Friday, October 29, 2010

Paintball Grips: Options for Scenario Players

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At ROCKSTAR Tactical, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of products that not only look good, but serve players well in the field. Our
paintball grips category has grown substantially over the years. Scenario and Milsim paintball guns can be heavy. Adding a longer barrel with a barrel shroud and front sight can often make the marker feel 'front heavy' and off-balance. Adding a front paintball grip can help balance the gun, providing a more comfortable, ergonomic feel.

We offer a large variety of grips for paintball guns. Most are universal and slide onto a standard lower receiver or barrel mounted mil-spec picatinny or weaver rail (this is the standard 7/8" rail). From composite to aluminum, folding to stationary... we have you covered. Most models come in a variety of colors to match other components like paintball stocks and rail covers.

Magpul AFG Paintball Grip

We are excited to introduce two new offerings to our paintball grip category. The new Magpul AFG is a low profile fore grip that combines a sleek look with an ergonomic design. Another new addition includes the Combat Aluminum Light Grip Kit. This flashlight/grip slides onto any picatinny/weaver rail providing both a solid aluminum base for handling as well as optional flashlight capabilities. Just slide your thumb up from the rear of the grip and press the button for instant light. Side bar and quick release allow you to easily remove the grip for cleaning and marker maintenance. Stop by today and see what options ROCKSTAR Tactical has for your marker.

Grip/Light Paintball Grip

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Cheap Woodsball Jerseys Have Arrived!

A number of customers have been asking us for an alternative woodsball jersey that does not carry the higher price of name brand apparel. We give you the Combat Tactical Jersey! At just $24.99, this woodsball jersey is one of the best values offered today. Loaded with features, this jersey rivals other shirts currently on the market at twice the cost.

The Combat Tactical Jersey is offered in three color patterns: ACU, Tan and Olive Drab. The torso part of the jersey is 100% lightweight cotton and the sleeves are a cotton/poly blend. The shoulder seams are sewn much like other paintball jerseys, allowing maximum comfort and mobility in the field. The sleeves feature small pockets on both sides. This allows you to store tools, parts or a map for quick access. Both pockets are overlayed with velco to easily attach an ID badge or patch. The wrists have an integrated velco strap that helps keep the jersey secure and covering the arms at all times. Sizes range from small to 2xl and follow along the overall fit of adult t-shirt sizes.

Cheap Woodsball Jersey

At ROCKSTAR Tactical, we have a large variety of woodsball jerseys and pants available for just about every budget. Having the proper clothing in the field is just as important as having the right goggle system or marker. We offer apparel from top woodsball manufactures such as BT Paintball and Valken Sports. Looking for a
cheap woodsball jersey that doesn't sacrifice quality? Take a look at the new Combat Tactical Jersey from ROCKSTAR.

Woodsball Paintball Jersey

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Empire Batttle Test Trracer Pump Marker

There was a lot of buzz about the new Empire BT Trracer Pump Marker that appeared on Empire/BT's new website. People have been asking if it was in and how much this baby was going to go for. We are happy to report that the Trracer Pumps have arrived and they are hot looking!

Empire Trracer Pump Paintball Gun

Empire took the old Trracer design and gave it a more modern overhaul. The barrel is autococker threaded which allows you most of the cocker threaded barrels on the market. Rail space... it has plenty. Both the top receiver and the pump handle have picatinny style rails for adding any combination of tactical accessories. You can really mod this thing out!

The main receiver of the Trracer is made from aluminum while the top rail overlay and pump grip are made from durable, lightweight plastic. You will need a hopper with the Trracer and a CO2 or compressed air paintball tank. The Trracer is compatible with either. Everything else is included in the kit. Empire Trracer's retail for $119.99 and is the perfect gift for the 'old schooler' or pump gun lover on your Christmas list. Initial quantities were limited, so grab yours today!

