Old player, just coming back

So I'll consider myself  "new" I guess.

Anyway, I'm thinking of getting the Alpha Black Tactical w/ E-Grip.


From all the reviews I've read about the ABT, I haven't heard anything bad.
I'm looking at getting back into paintballing, and need to upgrade from my lame Spyder, haha (the thing had a weld down the middle of the stock barrel.. worst gun ever).

First, I'm just looking at playing regular old paintball, no speedball or anything for now... so would the E-Grip be necessary/is it worth the extra money?

Second, I need to know what upgrades to get. I don't want to spend over $400 for my whole setup if possible. I do need a new mask (which should be only $20 for a basic thermal). But as far as the gun setup goes, I was thinking of getting a remote line to connect to a N2 tank.. but I need to know if the 48ci is worth it (like I said, no speedball, and I'm not really a spray and pray type of player, more of a sneaky sniper type). Also, is the Invert Reloader 2 good with the ABT, or is the cyclone feeder THAT much better, because I've read horror storries of it chopping balls like crazy. And next should I get a vest or a harness to haul around my tank?

Lastly, where should I order from? I'm looking at actionvillage, because they have free shipping (always nice) and they have some package deals for the hopper/N2 and what not. Let me know!

SmAsH2003 wrote: So I'll consider myself  "new" I guess.  Welcome. Anyway, I'm thinking of getting the Alpha Black Tactical w/ E-Grip. Great marker for the price. Basically a 98C in a M4ish body to go with the U.S. Army sponsorship. Cheap, durable, easy to maintain as all Tippmanns are. Good entry level marker. If you opt fo the E-grip, get it already installed as it's cheaper than buying and adding. From all the reviews I've read about the ABT, I haven't heard anything bad. It's a Tippmann. I'm looking at getting back into paintballing, and need to upgrade from my lame Spyder, haha (the thing had a weld down the middle of the stock barrel.. worst gun ever). First, I'm just looking at playing regular old paintball, no speedball or anything for now... so would the E-Grip be necessary/is it worth the extra money? The E-grip has Semi, 3 shot burst and full auto. Depends on your style of play as to whether you want it. I will say that most of the fields I play at are high rate of fire heavy. If they are like that in your area as well, you may want to at least have th option. Second, I need to know what upgrades to get. I don't want to spend over $400 for my whole setup if possible. You can easily get a set up for this amount. Also consider buying used. Especially if you decide agains the E-grip. I do need a new mask (which should be only $20 for a basic thermal).  This is REALLY one area that you do not want to skimp on. Look at V force Profilers, Vents, Proto's. I guarantee, you will not be happy with a $20 mask after a short time. But as far as the gun setup goes, I was thinking of getting a remote line to connect to a N2 tank.. but I need to know if the 48ci is worth it (like I said, no speedball, and I'm not really a spray and pray type of player, more of a sneaky sniper type).  Like Mack said the 48ci tank will only get you 3-400 shots on an ABT. If you want an HPA tank, look into a 72CI minimum.  IMO. Also, is the Invert Reloader 2 good with the ABT, or is the cyclone feeder THAT much better, because I've read horror storries of it chopping balls like crazy.  I have had Cyclones on 3 of my markers and am modding a 4th to accept it. Personally, I have never had an issue with it. On the flip side, standard electric hoppers aer more versatile in that if you get tired of the ABT and want another marker, you can switch it. Not the case with the ABT. And next should I get a vest or a harness to haul around my tank? If you plan on using a remote, yes. More on this below. Lastly, where should I order from? I'm looking at actionvillage, because they have free shipping (always nice) and they have some package deals for the hopper/N2 and what not. Let me know! Do not be lured in by package deals! Typically the mask that comes with them should be taken directly from the box and thown in the garbage. If it is just a marker and hopper package, maybe, but make sure it is exactly what you want before paying for something you don't need.