Are pump guns any good? I would think they save money and paint...but is it worth it? And where can I get one?
Pump Guns?
- Thread starter Tokage
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unfortunately with a pump, you simply don't have the firepower of pretty much anybody else in paintball today, they're great if you're playing other people who are using pumps, i love them. But, if you want to be able to keep up with the pace of the game, a semi-auto marker is pretty much essential. There are some really good value semis around at the moment, the tippmann model 98 is a great example, really reliable and excellent value for money.
Kieran
Kieran
Umm....
I maintain that you can be just as competitive with a pump gun as you can with a semi, but it just take a lot of guts and skill building.
I do it all the time. I think it's worth it, IMHO.
Good pumps... The Phantom is pretty good, but it's also higher end. http://www.phantomonline.com is where you can see them for yerself. The Sterling is a good gun too, Smart Parts has 'em. But, they feel, I dunno, goofy to me. I've never gotten the hang of the Sterling.
Cheaper pump guns that are still good woldbe the a Trracer / Tagmaster. They're cheap, but they're good. If you can find a good SL 68 2, those are good and sturdy too. Tippman makes a good product, the SL2 is no exception.
-Tyger
I maintain that you can be just as competitive with a pump gun as you can with a semi, but it just take a lot of guts and skill building.
I do it all the time. I think it's worth it, IMHO.
Good pumps... The Phantom is pretty good, but it's also higher end. http://www.phantomonline.com is where you can see them for yerself. The Sterling is a good gun too, Smart Parts has 'em. But, they feel, I dunno, goofy to me. I've never gotten the hang of the Sterling.
Cheaper pump guns that are still good woldbe the a Trracer / Tagmaster. They're cheap, but they're good. If you can find a good SL 68 2, those are good and sturdy too. Tippman makes a good product, the SL2 is no exception.
-Tyger
I agree that in non arena based games you can be just as competative with a pump but that takes a lot of practise and skill. I think that if you're newish to the game, it is easier to compete with a reliable semi, ive got a trracer that i still use for fun sometimes, its gr8 but i wouldn't take it to a tourney or use it against experienced players with angels etcetera unless i was just in the mood for a laugh....
K
K
I would, actually I have. Skyball, every year.
Seriously tho. If you're still new, rent a semi a few times to just let it all hang out and have fun. Pump play is more a tool for learning now days, or a show of skills. Anyone who plays pump I give kudos to.
You do save money, and you CAN save paint too. With my Phantom I've had days wheer eI shot 1/2 a case out of it. (Don't ask... I use JT speedpods too...) Mostly it's a matter of using a pump as a handicap or as a learnign tool.
All cool, go play, enjoy.
-Tyg
(Who has used semis too, contrary to popular belief)
Seriously tho. If you're still new, rent a semi a few times to just let it all hang out and have fun. Pump play is more a tool for learning now days, or a show of skills. Anyone who plays pump I give kudos to.
You do save money, and you CAN save paint too. With my Phantom I've had days wheer eI shot 1/2 a case out of it. (Don't ask... I use JT speedpods too...) Mostly it's a matter of using a pump as a handicap or as a learnign tool.
All cool, go play, enjoy.
-Tyg
(Who has used semis too, contrary to popular belief)