Airsoft Reload Manitoba Official Rules

These rules apply to all players participating in Airsoft Reload Manitoba. Please review carefully before attending. Safety, sportsmanship, and fair play are mandatory.

Safety & Equipment Regulations

SECTION 1: SAFETY RULES

1. Replica Handling

  • Magazines must be removed outside gameplay and chrono areas.
  • No dry firing outside designated gameplay or chrono zones.
  • When leaving the gameplay or chrono area:
    • Remove your magazine.
    • Point your replica toward the ground.
    • Fire two safe shots to confirm the chamber is clear.

2. Eye & Face Protection

  • Full-seal, ANSI-rated goggles are required in gameplay and chrono areas.
  • Mesh goggles and standard safety glasses are not permitted.
  • Lower face protection is required during gameplay.
  • Shemaghs or mouthguards must be approved by staff.
  • Gas masks or non-standard protection must display a visible ANSI rating.

Eye protection must remain on at all times in designated areas.

3. Chronograph & Power Limits

  • All replicas must be chrono tested and cleared before use.
  • Power Limit for all replicas is 1.31 Joules (Equivalent to 375fps with 0.20g)
  • Maximum BB weight is 0.28g, players may be subject to spot testing at any time.
  • Staff may re-check replicas at any time.
  • Replicas exceeding safety limits will not be permitted until adjusted.
  • Refusal to re-chrono or spot test BB weight will result in tag removal and disqualification of replica from gameplay.
  • Attempting to use a non-permitted replica will result in removal from the event.

4. Firing Modes

  • Semi-auto only unless otherwise announced.
  • If full-auto is permitted:
    • Maximum 40 rounds per second.
    • Subject to chrono testing.
  • Binary or multi-shot trigger systems are allowed only during official Speedsoft tournament matches.

5. HPA Regulations

  • HPA systems must have a staff-installed tank lock.
  • Tampering with or removing the lock will result in removal from the event.

6. Grenades & Prohibited Devices

  • No smoke or pyro devices permitted.
  • Cyclone-style BB grenades are allowed (must fire BBs).
  • No grenades permitted in the Speedsoft arena.
  • No 40mm shower shells allowed anywhere in the arena.

7. Field Safety

  • No blind firing.
  • You must see down your sights when shooting.
  • No shooting through cracks or small gaps.
  • No shooting under obstacles at players’ feet.
  • Jump shots over obstacles are not permitted. Shooting over obstacles is only permitted if stable footing is maintained.
  • Do not move, climb on, or modify arena obstacles.
  • Report accidental damage to staff immediately.
  • Intentional damage may result in removal.

8. Transporting Replicas

  • All replicas must be transported in a case or covered container.
  • This includes pistols and grenade-style devices.
  • Visible replicas outside the building will result in immediate removal from the event.

SECTION 2: GAMEPLAY RULES

1. Hit Calling

  • If struck by a BB, loudly call “HIT.”
  • Raise your hand or use a kill rag if available.
  • Return to spawn or follow current game instructions.
  • Ricochets do not count.
  • If unsure, call the hit.

Honesty is expected at all times.

2. Grenades in Gameplay

  • Sound grenades are distraction only.
  • Cyclone/Tornado-style grenades count if a BB strikes you.
  • No 40mm shower shells permitted.

3. Gun Hit Rule

  • If your primary weapon is hit, call “GUN.”
  • Switch to your sidearm.
  • If your sidearm is hit or unavailable, return to spawn.

4. Mercy Rule

  • Within approximately 10 feet, a player may call “Mercy.”
  • No melee weapons permitted.
  • The opposing player may accept the hit or attempt to engage.
  • If they fire back, normal engagement rules apply.

5. Dead Player Conduct

  • Once eliminated, only say “HIT.”
  • No callouts or communication with teammates.
  • Resume communication only after respawn.

6. Emergency Procedure — “NO DUFF”

In case of real-life emergency:

  • Shout “NO DUFF.”
  • All players immediately stop.
  • Place replicas on the ground.
  • Step away from replicas.
  • Play resumes only when cleared by staff.

7. Conduct & Sportsmanship

  • Bring concerns to referees or staff.
  • Do not confront other players directly.
  • Excessive foul language is discouraged.
  • Repeated or serious issues may result in removal.

8. Rule Enforcement

Staff may:

  • Issue warnings
  • Remove a player from a match
  • Remove a player from the event

Event organizer decisions are final.
No refunds will be issued for ejections.

SECTION 3: SPEEDOPS INVITATIONAL RULES

1. Entry & Teams

  • $30 per team or $5 per solo player.
  • Solo players will be placed on teams.
  • Matches are 6 vs. 6.
  • Matches are best of 3 games. Each game lasts 3 minutes.
  • Teams must be ready at match start. Late players will not delay play.

2. Equipment Restrictions

  • One weapon per player during tournament matches.
  • Maximum BB weight: 0.28g.
  • Random BB weight spot checks may occur.
  • Weapon changes allowed only between matches due to malfunction.
  • Replacement weapons must meet all tournament limits.

3. Objective

  • Capture the opposing team’s flag.
  • Return it to your spawn.
  • If no capture occurs within 3 minutes, the match is a draw.

4. Tournament Chronograph

  • Chrono required before each match.
  • Joule limit: 1.31J (375 FPS with 0.20g BBs).

5. Referee Authority

  • Referee decisions are final.
  • Arguing may result in match loss or tournament removal.

SECTION 4: FACILITY POLICIES

1. Age Requirements

  • Minimum age: 12 years old.
  • Players under 18 require signed parental waiver.
  • Players 15 and under must have a parent or guardian on-site.

2. Rentals

  • Valid ID required for rentals.

3. Prohibited Items

  • No alcohol.
  • No illegal drugs.
  • No pets.

Violation will result in immediate removal.

4. Personal Property

The event is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Secure your gear at all times.

5. Respect the Facility

  • Keep staging areas clean.
  • Respect gameplay areas.
  • Maintain cleanliness in parking areas.
  • Help preserve the facility for future events.