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Old 10-26-2016, 01:58 AM   #5
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Default Re: Armored... Shoes?

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Originally Posted by Anthony View Post
Checking, it looks like 4th edition UT considers reflex armor to be ballistic fiber impregnated with shear-thickening fluids, which means things like D3O are a precursor. D3O is already used in running shoes (for impact absorption in the insole, apparently), though running shoes are generally not expected to last for all that long. I suspect the major problem would be durability, while steel is both durable and armor, many materials are only one or the other.
How long is 'not that long'? I seem to recall running shoes lasting for a couple years back in my more sporty age. I suspect TL9+ ones should last even longer.
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