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Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion February 23rd, 2015, 02:05

Replies: 154 What will be the next big Airsoft innovation? Views: 110,473 Posted By grantmac Given the low pressure requirements for a GBBR I... Given the low pressure requirements for a GBBR I could definitely see something electro-pneumatic happening eventually. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion February 17th, 2015, 00:26

Replies: 154 What will be the next big Airsoft innovation? Views: 110,473 Posted By grantmac I've often thought that a brushless outrunnner... I've often thought that a brushless outrunnner with the correct winding could completely replace the mechbox. Just mount the sector gear directly to it. Probably need a hefty controller though. ...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion February 14th, 2015, 16:49

Replies: 35 best red dot for indoor/outdoor Views: 23,037 Posted By grantmac You've clearly never run or spoken to anyone who... You've clearly never run or spoken to anyone who runs an Eotech in the real world. Short story they are unreliable fragile crap compared to an Aimpoint. They have limited water resistance, poor...

Forum: General February 2nd, 2015, 16:09

Replies: 3 Potential Indoor CQB Site Views: 4,304 Posted By grantmac Try contacting Northern Arms Airsoft on facebook,... Try contacting Northern Arms Airsoft on facebook, they are the largest group on the island. Keep in mind you will need a lot more than just an empty building for this to work. There is insurance,...

Forum: General February 1st, 2015, 21:52

Replies: 8 Range for lasers Views: 7,623 Posted By grantmac Are you going to try and approximate ballistics... Are you going to try and approximate ballistics using a laser? If so the emitter will need to be above the line of sight. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion January 31st, 2015, 14:51

Replies: 35 best red dot for indoor/outdoor Views: 23,037 Posted By grantmac It's called ITAR. They CAN'T sell to you... It's called ITAR. They CAN'T sell to you regardless of shipping address. There is a Canadian dealer for Holosun. -Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion January 31st, 2015, 14:34

Replies: 78 gear for newbie Views: 40,518 Posted By grantmac If you want them to run around outside burning... If you want them to run around outside burning calories while focusing on a task then airsoft is a really great activity. I would caution that airsoft safety skills aren't the same as real firearm...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion January 31st, 2015, 14:13

Replies: 35 best red dot for indoor/outdoor Views: 23,037 Posted By grantmac Get something with a tube, not an open "reflex"... Get something with a tube, not an open "reflex" style. The open style are fragile and tend to get washed out quickly. Just about any Aimpoint clone will work well. ML2, M4, micro, they all work...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 30th, 2015, 23:05

Replies: 78 gear for newbie Views: 40,518 Posted By grantmac I do traditional archery. I've never found a... I do traditional archery. I've never found a cheaper accuracy based hobby. Depending on local zoning you can do it in your yard. Grant

Forum: General January 30th, 2015, 14:48

Replies: 7 Field Netting? Views: 9,777 Posted By grantmac I believe that is known as miller's felt. It will... I believe that is known as miller's felt. It will definitely stop a BB. As will a well reinforced tarp. -Grant

Forum: Reviews January 26th, 2015, 17:31

Replies: 19 BaoFeng (Pofung) UV-82 Views: 35,302 Posted By grantmac Because those frequencies are not FRS and as such... Because those frequencies are not FRS and as such are illegal for anyone to be transmitting on without correct licensing? As for hand programming: The UV-B5 that I have can be programmed including...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 22nd, 2015, 16:45

Replies: 15 Radios/Headsets Views: 13,473 Posted By grantmac UB-V5 is the easiest to program without the USB... UB-V5 is the easiest to program without the USB cable in my experience. Battery life has been exceptional as well. -Grant

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications January 21st, 2015, 21:48

Replies: 7 Inquiring on Angel Custom parts for VSR Views: 6,208 Posted By grantmac The PDI chamber actually has a lot of issues. #1... The PDI chamber actually has a lot of issues. #1 would be that the actual pressure is applied by an O-ring being used as an elastic, the adjustment holds reduces the tension on the bucking by...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications January 21st, 2015, 18:46

