TechPB Apparently Has A New Site Coming

So, some guy emailed a video of his finding of the new techpb.com. First, I didn’t know TechPB had a site, nor have really ever paid attention to TechPB, and second, it’s located at http://techpb.com/Joomla/.

Probably wasn’t supposed to mention that, but it’s indexed by the Googles, so whatever.

Anyways, it’s a Joomla powered site. The application with the most known security vulnerabilities last year. The menus seem to be done in flash, an incredibly horrible choice.

There is no RSS feed, so I probably won’t be reading anything from them unless they get that done.

There’s a forum running Fireboard, which I’ve never heard of, but it seems pretty lacking.

They have some other sections like gear, game footage, opinions, and a manuals section. The manuals section seems decent, but there’s nothing too great or interesting.

In the video, it says that it used a different approach to ads, which is kinda true. You’ll various other sites with the stupid folding ads thing. It’s actually pretty annoying since it uses a good amount of CPU, and depending on your platform or browser, it’ll screw up the layout of the page.

The sites definitely not ready for public consumption, and they have a lot of work still to do, but I think it could be an okay site. I don’t think it’s going to be a major goto site, but it’ll have some following.

Update: It seems that they at least moved it, so that link doesn’t work any more. Also, changed the logo as per request via Mike, and actually did it since he asked in a totally cool way.

New Elbow Pads from NXe

NXe has realesed a new design for their elbow pads. The Techna-flex elbow sheield is significantly better looking than the previous design; mainly for the fact that it’s black. Seeing as it is an armpad, it is not that much different from any other arm pad out on the market. Additionally, like most arm pads, NXe’s armpad also has breathable neoprene and moisture wicking lycra.

One difference though, is that the outer layer of the pad is made from ballistic nylon and is skid resistant. So sliding around on those rocky or rough surfaces should keep the integrity of your armpads intact.  Another unique characteristic of these armpads is that they have a three tier securing system. The purpose of the system is to make sure that the arm pad does not move around during play. The first tier is a hand sleeve, much like planet eclipse’s arm pads. The second is a wrist fastening strap which is supposed to “anchor” your arm pad. And the third tier is an upper arm or bicep strap which, apparently, is cusioned. This strap further holds the pad in place, preventing it from sliding down on anyone who has a skinny arm.

The price for the new NXe Techna-flex Elbow Shield is $49.99. Sizes available are S/M, L, and XL.

NPPL Ref Training

NPPL referee training will be in Houston September 13 and 14, 2008. Participants will be taught by a certified trainer. Referrees in training will learn everything there is to know about reffing a national level tournament. Training consists of a classroom portion and in field situations. The training course will be held at Tank’s Katy Paintball in Katy, TX from 9am – 5pm. The cost to take the course is $100.00 and can be made payable to NPPL. The $100.00 doesn’t just cover the training but you also get a 2008 level III referee ID card and an official NPPL rulebook.

NEO NXL Schedule

The NXL schedule for the North East Open has been released. I looked over the schedule and it seems that Avalanche is not playing this event.

Why? I have no idea why. Although, rumor has it that they owe the NXL lots of money and refuse to pay. And with this refusal of payment, Avalanche has decided to drop out of the NXL and on top of that, the NXL commisioner will not allow them to play Word Cup. There has been no offical statement relaesed by any of the Avalanche team members.