Virtue Paintball

Virtue Paintball is an American paintball equipment brand specialising in electronic loading systems, protective goggles, marker accessories and tournament equipment. The company became associated with aftermarket electronic control boards during the 2000s and subsequently developed its own product families, including the Spire loader and VIO goggle systems.[1][2]

Virtue equipment is used in recreational and competitive paintball, including professional and amateur speedball tournaments.

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 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]

Products

Electronic loaders

The Spire family is associated with electronically powered paintball feeding systems.

Virtue has developed several versions for different price categories and playing requirements.

The Spire V is among the later models documented in the manufacturer's catalogue.[2]

Protective goggles

Virtue's VIO products provide integrated eye and face protection for paintball.

The range incorporates interchangeable lenses and replacement components.

Different models use alternative mask shapes and ventilation arrangements.

Marker electronics

Virtue's aftermarket electronic control boards were designed for compatibility with selected electronic paintball markers.

The boards provided alternative programming interfaces and firing-mode options.

The company also produced associated electronic accessories.

Tournament involvement

Virtue markets equipment for professional and amateur tournament paintball.

Its products are used by players competing in organised speedball events.

The company has also promoted its equipment through sponsorship arrangements with tournament players and teams.

Specific team sponsorships and championship results are not listed here without independently verified records.

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