Trigger Bounce
Overview
Trigger bounce is the unintended activation of a marker’s trigger caused by mechanical vibration, overly light trigger settings, or improper timing, resulting in multiple shots from a single pull.
Key Points
- Caused by overly light triggers, worn components, or electronic timing errors.
- Often illegal under tournament firing mode rules.
- Can create runaway firing or inconsistent shot rhythms.
- Detected during chronograph and compliance testing.
- Corrected through tuning, trigger adjustment, or board configuration.
Details
Trigger bounce occurs when the trigger is so light or unstable that mechanical vibrations cause multiple activations of the firing cycle. This results in unintended ropes of paint and can create an unfair and illegal advantage if not corrected.
Sources of trigger bounce include: Over lightened triggers in electronic markers. Mechanical vibration feedback during high rate strings. Board settings that are too sensitive. Worn bearings, loose screws, or improperly set trigger stops.
Tournament refs test for bounce during chronograph checks by tapping the marker or lightly manipulating the trigger. If bounce is detected, the marker must be adjusted before gameplay.
Players must balance trigger reactivity with legality, ensuring firing speed does not compromise regulatory compliance or stability.
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