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Airsoft New Mexico Scheduals an Oak Flats Game!

The latest new from Airsoft NM!

An oak flats game has been scheduled for May 20th. So mark your calenders. More details will be released as the Op is planned.

Be on the look out for our revised rules that will be released in a few weeks. (Most important thing to get ready for is the importance of Mid and standard capacity magazines. You can picked up a box of MAG brand magazines for about $50 at Ehobby asia. If you need any other help finding them, contact Icey101, Adam or just start a thread in the forums.) To read the preliminary rule set, click on "Read more".


A brief overview of our new FPS, MED, and magazine rules. This is in no way complete. It is being posted to give you a general idea of the rules. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.

Standard Automatic Electric guns (AEG) and Automatic Electric Pistols (AEP) will need to use Standard, low, and Mid capacity magazines. To qualify as a standard AEG, your gun needs to be shooting no higher than 400 Feet per second (FPS)*. High capacity magazines will be allowed, if the the gun is shooting no higher than 350 FPS*. The minimum engagement distance (MED) for AEGs, and AEPs is 25 feet.

Belt/link fed guns such as the M249 and M60 series will be allowed to use their box magazines. Their FPS must no be higher than 400*. The MED for chain fed guns is 25 feet.

Designated marksman rifles (DMR) and the PSG-1 will use standard, mid, and low capacity magazines. They are limited to 450 FPS*. They must be modified to fire semi auto only. The MED for DMRs and the PSG-1 is 50 feet.

Sniper rifles will use standard, mid, and low capacity magazines. They are limited to 550 FPS. They must be bolt action. A first time player may not come to a game with a sniper rifle shooting higher than 450 FPS. The MED for sniper rifles is 100 feet.

Gas Blow Back (GBB) pistols will use what ever magazines are available. They will fire no more than 340 FPS*. The MED for GBBs is 15 feet.

Gas Non Blow Back (GNBB) pistols will use what ever magazines are available. They will fire no more than 400 FPS with a MED of 25 feet. The exception being the Ruger Mk1 series, which will be designated a DMR with a FPS of no more than 450* and a MED of 50 feet.

We realize that some guns are coming from the factory with high capacity magazines and the FPSs of over 350. If you own such a gun, please contact one of the organizers. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis.

Standard/Mid/Low capacity magazines: Mag with a spring pushing the BBs.
High capacity magazine: Mag that feeds via clockwork spring or an electric motor.

* 2% variance allowed.

Read More Here...



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National Airsoft Magazine Issue #13 Q1 2007 on Stands NOW!

The Newest issu of National Airsoft Magazine hits the stands....

We know what you've come to expect. Never willing to compromise, we've delivered yet another issue full of the quality content you've come to enjoy.

Here's what's coming up this issue:
Exclusive shots of CA's M14 prototype, what effect the clones are having on the industry as we know it, your votes have been tallied... our first annual Airsoft Achievement Awards - see who you chose as the best, Airsoft Recondo School, Howitzer: up close and personal, Expo Airsoft West
Reviews: CA's SCAR-Light, Inokatsu's MK43 Kit, and ICS's M16 Series M203
Contests: Howitzer's CA SCAR-Light Giveaway & Ultimate SpecFor Contest
All this and more! Just how much more?
84 FULL GLOSS PAGES OF AIRSOFT!

Simply click the link to nab your copy!

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Gander Mountain Moves to Take Realistic Toy Guns Off Its Shelves

Gander Mountain has made the decision to drop replica guns in favor of airsoft guns in their national store chains. Is this another boost for the sport of Airsoft?

"ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb 05, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Gander Mountain Company announced today that it is pulling realistic replica guns from its stores in Minnesota and will sell only airsoft guns that are obviously and unmistakably toys.
Gander Mountain will phase out realistic replica guns, in favor of the obvious toy guns, in all its 105 stores as soon as possible.

The new sales policy is in support of law enforcement agencies and local government ordinances regarding the possession and use of replica firearms. These ordinances are under review in the company's home base of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and many other parts of the country.

