XBLADES were contracted to supply teamwear to NSW Waratahs Super Rugby, Super W, and Academy teams as well as the ‘Gen Blue’ junior program and NSWRU referees until the end of 2022. NSWRU CEO, Paul Doorn said that it was disappointing – but understandable – that XBLADES couldn’t continue working with the organisation.

What happened to Xblades?

XBLADES were contracted to supply teamwear to NSW Waratahs Super Rugby, Super W, and Academy teams as well as the ‘Gen Blue’ junior program and NSWRU referees until the end of 2022. NSWRU CEO, Paul Doorn said that it was disappointing – but understandable – that XBLADES couldn’t continue working with the organisation.

Who owns Xblades?

In 2016, XBlades was acquired by former Callaway Golf director Leighton Richards and former AFL player Jimmy Bartel.

Are Xblades good boots?

It’s a good boot, I’ve been really happy fitting it in store here. It’s been a popular one for some of our podiatrist looking for a wider fitting football boot which is great. You’ll see a few more XBlades on the TV through the AFL and soccer scenes.

What boots do NRL players wear?

ASICS boots are mainly used in AFL, Rugby League and Union codes. ASICS boots are based on running shoes, which means they have an elevated heel and a midsole.

What are Blades football boots?

One such development is the use of “blades” instead of the more traditional studs on football boots. Unlike the traditional round peg-like studs, the new blades measure up to 3 cm long and are shaped to contour the foot (fig 1), providing enhanced stability to the standing foot when kicking.

What are blades shoes?

categories of footwear ‘Blades’: Blades are another version of moulded studs, however instead of the peg-like studs, these studs are long and thin, following the contours of the foot, improving balance when kicking.

Who designed the Predator football boot?

footballer Craig Johnston
Adidas Predator are a range of football boots developed by German sportswear manufacturers Adidas, introduced in 1994. Predator are based on a prototype concept from the Australian former footballer Craig Johnston.

What are football boots blades?

What boots does Jonny may wear?

May favours the Nike Mercurial Superfly Elite’s for his lung-bursting scores.

Can NRL players wear metal studs?

Steel Studs Metal studs need to be smoothed off, to reduce injury risk to other players. Referees will often check studs before a game. It’s also worth remembering that some longer Rugby League studs are illegal for use in Union games, due to the higher degree of raking present in the rucks and mauls.

Are blades or studs better?

While the blades do provide better traction than studs due to a larger surface area, the blades are typically preferred on harder ground because there are more points of contact between the bottom of your foot and the ground which disperses the weight more evenly.

Are blades allowed on Astro?

Blades must never be worn on astro turf and neither must full studs as these can damage the fake turf and even more importantly could cause you injury. If you turn quickly in the wrong footwear on astro grass you could easily put your knee out and that may well keep you out of the game for months.