New Product Release - Limited Edition Carbon Fiber Empire Axe

Every Year empire comes out with a limted edition version of the axe. This years version is the Carbon Fiber Axe Pro. The Axe pro includes the Infamous Empire Redline foregrip as well as a special freak barrel back along with a carbon fiber barrel tip. This Axe is outfitted just like the pros have won tournaments.

All of these upgrades add a bit to the price of the Axe. The standard axe runs at $459 while the Limited Edition Axe Pro $794.95. The body on this gun looks pretty sweet. They did a carbon fiber overlay on the stock aluminum frame. This gun is sure to grab attention at your local field. For more info or to buy one today, check out Zephyr

Empire Resurrection Autococker Product Release

You've probably heard there was a new autococker in the works. Now it's out. Empire has reworked and improved the classic autococker. The resurrection includes a 6 piece sniper barrel kit (5 backs .675, .680, .685, .690, .695 and

a 14 inch tip) so you'll always have the right barrel to match your paint. Initially there will be two colors available, black and black / grey. Hope you remember how to time a cocker cause your gonna need it for the resurrection. Pricing is 549.95 which is prob a little expensive for this gun, but on the other end you get a complete barrel kit and alot of work went into this gun. Check out the resurrection autococker at Zephyr Paintball today while supplies last.

Planet Eclipse Ego LV1 to be Released Shortly

The long awaited 2013 version of the ego is set to be released in late april. The LV1 is the first lever valve operated paintball gun.

Lever Valve Technology
The Ego LV1 has a groundbreaking design that changes how a tournament level marker operates. The Lever valve uses a cam shaped lever between the rammer and the exhaust valve to isolate the action of each. The Lever reduces the force required to open the valve. This allows the new LV1 to shoot the most brittle paint while using the least amount of air possible.

Air Transfer Pipe
Say goodbye to macro line leaks. The Ego LV1 uses an air transfer pipe system. Standard macro line hoses and fittings are notorious for leaks. The new Pipe system routs the gas through the grip frame directly to the front Regulator.

Zick 3 Rammer
The latest version fo the zick kit is incorporated in the LV1. The Zick 3 uses a longer stroke. The LV1 also uses a staged acceleration allowing for a slower start while still providing the appropriate velocity at the end of the stroke. While you may thing this would effect firing rates, tests are showing 20+BPS which is more than is currently allowed in any league.

Operating Pressure / Efficiency
The LV1 operates with a LPR pressure of 65-80psi with the HPR providing 120-135psi for firing. Any compressed air tank will run with the new ego as it works with 300-800psi.


My first impression of the new LV1 was it's a bit longer than previous versions. The rubber front grip/regulator and back grips provide a little different feel than i'm used to in an ego. Videos and tests that i've seen are impressive. Pricing will be in the $1300 to $1500 range when you throw in the team and limited edition models. Look for these in your local shop in Late April

Empire Vanquish Paintball Gun Coming Soon

Empire will be releasing there new high end tournament marker shortly. The Empire Vanquish has been seen in various posts around the web, but specs and pricing have yet to be released. Check back 2/26/13 for pricing and presale information.

Azodin Blitz Product Review video

A Basic video on the azodin blitz from Zephyr Paintball.

A decent job of reviewing the Azodin blitz, but it's about time for a review on the 2012 model

Planet Eclipse Ego 11 Dart Bolt System

Planet Eclipse has just released the Dart bolt system for all Ego 11 guns including the CSL. The dart kit will be a full kit including a new valve guide, exhaust valve, and bolt kit. The Dart system is designed to improve the efficiency and reduce the sound of your ego 11. The dart bolt incorporates the cushion tip design introduced on the CSL and included in the new Cure 4 bolt.

Further improvements were made over the Cure 4 with the addition of 2 seals on the body of the bolt on either side of the transfer port. This design allows the orings to operate with minimal lube and maintenance. The dart kit also includes a weighted insert which allows the ego to cycle at a lower pressure.

The Dart Valve assembly improves air flow and reduces wasted air by closing off the valve quicker.

The Dart system must be installed as a complete set. Mixing and matching parts may cause catastrophic damage to your marker.

Spyder MRX Mag fed Paintball Gun

The Spyder MRX is the newest tactical look paintball gun from Spyder. The MRX has a host of new features including the ability to switch from a hopper fed to a magazine fed gun. This allows you to play in the new scenario games that are getting popular where you cannot have a hooper. These games focus on tactics and movement instead of just letting paint fly. The Spyder mrx includes an m16 style foregrip and an adjustable stock. Spyder also gave you an offset feedneck so you can actually see down the barrel allowing you to add site or scopes if you wish. The carry handle comes in handy as wel for carrying your marker back after the game. The Spyder mrx will run off of co2 or compressed air and uses a spyder threaded barrel if your looking to upgrade later

Tippmann A5 The Ultimate Tactical Paintball Gun

The Tippmann A5 was my first paintball gun. Rock solid performance is the standard from tippmann. The A5 has tippmann cyclone feed system so you never have to worry about batteries in your hopper again. The Tippmann cyclone feed uses the excess air from firing to turn a cyclone feed system and feed paint into the marker. The A5 will run off of co2 or compressed air. While the A5 is heavier than the new tournament paintball guns, you have alot more upgrade options and can turn your a5 into a tactical beast with some pretty realistic looks. With the new low price of $179, it's tough to beat the a5 on performance and looks.

Azodin Kaos Paintball Gun

Looking for an entry level paintball marker for a good price? Look no further than Azodin. Azodin has been a round for a few years and is an off shoot of former Spyder employees. The Azodin guns have a very similar build to a spyder, but they have improved the vlave and efficiency. Tha Kaos runs about $90 and is a solid entry level paintball gun. You can use either compressed air or co2.

2011 Proto Rail Paintball Gun

Look for a sub $300 paintball gun with the firepower to keep up with your friends? Look no further than the Proto Rail. Built to run off of compressed air and using the same autococker threaded barrel on higher end guns. The proto rail is built to perform at a price you can afford. Anti chop eyes ensure the rail only fires when a ball is fully in the chamber. The rail has a elelctronic board preprogrammed  with multiple firing modes for the most popular tournaments including psp, nppl, and millenium.

popular upgrade for the rail include a barrel as well as techt bolts. The bolt out the back design makes for easy maintenance, cleaning and upgrades.