Canterbury launches a rugby boot ‘for every position’
29/07/2013
The range features a number of boots that have been tailored to the needs of different rugby positions, demonstrating, Canterbury has said, an understanding of the “small but important details that make each individual player tick”.
For backs, there are customised Control and Speed boots. The Control boot is specifically for kickers and has a narrow fit and lightweight feel. A six-stud design delivers good flexibility towards the toe, without compromising on stability in the mid-foot and heel, the brand said on announcing the new range.
The Speed boot is aimed more at wingers. It offers enhanced support in the mid-foot, ensuring durability and stability whilst maintaining flexibility in the toe. Lightweight throughout, including nylon-aluminium composite studs, the boot is ideal for quicker take-offs, acceleration and fluid movement, the company said.
For rugby forwards, Canterbury has designed the Phoenix and Stampede boots. Intended for second-rows and loose forwards, the Phoenix is a relatively lightweight boot that provides extra cushioning in key areas to provide enhanced support, especially when landing in the line-out. A durable boot, the Phoenix offers what Canterbury has called “excellent support and traction for a forward’s style of play”.
For its part, the Stampede is a robust alternative, able to withstand the high-impact, physical situations that often occur on the rugby field. This tough, eight-stud boot provides a high-level of traction in the scrum, and is “perfect”, according to the brand, for front-row forwards.
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