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Is it me or all these paintball guns you see on the fields lately all looking the same nowadays?  Have you laid eyes on these military style paintball guns yet?  Hold on, lemme back up about 15 years or so.  I remember back in the early ’90s as a high schooler, me and my nerdy buddies would get together on weekends and head on down to the local indoor paintball field with our Tracer pump-action guns and play all day long, both days of the weekend.  The sport has changed dramatically since those days, both in price and the caliber (no pun intended) of the playing equipment.  Heck, they even have their own “lingo” these days.

     But the markers (guns), oh my god.  These things are crazy.  RAP4.com has the most unbelievable evolution of paintball guns I have ever seen.  I’ve seen some of these crazy “home grown” guns, but the military style paintball markers on this site are as close to the real thing as you can get.  They’ve got everything you could want for the look and feel of real weapons systems.  I can’t name them all, but they’ve got AK-47’s, MP-5s, M-4s, a huge selection of replica handguns.  All are available in .68 caliber, and alot of them are available in the smaller .43 caliber.  The really cool thing about the “assault rifles” is that the air tanks can be incorporated into the butt-stock for a completely authentic look, and are available in magazine-fed set up.  Talk about a rig!  They are constructed of metal to simulate the look and functionality of the military duty weapon.  All are customizable with accessory rails where you can add sights, scopes, flashlights, and red-dot laser sights.  Interested yet?  Read on.

     So far I’ve only mentioned the military style paintball guns.  Oh, I forgot, they also make the Browning .30 cal machine gun, and the SAW 249.  I was floored when I saw those things.  Shoot someone with paint?  You could paint a barn with those!  But anyway, not only do they have guns, they also have hand grenades.  Land-mines your thing?  Claymores?  They got ‘em.  All 1:1 scale and 100% aesthetically real looking.  Projectiles are a blast (again, no pun intended) and they’ve got those too.  Imagine a paintball RPG.   I laugh every time  I even say it.  It’s just so cool. 

     All of RAP4.com’s stuff doesn’t go bang, and they offer much more than military style paintball markers.  In fact, alot of the stuff is made for stealth.  Whether playing paintball or training police, military, or security personnel, communication is key.  Enter the Navy Seal throat mic system.  It’s exactly what you think of when you hear it.  And that little hunnie comes with a remote PTT switch you can run down your arm and to your weapon, so you can stay ready while communicating.  A complete line of clothing, holsters, slings, leg and arm pouches, all in camo or black for whatever environment you’re playing or training in.  Face paint, Ghillie (or however you spell it) suits.  I’m telling you, they have everything.  If it’s related to paintball and it’s tactical, RAP4.com has it. 

As always, safety is paramount.  Don’t forget to use your barrel plugs and face protection.  Even though paintball is a recreational sport, muzzle discipline around others is something you should strive for perfection with.  Never expose your marker unless in the proper environment.  All it takes is an overly concerned citizen and a call to the police and disaster could happen.  Have fun, use your brain, and stay safe.  Click the link for an eye opening reveal of these stunningly real military style paintball guns and markers.

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Paintball is growing by leaps and bounds. It is a great form of exercise that can be loads of fun and involves endurance, tactical strategy, shooting accuracy, and many other skills but can be played by contestants of all skill levels. It can become an expensive hobby but it does not cost much money to get started if you know what you need and where to get it.

First, I do recommend borrowing a gun or renting one before you invest any money. When you do get ready to purchase all you will need is the gun, or marker as it can be called, a mask, and the paintballs. The gun should also have the hopper to hold the paintballs and a CO2 tank or other kind of pressurized air to propel them. You should also get a barrel cleaner and some lubricant to maintain the weapon. Most guns are very easy to take apart and clean. They can usually be taken apart with an allen key and then should be cleaned and oiled. The mask you get depends on you but only needs to cover the whole face. There are some masks that are made for paintball but any thing you have that does the job will suffice to get started. Just make sure you don’t forget the paintballs.

