"5 Airsoft Lies You Still Believe"
OptimusPrime
10 Jul 2026
Shreq Airsoft breaks down common myths in the airsoft community, starting with the mechanics of accuracy and range. He explains that tight-bore barrels do not guarantee accuracy, as their small margins can lead to BB jams, especially in cold weather. Similarly, a high feet-per-second measurement only gets a BB moving faster, while the hop-up system determines the actual distance a shot travels.
The discussion then moves into video editing and the physics of ammunition energy. Viewers are reminded that airsoft content creators generally edit out their missed shots and friendly fire to keep videos engaging, which can create unrealistic performance expectations. Additionally, Shreq Airsoft debunks the idea that only high-pressure air systems experience "joule creep", a phenomenon where heavier BBs leave the barrel with unexpected energy. This is a matter of basic physics that affects spring and electric setups too, unless your BB somehow learns to eat fried chicken and gain mass mid-flight.
Finally, he addresses environmental misconceptions regarding biodegradable BBs. Despite common beliefs, these pellets do not magically melt into the dirt after a few months. The certification for biodegradable status requires specific industrial composting conditions with high heat and controlled moisture, which are rarely found on a standard outdoor playing field. In dry real-world soil, the plastic projectiles can linger for years, proving that "biodegradable" simply means they will disappear eventually, rather than immediately.