What to wear to play paintball for the first time?

Paintball is played with all manner of specialized equipment like the masks, markers and air tanks but the truth is, you don't need any of it to play paintball for the first time. Paintball fields all over the world rent every piece of equipment you need to participate right on site.

So, what do you need to actually bring when you go to play paintball for the first time?

The most important part is to dress for the weather. Most paintball fields are outside so make sure what you wear is comfortable and you won't be too hot or too cold. Remember, you will be running around so if it is cold, make sure you wear layers you can remove if you get too hot. You will want to wear long sleeves and definitely avoid wearing shorts. If it is chilly enough to warrant it, bring it a hoody. That's a great removable layer.

If possible stick to darker colors and bring loose-fitting clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. The paint will almost always wash out of darker colors but dirt and grass could possibly stain. More importantly, you want to be free to have fun and not worry about ruining expensive clothes. It's very common to see people playing for the first time in jeans and a long sleeve t-shirt or a hooded sweatshirt. You won't look out of place.

It's not a bad idea to bring something to cover the top of your head. A baseball cap works just fine. You can turn it backwards and wear it with almost any rental mask. If it isn't too warm consider at least bringing a beanie or a knitted cap. You can even bring a spare dark colored t-shirt to drape as an extra layer of protection around your neck.

If you hunt or have camouflage laying around, that's a great choice to wear, but it isn't needed. It won't be a huge advantage so don't go out and buy it just to play for the first time. Don't feel the need to try and fit in. People will recognize you are playing for the first time no matter how much you look the part. Just like any game, the first time you play will be a new experience. Just enjoy yourself and have fun. You'll most likely be playing with and against other newer players so you don't need to look like an expert on your first trip out anyway.

Some fields rent jumpsuits that cover your clothes and some fields don't. It's worth asking ahead of time but as long as you wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, you'll be fine.

You'll want shoes you can run around in. The terrain is different from field to field but old running shoes, cleats or hiking boots all work well. The most important part is you wear something that is comfortable and fits.

You can bring gloves, but remember you are going to be holding the marker and pulling the trigger so big winter gloves won't work.

If you are under 18, you probably need to get your parents to sign a waiver. If they are driving you to the field, then you are set, just make sure they hang around while you get signed in. Some fields require you do it on site but many allow you to print it online and just bring it with you. Check with the field first.

Bring cash or at least check and make sure the field accepts checks or credit cards before trying to use one. Bring a little more money than you think you'll need, you might want extra paintballs and most fields also sell drinks. Some fields serve food as well so that's worth finding out before you go.

Consider bringing a change of clothes for the end of the day too. All paint from paintball these days is washable and generally pretty easy to clean off, even out of a car if absolutely necessary, but that's work you can avoid by simply changing clothes before you go home. Also, there's a good chance you'll get your playing clothes dirty or even a little muddy so unless that's the type of abuse you normally subject your car to, bring some spare clothes to change into and you might even want to bring a plastic garbage bag to throw your dirty clothes into as well.

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[MrPeachola]

Im going paintballing tomorrow for the first time with my friends we are all beginners I was acting tough but I'm kinda nervous I was wondering if it hurt alot ?

[PaintballNationVideo]

@MrPeachola Hope you had a great time.

[jaybeebee14]

thanks for the awesome vid! I got a lot of good idea of things to bring that I hadn't thought of (i.e. extra clothes)

[PaintballNationVideo]

@jaybeebee14 Nice. Glad we could help. 

[DarkHawkFilms]

Wow this vid is so helpful, every paintballer should watch this!

[MrCharlotteStuff]

@joshhawk098 ok thx but i'm a girl my name is supposed 2 b MyCharlotteStuff coz i couldn't think of a name but thx for the advice x

[2964gina]

what park is that

[joshhawk098]

@MrCharlotteStuff just wear 2 pairs of sweat pants and a sweatshirt with like a t-shirt or 2 underneath and u barly feel anything unless u get shot really close up. if u have ever been beamed by a baseball it wont hurt anything worse than that. also wear a towel under ur pants to cover ur crotch or a cup if u have 1 because i saw some1 get hit in the balls and he looked like he was in serious pain lol so yeah doesnt hurt 2 badd if ur dressed properly

[joshhawk098]

lmao learn to hold a gun 2:04 

[TheLeft4DeadSpace]

how long do you have to be

[legodude2269]

screw this paintball all ou need is some camo a vest, a mask, and a gun and your ready to go there whole vid explained in a few sentences.

[MrCharlotteStuff]

im going paintballing but i dont no if it hurts can someone tell me how much it hurts ??x

[redmu1e123]

@1996adamlagrave R u trolling??

[ekeenfour]

I wear jeans with shorts underneath, and a hoodie...a lot easier during the winter.

[thezackattack934sk8]

@mrgone830 ya first time i went i ran in the middle and got pepperd it hurt for a couple of minutes then again i got hit multiple times