Description
Overview
The Silver Fern Weight Bag 15kg sits in the middle of a seven-weight range of rugby union weight bags. It is filled with rag and sand behind a foam lining, so the load shifts and settles as it is moved, which is what makes a bag harder to control than a fixed dumbbell of the same weight.
The cover is rip-proof PVC vinyl, double stitched with reinforced ends, so it can be dragged across turf, slammed down and thrown without splitting. It is used for core strength, core stability and power training, and it doubles as a load for contact drills where a player carries or clears a weight.
Key benefits
- Trains core stability under a shifting load thanks to the loose rag-and-sand fill.
- Survives throws and drags with a rip-proof vinyl cover and double stitching.
- Reinforced ends take the strain where the bag is gripped and dropped.
- Foam lining cushions the fill so the bag lands on gym floors and turf without a hard edge.
- One of seven weights from 5 kg to 35 kg, so a squad can progress in steps.
Who it's for
The 15 kg bag suits senior club players and secondary school teams who have moved past the lighter bags but do not need a maximal load. It works in gym circuits, on the field for carries and clears, and in wet-weather sessions indoors. It is a training implement, not a tackle bag, so it is not a substitute for a padded contact bag in tackling drills.
If you are kitting out a junior or intermediate programme, start with the Silver Fern Weight Bag – 10kg and step up as players get stronger. Senior forwards working on power will want the Silver Fern Weight Bag – 20kg or heavier alongside this one. Browse the full weight bags category to compare all seven.
Care, safety and set-up
Wipe the vinyl cover down after outdoor use and store it dry so the rag-and-sand fill stays firm. Check the stitching and reinforced ends before each session and retire a bag that has split rather than repairing it with tape.
This bag is made to order, so it is manufactured after you place your order rather than picked from the shelf. Because of its weight it is sent by freight and charges are quoted separately, so it is worth adding several weights to one order or asking the team to request a quote for a full set.
Frequently asked questions
Is this bag ready to ship, or made to order?
It is a made-to-order item. The Silver Fern range is produced for Sports Distributors after ordering, and heavy items like this are freight-quoted rather than sent at standard rates. Contact the team for the freight cost to your school or club.
Which weight should our club buy?
The range runs from 5 kg to 35 kg in seven steps. The 15 kg bag is a sensible mid-point for senior players and older secondary students. Most clubs buy two or three weights so a whole squad can work through the same drill at different loads.
Can we use it for tackling practice?
No. It is a weight bag for carrying, lifting, throwing and core work. For tackling drills use a padded tackle bag or hit shield from the rugby contact training range.
Is there quantity pricing on weight bags?
Quantity pricing applies on many lines, and for a club or school fit-out you can add the weights you need to a quote and request a quote. Funding packages for schools and clubs may also apply.
