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

Choose rugby boots for backs by pitch condition first, then compare outsole labels, stud type, fit and World Rugby's 21-millimeter stud limit.

Choose a rugby ball by the age-grade size set by your union or competition. See how sizes 3, 4 and 5 differ and why match or training use is a separate choice.

World Rugby's place-kick rules for tees, plus how fixed-height and adjustable rugby kicking tees differ and what to compare before buying.

Compare rugby match and training balls by competition rules, size, practice surface, volume and the exact maker's specification.

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

Compare rugby shoulder-pad shirts and protective vests by fit, coverage, care and the World Rugby Body Padding Performance Specification.

Compare rugby tape, bandages, washable supports and ankle supports against World Rugby Law 4, then check placement and competition requirements.

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

Compare solo scrum sleds and full-pack machines by training group, published dimensions, adjustment, transport and World Rugby's scrum-readiness guidance.

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.

Plan a club rugby kit order with a size roster, fit choice, approved design proof and supplier questions before confirming production.

Compare rugby base-layer choices for training and match day, using World Rugby's cold-weather guidance and Law 4 clothing rules.

Compare close, snug and relaxed rugby jersey fits, use a maker's sizing chart and check the sleeve requirement for match clothing.

Compare player holdalls with team ball bags by capacity, wet-gear separation, access and the equipment each one is designed to carry.

Use women-specific rugby apparel charts, measure chest, waist and hips, size jerseys and shorts separately, and check match-shirt requirements.

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.