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by 13th.Casualty
So we all know we need to be protected against zombie bites. I'd like to hear your opinions. Here's some of mine. Go ahead and list some pros and cons, as well as additional items. Comment about anything by creating a thread. And please put anything you add in alphabetical order.
Description:
A camouflage suit usually worn by the military.
Pros:
Relatively tough material for general applications, excellent weather protection (dump that trench coat, get some cammies), and can aid escape and evasion if environment-appropriate schemes are selected.
Cons:
Some fluids can penetrate the material, and not that hard to bite through nor tear in hand-to-hand combat (especially armed h/h combat).
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Full Custom Leather Suit:
Description:
A full armor made of leather.
Pros:
Bite proof, fluid proof, almost stab proof.
Flexible.
Cons:
Hot, heavy, binds movement.
Hard to get, expensive to make.
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Flak Jacket:
Description:
Pretty much a bulletproof vest.
Pros:
Can take a speeding bullet, as well as decaying teeth.
Cons:
Only protects upper body and torso.
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Shark Suit:
Description:
A chain mail suit that scuba divers wear to protect against shark bites.
Pros:
Bite proof.
Flexible, slice proof, can be used with a wet suit, skin tight.
Cons:
Fluids can penetrate.
Noisy, if chain links are big enough.
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HAZMAT Suit:
Description:
A physically unprotected suit that is meant to protect against chemical and biological threats.
Pros:
Fluid proof, good for moving zombie corpses, good to use under armor (depending on suit).
Cons:
Can be bit through.
Hinders movement.
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Dragonskin:
Description:
A swat team uniform with a good neck protection and doesn't limit visibility. http://www.securityprousa.com/. This site has government issue personal protection for sale.
Pros:
Can stop a speeding bullet, looks bad-ass, bite proof.
Can take a grenade blast without being penetrated.
Cons:
Hard to get, inadequately covers the body, large gaps in the armor that knives and other simple, skin-job weapons can get through, causing injury and possibly death.
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Load Bearing Equipment (LBE):
Pros: Easy to get, fairly cheap, allows for easy carrying of all needed equipment.
Cons: Most LBE's on the market right now use nylon web straps to allow for a perfect fit. The problem is that these straps make for perfect handles for the undead and also tend to get snagged on things. The pockets are designed with maximum capacity in mind instead of user comfort, so they get in way and hinder movement. Pockets are usually closed with velcro which makes way too much noise! Also you need to install your own quick release straps so you can drop the extra weight in a hurry if you need to move or if you get snagged while being chased.
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motocross armor/pants:
pros: easy to obtain, might be bite proof, covers some of your neck, if made of nylon can be pretty fluidproof, looks badass, armor can aid in hand to hand combat. also the pants allow free movement
cons: armor may restrict movement, hot, heavy, wont protect from stabs.
Wet Suit:
Description:
Aedit: not waterproofwater suitproof madeit traps a layer of neoprenewater betwine you and nylonthe thatsuit your body heats it up and thats what keeps you warm
(if you want to stay dry get a dry suit. trylam is usedthe inbest)
edited modernby waterww3sabiture sporta certified scuba diver if you post stuff get your facts rite! activities.and re-edit your info who ever posted this
Pros:
Waterproof, fluid-proof, protects against heat or cold (depending on the suit), easy to put on/take off, flexible, durable, will not snag, can be used with shark suit, skin tight.
Cons:
Probably not very bite proof, and because they were designed for use underwater, they are water tight as long as they are not torn or cut, This means they HOLD IN moisture (sweat), holding in heat, and therefore degrading badly they wearer's ability to move.
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Fencing Suit + Kendo suit (or left(yes there is a difference between kendo and fencing(kendo is hard strikes fencing is pansy leaping and twirling no offence fencers)(sorry for so many brackets lol))):
Description:
A suit used to protect against a rapier or kendo stick while fencing/sparring
Pros:
Flexible, made to stand up against stabbing and blunt objects.
Fencing suits are made of thick cloth that will provide some resistance against blades/bites (won't stop a stab)
Cons:
Limits visibility, does not guarantee bite proof protection, fluids may seep through.
Hot as hell, masks get annoying when used for long periods of time, back is exposed (fencing)
GLOVES AND HAND PROTECTION:
Boxing Gloves:
Description:
Gloves that boxers wear when boxing.
Pros:
Provides good protection, bite resistant, good for punching.
Cons:
Hard to grip with, bulky, takes time to take off/put on by yourself.
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Driving Gloves:
Description:
Leather gloves made to increase grip on the steering wheel while driving
Pros:
Increases grip, provides some protection.
Cons:
Easy to bite through
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Gauntlets:
Armour worn by knights.
Pros:
Good protecting from bites, try punching a mouldy corpses head with them (wear goggles),found in museum although may be fake so be careful.
Cons:
Depending on metal may break easy, if made with good metal will be heavier than the average person is used to dealing with (though, with extended wear, it will become comfortable), shouldn't be used to clear pathways should only be used if no weapons left (last resort). Also, can be highly uncomfortable, even injurious, if improperly fitted.
