Rugby Finger Protection
In rugby, your fingers take hits from every direction. Catching a hard pass, rucking, binding, tackling, grabbing a jersey: one ball arriving on the tip of a finger or one finger caught in a shirt is enough to bend it the wrong way. That's why so many players tape their fingers before training and matches.
Why rugby players protect their fingers
- Catching and handling: a ball that hits the end of the finger instead of the palm is the classic way to jam a finger. Read: what really happens with a jammed finger.
- Contact: rucks, mauls and tackles twist and bend fingers sideways, often without the player noticing until after the match.
- Jerseys: fingers get caught in an opponent's shirt and pulled at full speed.
The problem with tape
A roll of tape works, but you have to wrap it before every session, it comes loose with sweat, mud and rain, and you cut it off and throw it away afterwards. Over a full season of training and matches, the rolls add up. Compare the alternatives to tape.
Towa: reusable finger protection for rugby
Each Towa strap is a single piece: two rings joined by a bridge. Slide it onto the finger, one ring on each side of the joint, and the bridge keeps the joint supported and limits sideways movement.
- Fast: on and off in seconds, no scissors needed.
- Custom fit: heat-mold it once so it fits your finger (see the fitting guide).
- Reusable and washable: rinse off the mud and it is ready for the next session.
- No glue: no sticky residue on your skin.
Which set for rugby?
- 1-hand set: 4 straps, if one hand is the most exposed or has a sensitive finger.
- 2-hands set: 8 straps to protect both hands.
Not sure about your size? The size guide gives it to you in one minute with your phone and any card the size of a bank card.
FAQ
Do Towa straps get in the way of catching the ball?
They support the joint without covering your palm or fingertips, so you keep your feel for the ball.
How do I clean them after a muddy session?
Wash with soap and water, then let them air dry.
Find all the sports Towa is built for on the Sports page.