Frequently Asked Questions
What are Rugby Packaposts ?
Rugby Packaposts are inflatable, portable rugby posts that can be set up in minutes and packed away and stored in a bag. They are specially designed to help players and clubs bring the game of rugby to anywhere there is a flat surface.
What were Rugby Packaposts designed for ?
Rugby Packaposts were designed to set up temporary areas of play and provide a quick and easy way to play in areas with few established rugby facilities. They are intended to be pumped up when needed, and deflated and packed away after use, making them an ideal choice for clubs wanting to set up temporary training fields. They also provide developing rugby nations, with few established rugby facilities and a way to introduce new communities and players to the sport.
Rugby Packaposts are also used in the new sport of visually impaired (VI) rugby. Portable, inflatable rugby posts reduce the danger of collision with the posts for players with visual impairments and enable conversions and kicking on the smaller fields visually impaired rugby is played on.
Rugby Packaposts are also used in the new sport of visually impaired (VI) rugby. Portable, inflatable rugby posts reduce the danger of collision with the posts for players with visual impairments and enable conversions and kicking on the smaller fields visually impaired rugby is played on.
Why are there different sizes ?
Packaworld has produced two different full size Rugby Packaposts.
- Our Blind Rugby Packaposts have been developed with a 2.5-metre crossbar for blind rugby due to the sport’s requirements for a lower crossbar. These posts were developed to support competitive blind rugby matches.
- Our Full-size Rugby Packaposts have been developed with a 3-metre crossbar to meet World Rugby size specifications for rugby union and rugby 7s. These posts were developed as a training aid to simulate real-game conditions.
What should Rugby Packaposts be used for ?
Rugby Packaposts were originally developed to support the new sport of blind rugby. They can also be used for rugby introductory sessions and as a training aid to simulate real game situations.
Blind Rugby Packaposts (2.5m crossbar) were designed for the sport of blind rugby, which is played on a smaller field than conventional rugby union and requires inflatable posts for safety, and portable posts to set up on the smaller field size.
Full-size Rugby Packaposts (3m crossbar) were developed as a valuable asset for training and simulating real game conditions.
Note: Packaworld products are temporary structures, designed to be pumped up when needed and then deflated and packed away after use. They are not intended to be left outdoors as permanent fixtures or for long periods of time. Over extended periods of time, the inflatable frames will require ‘topping up’ with the pump supplied. For further information on care & maintenance click here
Blind Rugby Packaposts (2.5m crossbar) were designed for the sport of blind rugby, which is played on a smaller field than conventional rugby union and requires inflatable posts for safety, and portable posts to set up on the smaller field size.
Full-size Rugby Packaposts (3m crossbar) were developed as a valuable asset for training and simulating real game conditions.
Note: Packaworld products are temporary structures, designed to be pumped up when needed and then deflated and packed away after use. They are not intended to be left outdoors as permanent fixtures or for long periods of time. Over extended periods of time, the inflatable frames will require ‘topping up’ with the pump supplied. For further information on care & maintenance click here
Where can Rugby Packaposts be used ?
Rugby Packaposts are designed to be used anywhere there is a flat surface. They can be used on grass, artificial turf or other surfaces without damage to fields and pitches.
What are Rugby Packaposts made of ?
Packaposts comprise of two parts:
Uprights (x2)
Uprights are composed of heavy-duty thermoplastic with triangular supports for stability.
The high-pressure hose provides a rigid and stable structure that supports the crossbar when inflated.
Crossbar (x1)
The crossbar is composed of three aluminium sections. The three sections clip together to form a 5.6-metre long crossbar when connected. The aluminium crossbar is encased in high-density foam rubber for a safer playing experience.
Uprights (x2)
Uprights are composed of heavy-duty thermoplastic with triangular supports for stability.
The high-pressure hose provides a rigid and stable structure that supports the crossbar when inflated.
Crossbar (x1)
The crossbar is composed of three aluminium sections. The three sections clip together to form a 5.6-metre long crossbar when connected. The aluminium crossbar is encased in high-density foam rubber for a safer playing experience.
Are Packaposts difficult to set up ?
No. The posts are simple to inflate, set up and pack away for storage. Instructions for setup are distributed with the post system and featured on the Packworld website
Can I inflate Rugby Packaposts with an electric pump ?