Virtue Paintball A5/X7 Crowns

The Virtue Crown Loader Lid has become very popular over the years. You'll find them on a variety of markers in the woods and/or speedball courses, basically anyone looking to increase loading time. The Virtue Crown replaces the stock lid on the loader. It provides for a one-way quick feed of the hopper without opening and closing the lid. Balls are prevented from exiting by the specially designed lid insert. Specific Crowns are made for specific models of hoppers, the most popular being the Halo loader Crown which uses a lid similar to many loading systems on the market today. Virtue has just released the latest to the lineup of lid replacements with the Virtue A5/X7 Crown.

Virtue X7 Crown

The
Virtue A5/X7 Crown replaces the lid on any of the Cyclone Feed style hoppers. It can also be used on many of the BT Rip Clip hoppers as well. The original Virtue Halo Crown could be used on the A5/X7 hoppers although it required removal of the bottom bracket to do so. Virtue has eliminated this step by offering an A5/X7 Crown that is a direct lid replacement. The best part is that you only get and pay for what you need. X7 Crowns are cheaper than Virtue's Halo models.

Standard Virtue A5 X7 Crowns run $16.99. Ultra Soft versions run $19.99 and are available in a few different colors. Anything to make you faster in the field is a good thing. The Virtue Crowns allow you to reload quickly without hassle and fumbling opening and closing of 'hard to shut' lids. You'll have the assurance that your rounds will stay in the hopper during heavy movement. Use one on all your Cyclone Feed hoppers and gain an advantage in the woods.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Valken V-Tac Paintball Mag Pouches

Valken V Tac Paintball Vests and pouches are a complete line of modular accessories pouches for the woodsball and scenario paintball player. Valken has added two new mag pouch configurations to their line of V-Tac Molle Paintball Vest accessories. Available in six color patterns, the V-Tac line of tac vest accessories allow you to create the exact set-up that meets your specific needs. The V Tac line has pouches for all your equipment, recently even your Tiberius Arms T8.1 and Tippmann TPX magazines.

The latest V-Tac Mag Pouches configurations are perfect for the TPX or T8.1/T9.1 owners looking to carry spare magazines into the field. The V-Tac side-by-side mag pouch allows the users to store two magazines beside each other. The other 'Stacked' version allows the magazines to be stored one in front of the other. Either way, you get spare paintball mag storage capabilities with the ability to place them anywhere you like on your molle style tac vest or molle utility belt.

Valken Stacked Mag Pouch

Valken V-Tac line is a great, economical solution for the woodsball player looking to create a tactical vest set-up that caters to all their gear and requirements in the field. The new V-Tac Mag Pouches are no exception. Find them all at ROCKSTAR Tactical, one of Valken Paintball's top authorized dealers.

Valken Side By Side Mag Pouch

Friday, October 22, 2010

New Designz Turbo Valve Housing: Tippmann and BT

Will all the powertubes on the market, many players wonder why no one ever focused on the heart of the air system: the valve assembly. New Designz has done just that with the release of the New Designz Turbo Valve Housing for the A5, X7 and BT4 paintball guns (basically markers that use the Tippmann valve design).


New Designz Turbo Valve Housing

Install of the Turbo Valve Housing is basically a direct replacement of the stock valve. The internal parts of the valve assembly are not included, therefore you'll need to reinstall your factory parts as specified in your marker's manual. The New Designz Turbo Valve Housing has a custom design body which features a ramped inlet and exhaust port, a smaller front port and a 3rd top port. This all equates to improved air flow and better marker efficiency. It's beautifully anodized in red which obviously adds to the cool factor.

Get the New Designz Turbo Valve Housing along with other New Designz Tippmann upgrades from RCOKSTAR Tactical. As an authorized dealer, we get all the latest New Designz products including the
Phenom Spitfire Bolt.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Flasc Paintball: Marker Upgrades, Barrels and Tips

Flasc Paintball is a Canadian manufacturer of quality barrels and gun upgrades for the milsim, scenario and woodsball market. Their flagship product is the Flasc double threaded barrel which is available in many configurations and barrel threads. These high quality aftermarket paintball barrels also offer the flexibility to swap out front tips. Allowing you to achieve a different look in seconds. Tippmann A5/X7, 98, Autococker, TPX and Tiberius T8.1... there's a thread pattern available for any marker and a tip to match any style.

