Rugby Knowledge Base

Which Type of Tackle Bag Suits Your Training? Standard to Rip-Roller
Which Type of Tackle Bag Suits Your Training? Standard to Rip-Roller
Five tackle bag types, five training goals. Complete comparison: Standard (from 109) for basic technique, Ripper for heavy forwards, Target for tackle-height correction, Roller for moving targets and Rip-Roller for... Read more...
What Weight Tackle Bag Do You Need? From 8 kg to 28 kg Explained
What Weight Tackle Bag Do You Need? From 8 kg to 28 kg Explained
From 8 kg for the youngest mini rugby players to 28 kg for senior forwards: the complete weight guide for tackle bags, with concrete recommendations by age group, position and... Read more...
How many rugby balls do you need per training goal?
How many rugby balls do you need per training goal?
How many rugby balls do you need per training goal? From passing to scrum and lineout: find the right ball ratio for every drill and session type. Read more...
How Much Does a Good Rugby Ball Cost? Price Ranges Explained
How Much Does a Good Rugby Ball Cost? Price Ranges Explained
A good rugby ball costs between €12 and €120 depending on type and use. Read which price range suits training, matches or club purchases. Read more...
Match Ball vs Training Ball: What's the Difference?
Match Ball vs Training Ball: What's the Difference?
Discover the difference between match balls and training balls. Materials, valve position, durability and when to use which rugby ball. Read more...
Custom rugby balls for clubs: what are your options?
Custom rugby balls for clubs: what are your options?
Custom rugby balls with club logo, sponsor name or custom colours: this article explains what you need, what it costs and how long to plan for delivery. Read more...
Which rugby ball is best for kicking drills?
Which rugby ball is best for kicking drills?
Not every rugby ball suits kicking drills. The valve position, ball shape and outer material all affect how consistently the ball flies. This guide explains when to use a training... Read more...
Why Does a Rugby Ball Lose Air? Causes and Solutions
Why Does a Rugby Ball Lose Air? Causes and Solutions
A rugby ball loses air due to natural seepage through the bladder, a worn valve, or a puncture. This guide explains each cause and tells you exactly what to do... Read more...
Common Mistakes When Buying Rugby Balls (Clubs and Coaches)
Common Mistakes When Buying Rugby Balls (Clubs and Coaches)
Buying too few balls, using match balls for daily training, wrong sizes for age groups — this guide covers the 10 most common mistakes clubs and coaches make when buying... Read more...
Which Rugby Ball Is Best for Rain and Mud?
Which Rugby Ball Is Best for Rain and Mud?
Learn which rugby balls perform best in rain and mud. Discover how grip panels, materials and ball design affect handling in wet conditions and which balls clubs should use for... Read more...
What size rugby ball do I need? Size 3, 4, 5 and Touch ball explained
What size rugby ball do I need? Size 3, 4, 5 and Touch ball explained
What size rugby ball do you need? Size 3 for U7-U9, size 4 for U10-U14, size 5 for U15+, plus the touch ball for touch and tag rugby. Official RFU... Read more...