Bedfordshire New Guy

[Buck3131]

Hey all. 

I'm looking to go to my first ever Airsoft event as a rental new guy. 

I figured after reading a fair bit online, that this is the best way to get started for a few months before committing if I get the Airsoft bug. 

Ideally it would be cool to meet some people here and join with them rather than turning up alone and knowing no one. 

I'm in Bedfordshire, but happy to travel within reason to a decent friendly site. 

Would be great to hear from you and see what we can arrange. 

Cheers  

Buck

 

[shadowfacex]

Hey Buck, welcome! I think you’re making the right choice by sticking to rentals for your first few events. ?

If you’re looking to see what’s close to you or overall around the UK, give PlayAirsoft → a go and see if you can find a suitable site to play on, in addition to all the recommendations that you will likely find from people here.

I’m from North West, so can’t help you with your location specifically, but hopefully more local souls with chime in below. Good luck and enjoy your first time! ?

 

[Buck3131]

Thanks Shadowface. 

It just seemed silly to go and buy a bunch of kit and then not stuck with it if I didn't enjoy myself. Also I'm hoping that this way I can meet more people and ask questions and advice. 

 

[Jacob Wright]

You’ve got a few sites around you afaik, Finmere the West of MK, AWA in Sawbridgeworth, Apocalypse in Royston, and there are probably others ?

Go along as a rental and see if it’s your thing, and then take it from there!

 

[Jedi_Master]

Welcome .

 

[Brophy]

Welcome to the forum @Buck3131

Looks like you doing it the right way, rental first instead of "all the gear and no idea" I wouldnt worry about meeting up with anyone from here, I've found most people at games are approchable and some even let you have a feel and take a few plinks with their guns. (insert fast show "ooooohhhhhhh, suit you sir" here)

While you are waiting for your first game, give @GAMBLE's channel a view, specially aimed towards to new players: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL-V_yVApaCpm096XBAQE1A/videos

 

[Buck3131]

You’ve got a few sites around you afaik, Finmere the West of MK, AWA in Sawbridgeworth, Apocalypse in Royston, and there are probably others ?

Go along as a rental and see if it’s your thing, and then take it from there!

That's the plan, cheers

Welcome to the forum @Buck3131

Looks like you doing it the right way, rental first instead of "all the gear and no idea" I wouldnt worry about meeting up with anyone from here, I've found most people at games are approchable and some even let you have a feel and take a few plinks with their guns. (insert fast show "ooooohhhhhhh, suit you sir" here)

While you are waiting for your first game, give @GAMBLE's channel a view, specially aimed towards to new players: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL-V_yVApaCpm096XBAQE1A/videos

I'll have a look, Cheers

 

[GAMBLE]

Hi @Buck3131 ?

Welcome to the forum, full of advice and like minded players! ??? 

Good luck getting started and hopefully have a fun 1st time, let us know on here? ??

Thanks @Brophy for the mention! ???

?GAMBLE?

 

[Shamal]

Yeah thanks @Brophy. You're wonderful lol

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Regards 

 

[Buck3131]

Looks like I'll hit up R.I.F.T Airsoft in October. 

Seems like a decent site. I would go this weekend, but I'm going away for the weekend. 

https://riftairsoft.com/content.php?s=8dd0e2f48833d4617279b73bd0cf614c

 

[Brophy]

Great stuff, hopefully you'll have a good game and get into it!

 

[Mikeh596]

Looks like I'll hit up R.I.F.T Airsoft in October. 

Seems like a decent site. I would go this weekend, but I'm going away for the weekend. 

https://riftairsoft.com/content.php?s=8dd0e2f48833d4617279b73bd0cf614c

Looking to go in October? I might join for my first game, only an hour away

 

[Jacob Wright]

RIFT have a few good sites and a good crowd of players too!

 

[Buck3131]

All booked in for the 3rd!  

Already have some decent boots. 

Any recommendations on what to wear on the first time?

 

[EDcase]

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Weather dependant.

T-shirt or long sleeve, obviously less bright colours.

Baggy helps reduce impacts.

Cargo pants or something with lots of (closeable) pockets.

Again, baggy for movement.

Take a bottle of water and some snack bars for energy.

 

[Buck3131]

Looking to go in October? I might join for my first game, only an hour away

I'm an hour away myself,. I'm booked in for the 3rd so if you are going let me know. 

 

[rj1986]

All booked in for the 3rd!  

Already have some decent boots. 

Any recommendations on what to wear on the first time?

I'm a semi-regular at RIFT so you'll be in for a treat at their sites.

You've already got the main thing which is a decent set of boots with ankle support. Apart from that, maybe some gloves, plenty of liquid and a good sense of humour and willingness.

 

[Buck3131]

I'm a semi-regular at RIFT so you'll be in for a treat at their sites.

You've already got the main thing which is a decent set of boots with ankle support. Apart from that, maybe some gloves, plenty of liquid and a good sense of humour and willingness.

Thanks. That's good to hear, I've ordered myself some gloves and Kneepads after thinking about it. I've got some black camo combat trousers, t-shirts and a jacket, so I should be all set. 

 

[Brophy]

Yep

I'm a semi-regular at RIFT so you'll be in for a treat at their sites.

You've already got the main thing which is a decent set of boots with ankle support. Apart from that, maybe some gloves, plenty of liquid and a good sense of humour and willingness.

Can't stress this enough, your ankles will thank you later after you put your ankle down a ditch ?

 

[Buck3131]

I've had to cancel because of the fuel issues. I've got 40 miles in the tank and not sure when I can top it up