New Product Release - Limited Edition Carbon Fiber Empire Axe

Every Year empire comes out with a limted edition version of the axe. This years version is the Carbon Fiber Axe Pro. The Axe pro includes the Infamous Empire Redline foregrip as well as a special freak barrel back along with a carbon fiber barrel tip. This Axe is outfitted just like the pros have won tournaments.

All of these upgrades add a bit to the price of the Axe. The standard axe runs at $459 while the Limited Edition Axe Pro $794.95. The body on this gun looks pretty sweet. They did a carbon fiber overlay on the stock aluminum frame. This gun is sure to grab attention at your local field. For more info or to buy one today, check out Zephyr

New Product Release Virtue Spire 260 Replacement Shell

Along with the Spire 260 that was released by Virtue at D-day this year, The Spire 260 replacement shell was also released. Now you can upgrade your spire to hold a true 260 rounds of paintballs. The shell is not cheap at 54.95, but much cheaper than buying a whole new hopper. Install is pretty quick, prob 15 minutes at worst. The Virtue Spire 260 Replacement Shell is only available in black at this point, but i wouldn't be surprised to see some camo colors down the road.

 Compatible with all spire speed feeds and the Spring ramp. Be sure to check these out today at ZephyrPaintball.com

Empire Resurrection Autococker Product Release

You've probably heard there was a new autococker in the works. Now it's out. Empire has reworked and improved the classic autococker. The resurrection includes a 6 piece sniper barrel kit (5 backs .675, .680, .685, .690, .695 and

a 14 inch tip) so you'll always have the right barrel to match your paint. Initially there will be two colors available, black and black / grey. Hope you remember how to time a cocker cause your gonna need it for the resurrection. Pricing is 549.95 which is prob a little expensive for this gun, but on the other end you get a complete barrel kit and alot of work went into this gun. Check out the resurrection autococker at Zephyr Paintball today while supplies last.

Planet Eclipse Ego LV1 to be Released Shortly

The long awaited 2013 version of the ego is set to be released in late april. The LV1 is the first lever valve operated paintball gun.

Lever Valve Technology
The Ego LV1 has a groundbreaking design that changes how a tournament level marker operates. The Lever valve uses a cam shaped lever between the rammer and the exhaust valve to isolate the action of each. The Lever reduces the force required to open the valve. This allows the new LV1 to shoot the most brittle paint while using the least amount of air possible.

Air Transfer Pipe
Say goodbye to macro line leaks. The Ego LV1 uses an air transfer pipe system. Standard macro line hoses and fittings are notorious for leaks. The new Pipe system routs the gas through the grip frame directly to the front Regulator.

Zick 3 Rammer
The latest version fo the zick kit is incorporated in the LV1. The Zick 3 uses a longer stroke. The LV1 also uses a staged acceleration allowing for a slower start while still providing the appropriate velocity at the end of the stroke. While you may thing this would effect firing rates, tests are showing 20+BPS which is more than is currently allowed in any league.

Operating Pressure / Efficiency
The LV1 operates with a LPR pressure of 65-80psi with the HPR providing 120-135psi for firing. Any compressed air tank will run with the new ego as it works with 300-800psi.


My first impression of the new LV1 was it's a bit longer than previous versions. The rubber front grip/regulator and back grips provide a little different feel than i'm used to in an ego. Videos and tests that i've seen are impressive. Pricing will be in the $1300 to $1500 range when you throw in the team and limited edition models. Look for these in your local shop in Late April

Empire Vanquish Paintball Gun Coming Soon

Empire will be releasing there new high end tournament marker shortly. The Empire Vanquish has been seen in various posts around the web, but specs and pricing have yet to be released. Check back 2/26/13 for pricing and presale information.

Limited Edition Virtue Spire Colors Released

Tired of just black and white? Virtue has just released the Spire in 12 new colors. 6 Based on Black and  6 based on white. The secondary colors are Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, Orange, Purple. If you can't find a color you like now you may have some issues. The Spire is the hottest new loader in paintball at this point. Ranks right up there with my prophecy Z2 and rotor. Feed rates are amazing and the hopper is small and lightweight. I'm also yet to get a feed jam. The shape is a little boxy and built more for function over form.

But you certainly cannot complain about the performance and durability of the Spire. The Virtue Spire has two version of the Crown 2 speed feed available as upgrades including one with spring fingers. 

Dangerous Power Releases the G5 Paintball Gun

 For all you Dangerous Power fans out there, The G5 is coming and should begin shipping this week. The G5 will be a hoseless design, No more macro line issues with this one. Pricing will be $329 with a handful of colors available upon release.
From the outside, the G5 looks pretty similar to the G4 were all used to with the exception of the macro line. The milling looks similar, but slightly different. The G5 uses the same feedneck, barrel, trigger and asa as the g4.  Internally Dangerous Power has come up with a new bolt design. The subsonic high performance bolt engine increases efficiency and accuracy on the G5. Vented ports help cushion paint reducing chamber breaks

  The Riptide regulator on the G5 has been completely redesigned. With only 7 stationary O-rings, maintenance is a breeze. I haven't received any estimates as far as how many shots the G5 will get off of a 68/4500 tank but will give everyone an update after testing.