Black Friday on the brand adidas
The three stripes join in the operation: this page showcases rugby products adidas offered at discounted prices during the Black Friday, when available. Supporter, authentic, and children's jerseys of the French XV, Kakari boots for the forwards, RS and Adizero range for the backs, adult and children's gum shields, and polos are all included.
The three stripes, at a reduced price.
From the Blues to the All Blacks: adidas, supplier to the great nations
Founded in 1949 in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, by Adi Dassler, a shoemaker by trade, the brand with the three stripes is a pillar of international rugby. It has dressed the All Blacks since 1999 and the French XV since September 2024, as part of a four-year contract signed with the French Federation. The Blues had already worn it in the past, notably in the early 2010s, making adidas a familiar face for French supporters as well as for amateur club players.
Other brands
The major brands of the Black Friday are also available:
All the major brands of Black Friday are gathered on the top brands page.
Kakari, RS, and Adizero: which adidas shoe for which position
The Kakari is the shoe for forwards: its sturdy upper and stable sole support scrum pushes and rucks. Backs turn to the RS range, particularly the Adizero, designed for acceleration, with a Speedframe sole and asymmetrical lacing that clears the kicking area. The SG versions, with screw-in studs, are suitable for soft winter pitches, and a version of the Adizero pays tribute to Antoine Dupont, scrum-half of the French XV.
Blues jersey, mouthguards, and polos: the rest of the adidas range
The French XV jersey comes in a supporter version, with a straight cut and durable fabric, an authentic version, fitted like the players', and in children's sizes. For protection, the mouthguard adidas, designed with a British specialist in the field, is thermoformed in hot water to fit the teeth, available in adult or child size. The brand's polos complete the offering for trips and everyday wear, featuring the three stripes and the same finish as the team kits.
Other good deals
Outside of Black Friday, good deals can be found in good deals, clearance, and sales. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The highlights of the year follow a steady order: Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.
Frequently asked questions
Does adidas also dress the Bleues and youth teams?
Yes, the partnership signed with the French Federation covers all the France teams, from the Bleues to youth selections including sevens rugby.
What does the SG label under the sole mean?
Soft Ground, for soft terrain: the sole accommodates screw-in studs, often made of aluminium, which dig into damp grass. On dry ground, a moulded sole, marked FG, offers better grip.
How to choose the right size jersey from adidas?
The chest measurement, taken under the arms, is compared to the adidas size chart. The authentic version, which is very close-fitting, is often one size up, while the supporter version is true to size.
How to mould a thermoformable mouthguard?
Dip it for a few seconds in very hot water, place it in your mouth, and bite down while sucking to mould it to your teeth. If the fit isn’t right, the process can often be repeated.
How to care for adidas rugby shoes?
Remove mud with a brush after each match, stuff the inside with newspaper, and let them air dry, away from the radiator. Check the tightness of the studs before playing again.
