Stay protected without losing mobility. The Optimum Origin Protective Top in Red is a World Rugby approved padded rugby top that shields players from impact while allowing full freedom of movement on the pitch. SPECIFICATIONS: Sport: Rugby Union & Rugby League Age group: Junior (boys sizes) and senior Sizes: Small Boys, Medium Boys, Large Boys, S, M, L, XL, XXL Colour: Red Pad count and zones: 5 pads — shoulders, sternum and biceps Padding thickness: 10mm shoulders, 5mm key impact zones Padding material: EVA Fabric: Lightweight breathable stretch fabric, antibacterial Fit type: Compression fit, worn under your rugby kit WORLD RUGBY APPROVED: Match-ready protection. Tested to official World Rugby standards for match play, with 10mm shoulder protection and 5mm padding across key impact zones for reliable cover that never restricts your game. TARGETED 5-PAD PROTECTION: Cover where it matters. Strategically placed EVA padding shields the shoulders, sternum and biceps — the areas most exposed to contact — absorbing impact through tackles, rucks and collisions. BREATHABLE, ANTIBACTERIAL FABRIC: Cool and fresh under pressure. Lightweight, breathable stretch fabric with antibacterial properties helps manage perspiration and reduce heat build-up during intense play. SECURE COMPRESSION FIT: Moves with you. A close-fitting, ergonomic design moulds to the body and sits low-profile under your rugby kit, moving naturally for agile, unrestricted play. SIZES FOR JUNIORS & ADULTS: A fit for every player. Available in Small Boys, Medium Boys, Large Boys, S, M, L, XL and XXL, so there's a size for every player from junior squads to senior teams. Is this top approved for competitive rugby? Yes — it's World Rugby approved for match play, with 10mm shoulder protection and 5mm padding across key impact zones. Which areas does the padding protect? The EVA padding shields the shoulders, sternum and biceps — the areas most exposed to contact. Do you wear it under your rugby shirt? Yes — the low-profile compression cut is designed to be worn underneath your playing shirt.