Replies: 7 Inquiring on Angel Custom parts for VSR Views: 6,208 Posted By grantmac My experience with Action Army puts them on par... My experience with Action Army puts them on par or ahead of Laylax. Especially their zero trigger and piston set which allows use of the safety. Also their VSR hop-up is far superior to PDI in my...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications January 21st, 2015, 16:53

Replies: 7 Inquiring on Angel Custom parts for VSR Views: 6,208 Posted By grantmac The consensus in the bolt-action world is they... The consensus in the bolt-action world is they are junk, there is an entire complaint thread +10 pages long regarding them on airsoftsniperforum. Action Army or PDI/Laylax are the only recommended...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 20th, 2015, 15:16

Replies: 6 CSOR Helmets Views: 12,669 Posted By grantmac You will never find that helmet or any other... You will never find that helmet or any other issued CF kit of that nature in a surplus store. -Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion January 19th, 2015, 17:15

Replies: 45 Your Experience with leg holsters please. Views: 33,487 Posted By grantmac On the battle belt for me. I don't run any... On the battle belt for me. I don't run any pouches above it on my PC (when I run a PC) and since I use suspenders with my battle belt it rides right on the hip rather than above it. I have a very...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 12th, 2015, 21:11

Replies: 21 shopping for Ear Pro - school me (us) Views: 15,567 Posted By grantmac The one neat thing about running auto-gated... The one neat thing about running auto-gated ear-pro in that situation is that any time you experience a loud noise you get the cut out. It's very immersive for me to experience that when BBs are...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 12th, 2015, 16:37

Replies: 21 shopping for Ear Pro - school me (us) Views: 15,567 Posted By grantmac There are silicone ear plugs which have a sound... There are silicone ear plugs which have a sound canal that will allow you to hear normal noises almost as well as when not wearing them but still provide decent protection for burst noises. They are...

Forum: Newbie Tank January 12th, 2015, 03:45

Replies: 28 game legal Views: 19,501 Posted By grantmac Even if it was, you would NOT want it. -Grant Even if it was, you would NOT want it. -Grant

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications January 10th, 2015, 02:24

Replies: 25 Time to put them thinking caps on... Views: 14,342 Posted By grantmac I second the use of a washer to reinforce the end... I second the use of a washer to reinforce the end of the slide. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion January 9th, 2015, 22:15

Replies: 21 Gun seized at border, and I need help to get it back! Airsoft Expertise required!! Views: 15,866 Posted By grantmac I have never been "randomly selected" for... I have never been "randomly selected" for additional screening more than when I traveled with a CF-booked ticket. To the OP: Unless you specifically declared it as a low-powered airgun then you...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 5th, 2015, 18:01

Replies: 29 Slings...Do you use them, and which one? Views: 27,101 Posted By grantmac I use a vest-integrated single point for any... I use a vest-integrated single point for any short carbine/SMG sized weapon. A fast adjustable 2 point for anything longer. Basically if it hangs at or below nut level it's going on a 2 point. I...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion January 4th, 2015, 12:50

Replies: 51 40mm Grenade launchers Views: 37,935 Posted By grantmac Bingo! Although the cheeky part of my would... Bingo! Although the cheeky part of my would like to encase it in a plastic 155mm or mortar shell. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion January 3rd, 2015, 23:22

Replies: 51 40mm Grenade launchers Views: 37,935 Posted By grantmac I've seen those. My idea is for something a lot... I've seen those. My idea is for something a lot more directional. -Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion January 2nd, 2015, 22:31

Replies: 205 Great boots. Cheap! Views: 131,191 Posted By grantmac Just waiting to see if a few buddies want to get... Just waiting to see if a few buddies want to get in on these then gonna pull the trigger on some sz 11 black.

