PaintballX3 Magazine January 2014 | Page 34

34 What did you or your company do in 2013 that you are most proud of? Dennis Tippmann Jr (Tippmann Sports): For Tippmann, 2013 was an extremely exciting year for new product introductions. For markers, we introduced the Crossover XVR, the Alpha Black Elite, and the Cronus, three markers that fit the needs of almost any type of player. On the accessories side, we introduced the exciting new Intrepid goggle and the very-realistic new Big Boy grenade. These new products have been very popular and successful. Also, I am very proud of our support for the many big games around the world including the Tippmann World Challenge and over 100 other events worldwide. Finally, we continue to manufacture the industries best product right here in Indiana and we continue to provide world class customer service to ensure that we have the best supported products in the industry. Gino Postorivo (Valken): I am very proud where Valken is today and long our term approach to the market--best inventory in the market and improving profits for dealers. We have great employee, dealers and friends and we are enjoying the market like the old days. Eric Engler (Engler Custom Paintball Guns): In 2013 Engler Custom Paintball Guns did quite a bit it’s hard to keep it to just one thing we are proud of. The largest thing would be the release of our “Sarge” kit for the Tippmann TiPX pistol. We were able to team up with “Sarge” Morin of Erin’s Army and bring out our hottest seller in years. january 2014