Top levels players have achieved their goals by starting from the bottom as a junior, training hard, and building up to go head to head with the best of the best. In this process, it is essential that players have the perfect footwear to enhance their skills and spur them onto greatness. This is why Gilbert have designed the Sidestep X9, perfect rugby boots for club or junior players wanting to run rings around their opponent.

The Sidestep X9 have a new improved last for that streamline fit every player is looking for, and the rigid TPU board insole with forefoot flex ensures players have the ultimate agility and movement around their opponents without compromising comfort. The EVA footbed offers excellent cushioning however is also completely removable if necessary to make way for orthopaedic insoles that players may have.

The XSO Outsole is designed specifically for soft ground with the standard 15/18mm aluminium studs, and the boots are available in black/neon yellow. These boots are available in the size 6 only, for juniors progressing their skills as a forwards player.

If you are a player who wants to excel in rugby and have footwork that by-passes the opposition, the Sidestep X9 rugby boots are perfect for you.