Forum: Gear Discussion January 2nd, 2015, 20:02

Replies: 205 Great boots. Cheap! Views: 131,191 Posted By grantmac Shipping within Canada will kill that price. Just... Shipping within Canada will kill that price. Just cheaper to get them on your own.

Forum: Gear Discussion January 2nd, 2015, 19:43

Replies: 110 Sticky: Radios and You Views: 720,918 Posted By grantmac None of the Baofeng can RX or TX on any aviation... None of the Baofeng can RX or TX on any aviation freqs. Their FM capability is RX only and stops before 118MHz. You will need to get an aviation handheld if that is something you desire. Although...

Forum: Gear Discussion January 2nd, 2015, 14:27

Replies: 110 Sticky: Radios and You Views: 720,918 Posted By grantmac FRS freqs only unless you feel the need to incur... FRS freqs only unless you feel the need to incur Industry Canada's wrath. -Grant

Forum: Newbie Tank December 30th, 2014, 15:09

Replies: 11 Cm16 loadout: 2 Views: 10,240 Posted By grantmac Midcaps and decent gear to carry them is always... Midcaps and decent gear to carry them is always the first upgrade. Good heavy bbs are also manditory. Then look into a hop up rubber and barrel. After that a durable optic such as an aimpoint clone....

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion December 30th, 2014, 02:49

Replies: 29 Which Tokyo Mauri Pistol??... I'm stuck Views: 15,470 Posted By grantmac I've had an RPAL for years but never been asked... I've had an RPAL for years but never been asked for it unless buying something. So yes, I do recommend that provided they are at least 19. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion December 28th, 2014, 02:58

Replies: 29 Which Tokyo Mauri Pistol??... I'm stuck Views: 15,470 Posted By grantmac Go to a real gun store and handle the RS. Then... Go to a real gun store and handle the RS. Then make a decision based on ergo. Personally I'm a striker fired pistol guy in real life but their AS versions leave me lacking. -Grant

Forum: Newbie Tank December 27th, 2014, 13:45

Replies: 29 Picking CM16 Dmr Views: 18,084 Posted By grantmac If you are looking for trigger response then what... If you are looking for trigger response then what you want is a high torque motor along with standard or higher speed gears and fairly high voltage. A high speed motor with low ratio gears can...

Forum: Newbie Tank December 27th, 2014, 02:01

Replies: 42 Using military patches on your kit Views: 20,833 Posted By grantmac Just as much of a problem. I spent 10 years... Just as much of a problem. I spent 10 years reg force. Never once wore insignia/rank/flags for airsoft and never will. You don't play games dressed-up to look like someone protecting their...

Forum: Newbie Tank December 27th, 2014, 01:40

Replies: 42 Using military patches on your kit Views: 20,833 Posted By grantmac Lack of patches/rank/insignia doesn't adversely... Lack of patches/rank/insignia doesn't adversely affect your ability to shoot plastic BBs at your friends. Recently we had a young guy show up to a game in cadpat, with regimental rank (MCpl...

Forum: Newbie Tank December 26th, 2014, 22:41

Replies: 42 Using military patches on your kit Views: 20,833 Posted By grantmac No ranks, no flags, no unit insignia unless... No ranks, no flags, no unit insignia unless fictional. -Grant

Forum: Newbie Tank December 26th, 2014, 15:57

Replies: 11 Good loadout for cm16? Views: 10,066 Posted By grantmac Midcaps, should be every players first upgrade. ... Midcaps, should be every players first upgrade. Grant

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications December 26th, 2014, 02:24

Replies: 9 Magazine bb block tab made from aluminum? Views: 7,341 Posted By grantmac Hunter Seeker makes a 10-pack of enhanced 3D... Hunter Seeker makes a 10-pack of enhanced 3D printed followers. Not metal but they are supposed to be the business for good feeding and longevity. -Grant

