Running

I don't think I'd be able to take myself seriously if I wore that. I only go at shambling pace.

I could have it out, but then operations and recovery and blah.

most people who wear those are doing endurance training. so you'll fit in just fine with the other plodders. they are also amazingly comfortable. albeit very limited in space.

I literally just got mine back yesterday from someone who borrowed it for an ultra last year. if you want to borrow it to give it a go I'm based on london wall for work these days.

It's usually a pretty short recovery time for removal of a plate - 5 days for the wound to heal, and you're back in action.

Shambling pace = ultra shuffle pace. You'd fit right in.