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March 12th, 2013, 23:16 | #1 |
Making maps
Not sure if this is the right place to post a question about maps, but here we go:
So my friends and I want to create maps, with a grid, to plan our attacks essentially. It's been created, printed, and looks great - the question I have is how can I make it weather resistant, while still allowing it to be able to fold and stay portable? Laminating would make folding a pain. Is there something I can use to make them last longer in the field? Spray, nail polish, anything. Dpes anyone else have experience with this sort of thing? |
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March 12th, 2013, 23:24 | #2 | |
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March 12th, 2013, 23:36 | #3 |
ksuechuc
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How big is the map?
I'd suggest intel pouch or an armband, but if your map is huge, that won't work. You could also look into getting the maps printed on waterproof substrate, but that can get pricey.
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March 12th, 2013, 23:50 | #4 |
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I print map on 9.5x11 standard sheet And slip it in a plastic sheet protector, folds fine and is water proof
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March 12th, 2013, 23:58 | #5 |
MACtac. That's what the CF uses for their maps, and from what I understand can be bought civvie side. It's used as shelf liner, and you can buy it at staples.
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March 13th, 2013, 00:19 | #6 | |
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I'll ask someone about this tomorrow, she works in this domain (furniture and stuff, like staples). |
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March 13th, 2013, 00:27 | #7 |
Thanks for all of the input guys - much appreciated.
Last edited by -Shade; March 13th, 2013 at 00:30.. |
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March 13th, 2013, 00:30 | #8 |
Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture!
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mark it like this;
http://www.eoearth.org/files/123901_...system_map.gif Not with god damn alphabit soup. If you say the objective is in A9, that's a WHOLE grid I have to search in. Whereas if you say grid 916 944, I know exactly where you are talking about |
March 13th, 2013, 00:50 | #9 |
Maybe print the map on special paper?
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March 14th, 2013, 13:30 | #10 |
You could try something like Nikwax map seal or a similar product. I recall MEC selling this stuff a number of years ago but I haven't looked for it in a while.
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March 14th, 2013, 13:44 | #11 |
Prancercise Guru
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Just get a mapcase. It will also hold stuff like china markers, sharpies, note pad, radio freqs etc. You can strap it to your gear, put it in a pants pocket etc.
You can print out sketch maps, google earth photos or anything else and tuck it into the case.
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March 14th, 2013, 14:08 | #12 |
Cheap? Plastic sheet protector.
Expensive? Check out the TT Enhanced Admin Pouch and CPgear's Combat Quarterback
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March 14th, 2013, 14:09 | #13 |
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most airsoft field are so small, maps are of limited value.
I always give out maps to players at games I host, most don't use them
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March 25th, 2013, 17:02 | #14 |
Merica'
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The dollar store has what is called "maptac". Its an adhesive page protecting material, when you sandwich the map in it it's waterpoof. Find it in the stationary supplies section of a dollarama.
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March 25th, 2013, 18:20 | #15 |
Tys
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There are purpose built plastic sheet map "bags" that are waterproof/etc....roll them up/fold them/write on them with markers/etc... (grease pencils work nicely)
Or use a large zip loc lunch baggie. |
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