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion December 26th, 2014, 02:22

Replies: 51 40mm Grenade launchers Views: 37,935 Posted By grantmac I've been doing some designing for a 40mm shell... I've been doing some designing for a 40mm shell powered tripwire IED. Something with a little more jam then the spring-action claymore. Nothing produced yet but the design is simple. -Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion December 25th, 2014, 18:09

Replies: 25 Battle/war Belt Views: 18,381 Posted By grantmac Condor version 1 works okay with suspenders.... Condor version 1 works okay with suspenders. However I'll likely change to an HSGI now that I'm sure i like the battle belt concept (and i do). None seem to work well on their own. Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion December 25th, 2014, 15:45

Replies: 31 Ballistic Low-Profile Goggles with Fan. Views: 18,873 Posted By grantmac Regular ess profiles with thermal lens, foam... Regular ess profiles with thermal lens, foam removed and ez creation dual fan kit well stay clear on even the nastiest west coast day. I can fog damn near anything too. Work much better than the...

Forum: Newbie Tank December 25th, 2014, 02:20

Replies: 29 Picking CM16 Dmr Views: 18,084 Posted By grantmac An AEG with a long inner barrel isn't a DMR.... An AEG with a long inner barrel isn't a DMR. Having a DMR then using it like a regular AEG doesn't make you a designated marksman. Try learning the role before changing equipment.

Forum: General December 22nd, 2014, 19:50

Replies: 19 Another idiot shot for waving fake gun Views: 13,603 Posted By grantmac Suicide is a selfish act, not having the balls to... Suicide is a selfish act, not having the balls to do it yourself is cowardly. He clearly wanted to die and was willing to ruin someone else life to make that happen. I wish he'd just jumped off the...

Forum: General December 20th, 2014, 00:42

Replies: 160 Sticky: What is your true definition of "Milsim" Views: 839,645 Posted By grantmac Big +1 on that Richocet I personally cannot... Big +1 on that Richocet I personally cannot stand long respawn times. Unless you are dealing with a game of literally 100s of people all they do is create stagnation. -Grant

Forum: Accessories Discussion December 17th, 2014, 23:32

Replies: 30 Boafeng Radios? Views: 28,190 Posted By grantmac Well then, party on Wayne! Well then, party on Wayne!

Forum: Gear Discussion December 17th, 2014, 22:11

Replies: 65 What do you guys think of mag fed? Views: 52,781 Posted By grantmac Mittens, I assume you are from the US correct? ... Mittens, I assume you are from the US correct? Airsoft is a COMPLETELY different game this side of the border (or at least has been thus far). I've played on both sides and there simply is no...

Forum: Accessories Discussion December 17th, 2014, 21:51

Replies: 30 Boafeng Radios? Views: 28,190 Posted By grantmac Unless they are willing to program it for you... Unless they are willing to program it for you then it won't work. You will need the $15 cable to correctly input the FRS/GMRS frequencies. Seriously, spend the $40 and get the UV-B5. -Grant

Forum: General December 17th, 2014, 21:15

Replies: 160 Sticky: What is your true definition of "Milsim" Views: 839,645 Posted By grantmac Hours of boredom, moments of confusion, seconds... Hours of boredom, moments of confusion, seconds of excitement. That is milsim for me. -Grant

Forum: Gear Discussion December 17th, 2014, 01:01

Replies: 582 Sticky: NVG Equipment Gallery Views: 1,673,274 Posted By grantmac OMFG those PVS-21 are hot, but damn if they... OMFG those PVS-21 are hot, but damn if they aren't pricey at $20K stateside.

Forum: Newbie Tank December 16th, 2014, 22:57

Replies: 31 Eye Dominance Views: 19,129 Posted By grantmac The general idea is to shoot with whatever hand... The general idea is to shoot with whatever hand matches your eye dominance since it takes less effort to develop the muscle memory versus changing your eye dominance. That comes from several years...

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