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The Best Rugby Boots for Wide Feet – 24/25 Edition

No one wants to be held back by uncomfortable boots…

If you’re tired of battling blisters, dealing with foot pain, or feeling like your boots are too snug, it’s time to find a pair that truly fits. After all, the right boots can make all the difference, especially for those with wider feet who want comfort without compromise.

That’s where we come in. At The Full 80, we’ve handpicked the top 5 rugby boots designed specifically for wider feet, so you can focus on your game without any distractions. Say goodbye to sore feet and hello to a perfect fit!

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Nike Tiempo Legend 10

Since its debut in 1994, the Tiempo has remained a top choice, celebrated for its wide-foot-friendly fit and timeless appeal.

Unlike Nike’s Mercurial Vapor and Superfly models, which fall short for players with wider feet, the Tiempo stands in a league of its own. Its spacious toe box and innovative FlyTouch Plus leather upper—a unique blend of natural leather and synthetics—boost both comfort and performance.

This advanced material offers impressive water resistance and delivers that sought-after leather feel without the lengthy break-in period, making the Tiempo a standout for players who value fit and functionality.

Additional standout features include Nike’s patented ‘Anti-Clog’ technology on the soleplate, which employs an adaptive polymer layer that becomes slippery when wet, preventing mud from clinging to the boots.

This innovative design reduces unnecessary weight, giving you the freedom to sprint to the try line without being slowed down by heavy, mud-caked boots.

Mizuno Morelia Neo IV

Designed with the Japanese foot in mind, which tends to be broader and flatter than the average European foot, the Morelia Neo IV sets a new standard for accommodating rugby players with wider feet.

The boot’s premium Kangaroo leather construction, which has seen reduced use in recent years due to sustainability concerns, offers unmatched softness. This K-leather molds seamlessly to the foot’s shape, delivering that coveted barefoot feel, allowing players to feel closer to the game.

Building on its predecessor, the Morelia Neo III, this updated Neo IV for the 2024/25 season features an expanded toe box volume. This enhancement offers a broader fit, improving comfort while significantly minimising stud pressure, even during intense play.

Ideal for fly-halves and back-row players, the boot’s reinforced 8-stud configuration provides a secure lock-in, while the lightweight heel counter, crafted from nylon and TPU resin, reduces strain on the feet and ankles, enhancing overall stability.

Additionally, the optimized eyelet positioning, combined with reinforced stitching, minimizes creasing during high-impact flexes, adding durability to this traditionally inspired yet modernized boot.

For those who value classic design with modern refinements, the Mizuno Morelia Neo IV is a top choice.

adidas RS15 Pro

For the 2024/25 season, adidas has delivered once again with the RS15 Pro, combining the best elements of last year’s Predator Malice and RS7 Adizero into one dynamic boot.

Constructed with adidas’ synthetic leather, ‘Fusionskin,’ the RS15 Pro is not only comfortable but also highly accommodating for a variety of foot shapes, particularly wider feet. The unique off-centered lacing and standalone tongue design allow for greater adjustability, making it easier to achieve a personalized fit.

One of the boot’s standout features is its broad striking surface. While this is a common trait among wide-fitting boots, the addition of internal stitching and foam sense pods within the upper takes kicking precision to another level.

The 8-stud configuration is ideal for powerful front-row players, and the molded stability wings around the heel provide enhanced support, reducing the risk of injury during rapid directional changes and high-impact moves.

For a boot that looks as good as it performs, look no further than the RS15 Pro.

Canterbury Stampede Elite

Canterbury consistently sets the standard for rugby boots, and the latest Stampede Elite takes things to a new level.

Driven by real player feedback, this iteration of the Stampede Elite is designed with a wider toe box for maximum comfort and an anatomical heel support that prevents blisters and rubbing, so you can stay locked in and focused on every tackle, scrum, and sprint.

With 8 x 18mm studs and the cutting-edge Flightbeam 2.0 outsole, the Stampede Elite delivers exceptional traction and stability in the most intense scrums, rucks, and mauls, empowering you to dig deep, drive forward, and control every play.

Its all-new two-part soleplate—crafted from 92% bio-based materials—adds just the right amount of stiffness, boosting power transfer to make every step count. And with lightweight Heel Lock technology, you gain reinforced stability and energy return, helping you take charge of the game with precision, power, and unstoppable confidence.

Canterbury Speed Infinite Elite

Built for speed and crafted for those who need room to move, the Speed Infinite Elite from Canterbury brings an innovative edge to the backline.

Canterbury’s lightest rugby boot yet, the Speed Infinite Elite sheds unnecessary weight with a next-gen, AI-engineered VAPOSKIN membrane and ultra-light monomesh upper, making it 25% lighter than its predecessor.

Designed to fit like a glove while comfortably accommodating wider feet, it balances a secure fit with impressive flexibility.

Powered by second-generation FLIGHTBEAM technology and a Pebax soleplate, this boot transforms every step into explosive energy, propelling you down the field with ease. A knitted collar with zonal padding ensures stability at key contact points, giving you confidence and control even at full throttle.

Built to endure the toughest plays, the Speed Infinite Elite offers the perfect blend of fit, power, and agility for those who demand more from their boots.

By Peter Wakeford

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