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Gorgonz Pro 850 EXHALE™ Cold Weather Work Gloves
Description:
Heavy duty work gloves designed for cold weather. For info of exactly what it's made of go to this URL http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100384747
Pros:
Good cold weather protection, moderate bite protection, Good grip even when wet, very flexible, machine washable.
Cons:
Dexterity may be hampered slightly.
Spider Boot Foot Protection System:
Description:
A foot accessory that is designed to protect against anti-personnel mines. Four pods keep you distanced from the ground.
Pros:
Can stand up to mines, can be used with other boots, good traction.
Cons:
Can be clumsy to wear, leading to potential ankle, leg, and knee injuries. Generally more a liability than an asset, as skin jobs can't use land mines.
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Steel Toe Combat Boots:
Description:
Boots worn by all branches of the military (certain exceptions apply to special units/personnel, such as electricians).
Pros:
Provides good protection, painful when kicked with, hard to bite through, generally easy to don.
Cons:
Really none; However, one should avoid anything other than full-leather construction, as plastics (even in very minute quantities) prevent your feet from breathing, leading to discomfort and even injury over extended periods. (Plastic eyelets and pull straps are acceptable, but avoid anything more significant than that like- A skin job.)
Can be difficult to doff, especially after extended wear.
Football Helmet:
Description:
A helmet used by football players to protect the head from injury.
Pros:
Extremely protective, made to stand up to a 400 lb man, looks bad ass.
Cons:
Heavy, limits visibility, bulky.
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paintball helmets:
edit: does not restrikt breathing so re-edit it who ever posted this
edited by ww3sabiture an avid paint ball player
pros:
biteproof, has full face protection, combines a visor, face protection, and ski/snowboard goggles, adjustable, scares the crap out of certain people, and looks badass.
cons:
restricts breathing, limits visibility, might just get you killed in the right enviroment, and doesn't protect against large impacts of any kind.
Bicycle Racing Helmet:
Description:
An aerodynamic helmet used by bike racers. (GO LANCE ARMSTRONG!)
Pros:
Protects head, does not hinder movement, light, aerodynamic.
Cons:
Provides NO protection against a skin jobs whatsoever; It could possibly be used over the face of a skin job like a catcher’s face mask (or muzzle) to prevent them biting you, but that’s really all it’s good for. Worse, cheap ones may break easily. I heard a story of someone falling off their bike, then their helmet exploded into pieces and one of the shards went straight into his eye. Ouch.
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So we all know we need to be protected against zombie bites. I'd like to hear your opinions. Here's some of mine. Go ahead and list some pros and cons, as well as additional items. Comment about anything by creating a thread. And please put anything you add in alphabetical order.
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BODY ARMOR:
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Military Camo: Description:
A camouflage suit usually worn by the military.
Pros:
Relatively tough material for general applications, excellent weather protection (dump that trench coat, get some cammies), and can aid escape and evasion if environment-appropriate schemes are selected.
Cons:
Some fluids can penetrate the material, and not that hard to bite through nor tear in hand-to-hand combat (especially armed h/h combat).
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Full Custom Leather Suit:
Description:
A full armor made of leather.
Pros:
Bite proof, fluid proof, almost stab proof.
Flexible.
Cons:
Hot, heavy, binds movement.
Hard to get, expensive to make.
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Flak Jacket:
Description:
Pretty much a bulletproof vest.
Pros:
Can take a speeding bullet, as well as decaying teeth.
Cons:
Only protects upper body and torso.
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Shark Suit:
Description:
A chain mail suit that scuba divers wear to protect against shark bites.
Pros:
Bite proof.
Flexible, slice proof, can be used with a wet suit, skin tight.
Cons:
Fluids can penetrate.
Noisy, if chain links are big enough.
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HAZMAT Suit:
Description:A physically unprotected suit that is meant to protect against chemical and biological threats.
Pros:
Fluid proof, good for moving zombie corpses, good to use under armor (depending on suit).
Cons:
Can be bit through.
Hinders movement.
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Dragonskin:
Description:
A swat team uniform with a good neck protection and doesn't limit visibility. http://www.securityprousa.com/. This site has government issue personal protection for sale.
Pros:
Can stop a speeding bullet, looks bad-ass, bite proof.
Can take a grenade blast without being penetrated.
Cons:
Hard to get, inadequately covers the body, large gaps in the armor that knives and other simple, skin-job weapons can get through, causing injury and possibly death.
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Load Bearing Equipment (LBE):
Pros: Easy to get, fairly cheap, allows for easy carrying of all needed equipment.
Cons: Most LBE's on the market right now use nylon web straps to allow for a perfect fit. The problem is that these straps make for perfect handles for the undead and also tend to get snagged on things. The pockets are designed with maximum capacity in mind instead of user comfort, so they get in way and hinder movement. Pockets are usually closed with velcro which makes way too much noise! Also you need to install your own quick release straps so you can drop the extra weight in a hurry if you need to move or if you get snagged while being chased.