"This is the right thing to do," said Mark Baker, CEO of Gander Mountain. "We are dedicated to the safe and responsible use of the products we sell. Every firearm, whether it's a replica or the real thing, should be handled in a safe manner. By offering only airsoft guns that cannot be mistaken for real weapons, we are doing everything we can to encourage their safe handling and use."

Gander Mountain is known for its commitment to safety in the outdoors. The company's stores are the largest provider of hunter education and firearms safety courses in the United States. The outdoor retailer has more than twice the locations of its nearest two competitors combined and sold nearly $3.5 million in airsoft guns and products last year. "

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Read Airsoft Reviews, Articles and more at dEFCONAirsoft!

Take some time to visit our friends at dEFCONAirsoft and check out all the cool Airsoft reviews, articles, features and forums found on their great website!

As quoted from dEFCONAirsoft

"dEFCONAirsoft is a UK News, Reviews and Information website set up in September 2006. We first started out many years ago, known as dEFCON4, but sadly had to close down due to personal reasons. dEFCONAirsoft is primarily run by me, 4dEFCON, but other members of our little squad contribute to content and ideas."

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JAI DYI Expands their AEG line with a new MP5SD3 Airsoft Gun!

JIA DYI Enterprise Co is one of the top Airsoft Distributers in Taiwan and is expanding their product distribution to the USA.

Based in Taiwan, JIA DYI Enterprise Co., Ltd.,is a manufacturer and exporter of various paintball and airsoft guns. With over 18 years of experience in the toy guns industry, they are capable of manufacturing top quality products to satisfy airsoft customers high demands.
JIA DYI says

"To add to our expertise and products ranges, we have formed working relationships with other manufacturers in Taiwan and China. We also realize the importance of product development therefore always push ourselves to develop new models and new functions to surprise our customers ."

Watch for JDI airsoft products at AIRSOCOM.com!

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Airsoft Claymore Landmine Review:

SCORE: 9 out of 10

The Aisoft Claymore by Supercell is a very cool airsoft accessory for airsofters. Ours came pack nice and tight with no room for anything to break. With the same dimensions as the real thing, 8 1/2" L x 2" W x 3 3/4" H it is a great size and easy to carry and deploy. This landmine has a good weight and even though it is mostly rubberized plastic is does feels substantial. It comes with a full manual and a CD so that you can watch how everything should be done on your computer or DVD player, very cool for those who do not like to read instructions!

Operation:
The mine is spring powered and does not require any gas or batteries to operate. It has very few moving parts and nothing to break or loose accept maybe the safety pin but you could easily make another and the one supplied with the claynmore comes with a bright red ribbon so it is hard to loose! On the same key ring as the safety pin it comes with a trip wire pin. You stick it in the top of the mine and can run out a wire or cord for your enemy's to step on. When someone trips over the wire, it activates the mine and then flies off with the cord. That's what's really nice, it doesn't stay connected to the mine, so when someone trips the trip wire, the whole mine doesn't go with. It simply breaks free and the mine delivers its charge for the kill!

Loading:
Before loading you need to close up the mine. The cloth launcher inside folds neatly and the clam shell outer box latches closed and your can then ad the safety pin. There is a small bb feeder hole on the outside of one side that your can pour bbs directly into the mine, mix in some baby powder for added effect and you are ready to go.

Firing:
Firing is easy! You can fire this mine manually with a trip wire. Remotely with a hard wire detonator wired directly to the landmine or my favorite with the wireless key fob. The wireless detonator comes pre configured to fire two land mines at once and you save even more cash by buying two mines together! The remote seems to have a range of around 50' and with the wireless remote you can also set up the trip wire as a back up so even if you have to retreat, advance, or get eliminated, you can still eliminate the enemy!

Rate of Fire:
Well, Rate of fire on a Claymore Usually 1 explosion per its lifetime, but not this one! It's 100% reusable, and takes less than a minute to reload and set up! It's a very easy procedure, and you can master after the first time you use it.

Performance:
It holds 200+ Airsoft 6mm BBs. but by no means do you need to use that many, 5-50 cover perfectly. It will shoot Airsoft .20 g bbs over 60 feet!!! Its spread is a 30-45 degree radius. It makes a pretty neat/loud POP noise when it shoots open, and scares everyone, even when they know it's going to happen.

