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Frequently Asked Questions / Information |
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Paintballs & Paintball equipment Can I use my own marker (gun) and mask? Yes provided that it is well maintained and in good order. All markers must be speed tested before you play. Maximum 300 FPS. Preferred 280 FPS. We provide a small discount to players that use there own equipment. Can I use my own paintballs to keep the cost down? Sorry no BYO paintballs, field paint only. We have invested thousands of dollars building our fields and facilities. We love Paintball but not so much that we do it for free. The money you pay for paintballs helps build better fields and get better equipment. What kind of paintball markers (guns) do you rent? Check out the Paintball Equipment page. Do you sell paint grenades? Yes, but they are expensive. You are better off spending you money on more paintballs. What type of paintballs do you have? We use good quality recreational field paintballs. They shoot straight and don't break in the marker. The paint is not waxy or sticky unlike most tournament quality paintballs so it is easy to clean up. Where do you get you paintballs from & are they fresh? We get our paint from a large importer that supplies several fields. High turnover is the key to freshness, saves the paint from sitting on warehouse shelves. By purchasing from a large supplier we get paint that is as fresh as you can get without importing it yourself. If you have problems with paintballs in you marker we will fix the problem or replace the paintballs.
Clothing What clothing do I need? Rugged clothing and footwear are required. Select lose fitting long sleeves and long trousers that cover the whole body. A collared shirt or scarf is recommended for neck protection. Select clothing colours that will blend into the bush background (Green, brown, grey and black). Paintballs are water based and wash off. What type of foot ware do I need? Bring strong rugged shoes or boots with lots of grip. Boots with a heavenly treaded sole are best. Touch Rugby boots are perfect for the job. Are smooth sloe shoes and sneakers ok? No they are rubbish, you will slip over the first step you take. You will be playing in the bush, when it is wet it can get very slippery. Do you provide overalls? Yes, we have camo overalls designed for paintball in a range of sizes. There is a small charge to cover cleaning and repairs $7.
Personal belongings Do you have somewhere for me to store my good cloths? Yes we have storage boxes and shelves. Do you have somewhere safe for my valuables, cash, car keys ect? Yes we have a safe to lock your car keys, and other small items so you do not need to take them on the field. Larger items should be locked in your car. Does it hurt when you get hit with a paintball? (If you have to ask this question then maybe you should think about playing tiddlywinks instead) Sometimes, but in most cases you will be over it as soon as you get back on the field. If you have the correct clothing you will be well protected.
How the games work What type of paintball games do you run? Our fields are designed for recreational or bush ball players. The type of game is up to you, we can run almost any type of paintball game. Options include: scenario games, centre flag, attack and defend, tournaments, last man standing and capture the flag. If you want something special give us a call and tell us what you are looking for. We have a special game for stag parties called Stag Hunt. How long are the paintball games? Most games run for 1 hour each way, with a 20 minute break at half time. It can take up to 1 hour from the time you arrive to the time the game starts. You should allow 3.5 to 4 hours for the game plus travelling time. We are 35 minutes drive from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Do you run shorter or longer games? No problem, just let us know what you want to do. We can run almost any type or length of paintball game you want. Do your have Walk-On or open games? Sorry no we no longer run this format. Pre booked games only.
Facilities on and off the field When is Fire Base RED open? We normally run games on the weekend, however we can run games on week days with a little notice. We run games all year round, including most public holidays. We normally close between Christmas and New Year. All games must be pre booked. Do you have somewhere to get changed? Yes we have a changing shed with private booths. Do you have toilets? Yes we have flush toilets for the ladies and lots of trees for the men. Do you have catering and entertainment facilities? We have a entertainment area that is fully covered and shaded, with tables and seating for 60 people. There is a outdoor kitchen and BBQ area for all catering needs. We can also cook a simple BBQ for you that will be ready for you after the game. Check the BBQ page for details. Do you have a wood fired pizza oven? That is a strange question to ask about a paintball field, however yes we do. It makes perfecto pizza. We also have a open fire place and charcoal spit. Check the Private Functions list for details. Do you have a Speed Ball field? No, our fields are designed for recreational or bush ball players. Will you ever have a Speed Ball Field? Maybe, but it will be at another location.
Food and drink Do you have BBQ facilities? We have two BBQs that are available for players to use. A small fee is charged to cover the running cost of the BBQ. Do you have cold drinks available? We have a good range of cold drinks, (Coke, Fanta, Sprite, L&P, Fresh Up, V and H2Go). We also have lots of water in the taps, this is free. Can we bring food and drink to the field? Yes, but please don't litter, put food rappers and empty drink bottles in the bin or take them with you. Can we have a beer after the game? Yes, we allow the MILD consumption of alcoholic beverages in the reception area only. If you plan to refresh with a beer after the game we ask that you take advantage of our BBQ facilities and make sure there is plenty of food available. Can we have a beer before or during the game at half time? We ask that you do not consume alcohol before or during the game. Please save the celebrations for after the game, we will keep it cold for you. Can you provide us with a beer after the game? Sorry no, we do not provide or arrange for alcoholic beverages. You are welcome to arrange and provide this for your team.
Game costs, pricing and payments options How do I pay, do you have EFTPOS? Payment can be made by prearranged account, cash or EFTPOS. Do you take credit cards? - No we do not accept any credit cards. How many paintballs will I use for the game? Every player is different and every game is different. You can use as little as 100, It is up to you and your bank balance. Typical usage is 300 - 500 paintballs per person, some players shoot a lot more. (the current record is 1750)
Rules and Regulations How old do I have to be to play? - 18 years old or over. Why? Find out why here. But I really want to play and I am under 18 Read this Do head shots count? Yes, don't know why we get asked this question. If you get hit in the head with a bullet you are dead. A hit with a paintball wont kill you but you are hit and you are out. Can other equipment be used in a game like smoke bombs, booby-traps, walkie-talkies or binoculars? No, Only equipment that is provided by the game controllers can be used in the game. Some of these items are not safe. A game is only fair when everyone is even and is using the same equipment.
Co2 Fills Are CO2 or Air/Nitrogen fills available? CO2 only, we do not currently have Air or Nitro filling equipment. If your marker runs on air you will need to arrange your own fills. It is on its way, should have air fills in January 2010 Can you fill my CO2 bottles 12 oz or under? Yes no problem provided they are in good condition. According to the information on the ERMA web site http://www.erma.govt.nz/resources/publications/pdfs/Paintball%20Cylinders07.pdf 12oz bottles are rated at just under 500ml and therefore do not need a NZ LAB approval number. NZ approved 12oz bottles are available. We recommend that you replace your old 12oz with a NZ approved bottle with a LAB number. Can you fill my CO2 bottles over 12 oz? (normally 20oz)? Yes but they must be NZ Approved bottles, with LAB number stamped on them. They must also be in good condition and inside there test/retest period (hydro required every 5 years) |
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I have tried to cover most things in the FAQ. However if you can not find the answer you are looking for please send us an email or give us a call.
The question are organised into topic in groups
* Paintballs & Paintball equipment * Clothing * Personal belongings * How the games work * Facilities on and off the field * Food and drink * Game costs, pricing and payment options * Rules and regulations * CO2 fills |
