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Like I said it depends what works and where you want to go in the future..... My main set up is a tactical belt (el cheapo from the Bay) with MP5 mag pouches on the left and a drop leg holster for my side arm on the right. BUT Then I bought a M4 so needed different mags pouches so have MP5 and M4 pouches now, then I realised I needed more space for grenades and a dump pouch for quick stashing of empty mags and a smaller pouch as I couldnt get to my pockets with all these new pouches so another was added, all of a sudden I need a vest So it kind of just progresses, my advise would be to not buy anything too expensive whilst starting until you know what you want and where you want to go with it. Borrow a vest or buy a cheap tactical belt and pouches before comiting to more expensive gear and build it up as you go along.

Fair play!! thx

Still learning about this game and have seen comments on stripping cleaning and lubing new guns before use and was wondering what, where and why do you do this? And should I be doing any of this to my new combat raider now or after skirmishes? I want my guns to be maintained well and just wondered what I should be doing?

It all goes with experience.... Play a few games and tailor your loadout for your style at your local site. I started out stuffing everything into jean pockets, bought a vest with loads of pouches and hated it. Currently use a belt with minimal pouches as thats what I prefer at my local CQB site. Trying to build a woodland rig currently and likign the idea of a bandolier. There is no perfect loadout suitable from the start for everyone so build one as you go along is my advice.

Id like to run my own skirmish site. As far as gear goes, I havent been involved long enough to dream up a list (yet) but would love a garage that was kitted out like a secret agents lair with walls of guns and racks of equipment / camo outfits etc..

Me likey.... Certainly would think about buying one, not making as im faaaar too lazy and useless for that sort of thing..

Cool, so a general rule of thumb is try to stick to the same brand if unsure? I figured all mags of a type such as AK M4 M5 etc would be universal... I suppose nothing else in pretty much any industry is so why should these lol.. Thanks boys!!

Not yet but I sneak in new trainer boxes all the time and purposely built the shelves deep enough to hide another row of boxes behind, so theres at least 60 pairs in the cupboard which she cant see at any one time Only a matter of time before I start doing something similar with guns, I have 4 currently and I think she only really knows about 2 of them oops

A very Noob question, I have just got myself a combat raider and need some new M4 Mags, but my brother has told me they are not all the same as his mayes do not fit his gun and vise versa, is this true? if so what do I need to look out for?

Bloody well LOVE the idea. I wouldnt want to shoot you as I would be grinning too much.. Go for it, but keep this thread updated PLEASE!!!

A battery for my Combat raider M4 I bought and forgot to post about Next on the list is the add ons I want, Torch, Laser, Sight, Tracer/Silencer Then painting time!!

Havent gone through the whole thread as I have just found this and it might be of interest to the OP.... http://www.airborne-airsoft.co.uk/airsoft_longmoor.php

Been in the shop a few times, a couple of the guys are really helpful, there's one or two who come across as unhelpful but I know who to talk to now so head for them as standard. Website is a pain, its messy and confusing, lacking pictures or info for most products and if you are lucky enough to find something you want on there its out of bloody stock. The shop itself needs an overhaul. Plenty of times I have gone in and they couldnt find items I was after, I think they have tried to pack too much stuff in and made it hard work for themselves. I would continue to use them as their store is literally 10 mins from my house but they do seem a tad expensive and unhelpful. If they were to have a tidy up and a bit of training it has massive potential.

I mostly play CQB and have a red dot on my Mp5K for a couple of reasons. 1) My mask/goggle combo doesnt allow me to get the gun close enough to feel I am using the irons correctly 2) In darker areas I feel more confident using the dot over the sights as I feel I am shooting more accurately, this may be a placebo effect but when I swapped the rental for the first time for a friends gun with a sight I instantly felt I was getting more hits. 3) THEY LOOK COOL.... (in my opinion, but I like modern looking guns loaded up to the max)

If you need us to pop round to test your set up, let us know

VERY tempted, will have to run it past the mrs and check with work and my Airsoft pals but I would be very much up for this..

Cool, sound advice. will/wont do Thought it was worth asking you guys first as my friends within Airsoft circles are quite small.

Noted.... Only want to change parts that will address a known problem or greatly increase range/effectiveness etc.. I have used one of these guns and love it, so pretty sure I will keep it and be happy with it, kind of know the attachments I want so sorted on that, just wondered if it WAS worth tinkering with the insides or any know parts. Still getting to grips with stuff so all this help is appreciated.

Hey again... I have just ordered a Combat Raider (finally) and am wondering: A) If anyone recommends swapping any factory parts straight away for slightly better power/accuracy or general well being of the machine. and What sort of battery should I get? I see there are a few options and haver read arguments for both but am still undecided, what would you go for? Cheers guys!!

Hey.. Will be a Mall regular soon, hoping to get there once a month or so from october.. might see you around!

Yeah this... They will either be really interested and ask more questions or shrug it off without having to explain yourself in too much detail.

Better spring and motor, could you elaborate a bit more please. I want to upgrade mine but dont know where to start. Thanks...

seconded...

Not the best person to answer as I have never been there But as being a noob, dont worry. Most paces are fine and welcoming. Just get talking to others and tag along with other groups and before you know it your involved and feel like part of the scene.

Sweet pistols....