Flasc Paintball Barrel

We recently got in the Tiberius 8.1 Double Threaded Barrel upgrade. This barrel will also accept a variety of tips and extensions. The Flasc Extensions allow you to achieve 11", 13", even 16" in length without the cost of purchasing another barrel system. With so many options available in one barrel, you’ll never need to buy another one. With accuracy and distance at its finest, Flasc Barrels will help take your game to the next level.

Not only does Flasc chur out some high-end barrels, they also produce some innovative upgrades for many of the most popular paintball guns on the market. They recently released the
Flasc Rip Clip Adapter for the A5 and another for the X7. Now A5/X7 owners can experience the patented Halo technology for themselves. The RIP Clip will also accept all the current cyclone hoppers, no need to buy a bunch more. Even the stock X7 low profile hopper fits perfectly.

Flasc Rip Clip Adapter

Original BT Rip Clip BT-4 owners have asked for a more sensitive mic for Rip Clip activation. BT made the mics more sensitive in the TM Series Rip Clip because of the extremely low pressure operation of the marker. Now available are the Flasc Rip Clip Mics for BT4 and 98 Rip Clip units. The mics are more sensitive like the TM series giving you better feed activation and less mis-loads and mis-fires.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Paintball Camo Overalls: One Piece Woodsball Clothing

If you've gone to a commercial paintball field before, you're familiar with the paper based camo suits being sold. These $5-10 single-use suits are good for someone who wants instant camouflage from the neck down. Although convenient, these paintball overalls normally tear pretty quickly. Total use is a few hours resulting in the player throwing the badly worn and torn suit away.

Normal paintball camo pants and jerseys can run a good bit of money depending on the manufacturer. If you want an 'all-in-one' solution to field camo without breaking the bank, try our new paintball camo overalls. These camo overalls come in the ACU digital color pattern: one of the most popular types of camouflage used in the woods today. The paintball suit is made from a durable cotton/polyester blend that's both washable and reusable. Just step inside, zip the main zipper and you're ready to play! You'll save money and the frustration of dealing with a $10, single-use paper suit.

Paintball Camo Overalls

Our paintball camo overalls come in four sizes. Sizes are based on adult t-shirt sizes, therefore if you wear an adult medium, you'd go with the medium overalls. We carry sizes ranging from small to 2XL. Each suit has 5 small zippered pockets, velco wrist straps and ankle zippers for adjusting the width around boots and shoes. Additional features include a front patch section for adding your ID or favorite velco patch as well as vented underarms for releasing heat. It all adds up to a great value!

Take a look at the new camo paintball overalls and all the camouflage paintball clothing available through ROCKSTAR Tactical Systems.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Tacticalpaintballsniper.com: Premium Info Source for Paintball Snipers

A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of being interviewed by Doug from tacticalpaintballsniper.com. Tactical Paintball Sniper is a member-based site that serves up quality content on all things involving sniping and tactical paintball. During the interview, Doug and I hit all the current, hot topics and most of the 'FAQ's we both get on a daily basis.

If you're not a member, join today. It's free to do so and only takes a minute. You can join the conversation and learn from an expert's experiences regarding equipment and field tactics. Doug does a great job of covering everything you need to know on a regular basis. Learn how to stay stealth in the woods and how to get the most out of your equipment. Educate yourself on the key factors to succeeding in the woods.

Listen to the
ROCKSTAR Tactical Interview today. You can also submit your email address and get Tactical Paintball Sniper's latest release: 10 Keys to Killing Camouflage. Don't delay, join the site today!

- Dan

Monday, October 11, 2010

Problem with Tippmann Flatline: We have the Fix

Even after years and years of great success, the Tippmann Flatline Barrel is still one of the most popular barrels for Tippmann A5 owners. With an additional 100 feet of flat trajectory, it's not hard to see why the Flatline is among the most popular barrels in the woods. The unique inner design allows the barrel to impart a spin on the paintball; this spin helps the ball resist the forces acting on it as it flies out of the barrel and across the field at the opposing players. The spin is the secret to the success of the Tippmann Flatline barrel.

