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PAINTBALL CHECKLIST - AFTER PLAY

Paintball Checklist: After you are done playing.

The day is over and it’s time to pack everything up to go home. Did you save your silica packets?

Equipment:
  • Go to the target range and de-gas your gun by turning the tank off and firing to make sure there is no more air in the gun.
  • Unscrew your tank and apply your thread saver to the top of your bottle.
  • Squeegee your barrel and wipe down the outside of your gun. Check for any loose screws on the body and feed-neck.
The rest you can do at home but it’s good practice to just get it done:
Remove batteries from gun and hopper. Put them into a plastic bag or box away from other metal objects and batteries. You can also cover the terminals (9volt) with electrical tape. This will prevent sparks that may cause a fire.
Take the bolt out and lube it and check the o-rings.

Soft Gear:
Separate your clean and dirty gear. Trash bags are useful to keep the dirty clothes you just played in and quickly add to the wash when you get home.
Mesh laundry bags are also helpful for your soft goods like elbow and knee pads. They need to breathe so they can dry properly. They’re also good for carrying your pods.

Most paintball stores carry gear bags made just for paintball. They have compartments for shoes, goggles and guns.
Admin • Mar 06, 2015

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