MC

What is MC?

MiniCell foam, "MC", is similar to the foam used in camp pad or funnoodle, but the individual bubbles are Much Much Smaller. "Microscopic" even.

So what?

Because the bubbles are so much smaller, impacts are more evenly distributed, allowing the foam to last Much Longer. Furthermore, the loss of any one bubble is of little consequence.

Benefits

MC foam last far far longer than other foams. Several MC weapons over 5 years old are reported to still be in active use.

Problems

MC foam is more expensive, harder to come by (generally "mail order"), and heavier than noodle or camp pad.

MC foam is also a bit "stiffer", so weapons using it tend to hurt a bit.

Where can I get some?

• It can ordered online.
  • Warning: Shipping foam is Quite Expensive.
• Clalibus can usually be convinced to bring some to an event, and will happily sell you some.
• It is often possible to find a local foam distributor, thus avoiding the shipping costs.
  • They'll often want to sell the foam in bulk, requiring several people to club up for one order.
• Many of the swords at Warlord Sports are made with MC. You can get a finished MC sword for around $30.