The Macdev Cyborg RX made its official debut in late 2008 at the World Cup. The Cyborg RX's main competitor is the Planet Eclipse EGO. These two markers will face each other head on in 2009. The "RX" in the name refers to it being the gun that ends all your marker woes... A "prescription" for your crappy gun if you must. Consumer response has been relatively decent although the Cyborg RX is still very new. Most people either lean towards the EGO in this gun class because of its reputation, but Macdev isn't trailing by far. Given the hard economic times we are all facing, the Cyborg RX can potentially be a "make or break" item for the Australian paintball gun manufacturer - but it's too early to tell.

MSRP: $1299.99

Key Cyborg RX Features

• Pullpin-less, converted bolt
• Pullout drivetrain
• High efficiency ram
• Lightened valve with higher flower
• OLED display board
• Filtered Gladiator (HPR)
• Updated LPR
• Self-cleaning, wiping eye system
• Low pressure operation
• High air efficiency
• User upgradeable software via USB

Dye has released their new loader named the "Rotor" at the 2008 World Cup. Dye claims the Rotor has the "most consistent feed rate of any loader on the market". Made from Nylon material, the intelligent design behind the Rotor allows for quick maintenance and disassembly, making it extremely easy to clean. No more screwdrivers or Allen/hex keys needed for this loader. Very impressive Dye.

Price: $149.95

*Edit* Here's an updated video of the Rotor in action: http://www.youtube.com/v/uXqK978aW0Q&hl=en&fs=1

Technology

• Patented Rotor technology
• Cross Rotor action feed system
• Eye-less, pulse-less, and sound sensor-less
• 50+ BPS feed rate

Features

• Low profile
• Spring locking lid
• Speed feed compatible
• Collapsible spring-loaded feed tray
• See through windows
• Blue LED On/off button

Cleaning & Maintenance

• 15 second disassembly
• Broken down and taken apart with the push of a button
• No tools needed
• No screw disassembly

*Update 9/20/08
The DM9 is now available for purchase!

Dye has released a Youtube video preview of the new DM9 paintball gun. The Dye DM9 is now the lightest gun in the Dye Matrix family. Hyper 3 regulator, new trigger design, new milling, new eye technology and more. The Dye DM9 has been announced for release at the World Cup in October. Watch the vid and don't covet too much.

The 2008 PSP Phoenix event is just around the corner. It is the first of 5 events being held this year between March 13th to 16th (2008 schedule). For the noobs, the PSP (Paintball Sports Promotions) is a paintball tournament venue in the United States. Admission is free. Personally, I've been to about 5 or 6 of the PSP events over the past few years and had a great time. They're tons of fun. Watching the games at the PSP are short and sweet, but extremely aggressive.

Teams should register ASAP, space is limited.

Even if you don't have a team, definitely mark your calendar 'PSP' with a big red marker on March 13-16.

Team Ironmen won last year. I predict Russian Legion to take the gold for the 2008 season.

PSP's 2008 Schedule

Phoenix Open
Dates: March 13th-16th
Location: Glendale Youth Sports Complex at the University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ

Mid-Atlantic Open
Dates: May 8th-11th
Location: PBC Sports Park, Rock Hill, SC
Chicago Open
Dates: June 25th-29th
Location: Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Center, Bolingbrook, IL

Northeast Open
Dates: August 14th-17th
Location: All American Paintball Park, Greensburg, PA

World Cup*
Dates: October 20th-26th
Location: Disney’s Wide World of Sports® Complex, Orlando, FL

2008 PSP Prizes

XBall Division 1

1st - $10,000
2nd - $5,000
3rd - $2,500
4th - $1,500

XBall Division 2

1st - $8,000
2nd - $4,000
3rd - $2,000
4th - $1,000

XBall Division 3

1st - $5,000
2nd - $2,500
3rd - $1,500
4th - $1,000

5-man XBall Division 3

1st - $2,500
2nd - $1,500
3rd - $1,000
4th - $500

5-man XBall Division 4

1st - $1,800
2nd - $1,000
3rd - $600
4th - $300

I had the pleasure to speak to Craig Miller, Senior VP of Procaps and DraXxus paintball, as well as VP of the newly formed Paintball Sports Trade Association. The PSTA has one clear mission: Increase the awareness, acceptance, and participation of Paintball all over the world. We asked Craig some questions that might help clarify what the PSTA's purpose is.

Q: What is the ultimate purpose/goal of the PSTA?

Craig: The Mission Statement says it best: "To increase the awareness, acceptance, and participation in Paintball around the world".

Q: How was it started and who's idea was it?

Craig: It began in a Disney's Wide World of Sports meeting room at the 2005 PSP World Cup. Many people within the industry have conversationally agreed over the years that our industry needs an industry association to promote Paintball to the world at large, and to be a clearinghouse for information on the game, on safety, on best practices, and Paintball in general. Most industries and sports have associations that do all of these things, and now finally, Paintball joins the ranks of Baseball, Football, Basketball, Rugby, Soccer, Hockey, etc., with an industry association to promote the safe growth of our great game.

Q: Who's allowed to become a member?
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