Jeremy Lefton's – Rugby Kit Review

Helpful hints and tips for purchasing different types of rugby kit

GILBERT Hooped Xact Rugby Shirt

Jeremy Lefton Says – “Good all round rugby shirt.” Gilbert Hooper Xcat Rugby Shirt
Made from 320 gsm eyelet polyester fabric with moisture management technology to assist in body temperature regulation this is a great shirt worthy of any club player. An athletic fitting garment with reinforced seams and overlay taping, durability is maximised so the opposition won’t be grappling onto you. With reinforced seams for added durability, this performance clothing really takes a lot of force, can handle endless wash cycles, and variable weather conditions. The use of bar tacks has been employed at all key pressure points for increased strength.

ADIDAS Adizero RS7 Pro Men’s Rugby Boots

Jeremy Lefton Says – “The added blades in the middle of the boot gives great traction. With a price tag of over £100 a pair these are for a serious player.”

 

The Sprintskin and sprint frame upperAdidas Adizero RS7 Pro Rugby-Boot provide lightweight and support for blisteringly quick breakaways whilst the TPU support bands provide enhanced stability for stepping your way through to the try line.

This boot features a unique stud system with six traditional metal tipped screw in studs combined with five blades in the middle of the foot for absolute traction no matter how fast you step or how soft the ground is.

GILBERT Mens Kryten Pro Rugby Shirt

Jeremy Lefton Says – “For about £30.00 this shirt can’t be beat. All the performance fabrics and strengthened seams, an ideal match shirt”

 

The Gilbert Kryten Pro Rugby Shirt features an athletic GILBERT Mens Kryten Pro Rugby Shirtfit that is designed to offer the ultimate in player performance and style. The heavy-weight stretch woven rip-stop fabric provides protection and durability at the front, back and at the shoulders.

The high stretch double layer insert panels at the sides and lower sleeves allow for an unrestricted range of movement. The ergonomically designed sleeve and shoulder panel to enhance player comfort and movement further increases the flexibility and comfort aspects of this top.

NIKE Adult Intake Mouthguard

Jeremy Lefton Says – “One of the easiest to prepare. Just put the mouth guard into hot water, the moulding will soften. A firm bite down into the mouthguard, forms the moulding to your own teeth. Price – about £10.00.”

 

The Intake is a high specification, dual density mouthguard that features O-Flow patented breathing channel for oxygen intake while in use. Using a boil and bite system, this mouthguard can be maintained hygienically and stays securely in your mouth during play. This pack also includes a boils stick and quick release helmet strap.

KOOGA Adult Nuevo CS-4 LCST Rugby Boots

Jeremy Lefton Says – “A good standard entry level boot for about £30.00″Kooga Adult Rugby Boot

 

The KooGa CS-4 Nuevo Rugby Boot is a high performance boot constructed with a synthetic leather upper. Features pre moulded internal heel counter and high tensile stretching that gives the boot enhanced sole adhesion to provide the optimum in fit contour and stability. Unique quilted stitched panels provide excellent surface grip along with the eight stud configuration. Features printed and embossed snap down tongue.