Rugby Bobble Hats and Beanies - What's the Difference?
Not much. A bobble hat has a pompom on top - the classic cold-weather hat shape that's been on rugby terraces for decades. A beanie is the same close-fitting knit hat without the bobble - slightly sleeker, works as well on the training ground as in the stands. Both are worn for the same purpose: keeping your head warm when the temperature drops on a Saturday afternoon in November. The terms are used interchangeably and in most shops, so if you're looking for either you're in the right place.
International Rugby Beanies and Bobble Hats
We stock official licensed beanies and bobble hats for Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales and many more Pro Club and International teams.
Rugby Training Hats
For players rather than fans, a plain training beanie is one of the most useful pieces of cold-weather kit you can have. Training in sub-zero conditions without a hat is character-building but unnecessary - a lightweight beanie keeps your head warm without affecting how you move or play. Most training beanies in the range are plain or carry minimal branding, making them easy to wear with any club kit.
Rugby Hats as Gifts
A team beanie or bobble hat is one of the more reliable rugby gift options - they're affordable, one-size-fits-most takes the sizing anxiety out of it, and they're genuinely useful rather than just decorative. If you're buying for a rugby fan and aren't sure what shirt size they are, a team hat alongside a replica ball or keyring is a solid combination that doesn't require knowing measurements.