Wednesday, July 25, 2007

FACT: Why Pumps are inferior

A gun that can shoot 8 bps can shoot 1 bps.... however a gun that can shoot 1 bps cannot shoot 8.

Whatever works for you, doesn’t work for me!

Before I left for Russia there was a new trend starting on the spec ops forums. After looking on the forums for a few minutes it is rather apparent that agreeing with the spec ops positions is now considered “un cool.” Now before I begin let me state that I consider myself a dagger and use the “positions” to classify players all the time. Ok so we have the Commander, Dagger, Saber, Broadsword, Hammer and the infamous sniper. Five basic positions that can give people a basic understanding of how a typical scenario squad works. So where is the problem?

I’ve noticed a few posts that have said “Is this equipment good for a dagger?” or “Can I use this as sniper ghille?” The majority of the responses used to be “yes it is” or “no it isn’t” Yet somewhere in the time I took my exams and left to go to Russia the new response is “If it works for you” which to me is not a response at all. Now, don’t get me wrong! I think you should use the equipment you like however that’s not the question that was being raised. As stated above I consider myself a dagger, but do I go hand in hand with the guidelines set up by spec ops? No! But do I use some of it? Yes! Spec ops has made general position guidelines and has made equipment to go along with their guidelines (such as the dagger a-5 or the dagger vest). We just need to keep in mind that the so called positions are guidelines, and if someone wants to take them as word for word instructions who cares? Its what works for them right? Not every sniper has to wear guile, not every dagger has to have a reversed tank, and not every hammer has to have a hammer.

However, there are certain truths to every position and I think that’s the point that is being missed. Recently I was discussing the issue of daggers and remote lines. Some of the people decided to argue that “just because the daggers on spec ops webpage don’t use remote lines doesn’t mean you can’t use remote lines” and that’s right! The problem lies in taking your game to the next level. If you want to play in a serious game as a dagger in vegetation all the remote line is going to do is get caught up and slow you down. While a remote line can make your maker lighter you can train yourself to hold the heavy marker but you cannot train your remote line to dodge trees. Same thing goes for snipers, sure you don’t NEED ghille but it helps conceal you and helps you be a better sniper.

I’ll be the first person to admit that there are players much better than I using equipment much cheaper than mine. However if you compare two people of equal skills, knowledge, and experience the one with more refined equipment will win. So there is nothing wrong with using any equipment and playing a position on a squad (except for using a pump as a hammer). But by having more refined equipment you will be able to fulfill your role better. Take a look at other professional sports sure swimmers can swim in swim trunks but they use speedos because they cut down on drag. Soccer players could wear gym shoes, but they wear cleats for traction. Look at any professional athlete, in any sport and you will see equipment specialized for their position. I’m not saying that good equipment is the answer to all your problems since currently you can not buy skill. But a good piece of equipment can go a long way. So if your going to be a sniper you might want that ghille and if your going to be a hammer you want to spend a little extra on that e-grip. Some things are debatable such as the length of a dagger barrel, but others are not such as hammers should not use pumps.

So the next time someone brings up a spec ops position remember how convenient they are. A majority of people are just using them as a ballpark estimate so when talking to people about equipment please don’t jump to the “If it works for you it works for me” response and use the guidelines of the playing style to contemplate an answer.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Guardians are Recruiting




The Guardians have one mission...

"To amass a unit of the finest paintball players and take them to the ends of the world to compete while supporting Cabin Creek and its interests"

And with that mission in mind we have our first goal of competing in the 2008 SPPL woods ball tournament. To accomplish our mission we are currently looking for dedicated, hungry, and wise paintball players of every kind. Don't be scared away by a lack of experience, if you have only played paintball a few times but are willing to improve thats all that matters to us! So if you want to get more out of your paintball experience come on out and join the guardians!

The guardians are also currently looking to form a 18&U scenario team and like Cabin Creek are very family friendly. Parents if you would like to talk to me via phone or even in person about your paintballer's participation in the team please just let me know and we will work something out ASAP!


However there are a few guidelines,

First an foremost you must follow all of the rules Cabin Creek wishes to hold its players to and must always realize that you represent Cabin Creek and the guardians. Any action you do regardless of where you are can effect the team and the field!

In case anyone is wondering any player who wishes to be a player on the guardians cannot currently be ROSTERED on another team. Unless said team does not conflict with their participation in the guardians and meets one of the following three requirements.

1. Second team is a College, University, or School sanctioned.

2. Second team is a speed ball team of Cabin Creeks.

3. Second team is formed on a one time basis to participate in a tournament that the guardians are not taking part of or do not have room on their roster for said player.

Keeping that in mind we want our players to get out and play as much paintball with as many different people and teams as possible however with everything Cabin Creek gives us we must make them our number one priority.

If you have a small group of players who would like to join up under a squad it is possible for this to be arranged but keep in mind the needs of the team outweigh the needs of the individual when it comes to assignments.



FAQ:


Q: I want to tryout for the guardians!

A: Look at these forums as tryout dates will be posted on a regular basis. You can also contact me at bielerga@muohio.edu for more information!


Q: I'm younger than 18 years old, but I want to play! Do you have a spot for me?

A: We have a spot for anyone who is willing to come out, play, and learn!



Q: Will I be expected to Ref if I make the guardians?

A: Probably, the details for this are currently under the works so stand by. Chances are that if your older than 30 you wont have to ref but don't hold me to this yet.


Q: Are you sponsored?

A: Yes, Cabin Creek was lucky enough to sponsor us and give us sponsorship access to Archon, Bob Long, and many others!



Q: Greg I currently play on a speed ball team at cabin creek but I would also like to play in the woods with the guardians, can this be arranged?

A: If you get it cleared with Jeanne and your current team captain we can try to work something out. However we are not going to "steal" players from other teams and you will still be required to meet all of the guardian team expectations so this can be a challenge. But we are willing to work with you.


Q: Greg I was on a team that was cut / left from Cabin Creek can I join the guardians?

A: If you were cut from CC or left from CC you must get your admission back to the guardians approved by Jeanne. After that you can come and try out same as anyone else.


Q: Are you affiliated with Dead Reckoning?

A: No, if you were on Dead Reckoning and would like to join the guardians contact me for information. Check above question for more information.


(note: everything in the above message is subject to change by Jeanne the owner of Cabin Creek)


Wednesday, July 4, 2007

The Guardians are coming...


Tryouts July 15th at Cabin Creek

Email bielerga@muohio.edu or comment for more information!

www.cabincreekpaintball.com