Canterbury Boots
Canterbury of New Zealand are one of the suppliers who design and manufacture boots specifically for the rugby player. The company has been supplying kit since 1904 and pride themselves on putting considerable resources into product development and innovation all with player welfare in mind. They also say in their publicity that unlike football-based rivals, their rugby boots are made for the specific needs of rugby players. Outsoles are tailored for tight forwards, loose forwards and backs, different player weights and hard or soft ground. Shanks support the foot while running, and uppers have built-in support systems to prevent excessive movement. Their motto is Dedicated rugby boots for dedicated rugby players.
Boot styles
Canterbury have three main styles and they are:
Stealth a bladed boot with non stretch woven internal support system.
Prodigy a studded boot with non stretch woven internal support system.
Rampage a studded boot with its full length internal lace locking strap system.