heard someone say somewhere that max root is equivalent to T1 iron. Have not bothered to verify this , but if its true it's pretty positive for the "troll" always crowd. Considering its a vast improvement in stats and still no movement penalty. I just maxxed root out a day or so ago and I have not had any trouble wearing it full time.

Prior to root , i was a full heavy armor guy, max bronze, max iron , max silver, padded etc