Hi all,

A local online news portal, RazorTV, has compiled a comprehensive news coverage of the Nerf hobby in SG.

There is also very interesting info from the local Hasbro Marketing Manager about their plans for the hobby locally and possibly regionally too!

Check it out:

http://sgnerf.blogspot.com/2009/09/razortv...on-nerf-in.html



This post has been edited by SgNerf: Sep 19 2009, 02:04 AM

Yeah, i guess the main advantages of a Raider in nerf games is its compact form factor, along with high ammo capacity and good RoF.

The Raider really suits the role of forward assault blaster (that probably inspired its "Raider" name), its so light and compact. With both single and slam-fire modes, players can take steady shoulder aimed shots, provide constant suppressive fire to cover team mates as they move from cover to cover, or charge forward with a barrage of shots etc... allows for very versatile gameplay.

Btw, check over at the NerfSG forum, i posted up a Raider Mod Guide that could be useful for "upgrade" reference.

This post has been edited by SgNerf: Sep 21 2009, 12:02 AM

Just some tips on ordering stuff from USA online stores which don't ship internationally:

You can register an account with a 3rd party shipper like vPost (Link: https://www.vpostasia.com/malaysia/index.html) or Borderlinx (Link: http://www.borderlinx.com/m/).

Once you register, they will provide you with a USA address with which you can direct your USA purchases to. When the items are delivered to that USA address, the shipper will calculate the shipping charges from USA to MY and inform you. Once you pay the shipping charges, they'll deliver the items directly to your home.

Note that for such 3rd party shipping, they calculate shipping charges by volumetric weight (ie. size of the delivery box), not actual weight. So charges can be quite high if the item is large in size, or if a small item is packed in a large delivery box.

Hope this info helps.

This post has been edited by SgNerf: Sep 27 2009, 03:23 AM

Check it out... a fun PR event at the launch of the Nerf Raider at UK toy store Hamleys:

http://sgnerf.blogspot.com/2009/09/nerf-of-living-dead.html

Heard that the Hornet AS-6 was also spotted in JB too. Guess it's probably the Blue standalone version which is a Toys R Us Exclusive model.

This post has been edited by SgNerf: Oct 3 2009, 12:43 AM

Well, the Hornet is a compressed air powered blaster, give it around 12 pumps, then can fire 6 darts in semi-auto (no need to prime between shots), it also has a "shotgun" button, which can fire all 6 darts on one shot.

The Hornet is actually part of the Unity System, can combine with the Nerf Titan to form a set. Check out a review I did on it a while back: http://sgnerf.blogspot.com/2009/03/hulk-ab...ter-review.html

Only thing is the Hornet is fixed barrelled, so have to manually reload after all 6 darts are fired and re-pump... whereas the Recon is spring plunger powered and magazine based, quicker to reload fresh magazines. So it all depends on what style of blaster you are looking for.

This post has been edited by SgNerf: Oct 2 2009, 06:00 PM

Yeah, i agree! Hornets with Sonic Darts are a very interesting combination.

If fired at a steep 60-70 degree angle, the Sonic Darts would travel in a high trajectory arc over obstacles and rain down on your opponents sounding like an artillery bombardment!

Well, so far i have posted up Longshot, Recon, Raider, Magstrike, Vulcan etc Mod Guides over at my ModWorks blog.

You guys are welcomed to check em' out for reference: http://modworks.blogspot.com



This post has been edited by SgNerf: Oct 14 2009, 05:27 PM

You guys are really going to like this...

http://sgnerf.blogspot.com/2009/10/nerf-n-...-6-spotted.html



This post has been edited by SgNerf: Oct 28 2009, 01:15 AM

Yup, variations in power and range between blasters of the same model (even within the same box) can occur sometimes.

Nerf toys are well... toys, as such they aren't manufactured to high precision tolerances, therefore there is an element of "manufacturing variations", so i guess it's all about luck.

Anyways, everything can be easily improved with just a few simple tweaks and mods!

If you are referring to your Furyfires, the issue is more due to the gap between the auto-rotating barrel and the spring plunger nozzle. This gap causes most of the air to escape outside when firing, so there is some room for improvement.

To improve the seal, you could get a rubber washer or o-ring and trim to attach between the auto-rotating barrel and the spring plunger nozzle, creating a tight seal, then apply some synthetic grease on the washer/o-ring to ensure that the barel can still rotate freely.

