to be paid the day of event.) Please call (937)237-7070 for more information on special hours.
18. What is your return policy?
Any item sold in the Pro-Shop carries with it a 30-day warranty against all manufacturer defects, unless otherwise stated. There are a number of items, for example compressed air and CO2 tanks, which carry a 1-year or more warranty. Any returns are subject to refund via store credit only. Any items purchased as an upgrade for your gun comes with free installation. Make sure to take advantage of this policy when you purchase from us to ensure nothing is damaged when you install your upgrades. We cannot be responsible for improperly installed parts.