Only use the hand pump supplied to inflate Packaworld products - mechanical/electrical high pressure devices can cause personal injury, damage your Packaworld product(s) and void your Packaworld Warranty.
How heavy are Rugby Packaposts ?
See the product specifications for details on the weight and size of Rugby Packaposts.
How quickly can Rugby Packaposts be inflated and deflated ?
Each upright can be inflated in around 20 seconds.
When packing away, the hand pump should be used to ensure all air is removed from the uprights. Further information can be found here.
For further instructions on general care and maintenance, see the Packaworld products care and maintenance webpage.
When packing away, the hand pump should be used to ensure all air is removed from the uprights. Further information can be found here.
For further instructions on general care and maintenance, see the Packaworld products care and maintenance webpage.
What happens if it’s windy ?
If fully inflated, Packaposts should withstand winds between 13 to 18 mph (Moderate Winds*) - lower end of the scale for side on winds. Higher winds will cause instability and can cause the posts to collapse. In extreme winds, guy ropes should be used on the uprights which will provide additional support and stability. See instructions here to see how
For further information and wind test results click here
*measured as per Beaufort Scale (4)
For further information and wind test results click here
*measured as per Beaufort Scale (4)
Do Rugby Packaposts need to be anchored ?
Yes. Ground anchors and water bags are supplied with Rugby Packaposts so the post system can be secured on grass and astro turf surfaces respecively. Additional sandbags can be used for added stability if required.
NOTE: Care should be taken that any additional weights used do not damage the hose system, or provide a tripping hazard.
NOTE: Care should be taken that any additional weights used do not damage the hose system, or provide a tripping hazard.
Will Rugby Packaposts damage artificial turf ?
No - Packaposts do not require physical attachment to astro turf nor holes dug to be erected. Instead the Packaposts sit on top of the surface and weighed down with Water and/or Sand bags.
How heavy are Rugby Packaposts ?
See the product specifications for details on the weight and size of Rugby Packaposts.
How durable are Rugby Packaposts?
Rugby Packaposts are designed to be durable and absorb impact, however all Packaworld products require care and maintenance.
The posts should always be carried rather than dragged on hard ground or concrete, and contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces should be avoided. See the Packaworld website for further information on care and maintenance.
Note: Packaworld products are temporary structures, designed to be deflated and packed away after use. They are not suitable for long term exposure outdoors. Over extended periods of time, the inflatable frames will require ‘topping up’ with the pump supplied.
For further information on care & maintenance click here
The posts should always be carried rather than dragged on hard ground or concrete, and contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces should be avoided. See the Packaworld website for further information on care and maintenance.
Note: Packaworld products are temporary structures, designed to be deflated and packed away after use. They are not suitable for long term exposure outdoors. Over extended periods of time, the inflatable frames will require ‘topping up’ with the pump supplied.
For further information on care & maintenance click here
What happens if I get a puncture in the uprights ?
In the unlikely event of punctures, the Rugby Packaposts uprights can be repaired. To identify the cause of the problem and repair any issues, please view our repair instructions.
Which countries are Rugby Packaposts available in ?
Rugby Packaposts are available in many countries around the world. Shipping costs and delivery timeframes vary depending on the availability from local suppliers and the cost of international delivery.
To enquire about availability or cost of delivery in your country, please contact us using our Packapost 'pricing request' form.
To enquire about availability or cost of delivery in your country, please contact us using our Packapost 'pricing request' form.
Can I leave my Packaposts set up long term outside ?
No. Packaposts are designed to be pumped up and put out when needed and stored away when not in use avoiding over exposure to the elements.
PLEASE NOTE THAT PACKAPOSTS ARE TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND NOT SUITABLE FOR LONG TERM EXPOSURE OUTDOORS. OVER A PERIOD OF TIME THE INFLATABLE FRAME WILL LOSE AIR AND AS SUCH WILL REQUIRE TOPPING UP WITH THE PUMP SUPPLIED.
For further information on care & maintenance click here
PLEASE NOTE THAT PACKAPOSTS ARE TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND NOT SUITABLE FOR LONG TERM EXPOSURE OUTDOORS. OVER A PERIOD OF TIME THE INFLATABLE FRAME WILL LOSE AIR AND AS SUCH WILL REQUIRE TOPPING UP WITH THE PUMP SUPPLIED.
For further information on care & maintenance click here
