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A traditional rugby union kit consists of a collared jersey (often imitated by fashion labels and called a "rugby shirt"), shorts, jockstrap / compression shorts, long rugby socks and boots with studs. Some modest padding is allowed on the head, shoulders and collarbone, but it must be sufficiently light, thin and compressible to meet IRB standards.〔 Most players also opt to wear a mouthguard to guard against concussion and chipping of the teeth. ==Boots== Traditionally, rugby boots were of a high cut above the ankle. Over the years, such boots have become less common, although many players still wear mid-cut boots, just below the ankle. Additional ankle support was seen as appropriate given the nature of the game, particularly the stresses of forward play〔(【引用サイトリンク】title=Rugby Boots For Forwards )〕 , and the amount of physical contact involved. Higher cut boots also provided some protection against knocks. Modern boots are now more similar to football boots, with a low cut offering less ankle support but maximum flexibility with minimum weight. It is essential for safety considerations, particularly in the scrum, that forwards wear boots with removable studs. The studs may be metal (aluminium) or plastic and must conform to Regulation 12 of the IRB.〔("REGULATION 12. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Rugby union equipment」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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