Brandon Kesswick
Paintball Gear & Equipment Specialist
Brandon Kesswick is a tactical sports writer with 12 years of experience in paintball gear, marker performance, and equipment optimization. He helps players choose the right gear for different play styles and skill levels.
His work focuses on paintball markers, masks, air systems (CO2 vs HPA), loaders, and protective gear, explaining how equipment affects accuracy, comfort, and performance. Brandon also covers maintenance and upgrades.
He frequently writes about gear comparisons, setup optimization, and field readiness, helping players get the most out of their equipment.
Paintball gear · Marker setup · Air systems (CO2/HPA) · Protective equipment · Gear maintenance
Experience: 12 years (since 2013)
Education: BS Sports Technology, University of Michigan, 2012
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How to Clean a Paintball Gun?Proper maintenance separates markers that fire consistently for years from those that choke on paint after months. This guide covers the exact cleaning process professionals use, from barrel swabs to o-ring inspection, helping you avoid the common mistakes that damage paintball guns
How to Clean a Paintball Gun?Proper maintenance separates markers that fire consistently for years from those that choke on paint after months. This guide covers the exact cleaning process professionals use, from barrel swabs to o-ring inspection, helping you avoid the common mistakes that damage paintball guns
How to Choose Paintball Gear?Learn what paintball equipment you actually need, how to choose markers and protective gear, what to pack in your gear bag, and how much a complete setup costs. Avoid common mistakes and build the right kit for your play style with expert guidance for beginners and experienced players
How to Choose Paintball Gear?Learn what paintball equipment you actually need, how to choose markers and protective gear, what to pack in your gear bag, and how much a complete setup costs. Avoid common mistakes and build the right kit for your play style with expert guidance for beginners and experienced players
Paintball Gun Upgrades GuideUpgrading your paintball marker transforms how you play. Instead of settling for factory performance, targeted upgrades let you fine-tune accuracy, consistency, and handling to match your specific play style. Learn which upgrades deliver the biggest performance gains and how to choose parts that match your play style.
Paintball Gun Upgrades GuideUpgrading your paintball marker transforms how you play. Instead of settling for factory performance, targeted upgrades let you fine-tune accuracy, consistency, and handling to match your specific play style. Learn which upgrades deliver the biggest performance gains and how to choose parts that match your play style.
Gel Blaster Ammo GuideGel blaster ammo preparation and storage directly impact your blaster's performance. This comprehensive guide covers hydration techniques, bead sizing, storage methods for dry and hydrated gel balls, common mistakes to avoid, and expert answers to frequently asked questions about gellet ammunition.
Gel Blaster Ammo GuideGel blaster ammo preparation and storage directly impact your blaster's performance. This comprehensive guide covers hydration techniques, bead sizing, storage methods for dry and hydrated gel balls, common mistakes to avoid, and expert answers to frequently asked questions about gellet ammunition.
How to Upgrade a Gel Blaster?Gel blasters offer an accessible entry point into recreational shooting sports, but stock models rarely deliver the performance enthusiasts crave. This comprehensive guide walks through proven upgrade paths, from simple spring swaps to complete custom builds, with realistic expectations about results.
How to Upgrade a Gel Blaster?Gel blasters offer an accessible entry point into recreational shooting sports, but stock models rarely deliver the performance enthusiasts crave. This comprehensive guide walks through proven upgrade paths, from simple spring swaps to complete custom builds, with realistic expectations about results.
Paintball Protective Gear GuidePaintball delivers adrenaline-pumping action, but paintballs traveling at 280 feet per second can leave welts, bruises, and worse. The right protective equipment transforms a potentially painful experience into an exciting, safe sport you'll want to play again.
Paintball Protective Gear GuidePaintball delivers adrenaline-pumping action, but paintballs traveling at 280 feet per second can leave welts, bruises, and worse. The right protective equipment transforms a potentially painful experience into an exciting, safe sport you'll want to play again.
Splatter Gun vs Paintball GunChoosing between splatter guns and paintball guns involves more than picking what looks cool. These recreational markers differ dramatically in pain levels, costs, safety requirements, and where you can play. Understanding these differences helps you make the right choice for your situation.
Splatter Gun vs Paintball GunChoosing between splatter guns and paintball guns involves more than picking what looks cool. These recreational markers differ dramatically in pain levels, costs, safety requirements, and where you can play. Understanding these differences helps you make the right choice for your situation.
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How to Plan a Paintball Birthday Party?Transform your child's birthday into an action-packed adventure with paintball. This comprehensive guide covers everything from safety considerations and age-appropriate formats to venue selection, package costs, and creative game themes that make the celebration unforgettable.
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How to Plan a Paintball Birthday Party?Transform your child's birthday into an action-packed adventure with paintball. This comprehensive guide covers everything from safety considerations and age-appropriate formats to venue selection, package costs, and creative game themes that make the celebration unforgettable.
Do Paintballs Expire?Paintballs don't have traditional expiration dates, but they degrade over time based on storage conditions. The gelatin shells are hygroscopic and biodegradable, constantly reacting to humidity and temperature. Under ideal conditions, paintballs last 4-8 months; poor storage reduces this to weeks.
Do Paintballs Expire?Paintballs don't have traditional expiration dates, but they degrade over time based on storage conditions. The gelatin shells are hygroscopic and biodegradable, constantly reacting to humidity and temperature. Under ideal conditions, paintballs last 4-8 months; poor storage reduces this to weeks.
Paintball Gun CO2 GuideCarbon dioxide has powered paintball markers since the sport's earliest days, offering an affordable and accessible propellant system that millions of players still rely on. Understanding how CO2 works, what equipment you need, and when it makes sense over other options will help you make smarter choices.
Paintball Gun CO2 GuideCarbon dioxide has powered paintball markers since the sport's earliest days, offering an affordable and accessible propellant system that millions of players still rely on. Understanding how CO2 works, what equipment you need, and when it makes sense over other options will help you make smarter choices.
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