Low Crawl
Overview
A low crawl is a stealth oriented forward or lateral movement where a player stays nearly flat to the ground to avoid detection and minimize exposure to active lanes.
Key Points
- Keeps profile extremely low for maximum concealment.
- Used primarily in snake lanes, woodsball, and stealth routes.
- Allows movement under active lanes or through blind spots.
- Slower than fast crawls but safer in exposed zones.
- Requires balance, controlled breathing, and smooth weight shifts.
Details
The low crawl is a deliberate, stealth based movement technique designed to minimize visibility and evade crossfield lanes. Unlike the fast crawl, which prioritizes speed, the low crawl emphasizes concealment and silent progression. Players distribute their weight across chest, elbows, and knees, keeping the hopper and marker parallel to the ground to prevent silhouette exposure.
Low crawls are especially valuable in snake entry routes, down the tape infiltration, or when crossing gaps under tight gun control. In woodsball, low crawls enable approach within short distances without revealing position due to noise or upright movement.
Proper low crawling involves smooth limb motion, consistent marker alignment, and careful monitoring of lane timing. Poor execution leads to hopper exposure, gear noise, or slowed reaction time during sudden engagements.
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