Police Riot gear

[bigpaul]

I don't really see the need for this stuff, its a bit OTT don't you think? I can see a use if you were patrolling and expecting to meet trouble but even then isn't it a bit heavy and cumbersome for any sort of activity?, its ok for the Police they don't move very far in it and they move in a group or a line together. sorry, i'm not trying to be negative but I feel a lot of this stuff is too "militia" for non military types.

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I've just had a thought, instead of this stuff, why don't you buy some biker clothing, not leather, the cordura type stuff, with all the padding in it, jackets and trousers.

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probably cheaper, I know a guy who sells it at Cheddar sunday market, fairly cheap and in good condition too.and then of course, its "dual use" clothing too!