Training tops Puma
This page features training tops Puma for rugby, when the brand offers them: quarter-zip tops, warm-up sweatshirts, and long-sleeved technical tops by the brand with the feline logo. It reflects on the history of Puma and its involvement in rugby, and gives our guidelines for choosing the fit, size, and taking care of these garments.
The training tops from Puma.
Rudolf Dassler, Ruda, then Puma
Puma was founded in 1948 in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, by Rudolf Dassler, after his fallout with his brother Adi. The company, registered in January under the name Ruda, a contraction of Rudolf Dassler, becomes Puma in October of the same year. Initially a specialist in shoes, the brand expanded into textiles and then into rugby: it signed with Manu Samoa in 2005, dressed the Ireland team from 2009 to 2014, and provided gear to the Bulls and Cheetahs in South Africa. Its training tops have thus supported teams from both the northern and southern hemispheres.
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dryCELL and warmCELL: the materials of Puma tops
Training tops from Puma are based on two technologies. The dryCELL technology is applied to performance pieces: the fabric wicks away sweat and dries quickly, ensuring that the player stays dry during drills and doesn't get cold during breaks. The warmCELL technology is designed for cold conditions, retaining body heat during winter warm-ups and while waiting at the side of the pitch. The quarter zip tops often combine the first technology with a fitted cut and long sleeves, while thicker hoodies are worn for commutes and recovery.
Size, layering and care of a Puma top
For a Puma training top, refer to the brand's chest measurement guide. Worn over a jersey or a thick base layer, a warm-up top should be one size up to allow for shoulder mobility during passing and torso rotations. When worn alone during exercise, it should be chosen in the exact size to avoid flapping. dryCELL fabrics should be washed at thirty degrees, inside out, without softener, which clogs the fibers and hinders moisture wicking. Air drying, away from radiators, protects the prints and the logo of the leaping feline.
Good deals
Good bargains can be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and 24-hour dispatch items are prepared and shipped within 24 hours. The major events of the year are regularly spaced: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back-to-school season.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Puma?
Rudolf Dassler, in 1948, in Herzogenaurach, after his split from his brother Adi. The brand was initially called Ruda, a combination of his first name and last name, before becoming Puma a few months later.
Does Puma have a link to the Argentine Pumas?
No, the nickname for the Argentinians comes from a tour in South Africa in 1965: a local journalist, Carl Kohler, mistook the jaguar on their crest for a puma. The name remained, unrelated to the brand.
What rugby teams has Puma equipped?
Manu Samoa since 2005, Ireland from 2009 to 2014, as well as the Bulls and the Cheetahs in South Africa. These partnerships have popularised its training tops in the rugby world.
What is dryCELL technology?
A Puma fabric that wicks moisture away from the body and dries quickly. It keeps the body dry during exercise and reduces the chilling sensation once the session is over.
Can a Puma top be worn outside of training?
Yes, the quarter zips and hoodies from the brand have a sporty and understated look that works for everyday wear. For this use, your usual size is sufficient, without leaving room for a layer underneath.