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motocross armor/pants:
pros: easy to obtain, might be bite proof, covers some of your neck, if made of nylon can be pretty fluidproof, looks badass, armor can aid in hand to hand combat. also the pants allow free movement
cons: armor may restrict movement, hot, heavy, wont protect from stabs.
Wet Suit:
Description:
Aedit: not waterproofwater suitproof madeit traps a layer of neoprenewater betwine you and nylonthe thatsuit your body heats it up and thats what keeps you warm
(if you want to stay dry get a dry suit. trylam is usedthe inbest)
edited modernby waterww3sabiture sporta certified scuba diver if you post stuff get your facts rite! activities.and re-edit your info who ever posted this
Pros:
Waterproof, fluid-proof, protects against heat or cold (depending on the suit), easy to put on/take off, flexible, durable, will not snag, can be used with shark suit, skin tight.
Cons:
Probably not very bite proof, and because they were designed for use underwater, they are water tight as long as they are not torn or cut, This means they HOLD IN moisture (sweat), holding in heat, and therefore degrading badly they wearer's ability to move.
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Fencing Suit + Kendo suit (or left(yes there is a difference between kendo and fencing(kendo is hard strikes fencing is pansy leaping and twirling no offence fencers)(sorry for so many brackets lol))):
Description:
A suit used to protect against a rapier or kendo stick while fencing/sparring
Pros:
Flexible, made to stand up against stabbing and blunt objects.
Fencing suits are made of thick cloth that will provide some resistance against blades/bites (won't stop a stab)
Cons:
Limits visibility, does not guarantee bite proof protection, fluids may seep through.
Hot as hell, masks get annoying when used for long periods of time, back is exposed (fencing)
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GLOVES AND HAND PROTECTION:
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GLOVES AND HAND PROTECTION:
Boxing Gloves:
Description:
Gloves that boxers wear when boxing.
Pros:
Provides good protection, bite resistant, good for punching.
Cons:
Hard to grip with, bulky, takes time to take off/put on by yourself.
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Driving Gloves:
Description:
Leather gloves made to increase grip on the steering wheel while driving
Pros:
Increases grip, provides some protection.
Cons:
Easy to bite through
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Gauntlets:
Armour worn by knights.
Pros:
Good protecting from bites, try punching a mouldy corpses head with them (wear goggles),found in museum although may be fake so be careful.
Cons:
Depending on metal may break easy, if made with good metal will be heavier than the average person is used to dealing with (though, with extended wear, it will become comfortable), shouldn't be used to clear pathways should only be used if no weapons left (last resort). Also, can be highly uncomfortable, even injurious, if improperly fitted.
---
Gorgonz Pro 850 EXHALE™ Cold Weather Work Gloves
Description:
Heavy duty work gloves designed for cold weather. For info of exactly what it's made of go to this URL http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100384747
Pros:
Good cold weather protection, moderate bite protection, Good grip even when wet, very flexible, machine washable.
Cons:
Dexterity may be hampered slightly.
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FEET PROTECTION AND ACCESSORIES:
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Spider Boot Foot Protection System:
Description:
A foot accessory that is designed to protect against anti-personnel mines. Four pods keep you distanced from the ground.
Pros:
Can stand up to mines, can be used with other boots, good traction.
Cons:
Can be clumsy to wear, leading to potential ankle, leg, and knee injuries. Generally more a liability than an asset, as skin jobs can't use land mines.
---
Steel Toe Combat Boots:
Description:
Boots worn by all branches of the military (certain exceptions apply to special units/personnel, such as electricians).
Pros:
Provides good protection, painful when kicked with, hard to bite through, generally easy to don.
Cons:
Really none; However, one should avoid anything other than full-leather construction, as plastics (even in very minute quantities) prevent your feet from breathing, leading to discomfort and even injury over extended periods. (Plastic eyelets and pull straps are acceptable, but avoid anything more significant than that like- A skin job.)
Can be difficult to doff, especially after extended wear.
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HELMETS/HEAD AND NECK PROTECTION:
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Football Helmet:
Description:
A helmet used by football players to protect the head from injury.
Pros:
Extremely protective, made to stand up to a 400 lb man, looks bad ass.
Cons:
Heavy, limits visibility, bulky.
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paintball helmets:
edit: does not restrikt breathing so re-edit it who ever posted this
edited by ww3sabiture an avid paint ball player
pros:
biteproof, has full face protection, combines a visor, face protection, and ski/snowboard goggles, adjustable, scares the crap out of certain people, and looks badass.
cons:
restricts breathing, limits visibility, might just get you killed in the right enviroment, and doesn't protect against large impacts of any kind.
Bicycle Racing Helmet:
Description:
An aerodynamic helmet used by bike racers. (GO LANCE ARMSTRONG!)
Pros:
Protects head, does not hinder movement, light, aerodynamic.
Cons:
Provides NO protection against a skin jobs whatsoever; It could possibly be used over the face of a skin job like a catcher’s face mask (or muzzle) to prevent them biting you, but that’s really all it’s good for. Worse, cheap ones may break easily. I heard a story of someone falling off their bike, then their helmet exploded into pieces and one of the shards went straight into his eye. Ouch.
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