We have been watching the IRB Rugby Sevens series and during the games we spotted that the Kenya team which has some of the quickest guys in the game were all wearing Nike Rugby Boots. This made us take stock of what boots would be good for a 7’s player and what type would it…
What Rugby Boots are best for a Centre? The Centre needs a combination of skills as he will need to be both fleet of foot and committed in attack, whilst strong and firm in defence. This leads to need for a boot which allows good foot contact with the ground in all conditions. Puma Powercat…
What rugby boots would be best for a fullback? The fullback or number 15 needs to be pacey, able to change direction quickly and to kick off both feet. This leads them to needing a snug, comfortable but light weight boot, often now a football boot or styled on one. Top 15’s, wear boots which…
What is the best boot selection for a wing? They are usually the fast elusive players with fast feet for changes of direction with rapid acceleration, so need a boot to fit this. We should look at the key requirements in a boot and they would be flexible with good studs for purchase to allow…
What rugby boots would be best for a fly half? The fly half or number 10 needs to be quick off the mark, able to change pace or direction quickly and to kick off both feet. This leads them to needing a snug, comfortable but light weight boot. Top 10’s, such as Jonny Wilkinson wear…
What rugby boots would suit a number 8? Number 8’s are usually big powerful ball carriers and tacklers with good quality running and handling skills, like the locks they need a strong boot, but perhaps one with a bit more flexibility so not high sided. Adidas R15 II SG Rugby Boots White/Black/Blue (typically £90) Taurus…
What rugby boots should a lock look for? The Lock or Second Row is usually a big powerful guy and so like the Props needs a strong boot with good support. Adidas R15 II SG Rugby Boots White/Black/Blue (typically £90) Taurus leather, Light Weight, High Abrasion and Weatherproof. One piece outsole & lighter studs. PUMA…
What is the best Boot selection for a scrum half? They are nippy flexible players and need a boot that fits this skill set. The key requirements in a scrum halves boot would be flexible with good studs for purchase to allow for changes of direction and good acceleration. Choosing Boots for Scrum Halfs Powercat…
What is the best type of boot for a Prop? The Props are the strong guys on the rugby field and they need a good quality, strong but flexible boot. We should look at the primary needs of a prop and they are a strong boot to withstand the massive forces of the push in…
What is the ideal boot for a Hooker? The Hooker has one of the hardest jobs on the rugby field and so needs to look to a good quality and flexible boot to satisfy his needs. Well we would choose a mid or high cut boot, though many top players now favour the lower cut…