Shoe sales Canterbury

Founded in 1904 in the province of Canterbury

Canterbury was established in 1904, when John Lane, Pringle Walker and Alfred Rudkin launched a wool clothing production in the New Zealand province of Canterbury, around Christchurch. During World War I, the workshop made military uniforms before moving into rugby. The brand has dressed the All Blacks for over seventy-five years and made its thick cotton jerseys a symbol of New Zealand rugby. This culture of robust clothing, designed to withstand impacts, continues today with a range of equipment that includes rugby boots.

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From Ireland to European rugby

In Europe, Canterbury is closely linked to Ireland: the brand supplied the kits for the Irish rugby team from 2000 to 2009, and again from 2014. This presence at the highest level, in the Six Nations and the World Cup, makes it one of the few brands born for rugby to dress a major nation. Its rugby boots follow the same specialist approach: they are designed for one sport, with scrums, rucks, and winter pitches in mind, rather than derived from a versatile model. For a player who prefers a brand focused solely on rugby, Canterbury remains a historic landmark.

Studs or moulded depending on the pitch

The choice of a shoe starts with the pitch. On the thick and deep winter grass, a SG sole with screwed studs digs into the soil and guarantees grip in scrums and in supports. On a dry and hard pitch, at the start or end of the year, an FG sole with moulded studs better distributes pressure and spares the joints. Forwards prefer a reinforced upper that supports the ankle, while backs prefer a low and lightweight shoe. Before buying, check that the studs do not exceed twenty-one millimetres, the maximum length allowed by World Rugby.

Other good deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, clearance, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The year's highlights follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the end of year celebrations, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the name Canterbury come from?

It takes its name from the New Zealand region of Canterbury, on the South Island, around the city of Christchurch. The brand was born there in 1904 and has kept the name, which has become a reference for rugby worldwide.

What rugby shoe for a prop?

A prop needs a rigid sole with screwed studs, ideally eight, and an upper that firmly holds the heel and ankle. Weight is not a major concern: stability in scrums is what matters.

How do you know if a rugby shoe is the right size?

Standing up, wearing a match sock, there should be about half a centimetre in front of the big toe. The heel should not lift while walking, and the upper should fit snugly without compressing the top of the foot once laced.

Can you play rugby with moulded studs?

Yes, they are even recommended on dry pitches and for young players. However, on wet and slippery grass, they grip less than screwed studs, especially for forwards in scrums.

Does Canterbury still dress the All Blacks?

No, after over seventy-five years alongside the New Zealand team, the brand passed the baton at the end of the 1990s. Its name remains associated with the black jersey from the great days of New Zealand rugby.