So you’ve got your first modular vest, chest rig, belt, or plate carrier. Maybe you already have some pouches you want to rig up, but you’re not sure what to put where, or whether you need a few more pouches before you’re game-ready. There are two pieces of good news, though. One, you’re not getting … Read more
If you’re looking to build an airsoft loadout, you may be seeing a lot of unexplained acronyms like PALS, MOLLE, and ALICE. It’s easy to see how the subject could be pretty confusing, especially if this is your first exposure to load-carrying gear! With any luck, this article should clear up any confusion about the … Read more
Even if you haven’t heard the acronym MOLLE before, chances are you’ve seen it at most airsoft games, or in photos of pretty much anything tactical: rows of horizontal nylon webbing sewn onto pretty much any free surface, from body armor to backpacks, and used to attach all kinds of gear and pouches. For someone … Read more
![Glove Up! 5 Best Tactical Airsoft Gloves 2020 [Hand Protection]](https://iamairsoft.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BestTacticalAirsoftGloves_20a7e9a0e2b31c2bed66b3714b5d3d35_2000.png)
Have you ever finished up an airsoft game with a split knuckle from an unlucky BB hit? Or maybe your fingers have gotten so cold during a winter game that you can barely pull the trigger anymore? Although they often get overlooked in favor of other gear like helmets or chest rigs, gloves can be … Read more
![Pack It! 5 Best Tactical Airsoft Backpacks 2020 [Handy]](https://iamairsoft.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/BestTacticalAirsoftBackpack_ee6bae87231fe19885172ccd4508aa97_2000.png)
If you spend a lot of time on airsoft fields, you know how much gear you need to carry. As well as your airsoft guns, this includes extra BBs, batteries or gas canisters, magazines, and accessories. Water and snacks are also a must to get through the day. The best tactical airsoft backpack can hold … Read more
![Safety First! 5 Best Airsoft Helmet Setup 2020 [Protect Yourself]](https://iamairsoft.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/BestAirsoftHelmetSetup_8c70d3ec9721a3efe8609b5dea17f772_2000.png)
Throughout the world, and for all of recent history, there’s been one simple fact: Cool guys wear helmets. Snowboarders? They’ve got helmets. Spec ops? Tactical helmet. Underwater welders? Diving helmet. Swiss guard? Spiky helmet. While head protection doesn’t truly guarantee coolness, it certainly offers the typical airsoft player a number of advantages. Adding a helmet … Read more
![Accessorize! 5 Best Tactical Airsoft Vest 2020 [Carry All]](https://iamairsoft.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/BestTacticalAirsoftVest_c1cde2cf67968de4746b6969ef2365b6_2000.png)
Tired of storing your magazines and gear in the pockets of your cargo pants? If you’re new to the airsoft scene, one of the best purchases you can make after your gun and your safety gear is a load-carrying vest, allowing you to keep your equipment firmly attached to your person even when rushing the … Read more
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A casual “pick-up” airsoft game can be a ton of fun. I started off in the sport playing small skirmishes with some buddies on their land and it was an awesome experience that kicked off the rest of my airsoft career. That said, not everyone has friends who have their own land, and if you’re … Read more
You’ve got the gear, you’ve got the guns. But do you have the knowledge? A little mindfulness on the field can give you the edge in the most intense airsoft situation: close quarters battle. Prepare to become a student of the game with this CQB tactics guide. CQB Tactics #1 – Movement and Mobility in … Read more
So, you’ve got your airsoft rifle and sidearm. You’ve got the gear. You’ve got three friends joining you for a day out on the field. Maybe you’re at your local field. In that case, the referee staff will have the day planned out with a mix of objective gameplay and combat scenarios. What if it’s … Read more