Everyone has their own way of doing things. Some are better than others. Here are some top tips from an airsoft store; MiR Tactical, in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. See if you can put any into practice before your next airsoft event. Keep a Small Profile Some of you might find this elementary, but it’s one of the most critical tips in the entire game. Profile is how large you appear as a...

KWA Airsoft is one of those brands that’s been around for a while - over 30 years, actually. Since 1988, they’ve been producing high-quality, high-performance, reliable airsoft rifles and equipment for airsoft players and law enforcement personnel from all walks of life. But if you want to get the most out of your KWA airsoft rifle, it’s best to pair it with the equipment,...

E&L Airsoft produces some of the most realistic AK platforms on the market today. They literally might be the best for some events. MilSim, which stands for Military Simulation, is all about realism. The more faithfully the airsoft event can capture the immersive experience of a true combat environment, the better. Since these are often used for law enforcement training and reenactment...

Airsoft players certainly have no shortage of options when it comes to what they should carry into the airsoft arena. That is to say, the market for beginner airsoft guns and AEGs is about as saturated as it gets. There are countless options for various brands, all of which offer different performance and upgradability at a wide range of price points. One of the best of them is the G&G...

Some AEGs, such as some KWA airsoft guns, take the realism of the airsoft experience to the next level by introducing features such as simulated recoil. But there’s more to an airsoft event than the kick of the rifle. For a fully immersive experience, that pushes the envelope of fact and fiction, consider some of the following airsoft attachments. Tack some of these onto your airsoft...

If you have a gas blowback airsoft pistol, like a CO2-powered or a green gas Glock, how long it will last, and how well it will perform in matches, are both products of the maintenance you administer from time to time.  Granted, you might never once unholster your GBB pistol during a match, but when you use it or carry it in the elements, it’s still important to remember that, just...

Being a responsible airsoft player means administering proper clean maintenance to your airsoft guns and gear, and that includes your airsoft magazines. Doing that will require you to understand how your airsoft magazines work. There are two basic types of airsoft magazines: low/mid-cap magazines and hi-cap magazines, which are commonly used by AEGs. Here’s how they (basically) work....

Already got an airsoft starter kit and ready to get on the field? Aside from setting yourself up for an airsoft event, you’ll probably enjoy the game better if you are prepared with the following airsoft essentials. Glasses/A Face Mask Most courses will let you play with just goggles or protective glasses, but a face mask offers much better protection. Getting hit up close is no joke,...

Action Army may be a name you recognize only from the parts and accessories it produces. Until recently, that was the case. But only a short while ago, Action Army officially entered the world of airsoft guns with its own complete model, the Action Army AAP-01. And boy, this thing has taken off. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why. What’s Great About the Action Army...

Christmas is almost here, and if you love airsoft, or have a friend who does, and you need a new gift (or a treat for yourself) then you need to check out the following AEG: the G&G ARP9. It is the ultimate CQB AEG, hands down. If you love the infamous G&G CM16 Raider but haven’t heard of the ARP9 yet, just wait till you see this thing. It is light, fast, expandable, and slick. It...