Although the Tippmann Flatline is loved by so many and still remains the 'go to' barrel for a lot of players, it's also the source of a lot of frustration for some. Understanding a few key points about the Flatline (as well as paintball barrels in general) will do wonders for your performance on the field. You may have read or heard many people describe the Flatline as 'picky when it comes to paint'.

That could be said for any barrel that is not a barrel 'kit' (with multiple bore attachments). The Flatline has 1 bore size, therefore is best matched with paintballs of similar caliber. You'll get lousy performance from any barrel that isn't matched well to the paint that is being used. But does quality really count? You bet it does... Cheap or old paint will give you issues not matter what barrel you're using. Higher priced paint tends to be more consistent in shape and size. With more consistent ball size, you're able to get better results shot to shot. Buy quality stuff that matches the bore of the barrel and your distance and accuracy will be optimal for your set-up.

If you called Tippmann and asked for a recommendation regarding paintballs that could be used with the Flatline, they'd probably tell you RPS Marballizer. They have traditionally used Marballizers for Flatline testing. It's our experience that a quality paintball in the high .68's (.688, .689) works well with the inner barrel of the Flatline. We always get great results with Marbs in the Flatline barrel.

Next is maintenance. 'Barrel' maintenance you ask? That's right, especially when it comes to the A5 Flatline Barrel. Believe it or not, some players don't realize that the Flatline has multiple pieces. The A5 Flatline has 4 parts: the barrel, shroud and two end caps. You can disassemble the Flatline and clean it. There is one important thing to remember when you re-assemble your barrel. The barrel must be lined-up properly to the rear A5 end cap. This is easy because Tippmann marks the barrel with an indicator line. You need to make sure the line on the barrel is in the middle of the set screw port on the rear end cap. Once you do this, you’re ready to reassemble and your Flatline is properly aligned.

With a little maintenance and understanding about proper paintball matching, you can get optimal performance out of any barrel. The Tippmann Flatline Barrel is no exception to this rule. For more detailed pics, take a look at our Tippmann A5 Flatline problem article on the website.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

FREE Tippmann A5 Stock with A5 Purchase

Tippmann has launched an early holiday promotion. Purchase a Tippmann A5 paintball gun (Semi, RT, Camo or Selector Switch Egrip) and receive a Free A5 Collapsible Buttstock direct from Tippmann. The promotion also applies to package deal purchases.

Tippmann is bending the rules on this one. Typically the promotion would begin November 1st and run through January 15th. Tippmann has informed us that all A5 purchases (single gun or package deal) from October 9th through January 15th apply for the Free A5 Stock offer.


Getting your stock couldn't be easier. After you purchase your new A5, simply log onto Tippmann's website or Facebook page and download the free stock form. Complete the form and mail in the original sales receipt, rebate form and the UPC from the box. Tippmann will mail you a brand new Collapsible A5 stock within about 3 weeks time. This is a $49 value, yours FREE with your purchase starting today!!!

If you've been considering a Tippmann A5 paintball gun, now is the time. A free A5 Collapsible Buttstock could be yours. As a top authorized dealer for Tippmann Sports, all A5 purchases through rockstartactical.com apply. Order your A5 today!


Tippmann Free Stock Offer

Friday, October 8, 2010

Pinokio A5P Hopper System

The long awaited Pinokio A5P hopper is finally here. Cyclone feed system and Rip Clip owners are going to love the new Pinokio A5P. It attaches to your loading system like the factory hopper offering you more carry capacity options along with a much sleeker, low profile design.

Pinokio

The Pinokio A5 Loader comes standard with 2 capacity configurations. Stay light and quick with the 200rd nose attachment. If you like to lay down serious paint but hate the constant reloading, opt for the included 4oord nose attachment. The longer 400rd nose stays streamline with your marker, staying horizontal eliminates a taller profile and therefore a bigger target. Both noses are very easy to attach and remove. The Pinokio A5P will also allow you to maintain the centerline view which is important for sighting.

A5P Pinokio Hoppers are in stock and shipping. It is compatible with all Tippmann Cyclone Feed Systems (A5, X7, Phenom, 98, US Army) as well as all BT and Tippmann markers using the BT Rip Clip Loader. Swing by today and check them out!