New Ion
Printed From: Tippmann Paintball
Category: Paintball Equipment
Forum Name: Upgrades and Customizing
Forum Description: Trick it out!
URL: http://www.tippmannsports.com/forum/wwf77a/forum_posts.asp?TID=150208
Printed Date: 09 January 2026 at 9:58pm
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Topic: New Ion
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Subject: New Ion
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:19pm
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I am going to buy a Ion and was wondering what a good hopper would be. Halo B w/ Rip drive seems like a little overkill with a max of 22+ BPS Evolution II looks like the awnser for me, but was wondering what you Guys thought. Thx, "The Fuzzy" ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
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Posted By: You Wont See Me
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:22pm
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I'd go with an apache.
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Posted By: SuzukiRider987
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:22pm
| The Evo II is a great hopper, although the Halo B is better. You might not need the extra speed the Halo offers, but it's always good to have. So whichever you choose will be good. |
Posted By: Monkey Dust
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:22pm
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-idiot's opinions not welcome- ------------- a new breed of dracula!!!!!! |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:23pm
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Yeah, I'm not really in to spending $50 more for something I don't need.. Would rather buy a good barrel. I will look into it further though. Thanks ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:50pm
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I have recently read the reviews for the EVO and looks like it could be not the best choice for me. Here's why.. Very Back-heavy, which is bad for the wrists, and We don't want that. Very brittle, and easy to break. Bad customer service (always hated VL's) Bad battery usage feed neck is slightly loose.
Please post comments about this and direct me on a path I need to go on. Thanks! ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
Posted By: warbeak2099
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:52pm
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That is all true. Used Halo B's go for around $70-80 on the nation. Go with that. ------------- MIDN 2/C, US Navy LCE-SpyderMag | G-Force Pneumatic Mag | '99 RF Sniper II |
Posted By: You Wont See Me
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 9:58pm
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WIth the halo you'll need a stronger ball detent.
------------- A-5 E-Grip JCS Dual Trigger DOP X-CORE 8 stage x-chamber Lapco Bigshot 14" Beadblasted Optional setup: R/T Dead on Blade trigger |
Posted By: SuzukiRider987
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 10:03pm
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Fuzzybunnyownz wrote:Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 13 February 2006 at 11:33pm
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How about if I have no money after buying the ION and have to save up for a hopper? would the extra couple hours of work pay off for a Halo B? Or should I just stick with an Evo? ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
Posted By: SuzukiRider987
Date Posted: 14 February 2006 at 3:59pm
If possible, get the Halo. Then, you'll never need a new hopper if you get a new board or something that can shoot faster than 19 bps. Even if you have to work a little extra, then I'd do it to get the Halo. But if you have to get the Egg, it'll treat you well. |
Posted By: dodan44
Date Posted: 14 February 2006 at 6:08pm
| halo b's are nice. get one. |
Posted By: warbeak2099
Date Posted: 14 February 2006 at 6:14pm
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I'd look for a used Halo B on pbnation. Again, you can getn them for $70, the price of a new Egg. The Halo will outlast and outperform the Viewloader. It will feed more consistantly and reliably, not just faster. Unlike the Egg, the Halo is a true force feeder. ------------- MIDN 2/C, US Navy LCE-SpyderMag | G-Force Pneumatic Mag | '99 RF Sniper II |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 14 February 2006 at 11:57pm
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Ok, Thanks. ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 15 February 2006 at 9:13pm
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Posted By: Ken Majors
Date Posted: 15 February 2006 at 9:50pm
What he said^^^. I personally just like the way a Halo looks on an Ion. Or on any gun really. An Evo to me looks like someone took a nerf football and put a feedneck on it. Personal preference really....either one will feed the Ion to its feed rate limit with no trouble. ------------- RLTW |
Posted By: JcKa
Date Posted: 15 February 2006 at 10:25pm
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Halo B for $85: http://a-1paintballstore.com/index.html?cat_id=5&subCat_ id=9044&doThis=SubCategory&sort= [sort] I'm not selling that, just saw it and thought I'd suggest a good buy. Look for halo b at the bottom. ------------- -Cobalt to White Sonic Cyborg --7 Piece Matchstik Kit ---White Suicide'd Halo B ----PMI Stubby w/ NXE Cover |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 16 February 2006 at 12:15am
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thanks jcka ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |
Posted By: KaoitiK_P8ntr
Date Posted: 16 February 2006 at 9:49pm
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APACHE who suggested that .Definately go for a halo B. By the way any players from indiana or ohio ------------- Ion W/16 inch Stiffi/Empire B reloader/CP trigger/Empire ASA/3000psi Pure Energy/ Team KaotiK |
Posted By: BARREL BREAK
Date Posted: 17 February 2006 at 1:54am
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From an Evo user (me):
I dislike my Evo2, a lot. It IS back heavy, (I'm not a wimp, it is uncomfortable, so there.) Not very fast W/ stock board. (Be quiet about this, I have tested it extensively, and it IS my hopper holding me back, even on semi.) |
Posted By: Fuzzybunnyownz
Date Posted: 17 February 2006 at 6:32pm
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Ok ------------- ~~My gun~~ *A5* CP 1 Piece barrel 47/3000 nitro tank E-grip with APE board JCS duel trigger QEV kit Shocktech Rel. Bar Shocktech Gas through grip *Optional setup* Super R/T |