The Canterbury Stampede Groundbreak Team SG Rugby Boots are engineered for powerful rugby forwards, offering exceptional grip and stability on soft ground. With robust construction and an innovative FLIGHTBEAM TPU outsole, these boots maximize power transfer for dominance in scrums and tackles, though their specialized design makes them best suited for wet and muddy soft ground conditions.
Eight 18mm Metal Studs: Deliver superb traction and bite into soft turf, providing unmatched grip in challenging conditions.
FLIGHTBEAM TPU Outsole: A stiff sole engineered to maximize power transfer from your foot to the ground, minimizing energy loss during dynamic movements.
Additional Support Studs: Enhance overall stability and grip across the boot's sole for confident movement.
Midfoot Reinforcement: Provides added structural integrity and support, crucial during intense scrums and rucks.
Moulded Heel: Offers a secure, locked-down fit that reduces heel slippage and enhances comfort.
Wide Toe Box: Accommodates a range of foot shapes comfortably, ensuring a less restrictive feel during play.
Player-Input Design: Developed with insights from power players to meet the specific demands of forward positions.
Kiwi-inspired Logo: Represents Canterbury's century-long legacy in rugby, assuring quality and expertise.
Exceptional Soft Ground Traction: The eight 18mm metal studs provide superior grip, essential for muddy and wet pitches.
Maximized Power Transfer: FLIGHTBEAM TPU outsole effectively converts player energy into forward momentum and stability.
High Stability and Support: Stiff outsole, midfoot reinforcement, and additional support studs offer robust stability in contact situations.
Durable Construction: Built to withstand the physical demands of forward play, ensuring longevity.
Comfortable Fit: Features like a moulded heel and wide toe box contribute to overall wearer comfort during long matches.
Soft Ground Specific: Not suitable for firm ground, artificial turf, or dry pitches, limiting versatility.
Heavy-Duty Design: May feel less agile or heavier compared to boots designed for speed or backline players.
Stud Maintenance: Metal studs require regular checking, tightening, and occasional replacement, adding to upkeep.
Exceptional Soft Ground Traction: The eight 18mm metal studs provide superior grip, essential for muddy and wet pitches.
Maximized Power Transfer: FLIGHTBEAM TPU outsole effectively converts player energy into forward momentum and stability.
High Stability and Support: Stiff outsole, midfoot reinforcement, and additional support studs offer robust stability in contact situations.
Durable Construction: Built to withstand the physical demands of forward play, ensuring longevity.
Comfortable Fit: Features like a moulded heel and wide toe box contribute to overall wearer comfort during long matches.
Soft Ground Specific: Not suitable for firm ground, artificial turf, or dry pitches, limiting versatility.
Heavy-Duty Design: May feel less agile or heavier compared to boots designed for speed or backline players.
Stud Maintenance: Metal studs require regular checking, tightening, and occasional replacement, adding to upkeep.
The Canterbury Stampede Groundbreak Team SG Rugby Boots are engineered to excel in the most demanding aspects of rugby, particularly for power players in forward positions.
Scrum Dominance: The combination of eight 18mm metal studs and the stiff FLIGHTBEAM TPU outsole provides an incredibly stable and powerful platform. This allows forwards to generate maximum drive and maintain their footing, giving their team an advantage in the scrum.
Tackle Efficiency: The superb traction ensures players can maintain their balance and drive through tackles effectively, preventing slippage and allowing for powerful impacts. Midfoot reinforcement adds to this stability, providing confidence during collisions.
Stamina for Recovery Runs: While designed for power, the minimized energy loss from the FLIGHTBEAM TPU outsole helps players conserve energy. This contributes to better stamina for crucial recovery runs in the later stages of a game, ensuring performance doesn't drop off.
Wet and Muddy Conditions: These boots are truly in their element on soft, wet, or muddy pitches. The aggressive stud pattern bites deep into the turf, preventing slips and allowing players to maintain explosive power even in adverse weather.
Optimal Positioning: Ideal for players in positions like prop, hooker, lock, and back-row, who require superior grip, stability, and power transfer for set pieces and breakdown work.
Lacing: Ensure boots are laced securely but comfortably. Experiment with different lacing patterns to find the best fit that locks your foot in place without creating pressure points.
Breaking In: Like all new rugby boots, a break-in period is recommended. Wear them for short periods during training sessions before a full match to allow them to conform to your foot shape and prevent discomfort.
Pitch Type: These boots are exclusively designed for soft ground (SG) natural grass pitches. This includes wet, muddy, or damp playing surfaces where the long metal studs can penetrate the turf effectively.
Incompatible Surfaces: Do not use these boots on firm ground (FG), artificial grass (AG), 3G/4G pitches, or indoor surfaces. The metal studs can damage these surfaces and the boots themselves, leading to injury or accelerated wear.
Immediate Cleaning: After each use, remove all mud and debris from the boots and studs. A stiff brush or old toothbrush can be effective for stubborn mud.
Wipe Down: Wipe the entire boot surface with a damp cloth. For tougher stains, a mild soap solution can be used, but avoid harsh chemicals.
Stud Maintenance: Regularly check all metal studs for tightness. Use a stud wrench to tighten any loose studs. Replace any worn, broken, or excessively dull studs to maintain optimal traction.
Drying: Allow the boots to air dry naturally at room temperature. Do not place them near direct heat sources (e.g., radiators, fireplaces, direct sunlight) as this can dry out and crack the materials.
Storage: Store boots in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, preferably in a boot bag that allows air circulation. Avoid storing in damp or sealed environments.
Inspection: Periodically inspect the boots for any signs of wear, tear, or damage to the stitching, sole, or upper material. Early detection can prevent further issues.