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Many players where soccer boots however, Rugby "boots" have a higher ankle area to protect that area when rucking or be rucked over. The term "Rugby boot" actually refers to the earliest foot-ware which were in fact working boots. the studs were small studs which were used to reduce wear on the sole on the boot. These were worn by the players who came from industry especially heavy industry and coal mining.
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What do you where on the rubgy pitch?
Usually you wear a rugby jersey, rugby shorts, rugby socks and boots. Some people like myself wear headgear and 99.999% of people wear mouth guards
What boots do quade Cooper wear?
Le Coq Sportiff Rugby Boots
Do football players wear rugby boots?
micheal
What type of rugby boots should you wear if you play prop forward?
http://www.worldrugbyshop.com/departments-footwear-soft-ground-rugby-boots-ccc-mid-rampage-si-hard-toe-rugby-boot.html
Can you wear nfl boots or cleats for rugby union?
yes as long as they are complient with IRB Rules they can be worn
Do all rugby players need boots?
yes because it reduces the chance of a twisted ankle. - The game has a clear guideline on footwear. Rugby boots rarely cover over the ankle anymore. Players in the main wear a "boot" cut below the ankle and containing 6 to 8 removable studs for grip. In the 1970 and early 80's rugby boots were cut to cover the ankle but their also presented some restrictions to when laced up. Now rugby boots re similar to soccer boots. Boots without stud grip are not really the best thing to wear as scrummaging, mauling and directional changes cause slipping particularly in wet weather.
Things to wear that start with r?
People wear a rugby shirt. People wear Rockport shoes.
Do different rugby positions wear different sprigs in their boots?
some forwards prefer to where boots with 6 studs in the front sole and 4 in the heel whilst the majority (normally backs) will wear boots with a standard 4 studs in the front sole and 2 in the heel
Why do people wear boots?
to protect their footsies
What are items you wear that begin with the letter W?
People wear Wellington boots. People wear a wedding gown.
What percent of people wear ugg boots?
75%
Why do people wear boots for equestrian?
If you meant 'why do riders wear boots?', then I'm fairly certain you can answer that yourself. It is the same reason you were shoes: we wear shoes to protect our feet. If you meant 'why do the horses wear boots?', then the answer is, again, to protect their legs.