Accuracy:
It's a landmine! If you can't hit someone with 200 bb's with a hidden device, then you should just quit airsofting. It doesn't really have any accuracy except for everywhere in front of it! If you set it up right, it will get the job done, and it can take out an entire squad. 200 BB's can hit a lot of people!

This is a great fun airsoft toy and will make you the hit at your next airsoft scrimmage!

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USB Powered AirSoft Turret Project

Here is a great link to some cool instructions to build your own USB Powered AirSoft Turret so you can remotely fire on unsuspecting coworkers or intruders near your computer!

Where else but the good ole US of A would we revel in crafting items that not only utilized that oh-so-lonely USB port on the rear of your leased laptop, but had the potential to "deliver welts" to unsuspecting co-workers? This edition features a $19 electronic AirSoft gun, the turret base from an a USB missile launcher, super glue, and some easily found hobby tools.

Click to Read the Full Article...

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National Airsoft Magazine Schwag'n'Fragfest 2007!

We recieved this notice from NAM about a new years contest...read more.

Alright airsofters, it's that time again! Here's your chance to get those mitts on all the goodies we collect throughout the year. Some of it we give away through issue-based contests and some at events we host. But most of it, whether donated for reviews, sent as schwag, collected at the expos, you name it, stays stacked around in the office which is packed to the gills with airsoft goodies! Even ol' Sarge is tripping over it, and complaining about the "incredible butt-load of crap literally lining the halls!" Well, here's where you come in. Throughout the 10 days, several lucky winners will score a prize from this huge lot.

Here's what you need to know: Over the course of 10 days, from January 1st through January 10th, we'll be torturing you guys in a grueling series of LRPs (Long Range Patrols) throughout our websites, forums and MySpace pages (all accessible via the main website) to locate certain images and score your prizes! These prizes will range from posters, BBs, gas, batteries and ball caps, to year subscriptions, sold-out issues, subscription packets containing every issue ever published, NAM Girl autographs, grenade launchers, claymores, rifles and AEGs, with the Grand Prize being the ICS-27 Prototype reviewed in Issue #12! So what's the catch? You won't know what, you won't know when and it will be entirely up to you guys to find the where. We'll be dedicating a thread in the forums to this event so that you guys can communicate, rant, harass, post clues to each other and beg for clues from the staff. May the best and most diligent airsofters win!

For complete details, rules , see the official contest link:

Visit NAM on the web Click Here

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Fans of NAM rejoice! National Airsoft Magazine offers subscriptions...

We've been working diligently on this for years and now, with everything done "right," we are pleased to offer our readers Subscriptions! See the link below and subscribe today!
http://www.nationalairsoftmagazine.com/subscriptions.html

You may also notice the "Merchandise" link. We've got some hats for you guys which should be up by the end of the weekend. Courtesy of ICS, we'll be giving away lots of cool stuff on New Years so stay tuned to our website for that.

Also, don't forget about the NAMMYs! Time is running out to vote for your favorites! Spin over to our forums, and CAST THAT VOTE TODAY!
http://www.TheNAM.proboards98.com/index.cgi?board=voting

* Issue #12 is out completing our 3rd year in the business: The NAM: National Airsoft Magazine Issue #12 Q4 2006

Here's what's coming up this issue:
Combat Enterprises CEAPSC
CQB City in the A.O
Operation: Biohazard III, Are Minors Being Excluded?
Primary Objective RPG-7 build finale
Knock Knock Productions' The Kill House
STAR's L85 A2, ICS-27 Prototype
GAMMA's M33 Claymore re-review
RICO Alpha-9 TacLight
Special "Readers Only" Contest and much, much more!
84 FULL GLOSS PAGES OF AIRSOFT!

...and still only a measly: $6.00 USD
http://www.nationalairsoftmagazine.com/current_issue.html

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Airsoft Military Game Long on Strategy Longer on Fun!

By Thad Mumau
Correspondent

Ian Sorsch, 18, a senior at Western Harnett High School, got his father, Steve, 43, hooked on playing Airsoft. Steve spent more than 14 years in the military.
If you are looking for a pastime that will challenge you and let you spend the better part of a day outdoors in any kind of weather, then Airsoft is your game.

