Airsoft: top 5 essential accessories

Airsoft is a team sport that requires a minimum of equipment to ensure safety, but also to have fun in its practice. Once the basic equipment is purchased, the player can decide to equip themselves with a bunch of accessories to protect themselves further, improve their camouflage or even improve their style on the field. Discover our top 5 essential accessories to start airsoft.

Table of contents:

1. Airsoft helmet
2. Airsoft gloves
3. Protective eyewear
4. Airsoft masks
5. Airsoft shoes

Airsoft helmets help protect the head from impacts and shocks. There are several types, from the most basic to the most sophisticated. Essential for your safety, the airsoft helmet is often equipped with rails for adding accessories: night vision goggles, action cameras, microphones, etc. Sometimes, velcro surfaces allow you to customize your helmet according to your taste or your team's colors. Don't neglect comfort and weight either. For long airsoft games, opt for a helmet with ventilation spaces as well as sufficiently thick padding.

Our recommended product: M.I.C.H black 2002 helmet with rails - Miltec

Buying gloves is essential for your safety, but also for your comfort. Protecting your hands will not only reduce pain in case of BB impact, but also protect you in case of a fall or slip. Airsoft gloves are even more important when the game takes place on abandoned terrain (see our article: how to find terrain for practice) where you might encounter dangerous materials: glass shards, rusty metal, brambles, thorns, etc. You can opt for a pair of gloves or mittens depending on weather conditions and your preferences.

Our recommended product: the M-Pact Black gloves from Mechanix

Protective eyewear is essential in airsoft for your safety. It protects your eyes from BB impacts. When choosing airsoft goggles, opt for a pair that meets the EN 166 standard which regulates individual eye protection. Eyeglass wearers are not exempt and must opt for over-glasses. In addition to protective eyewear, we recommend buying anti-fog spray that will allow you to play in all conditions!

Our recommended product: Hamel G-15 ballistic goggles - EDGE TACTICAL

A helmet and protective eyewear form the basis of an "airsofter's" equipment. However, the lower face and ears are also areas to protect from BB impacts. A broken tooth or scar might give you a "badass" look on airsoft fields but not in daily life. To ensure your safety, there are several types of masks. Some mesh masks protect the entire face while others only cover part of the face and prioritize style over safety. We strongly advise you to opt for a full face mask which offers the highest degree of protection.

Our recommended product: Full face protection mask olive green – Kombat Tactical

Lightweight shoes, leather combat boots, mid-height boots, low tactical shoes, waterproof, etc. There are as many types of shoes as there are airsoft players and everyone can find the perfect fit in our online store. Airsoft shoes must be comfortable and allow you to move on all types of terrain and in all weather conditions. Choose shoes with good grip, good ankle support and comfortable insoles. Some models in Gore-Tex combine breathability and waterproofing, a real asset for long airsoft games.

Our recommended product: Quest 4D GTX Forces 2 black shoes - Salomon

Obviously, as your airsoft practice progresses, you may decide to invest in other accessories, more or less essential: knee pads, elbow pads, flashlight, camouflage nets, smoke grenades, camouflage paint, compass, survival kit, hydration pack, red dot sight, radio, etc.