Black Friday on teamwear accessories

Long padded jacket, sleeveless or with removable sleeves

The shape of the padded jacket depends on each person's role on the field. The long padded jacket from the Stade Français, which falls below the hips, keeps you warm while sitting in the stands for eighty minutes. The one from UBB, with a classic length, allows more freedom of movement. The Italian jacket with removable sleeves transforms into a vest when the weather warms up, and the sleeveless version of the Springboks keeps the torso warm while freeing the arms, a format favoured by coaches who gesticulate on the sidelines.

The other ranges

The teamwear for Black Friday also includes:

• Training shirts.
• Training tops.
• Training tracksuits.
• Training trousers.

All the teamwear for Black Friday is gathered on the teamwear page.

Waterproof jacket and beanie: facing the rain and cold

Against the rain, the waterproof jacket slips over a sweatshirt and can be rolled up into a bag. Those from UBB and Cardiff, a Welsh club known as Cardiff Blues until 2021, protect as well in the stands as on the sidelines. For the head, the bobble hats from the 2023 World Cup, held in France and won by South Africa at the Stade de France, have become sought-after souvenirs, especially in their Paris and Saint-Denis versions. The beanies from Italy and the Scarlets, the Llanelli franchise, complete the selection.

Base layer, shorts, socks: the technical pieces for players

Under the match kit, several technical pieces make a difference. The base layer with long sleeves Errea Ken, close-fitting, keeps the arms warm and wicks away sweat during January matches. The shorts, like the Gilbert Atomic or Errea Kyran models, support the thigh muscles and limit chafing under the shorts. The socks Proact with cuffs, Macron Fixed or Uhlsport Grip stay up on the calf, and the studs Precision or Uhlsport in aluminium replace those worn down by winter pitches.

The other good deals

Outside of Black Friday, good deals can be found in the good deals, clearance, sales. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

How do I wash a padded jacket without flattening it?

In the machine, at low temperature and with a gentle detergent, zippers up. For drying, two or three dryer balls in the tumble dryer on low heat restore volume to the filling.

How do I choose the size of a padded jacket?

You keep your usual size for wearing over a thin sweater, and take one size up for layering over a thick sweatshirt. The sleeves should cover the wrists when arms are stretched forward.

What height of socks is needed for playing rugby?

Rugby socks rise just below the knee and cover the entire calf, protecting the skin from chafing and studs. They stay in place without slipping thanks to an elastic cuff.

How do I change the studs on a screw-in shoe?

You unscrew the worn stud with the proper key, clean the screw thread, then tighten the new one by hand before finishing with the key, without forcing. You replace all studs in the same area at the same time to maintain balanced support.

Is a base layer worn in a match?

Yes, a fitted base layer is worn under the jersey in matches as well as in training. It stays close to the body, without any rigid elements, and its colour is preferably chosen to be close to that of the kit.