CREATED2PERFORM This is GILBERT Gilbert were at the heart of the game back in 1823 when Rugby Football was born using a Gilbert ball – some 190 years later we’re still going from strength to strength. We are proud suppliers to the RWC 2015 and just about every country and major Rugby tournament the world over. Our new range for the 2013/14 season includes Rugby balls of the quality you have come to expect from us, some in radically different designs together with an impressive body armour range. Rugby is a performance sport so we ensure that our products are CREATED2PERFORM Why else would Jean De Villiers DHL Stormers Springbok Captain choose to wear Gilbert C ONT E NT S R ugby B alls P03 B ody Armour P12 R ugby B oots P15 E quipment P17 Netball P22 www.gilbertsa.co.za Visit our website for product information and to view our current Gilbert Rugby range. In this brochure the size of the balls and relationship to other balls and different products are not representative of true sizing. Rugby Balls Gilbert 2014 Ball Technology MULT I MAT R IX 3D G R IP T OUC H DP X G R IP Match R E AC T ION L AMINAT E HYDR AT E C Training Specialist E L IP S E T R UFL IG HT T M VALVE AIR -L OC B L ADDE R Sevens S TANDAR D G R IP P R E -K IC K E D Supporter Souvenir T R UFL IG HT T M VALVE Customised CREATED2PERFORM Match Balls Official Match Ball Acknowledged as the official match ball and exclusive choice of Argentina, Australia, Canada, England, France, Ireland, Scotland, South Africa, USA and Wales. Virtuo Match Ball FEATURES: Copolymer ‘air-loc’ Bladder Multi Matrix 3D Grip Ellipse TruflightTM Valve Reaction Laminate Construction Performance rubber surface Hand stitched Pre Kicked OPTIONS: Generic SIZES: 5 only LEVEL: Elite Barbarian FEATURES: Standard grip TruflightTM Valve 3 Ply core spun polyester and cotton laminate Functional rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS: Blue / Green SIZES: 5 only LEVEL: Senior / Club / Schools Rugby Page 04 Vapour FEATURES: Standard grip TruflightTM Valve 3 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Functional rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS: Green / Black SIZES: 5 only LEVEL: Club / Schools Rugby Dimension FEATURES: Standard grip TruflightTM Valve 3 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Functional rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS: Blue / Yellow SIZES: 5 and 4 LEVEL: Club / Schools Rugby Page 05 Training Balls Mercury Pro Zenon Trainer FEATURES: Standard grip FEATURES: Raised Pimple Configuration grip Hydratec 3 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate 3 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Durable rubber surface Functional rubber surface Hand stitched Hand stitched OPTIONS: Pink / Blue OPTIONS: Purple / Grey SIZES: 5,4 and 3 SIZES: 5 and 4 LEVEL: Club / Schools / Mini and Jnr Rugby LEVEL: Club / Schools Rugby X-TR FEATURES: Raised Pimple Configuration grip Hydratec 2 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Durable rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS RED - SIZE 5 (CLUB) SIZE AND BLUE - SIZE 4 (SCHOOLS) LEVEL: GREEN - SIZE 3 (MINI AND JNR) Page 06 Sevens Balls Acknowledged as the official match ball and exclusive choice of Argentina, Australia, Canada, England, France, Ireland, Scotland, South Africa, USA and Wales. Match Training Training and Specialist Balls Synergie X3 Zenon X3 FEATURES: Synergie X3 grip FEATURES: Pebble grip Elipse TruflightTM Valve Hydratec 3 Ply Core Spun Polyester and cotton laminate 3 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Performance rubber surface Durable rubber surface Hand stitched Hand stitched Air Loc Bladder OPTIONS: Blu / Blue OPTIONS: Blue / Silver SIZES: 5 only SIZES: 5 only LEVEL: Sevens Rugby LEVEL: Sevens Rugby Specialist Balls Touch FEATURES: Touch DPX grip 2 Ply Poly-cotton and cotton laminate Durable rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS: Pink / Purple SIZES: Touch Only LEVEL: Touch Rugby Morgan Pass Developer FEATURES: Overweight ball to develope wrist strength and passing distance OPTIONS: Red / Black SIZES: 5 and 4 WEIGHT: Approx. 1Kg INCLUDES: My First Kick * GOAL KICKING Designed to help rugby players develop * DROP PUNT their kicking skils. * DROP KICK Simply “follow” the hand & kicking areas * LEFT FOOT TORPEDO clearly marked on the ball to perfect your * RIGHT FOOT TORPEDO kicking accuracy. Page 07 South African Supporter Balls Officiallly licensed and endorsed by SA rugby SA Supporter SA XV Ball SA Beach Ball FEATURES: Synthetic Latex Bladder FEATURES: Synthetic Latex Bladder SIZES: 5 and Midi SIZES: 5 only SA Juggling Ball SA Key Ring Springbok 7’s FEATURES: Standard grip Functional rubber surface Hand stitched OPTIONS: Fluo Pink / Fluo Green SIZES: 5 only Page 08 Super Rugby Balls Officiallly licensed and endorsed by respective Unions Supporter and super rugby balls Lions Hybrid Cheetahs Hybrid FEATURES: Fitted with synthetic latex bladder to FEATURES: Fitted with synthetic latex bladder to ensure inflation for maximum length of time ensure inflation for maximum length of time SIZES: 5 / Midi