I recommend going with a new gun when you decide to purchase becuase they will come with a manual to break down the gun and usually the key as well which makes things a lot easier. Purchasing a name brand is also the best option as to make sure you are getting something that will last and not give you as many problems. The best option in my view is to go with the Tippman 98 because of it’s price, durabilty, and versatility. You can get one of these in a package that includes everything you need except paintballs for about $150. This gun will last and is easy to operate. It also has numerous kits you can buy to upgrade it to anything from a sniper gun to an AK47 which helps you not get bored with it and can get basically a different gun for very little money. Simply buying a scope and a barrel can also change your weapon for the better for even less.

There are many other things you can get from a full camouflage suit to vests that will carry a backup pistol. All of this means that you can get into a sport that is fun, helps keep you in shape, and requires many different skills to become very good. You will at least be able to enjoy the outdoors, usually, and have the camaraderie of others.

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Skiing on your stag weekend

For a taste of the extreme on your stag weekend, why not book a skiing experience for you and your friends? Get strapped in and take to the piste as you await the adrenaline rush of slip sliding down a ski slope wondering if you’ll remember how to stop like the instructor told you. Skiing makes a great activity for stag weekends looking for something fast paced and exciting.

What is skiing?
For those who don’t know, skiing is a popular recreational and professional sport the falls into two categories, Nordic Style and Alpine style skiing. It all depends on how your boot is bound to the ski as to which category it falls in, but for the purpose of a stag weekend skiing adventure you don’t need to know too much about this! If it’s your first time skiing it unlikely that you’ll be setting yourself up for any Alpine freestyle or acrobatics on the slope but it’s good to know a bit about the sport. Skiing was thought to have been invented by pre-historic Nordic folk to enable them to hunt better over the snowy environment. When you see the kinds of speed and manoeuvres possible on the slopes you’ll soon understand why this made perfect hunting sense!

What can you expect?
There are a number of manmade slopes in the UK, or you can try the real thing in various locations abroad such as France, Austria, as well as some other less well known skiing resorts; but excellent stag weekend resorts, like Riga in Latvia. Get wrapped up warm and then head to the slope with your stag party. You’ll be met by your instructor who will take you through what you’ll cover in your day and then it’s off to get you kitted out. The activity centre will provide you with all the equipment you’ll need to enjoy your skiing activity from helmet, goggles, gloves, ski suit and obviously your skis and poles.  Then you’ll head to the slope where, if it’s your first lesson, you’ll learn the basics of skiing such as stopping, starting and how to turn. Once you’ve practiced these basic moves you’ll be able to try them out on a beginners’ slope which is a relatively low incline and lets you find your feet. If you’re already a pro then you might want to skip the lesson and just head to the slopes to tear up some snow!

Why skiing on a stag weekend?
Skiing mixes excitement and adventure which is perfect for a stag weekend away. When you’re flying down a slope with the sun shining and you’re pulling off some James Bond moves, you’re going to be thinking that things couldn’t’ really get much better. Even if you have people in your stag party who have never been skiing before, arranging a lesson is a great way to get everyone involved.

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There are many people who simply hate winter. When the snow starts to fall, and the days get shorter, these folks lock themselves in their rooms, and rarely come out till spring. Weight gain, as well as a condition known as SAD or Seasonal Affected Disorder, which is a winter-related type of depression, is soon to follow. Guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way! You can embrace winter and learn to ride!

 Snowboard: Who Me?

 Twenty- five years ago, snowboarders at ski resorts were conspicuous by their absence.  In fact, snowboarding was forbidden at resorts such as Aspen Colorado, Taos, New Mexico, Deer Valley, Alta, Utah and Mad River Glen, Vermont.  Times have certainly changed. While snowboarding was once in the exclusive domain of males under age 25, even baby boomers of both genders are embracing the sport. Many have found that it is easier on the knees. Others welcome the chance to wear a pair of soft and comfortable boots, as opposed to the stiff boots worn for alpine skiing.

