Spectacle-wearers of the world (with all due heart), how many times have you tried to make yourselves heard and stood your ground over the years to prove that wearing glasses can be cool? Just look at the number of people who wear glasses as a fashion accessory to see that there’s no issue wearing them in any situation, even the most dangerous. During a paintball game? No problem at all.
It’s worth knowing that any paintball field where you play and where full safety gear is provided will require protective masks compatible with glasses. Even if you want to buy your own equipment, paintball masks are designed to be worn with prescription glasses. The real question is whether you feel comfortable playing paintball with glasses.
Is a Paintball Mask Expensive?
Traditionally, the higher the price, the better the quality of the protective mask—and thus, the better and more comfortable your aim with the marker, without sacrificing visibility.
So, here’s what you should consider:
- A high-end mask sold for between £15 and £20 will have a basic lens, a foam rubber interior, and a rather rough finish.
- A more expensive mask will have a better design, more comfortable foam rubber that’s better fitted to the mask, and lenses with thermal treatment and anti-fog coating—essential when you’re sweating or generating heat from breathing. Your glasses won’t fog up as much, and visibility will be clearer.
- The price you pay is for comfort in the mask—comfort you can enjoy whether you wear glasses or not.
The best approach is to visit a specialist paintball shop and try different protective masks with your glasses. If you’re renting paintball equipment, test the various mask models at the fields where you’ll play to see if you feel comfortable without ditching your protective glasses.
If you ultimately choose the latter, don’t hesitate to check out the best paintball fields across France. Click here to book your paintball game wherever you want to ‘crush’ your friends.
The most important thing to know is that while your glasses are fully covered by the protective mask, the risk of them breaking during a paintball match is minimal. The rest? Enjoy yourself and plot the best strategy to lead your team to victory.
