Editing Virtue Paintball (section)

== History ==

=== Electronic marker upgrades ===

Virtue established a presence in the paintball equipment market through aftermarket electronic control boards.

These products were designed for electronic [[paintball marker|paintball markers]] and offered alternative programming options, firing modes and other functions.

The company developed boards and accessories for several established electronic marker platforms.

Its early product range was associated with the growth of electronic tournament paintball during the 2000s.

=== Spire loaders ===

Virtue subsequently developed the '''Spire''' family of powered paintball loaders.

The Spire range uses electronically controlled feeding mechanisms to supply paintballs to a marker.

Successive generations incorporated changes to the feed system, electronics, construction and maintenance arrangements.

Documented models include:

* Spire
* Spire 200
* Spire 260
* Spire III
* Spire IV
* Spire V
* Spire IR and IR2

The Spire family became one of Virtue's principal product ranges.[2]

=== VIO goggles ===

Virtue expanded into protective equipment through its '''VIO''' goggle system.

The VIO range incorporated interchangeable lenses and modular components.

Subsequent models included the VIO Contour, VIO Extend and other configurations.

The products were designed for recreational and tournament paintball.

=== Expansion of equipment range ===

Virtue subsequently expanded its catalogue beyond electronic boards, loaders and goggles.

Its products have included:

* Speed feeds and loader accessories.
* Replacement lenses and goggle components.
* Paintball harnesses and pods.
* Protective clothing and padding.
* Tournament jerseys and trousers.
* Equipment bags and luggage.
* Marker accessories and maintenance equipment.

The company's official catalogue documents these product categories.[1]