At a glance
adidas builds two women's models in its rugby range, both part of the RS15 speed line and both made for soft ground:
| Model | Sizes | Upper | Studs |
|---|---|---|---|
| RS15 Rise | UK 5–8 | Synthetic | Metal, soft-ground plate |
| RS15 Avaglide | UK 4–8 | Synthetic and textile | Metal, soft-ground plate |
Both sit in the RS15 family, which adidas builds around speed, agility and kicking rather than scrummaging — so they suit backs and loose forwards. The practical differences are the size run, the upper construction and the price.
Why these two are listed separately
adidas designates the Rise and the Avaglide as women's models, and they're sized accordingly: adidas builds its senior men's rugby boots in UK 6 to UK 15, while these two run UK 4 to UK 8. If you take a UK 4 or 4.5, the Avaglide is the only boot in the entire adidas rugby range that goes that low.
Everything else in the RS15 line — the standard RS15, Elite, Ultimate and Pro — is listed as men's or unisex.
RS15 Rise
The Rise pairs a synthetic upper with a soft-ground soleplate carrying metal studs, and finishes with a lace-up closure, a padded collar and a moulded sockliner.
Metal studs on a soft-ground plate are the wet-weather setup: they penetrate soft, muddy ground where moulded plastic studs tend to sit on top of it. That makes the Rise a genuine winter match boot rather than a dry-pitch trainer.
Sizes: UK 5–8. Who it suits: players who want a straightforward soft-ground boot with proper wet-weather grip.
RS15 Avaglide
The Avaglide uses a synthetic and textile upper built for a locked-in fit, on a soft-ground soleplate with metal studs for traction on muddy or wet pitches. Like the Rise it has a lace-up closure, a padded collar and a moulded sockliner.
It has the wider size run of the two, starting at UK 4, and comes in more than one colourway.
Sizes: UK 4–8. Who it suits: players wanting a secure, supportive fit, and anyone who needs a smaller size than UK 5.
Which should you choose?
- Take UK 4 or 4.5: the Avaglide is the only option that goes that small.
- Want the simpler, lighter build: the Rise.
- Want a locked-in, supportive fit: the Avaglide.
Both are soft-ground boots with metal studs, so neither is the right choice for a dry, hard pitch or an artificial surface. Check the manufacturer's guidance on suitable surfaces before playing in them. Our guide to firm ground vs soft ground rugby boots explains when each type makes sense.
For a direct comparison of the two, see best adidas rugby boots for women.
Compare adidas women's rugby boot prices
We track both women's models across the UK retailers we work with, so you can see which sizes are in stock and what each is selling for right now.
Adidas RS15 Avaglide Soft Ground Rugby Boots – Core Blackfrom £82.80 
Adidas RS15 Avaglide Soft Ground Rugby Boots – White/Blackfrom £27.00-20%
Adidas Adizero Rs15 Rise Soft Ground Rugby Boots – Black/Whitefrom £43.35 Sizing
Both models are listed in whole and half UK sizes: the Rise from UK 5 to 8, the Avaglide from UK 4 to 8. The full size run is made across the range, but what you can actually buy depends on stock. Each product page shows the sizes available right now from the retailers we compare, so a size that has gone at one retailer may still be there at another.
Frequently asked questions
Does adidas make women's rugby boots?
Yes — two models, the RS15 Rise and the RS15 Avaglide. Both are part of the RS15 speed line and both are built for soft ground.
What sizes do adidas women's rugby boots come in?
The Avaglide runs UK 4–8 and the Rise UK 5–8. The rest of the adidas rugby range starts at around UK 6.
Can I wear men's adidas rugby boots instead?
Many players do, and the wider RS15 line starts at around UK 6. If you take UK 6 or above, the standard RS15, Elite, Ultimate and Pro are all options — see our guide to the RS15 range.
Are they suitable for artificial grass?
Both use metal studs on a soft-ground plate, which is designed for soft, wet natural grass. Check the manufacturer's guidance before using them on artificial surfaces.
Related guides
- The adidas RS15 range explained
- Rugby Boot Size Guide
- Firm Ground vs Soft Ground Rugby Boots
- How to Choose Rugby Boots
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