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Stud rules, World Rugby Regulation 12, ball sizes by age and boot choice by position explained.

Rugby boots

Forward and back boots, soft-ground and firm-ground studs, artificial-grass boots, wide fits and youth boots.

How rugby boots differ for forwards and backs, soft-ground, firm-ground and artificial-grass soles, stud materials and how rugby boots should fit.

Rugby balls

Match and training balls, sizes 3 to 5 by age, touch and tag balls, kicking tees and ball care.

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Buying guideRugby Ball Sizes by Age

Ball sizes

Which rugby ball size for each age group, how match and training balls differ, grip and inflation, and why age-grade rules vary between unions.

Protective gear

Scrum caps and headguards, mouthguards, shoulder pads and protective vests, compression and supports.

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ComparisonRugby Mouthguards

Mouthguards

How boil-and-bite and custom-fitted rugby mouthguards compare on fit, breathing and protection, how to fit one, and when to replace it.

Buying guideWorld Rugby Regulation 12

Equipment rules

What World Rugby Regulation 12 allows: stud length, approved headguards, shoulder padding limits, mouthguards and other equipment checked by referees.

Training equipment

Tackle bags and shields, rucking pads, scrum machines, contact suits, agility gear and kicking tees.

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Buying guideTackle Bags and Tackle Shields

Contact training

How tackle bags, tackle shields, ruck pads and contact suits differ, how to choose sizes for juniors and seniors, and what makes contact equipment last.

Sevens, league & touch

Gear and rules differences for sevens, rugby league, touch rugby, tag rugby and beach rugby.

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ComparisonTouch vs Tag Rugby

Non-contact rugby

How touch rugby and tag rugby differ, the six-touch rule, tag belts, team sizes, and the gear you need for social, school and junior non-contact rugby.