What are the best rugby boots for a loose head prop?

Answer 1

The best Rugby boots depends on a few factors. Such as whether you play in wet weather or dry weather, and whether you are a forward or back. If you play in mainly dry areas, with a harder ground, moulded shoes are usually your best bet. However, if you are a forward, particularly in the first five (front or second row), you may need tags (screw-in) shoes for more grip. If you decide to go screw-ins for dry grounds, try to keep the tags at about 8-12mm. The biggest legal tags you are allowed are usually 18mm. Screws in require a little bit more maintenance, so before each game or two, be sure to tighten the tags with your tag key. Moulded shoes are generally more comfortable and better for backs. However, if you play in wet weather or on soft grounds, tags are definitely preferred because of the grip they provide. Playing in tags of between 10-16mm is usually pretty good. There is nothing worse than going to score a try, and trying to step the last player and falling flat over. I usually have two pairs of boots, one moulded for dry weather and tags for when it rains. As far as brands go, this is really up to the individual. A big thing is the arch in your foot. Nike generally provides quite a flat boot. I have used Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Puma, canterburry, lotto and a few others. I find nike to never really last long. The pumas served me well and were quite comfortable. I am currently using moulded lottos as my dry weather boots and they are quite light and comfortable. I have sometimes got soccer style boots where the lace goes up the sides. This seemed to help my spiral kicking but i don't know if i can put that down to the boot or just general improvement. In the end though, it usually comes down to price, so set your budget and just look for the highest quality boot, be it moulded or tag, in your price range. Good luck!

Answer 2

I also play loose head and have a pair of

GILBERT Mens Atomic Rugby Boot Mid 8 Stud They work a treat , there soft on the foot and are nice and sturdy for support, i made mine better by putting longer studs on