SIZES: 5 / Midi Stormers / WP Hybrid Sharks Hybrid FEATURES: Fitted with synthetic latex bladder to FEATURES: Fitted with synthetic latex bladder to ensure inflation for maximum length of time ensure inflation for maximum length of time SIZES: 5 / Midi SIZES: 5 / Midi Match Replica Ball Supporter Ball FEATURES: Synthetic Latex Bladder FEATURES: Synthetic Latex Bladder SIZES: 5 only SIZES: 5 only Page 09 Souvenir Balls AVAILABILITY: Box of 25 Juggling Balls Lions Cheetahs juggling ball juggling ball Stormers / WP Sharks juggling ball juggling ball Beach Balls Multi Beach Ball Beach Ball FEATURES: Soft and grippy surface FEATURES: Soft and grippy surface -Ideal fun ball -Ideal fun ball COLOURS: 4 different color panels COLOURS: Pink Pink / Green / Blue / Yellow Page 10 Customised Balls HAVE YOUR RUGBY BALLS CUSTOMISED WITH YOUR OWN LOGO OR DETAILS Personalised balls can be produced for clubs, schools, award presentations, dinner gifts or any other corporate or private function. Gilbert continue to manufacture leather rugby balls and other products using similar techniques to those first used by William Gilbert when supplying Rugby School in 1823. We can offer you a customised product with minimum order quantities as low as 25 balls. Sample Ball Customisation 1. Zenon, 2. Revolution X, 3. Memorabilia, 4. Netball, 5. Mini, 6. Stress, 7.Key ring SPECIAL PRINT TACKLE EQUIPMENT PRINTED AND MADE TO YOUR OWN SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS EXAMPLE OF CUSTOM BALL DESIGN EXAMPLE OF CUSTOM TACKLE EQUIPMENT Page 11 G ilbert Ambas s ador Body Armour With enhanced breathability from strategically placed mesh panels, all Gilbert padding provides performance and comfort for players of all levels. C P Z – C E L L UL AR PADDING ZONE C AVIT Y PADDING rmo guard T WO WAY S T R E T C H B ODY PADS uard AIR VE NT S FL AT S E AMS 3 DIME NS IONAL FIT DUO ME S H ated2 rm Body Armour GILBERT PADDING HAS BEEN DEVELOPED WITH PERFORMANCE IN MIND. THE 2014 RANGE PROVIDES OPTIONS FOR ALL LEVELS OF THE GAME S14 Charger FEATURES: Outstanding value for money Functional all round padding system, covering shoulders, back, sternum, kidneys and biceps Breathable mesh top Ensures the wearer has complete freedom of movement OPTIONS: Black / Green SIZES: Available in sizes SB-2XL Atomic Zenon FEATURES: Comprehensive shoulder padding system Additional sternum and bicep padding Stylish functional design with breathable mesh inserts Compression 2 way stretch fabric OPTIONS: Black / White SIZES: Available in sizes SB-2XL Order S izes SBMBLB S M L X L 2X L Approximate chest size (cm) 70-76 73-79 79-84 91-97 101-107 111-117 121-127 127+ Head (c m) 51 52.5 54 55 57 58.5 60 – Page 13 Head Guards Virtuo FEATURES: Premier Headguard developed with international stars around the world Evolution on Xact headguard 3-D fit with Virtuo matrix pattern to fit all head shapes Superior ultra lightweight closed cell foam provides flexbility Air vent sections and two way moisture management mesh provides airflow and prevent overheating CPZ-Cellular Padding Zone- providing padding and ventilation Stretch lace system and padded chin strap for maximum comfort OPTIONS: Black / Green SIZES: Available in sizes SB-2XL Xact FEATURES: 3 Dimensional fit Fully flexible design for superior fit 3-D fit with Virtuo matrix pattern to fit all head shapes Strategic air vent sections improve airflow to prevent overheating Cut out ear sections for improved on field communication Cross lace system Xact padding configuration Improved adjustable chin strap OPTIONS: White / Green, Black / Green SIZES: Available in sizes SB-2XL Mouth Guards The best pre contoured custom fit mouthguards available FEATURES: Absorbs impact Easily moulded to provide excellent t Boil and bite mouthguards in a variety of colours SIZES: Available in sizes JNR / SNR Page 14 Clothing Tag Shorts FEATURES: Traditionally designed rugby shorts Elasticated waist with internal drawcord Gilbert branding on left hem OPTIONS: White / Bottle / Navy / Black SIZES: 22” - 68” Stretch Shorts FEATURES: Lightweight breathable stretchy fabric Casual fit ideal for exercising Elasticated waist with internal drawcord Gilbert branding on left OPTIONS: Navy & Black SIZES: S - 2xl Page 15 Rugby Boots Our 2014 range offers a performance boot that is a lightweight, durable, performance boot that provides stability and support. Designed to meet the demands of all rugby players. created2perform Rugby Boots The Gilbert Atomic HT is a quality performance rugby boot. Designed for players of all levels, this boot is a great value for high quality performance footwear. The foot is supported by the PU frame system which has been incorporated into the shoes design. Suitable for players of all skill levels. The unique Hard Toe (HT) helps protect the toe region from stamping. Atomic FEATURES: Foot is supported by the PU frame system, which has been incorporated into the shoes design SSP technology Pre Formed 4mm removable footbed SOLE: XSP 8 Stud outsole for soft ground and additional traction, exclusive Gilbert sole unit designed with the needs of top rugby players in mind.