Although it is relatively new to this area, Airsoft got started in the United States about 50 years ago and gained popularity in Japan and Europe in the 1980s. Played with weapons that shoot 6-millimeter plastic BBs, it is a war game long on strategy and short on injuries.

Craig Whitaker, a 35-year-old plumber, organizes Airsoft games locally. He leases close to 340 acres on Slocomb Road, where he sets up military scenarios twice a month, usually on Saturdays.

“We create and design a military game,” Whitaker said, “with objectives like war games. We have certain targets teams try to conquer and certain bases they need to attack and control. Sometimes we have collectors who bring real weapons. Recently, it was an anti-aircraft machine gun from World War II.

“It was set out, and teams tried to destroy it. Or they try to disable radio communication centers we set up. That is accomplished by using mock grenades and smoke bombs that make a little bang sound, but do no damage.”

Participants wear goggles and different types of camouflage dress. When a player is hit, he raises his hands and dons a red rag called a dead rag. “Dead” players may return to action after sitting out a short period.

“Quite a few of the participants are currently in the military,” Whitaker said, “and some are former military. They were trained for this type of thing. We also have doctors, lawyers and people from all kinds of professions.

“The strategy is the big thing; it’s not about shooting people. Airsoft is a fun way to do a combat-type experience without anyone getting hurt. We assign people to teams, or they can form their own teams, and they try to maneuver as squads.”

Whitaker operates the only Airsoft field locally. Participants pay $10 for an event, which normally lasts five to seven hours. He tries to have two events per month. Players may be as young as 12 when accompanied by a parent. They must be 18 to purchase Airsoft guns.

“I was a paintball player,” Whitaker said, “but I got tired of playing that. I wanted something more realistic and more serious. Airsoft is growing. I see us having hundreds of players to come out for an event in a year or two.”

Steve Sorsch, 43, is a social worker who spent more than 14 years in the military. His son, Ian, got him hooked on Airsoft.

“Ian tried to talk me into trying it a year and a half ago,” Sorsch said, “but I thought the guns were too expensive. Then I went with him (to play Airsoft) one day, and I loved it.

“It is exciting, it gets me outside and I enjoy the teamwork and camaraderie. Airsoft is like the infantry tactics I learned when I was first in the military. I like working with others as a team. My son (who is 18) and I have linked up with this, and there aren’t a lot of things a parent has in common with a teenager.”

Teams get separate briefings before an event begins, and field managers direct the teams toward the same areas so there is more action.

“There is a lot of good problem-solving,” Sorsch said. “I did paintball years ago, and I find this is much more fun; it’s more like the military. It’s all about strategy and is almost like playing chess.

“Afterward, we may go out, get a pizza and talk about the fun things that happened. It’s a great day.”

Anyone interested in attending an Airsoft event may call Whitaker at (910) 578-4582 or e-mail him at coffee22@earthlink.net.

Thad Mumau can be reached at mumaut@fayobserver.com.

Airsoft New Mexico Two New Oakflats Airsoft Games

November 12th, 2006: a reenactment of Da Nang in the Tet Offensive.
http://www.airsoftnewmexico.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=1679

This is based on the battle at Da Nang Marine Air base, in the Tet Offensive. You may have seen this battle in the movie Full Metal Jacket. It is the first battle of the movie.
Essentially:
The town field is Da Nang MAC base. The center of it is a hospital.
The goal of the VC/NVA forces is to attack the base using guerrilla tactics, and you cannot go within a TBD distance of the hospital.
If hit in the arm or leg call for a medic and a medic will come (this is both sides) and heal you, which involves wrapping and taping gauze on the wounded area.
If you are fatally wounded (torso, head) then go to the hospital (For C forces, in the forest) and you can remove all gauze, but keep it with you in case you get injured again and the medic is out of it. This game will not stop for lunch. Basically, we will take turns going to staging area for lunches or breaks, but there needs to always be a Marine force defending and an NV force attacking or planning to do so.

If you want to play on the USA side, you need to dress like a period American. See the forum link for more details.

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November 19th, 2006: Operation: Raging Storm
http://www.airsoftnewmexico.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=1637

There might be some zombie action at Raging Storm, please see the forum for more details.

