Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Toronto Airsoft Competitions In The City

By Marcia Marks


Airsoft is a recreational sport that involves firing non metallic pellets at other players from an Airsoft gun. There are many different ways to enjoy the sport, it can be played one on one or in teams. An Airsoft game maybe a short term skirmish, military simulation, organised scenario and many others. Many Airsoft fans make up their own scenarios, which are often emulations of military, police or gangster scenarios. There are Toronto Airsoft groups that regularly arrange games in the city, i

Many games use the military tactics used in war and there is usually a set objective that a team or individual has to reach in order to win. The game requires set safety rules and provided these rules are adhered to the game is perfectly safe. For example, safety goggles and a mask are required in order to protect the face and eyes from pellets. The equipment is highly resistant to the impact of the pellets. It is also important that pellets are fired from a minimum distance so they do not hurt upon impact.

Ownership of Airsoft guns is legal in most countries, however some countries require that the guns are clearly marked so they are distinguishable from real firearms. Groups will usually set their own rules too, such as having a maximum velocity and shooting distance, usually safety equipment is provided and groups are extremely aware of player safety.

There a number of different types of guns used, including spring, electric and gas powered guns. The spring and electric powered guns are not as accurate and realistic as the gas powered guns. Gas powered guns are considered the best as they function just like real guns. Unlike spring and electric guns, a longer barrel length will result in greater accuracy. Gas powered guns also have the ability to fire more pellets at once without the need to cock the gun. They also have a more realistic kick, just like a real gun.

Many Airsoft guns are manufactured to resemble actual firearms. They are extremely detailed have are the same size, weight and operation as their real counterparts. There are replicas of War War 2 firearms, sniper rifles, modern firearms, grenade launchers and much more. There are even Al Capone style 1920s gangster style guns and guns used by the police that open up many opportunities to create exciting scenarios.

Typically, the guns used in these games fire white plastic pellets. The most common weight of these pellets is 0.20g and 0.25g depending on the gun. Heavier pellets are generally used for sniper rifles as they are less likely to be affected by the wind making them more accurate. They usually come in bottles that contain either 2000 or 5000 pellets. Most games use these plastic pellets, although foam balls are sometimes used for grenade launchers.

The majority of rifles and some of the pistols used in this sport use the "hop-up system". This system adds extra range by placing backspin onto the pellets. This causes them to rise upwards after being fired. The hopup can be adjusted according to the players desired level of backspin, in order to prevent a pellet from dropping to the ground before it reaches its target. However, it is best kept at the normal setting for best results.

Airsoft is an incredibly fun and exciting sport that is increasing in popularity across the world. Those who live in Toronto will be able to find a group offering competitions and games in the city by searching for Toronto Airsoft on the internet. These groups can offer beginner level games, as well as intermediate and advanced levels.




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