Rugby Pitches

Rugby Pitches – Aspects to Consider

The importance of the surface ‘system’ that is used is perhaps more critical for rugby than most other sports.

Competitive rugby can be played on artificial turf providing that the surface ‘system’ provides the necessary performance requirements. (IRB Regulation 22 – Artificial Playing Surfaces.)

The surface ‘system’ needs to:

Involve the combined effect of both the synthetic turf surface (and associated infill) and the underlying rubber shockpad layer
Achieve the necessary health and safety requirements, in particular the Head Impact Criteria (HIC).

The only artificial turf that can achieve these requirements is the longer pile 3g type.

The development of 3g turf systems that offer both World Rugby and FIFA compliance has meant that 3g synthetic turf rugby pitches can, if required, also be used for football. This can help facility operators to maximise the use of their facility.

I can help you develop the correct specifications for your new rugby pitch.

The Benefits

Provides a safe training surface
All year-round use
Can be used for both Rugby and Football
Looks and feels like natural grass

Real grass or artificial – which is best?

If you have a traditional grass pitch that’s badly worn or expensive to maintain an Astro Turf or artificial grass could be the most cost-effective replacement. If you haven’t looked at an all-weather alternative recently, then you could be in for a pleasant surprise. The technology has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years. Now all-weather pitches are easier to maintain, longer lasting and create more opportunities for year-round use and a bigger revenue stream from hire charges.

Rugby Pitches

Rugby Pitches – Aspects to Consider

The Benefits

Provides a safe training surface

All year-round use

Can be used for both Rugby and Football

Looks and feels like natural grass

Real grass or artificial – which is best?

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