 Today, most resorts have eliminated their ban on snowboarding, and there are only few areas where riding is prohibited. Initially, snowboarding may be harder to learn than skiing. However, once you learn the basics, many find that the learning curve is much shorter than the learning curve of alpine skiing.

 A Brief History of Snowboarding

 While many people credit Jake Burton with the invention of the snowboard, its history actually began in 1965. During this year, a chemical gas engineer by the name of Sherman Poppen decided that it would be fun to tie two skis together and put a rope at the end. His invention was inspired by surfing and skateboarding. Poppen called his new toy a “snurfer.” Poppen’s daughters adored their new play thing. Soon, their friends decided that they too wanted this new ‘snow toy,’ which was much cooler than a sled. Poppen decided to sell his idea to a manufacturer. By 1966, over half a million snurfers were sold in the United States.

 While the snurfer was usually regarded as children’s toy, Poppen organized snurfing competitions across the country. One day, a man named Jake Burton attended one of these events.  He immediately fell in love with the sport, and decided to expand on its possibilities. Thus, when he moved to Londonderry, Vermont in 1977, he created the first laminated, hardwood board. Burton improved on the snurfer by adding bindings, which made a huge difference in safety and efficiency. In fact the improvements were so significant, that when Burton entered another snurfing competition, he inspired the envy of his fellow competitors when he beat them by a long shot. The rest is history. In 1994, after a long fight, snowboarding was finally accepted as an Olympic sport.

 Snowboarding: the Ultimate Balance Sport

 Many people are concerned that they might not be in good enough shape to learn to ride. While being fit certainly helps, snowboarding is more about dynamic balance and less about brute strength.  To prepare for your snowboarding lesson, spend time on a balance board, a stability ball or a bosu.  You can combine snowboard-specific strength by performing squats and lunges on any type of balance device, and train your core muscles by performing crunches on a stability ball.

 Dress for Snowboard Success

 How much enjoy snowboarding is directly dependent on your ability to stay warm. You should choose snowboard clothing that can wick moisture, supply warmth and allow for freedom of movement. The layering approach can accomplish all of this.

 Begin with a pair of long thermal underwear and a long thermal undershirt. Fabrics should be synthetic. Never use cotton! It will store moisture, instead of wicking it. Stored moisture makes you feel wet and feeling wet makes you cold. Polyester or polypropylene materials are the best materials for snowboard underwear.

 Your next layer of clothing is responsible for insulation.  A fleece turtleneck works best. In extremely cold weather, you will want to wear a pullover over the turtleneck. The outer layer of snowboard clothing is the most challenging, because it needs to be waterproof, windproof and breathable. It also needs to be big enough to fit over your base and insulating layers. Since snowboarding might take more upper-body motion than skiing, snowboard jackets tend to be a somewhat baggier.

 Snowboard pants should also be composed of waterproof, breathable and windproof materials. Be warned!  Many snowboarding movements might cause your pants to shift while riding. Avoid embarrassment, and look for pants with belt loops. You might also want to consider snowboard pants with padding around the knee and butt, which will make life more comfortable when you are kneeling or sitting on the slope.

 Keeping your hands nice and toasty will help the rest of your body nice and warm. Snowboarders are lucky. Since they do not use ski poles, they can wear mittens, which are often warmer than gloves. A helmet will keep your head warm and safe, and goggles will protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

 Snowboarding Stance

 Snowboarders ride in either of two stances; goofy or regular. If you ride with your right foot forward, you are goofy, and if you ride with your left foot forward, you are regular.  Goofy or regular snowboard stance has nothing to do with whether you are right-handed or left-handed. While there are a variety of ways to establish whether you have a goofy or regular stance, the easiest is to observe which foot you use first when climbing stairs and taking a step forwards.

 Learning to Ride

 Learning to snowboard requires a sense of humor.  You will probably fall, but if you relax, you won’t get hurt. Laugh at your wipe-outs and applaud your accomplishments. Have fun!

M Newbold is a prolific writer with varied interests including health, fitness and sports. For a comprehensive guide to freestyle snowboarding, coaching sessions and free lessons, visit www.getsnowboarding.net

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