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The standard Airsoft New Mexico Rule set applies to both:

Field: Oak Flats Paintball. Directions, pictures, and information available from http://www.oakflatspaintball.com

Field Fee: The Field Fee is $10 Per Person. Cash works best.

Waivers: Everybody under the age of 18 will need have a completed a waiver.

Meeting place: We first meet at Smith's on Tramway and Central @ 0900 hrs. We will be leaving at 0915, so don't get left. You may also drive straight to the field.

::What to bring::

Everybody needs to have the following:

Eye Protection == Paintball masks are highly recommended. ANSI Rated Full seal Eyewear is required
Water == You live in a desert. Bringing lunch is recommended too, there is no food nearby.
Footwear == The terrain is rough, boots are very recommended.

If you have an airsoft gun, bring it. There will be no rentals. You don't need an AEG, you can be competitive with a spring pistol.

Bring BBs, Gas, Batteries, Magazines, and anything else you need for your guns. If you didn't bring it, it may not be there.
If you have gear, you're more than welcome to bring it.
Bring a good attitude, or you and others will not have a good time. This should be fun, remember that.


For safety reasons, there ARE gun limitations:
AEGs Under 1J are fine
AEGs Under 400fps are allowed, with strict Minimum Engage Distance. We recommend bringing a sidearm with less power.
ALL GUNS OVER 1.49J WILL NEED TO BE SCREENED BY AN EVENT ORGANIZER PRIOR TO THE GAME


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Two Person Team Tournament Results:

On October 28th ABQ Airsoft held its first tournament. See the following link for the results:
http://www.airsoftnewmexico.com/modules/news/article.php?storyid=134

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If you have not been to ABQ Airsoft in a while, please stop by soon. There are significant changes to the field that make the game play more enjoyable. Remember this is New Mexico's first dedicated Airsoft field. Many states do not yet have such a place. Lets all continue to support this important resource that John has made available to us. We at AirsoftNewMexico.com look forward to seeing all of you at ABQ Airsoft.

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Airsoft International sells out in the US

Airsoft International is now on sale through high street book stores and news agent through the USA. This magazine offeres world class coverage of the sport of Airsoft.

Paul Monaf, the owner and publishers of Airsoft International was delighted to announce that AI has completly sould out of our their first issue in the USA. Based on this success we are planning on producing a dedicated US version of AI magazine.

For us Airsoft International is more than a busines, it's a calling. Our entire staff is made up of serious Airsofters, whose combined knowledge pool has allowed us to publish a high quality monthly publication aimed directly at you.

We here at Ai dedicate our time to produce an honest and informative insight into the global Airsoft community.

Our editorial team's refreshing approach, working in tandem with our high production values, has made Ai an essential read the world over.


If you have never seen AI you can download a Free copy of the magazine here.

- AirSOCOM.com

Two Person Team Tournament! October 28 9AM - 1PM

1st prize - Two Gas Blowback Pistols
2nd Prize - Two Tactical Vests
3rd Prize - Two ABQ Airsoft Polo Shirts

Tournament fee is $60 per team. Maximum number of teams is 40. Pre-registration and prepayment is required. This is a double-elimination tournament. AEG's, Shotguns, and Pistols only. No 203's, grenades, or claymores are allowed. Rentals are available.

Single hit elimination.

330 fps limit.

30 second movement rule. No camping.

Radios are allowed.

National Airsoft Magazine Issue #11 Q3 2006

NAM releases issue # 11 to the public! Here is what they had to say...

We know what you've come to expect. Never willing to compromise, we've delivered yet another issue full of the quality content you've come to enjoy.

Here's what's coming up this issue:
*2006 ASH BASH California, US Airsoft Expo 2006, we investigate the rumors about Orchid Bay Airsoft Arena.
*Buyer Beware - The truth about BattleSim.com.
*Primary Objective returns with the RPG-7 build.
*King Arms' SVD, G&P's M635, the MGUYA finalists.
*Claymores up the wazoo.
*WA's Desert Rats and much much more!
Just how much more? 88 FULL GLOSS PAGES OF AIRSOFT! ...and still only a measly: $6.00 USD

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