different bolts: do they really affect performance?

[memph bLeek]

i still have the stock venturi bolt on my xtra but i was wondering if it would really make a difference if i upgraded the bolt. what do you guys think?

[iipaintballer]

There are not many bolts made for spyders that will increase the performace dramatically. If you are looking for a fast visible improvement in performance, I reccommend getting a new barrel.

[Wasimodo]

From what I've heard, a modified stock bolt works just as well as any store bought one. Check out
http://www.spyder-faq-center.com for the instructions on how to remove the venturi insert and save yourself some money.

[davidb]

Shocktech has one that you can strip by just twisting the rear-cocking knob. I don't have one (yet) but I would imagine that would be a very nice improvement. It also has a venturi delrin front, and a slanted inlet that's good for low pressure. When you twist the knob, the little pin that connects the bolt to the striker slides up into the bolt, so you can just yank it out while leaving the rest in. Pretty cool if you ask me.

[elTwitcho]

For a Spyder, it wont matter tooo much. A LP bolt may allow you to get a lower operating pressure, but you wont notice a dramatic increase in performance. For higher end guns, going to a delrin over an aluminum will make a big difference, but that's not what you're asking :)