nerek387
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Hey all! New to this site, not spam or anything just new to the RPF. Been into cosplay/comicons for years with my Stormtrooper suits etc but I was interested in an Iron Man suit going forward. I've done my fair share of research however it seems most of the suits range from heights of 5'11"-6'5" which I'm not close to lol. I'm 5'6" 160lbs athletic build and had huge issues finally getting my Stormtrooper suit to fit my size which is why I was looking into the best fit for my figure(if at all possible).
I've talked to Masked Rider he seems to have a great reputation however all of the suits are 5'11"+ and I'm very weary about any custom boots/insoles to increase my height(hence alot of movement and activity during cosplays) But I wanted to get everyone's recommendations as far as the direction I should take.
Also I've checked out buyfullbodyarmors.com and I've heard alot of poor reviews about their armor, electronics, etc. The upside to these are the custom size suits they make which would fit my needs and body style. There is a new suit they make the Mark 43 which is made of all ABS etc and not the previous models of EVA material etc. HOWEVER I'm still iffy about them due to the lack of information available. This is the message I received asking about the new armor below....
Hello,
Welcome! Yes that is why we obsoleted the EVA foam suit. The new Mark 43 suit, which is built by our new material (high strength resin, ABS), new painting technology (primer, metal color paint, protection layer) and has new articulated joint structure, new electronic system and control system. Generally speaking, the new suit is significantly stronger and more durable than the old version and you will have much better wearing experience. Moreover, the updated suits are designed to go accommodate increased movement and various body postures and movements. You can now sit on a chair, walk smoothly and bend about 90 degree forward.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any additional questions or concerns that you might have. Thanks again!
Best regards,
Jarvis (James)
I've talked to Masked Rider he seems to have a great reputation however all of the suits are 5'11"+ and I'm very weary about any custom boots/insoles to increase my height(hence alot of movement and activity during cosplays) But I wanted to get everyone's recommendations as far as the direction I should take.
Also I've checked out buyfullbodyarmors.com and I've heard alot of poor reviews about their armor, electronics, etc. The upside to these are the custom size suits they make which would fit my needs and body style. There is a new suit they make the Mark 43 which is made of all ABS etc and not the previous models of EVA material etc. HOWEVER I'm still iffy about them due to the lack of information available. This is the message I received asking about the new armor below....
Hello,
Welcome! Yes that is why we obsoleted the EVA foam suit. The new Mark 43 suit, which is built by our new material (high strength resin, ABS), new painting technology (primer, metal color paint, protection layer) and has new articulated joint structure, new electronic system and control system. Generally speaking, the new suit is significantly stronger and more durable than the old version and you will have much better wearing experience. Moreover, the updated suits are designed to go accommodate increased movement and various body postures and movements. You can now sit on a chair, walk smoothly and bend about 90 degree forward.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any additional questions or concerns that you might have. Thanks again!
Best regards,
Jarvis (James)
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