Which one for Christmas?

[theraidenproject]

Should I ask for the Proteus w/ Votex fan for $80, or Flex 7 w/ X-Wind fan for $55? The cost isn't a factor, as I'm asking for one or the other for Christmas. Please respond ASAP, I haven't asked for anything for Christmas, so I'm making my list ASAP. Thanks.

[DrEvil]

I like the flex. my preferance thats all.

[wicked_mag]

Yo haha same for me i can't decide between the two for christmas. I think i'm gonna go wit a regular flex 7 though becuz the proteus has bad chin protection and i heard the material it is made out of scratches real eazy

[Riot[Z-Grip]]

You could always go with a third option of V-Force..... My Blue Mirror Morph is in the mail as we type.

-Pat

[TheBigRaguPB4L]

i totally agree with riot. you can get a v-force mask for the same price as any fan. my v-force has never fogged on me and has great protection all around. jsut fyi.

[MagMan5446]

The V-Force Morph is the best damn mask on god's green earth.

[oneshot]

get the proteus , but without the fan , you don't really need the fan

[DrEvil]

yeah i agree about not getting a fan. I ve never had a fogging problem with thermal lenses I dont recall any with the non thermals I ve had either. Blow the extra money on something else.

[dawump]

I've never used the flex but do have the proteus. I like it alot. It does have a very small profile, the built in visor is very good at shielding light, and although I've never used the fan during a game ( because of the noise ) I really like having it there to cool me down when I'm in a goggles on area but not playing. It doesn't blow much, but just that little bit of fresh air makes all the difference.

I've never needed it for fogging issues - the mask doesn't fog.

The only thing I didn't like about it the first time I played was that the shiny black reflected the sun big time and gave away my position... or maybe I just sucked that day.

Before playing again I gave it a camo job, and now REALLY like it especially with my new camo skinz ;-)

Picture attached - including splatter..

[wyn1370]

go v-force. I use my IZE as a looner to my non-equipment owning friends now that I got mine.

[Temo Vryce]

The Proteus is a nice mask but it's a little small. I use a Diablo Skul myself which is a small mask and I find the Proteus a little small. JT IZE, well other than the cost factor I got put off JT mask by the X-Fire. It wasn't very comfortable but the new IZE is. The V-Force line is very nice but if you are looking at playing in tournements then you might want to go with a soft mask over a hard mask. The Soft mask will bounce balls more often than the hard mask. It hurts when it happens but you're still in the game. This just my $0.02 and I hope that it helps you out in deciding which mask is best for you. Honestly the best thing you can do is to find someone with each mask type and try them out for a game or two. Masks aren't like markers. If it doesn't feel right from the get go then you're not likely to get used to it. You're best off to get a mask that suits your playing style, Rec or Tourny, and fit your head comfortably. We can only sugggest the masks that we like and in the end it's up to you as to which one you like. Good luck in your decision. I hope that you get the one you want for Christmas.

[[NA]WARLORD]

i personally use a flex-7 and cross wind, but if you sweat alot, i recommend a sweat band of some sort, this has virtualy eliminated all my fogging problems. and yes i do run thermals, only 1 system i ever used i didnt need a fan wis no longer in production and that was the Vents Preadator System, way ahead of its time!!!!

[dawump]

Temo,

Yes the proteus is a small mask - and that is one of it's selling points in my mind. The first time I wore it I thought it was too tight, but it has loosened up.

Small mask = small profile = less hits. I saw a comparison where the proteus and the flex-7 were drawn over each other, and the proteus gave better protection everywhere except the neck where it is a little exposing.

Keith

[toymyster]

Go to a store, try each one on, and opt for the most comfortable one!!

[Rynoboy06]

I have a proteus. It fits the contours of my face, nothing extra hangs out to get shot. The first time I used it, it fogged worse than any mask I've ever seen, but that hasn't happened at all in the 60-odd hours of field time Ive had since then. I think it looks cool too.

[Dayspring]

I say go with the Proteus. I can't speak for the other masks, but I played in July humid weather which turned to a downpour, and no fogging. Besides, you get to look like a Power Ranger like the rest of us Proteus owners.

C'mon, tell me you never thought about it!

[RaV3n_Pa1ntba||]

YOU CAMO SPRAYED YOUR MASK, buahahahahahhahahahah thats the funniest stupidest MOST RETARDEST NEWBISH THING IVE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE. wow buddy you made my day. AAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

have fun taking it apart and trying to get your mask cleaned off when you finally relize how stupid you were when you did that. (unless thats a fake pic and you didnt do it then maybe i will respect you a little more) but as of now buahahahahahahhahahahhaha

[dorksquad55]

i say the proteus. i have a spctra with a fan, and the lense never fogs, its my glasses, so if u have glasses get a fan, but if u don't, don't bother with one.

ken fetsurka
dorksquad55@aol.com

[MajorDamage]

V-Force Morph! DOLLAR BILL! And Pbgear has the proteus' on-sale cheap though. Like $50 without a fan and like $70 or $80 with one.

ENDO!

[bunkerking]

go with the flex. I think that the proteus is ugly.

[MikeCouves]

I think that the fans are kind of useless. You don't need it, but it supposed to be cool. I would definately get the Flex 7.

[wicked_mag]

Yo raven paintball leave him alone just cuz he camo sprayed his mask it doesn't matter, its what he likes so who cares what u think

[skipdogg]

Flex

[wyn1370]

RaV3n_Pa1ntba||,
unless you forgot to read the rules, you should already know that flames are not allowed. opinions are welcome, name calling and general insults toward other members is a good way to get yourself banned.

[Failure]

Raven where do you play man? I see you are from jersey. I also believe the word you were searching for was retarded, not retardest. Lol. Learn to spell before you insult people. You look extremely foolish. Don't worry about Raven, he has nothing to offer the forum besides stupidity and maruading the english language.

I wear the Grey Spectra IZE and they rule man. Never fog up, fit me perfectly, and look great. The lenses are scratch prone but other than that, the tinted lenses are better on my eyes. Only drawback is that they are $70.

[dawump]

So just to clarify, RaV3n_Pa1ntba||, you think what I did was "RETARDEST NEWBISH"?

Thank you so much for this valuable insight.

Keith

[AGDRules]

If you are going to say something like that keep it to yourself... you are new to the Forum as I can see but as another member said I would read the rules.. We dont like new guys making fun of people so leave him alone.. As for the camo, I think it was a pretty good job and its not half bad.. I honestly dont like rec so its not my style but its cool.

As for the mask issue I would go with the proteus.. I just like the look and feel of em. But try both on and see which one you like I wouldnt go with opinions over comfort level.
If the Proteus hurts your face or seems a tad to small buy a Flex 7 if it feels good and you like it get the proteus your choice..

[ProjectMag]

Get the Proteus Chameleon Series at www.acepaintball.com. Pretty sweet if you ask me. :D

http://store5.yimg.com/I/acepb_1662_504933http://store5.yimg.com/I/acepb_1662_517179

[PRO_Ski101]

I say GO PROTEOUS.I got one and THEY'RE SO SWEET.if u get tthe fan,it comes in REAL handy on hot day's and nights(espcially).Plus they look AWESOME!!:D

[Failure]

I don't like the Proteus style, it looks to 'megamanish'

[Dayspring]

Originally posted by Failure
I don't like the Proteus style, it looks to 'megamanish'

My friends refer to it as the Power Ranger mask.