Nerf blasters have Air Restrictors (ARs) to cushion the plunger compression and protect the parts, but this also reduces air flow, therefore removing them will allow maximum air flow. But note that without the ARs to cushion the plunger impact, the sound when firing will be much louder and stress on the parts is higher, then padding will also need to be added to the plunger for protection.

Replacing or adding a stronger spring will accelerate the air compression, which increases the propelling power behind each shot, but also note that it will then require more strength to prime too.

All that being said, the results from modding blasters will depend on the blaster model too. Models like the Furyfire and Maverick naturally generate limited results from modding (due to their design) compared to blasters like the Longshot which have much more modding potential. See my next post for some explainations.

Btw, if you want to have an idea of how the modding process is like for Nerf blasters, do have a look at my Mod Works blog for various blaster mod guides:

http://www.modworks.blogspot.com

Yup, Nerf has a new range of melee foam weapons called the "Nerf N-Force" range, check out their website:

http://www.hasbro.com/nerf/n-force/


On the subject of Longshot verse Longstrike comparisons, here are some explainations why experienced Nerfers prefer the Longshot over all other current N-Strike blasters.

If one is planning to keep their blasters in original stock condition, then the Longshot, Longstrike, Raider and Recon all have similiar stock performance and firing range anyways, due to their air flows all being limited by Air Restricters (AR). Just different design and features.

But when it comes to being modified... then thats when the real difference in range and dart velocity is experienced.

The Longstrike, Recon, Raider and Deploy are all using the same reverse plunger system, which has a smaller plunger air capacity and limited spring space, all of these blasters after being modded would still generate the limited improvements in range and dart velocity.

On the other hand, Longshots have the much lauded direct plunger system which has a much larger plunger air capacity and bigger plunger casing space to use much stronger springs, which when modded provide much longer range and faster dart velocity in comparison.

Thats why Longshots are one of the most the popular blasters used in Nerf games.

The Nerf Magstrike AS-10 and Nerf Rapid Fire AS-20 are also Full-Auto blasters.

Glad to see you guys had a Nerf game last weekend!

Btw Afoxi, i've just sent you a PM. Cheers!

shaznizzle,

I just checked out your group's facebook page and would just like to say it looks great!

Since the NWC group are mostly students on the same campus, and already recording player scores and details on the facebook page, once the group grows, you guys actually have an excellent opportunity to run full-scale on-campus Human vs Zombie (HvZ) games!

http://humansvszombies.org

HvZ games can run for days, weeks and even months, and even non-nerf players can participate too, so its something thats very suitable for campus groups.

Maybe you can check with the Hasbro M'sia Rep?

He posted his contact details on the Nerf MY Facebook wall.

You might be able to get an estimated stock availability date of the Deploy from him.

This post has been edited by SgNerf: May 4 2010, 11:45 AM

That sounds about right for a stock maverick.

I guess when most nerfers mention ranges, its usually assumed to be estimated average distances to where the darts land on the ground.

Then again, range estimates are inherently inconsistant as different users may fire their blasters at different angles in different conditions, and without using an actual measuring tape to measure (unless they state their specific test firing perimeters like you have). So range estimates should just be taken as a rough guide.

Also note that individual blaster units can vary quite alot in performance even within the same batch of the same model. For example, its common to find a Maverick that can fire to 30 ft, yet another that can only fire to 20 ft. Performance is affected by factory construction and parts fit, and these are toys, so QC is inherently not as consistant.

So whether you get a good unit or a not-so-good unit... also depends on luck too.

Just a quick heads-up on the upcoming Nerf event organised by Hasbro Singapore.

If any of you guys happen to be in SG during that weekend, do pop by and check it out.

Official Event Website: http://www.nerfmissionzone.com.sg



This post has been edited by SgNerf: May 24 2010, 08:21 PM

Have a look at my Longshot Mod Guide: http://modworks.blogspot.com/2009/09/nerf-...-mod-guide.html


Yes, Sonic foam darts can be used in the Nerf Maverick too (both Yellow and Clear versions).

Hmmm... sorry, i'm not too familiar with the stock availability in MY 'cos i'm in SG.

I guess if you look around a few more stores, you should be able to find Sonic dart refill packs.

Alternatively, you can also use Tagger or Streamline darts too, just trim them abit shorter (if required) for a better fit.