Canterbury of New Zealand  

Canterbury of New Zealand’s heart and soul originated in the Canterbury province of New Zealand , and had its beginnings in the late 1880’s. When two family companies joined forces in 1904, the foundations of the Canterbury of New Zealand brand were laid. For many years, Canterbury of New Zealand was a major part of the Lane Walker Rudkin group of companies and was formed to market the “Canterbury of New Zealand” brand. The company that started making knitwear in the Canterbury of New Zealand province of New Zealand is now known as “Canterbury of New Zealand”.

Today, Canterbury of New Zealand is the global rugby brand, with product being sold all around the world with operations in Australasia, South Africa, Europe and North America.

  Canterbury of New Zealand built its foundations in club rugby, the grass roots of the game, and while it outfits high profile international sides such as Australia, Scotland, Ireland, South Africa, and Japan, it has never lost sight of its beginnings.

It was a chance request by a friend of one of the company’s founders that led the company into manufacturing rugby jerseys. The avid rugby player wanted to see if the company could produce a playing jersey that would not only be tough enough to withstand the rigors of the game, but would also be comfortable and stylish.

In fact, Canterbury of New Zealand made its jerseys so well that word soon leaked out to other rugby playing nations. Canterbury of New Zealand jerseys found their way all over the world including North America where they became just as desirable off the field as on. During the late 1970’s the Canterbury of New Zealand jersey became a hot item in the North American casual wear market.

The successful production of on-field Teamwear, and the growing popularity of rugby fashion in the 70’s, recently led Canterbury of New Zealand to create a highly recognized off-field collection. With the current resurgence of the authentic rugby lifestyle, Canterbury of New Zealand’s traditional collection is being sold in leading department stores and top specialty stores, across North America, such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Bergdorf Goodman, Mark Shale, Atrium, Fred Segal and Kitson (please check out the store locator for a store near you). Even after 102 years, Canterbury of New Zealand continues to produce high quality, unique clothing, each stitched with the spirit of rugby.

Whilst the growth of ‘lifestyle’ clothing for the company has been nothing short of fantastic, to be successful off the field Canterbury of New Zealand recognizes that it must remain the champion on the field. No other apparel company in the world has the same singular focus on rugby as Canterbury of New Zealand.

FABRICS

TECHNOLOGY:                      FEATURES & BENEFITS:                                                                                                                  

Temtech Poly-Cotton               * Designed for strength, comfort and durability.                                                                                
                                             * Option for yarn/fibres "knitted" in design for hoop patterning
                                             * Plus option for material "Cut & Sewn" together for paneldesigns
                                             * 55% Cotton, 45% Polyester
                                             * 315gsm

Techtex-Temex                      * Soft, comfortable yet durable Jersey, suitable for playing, training and leisurewear
                                             * Moisture management - wicking properties
                                             * Temex material "Cut & Sewn" together in panel design, avoids issue of knitting
                                                Temex yarn and colour variation. Therefore any "hoop" or "stripe" pattern is not available
                                             * 78% Polyester, 22% Cotton
                                             * 290gsm

"Cut & Sew"                           * Lightweight durable fabric suitable for all levels of competition                                                                  
                                            * Polyester fabric cut from rolls of material and sewn together
                                            * Limited to designs containing panels, not available in a "knitted" format
                                            * Moisture management - wicking properties
                                            * 100% Polyester
                                            * 290gsm

Standard Sublimation              * 100% Polyester (87% Polyester, 13% Spandex)
                                             * Breathable sublimated fabric
                                             * Durable and practical, virtually any design and PMS colour can be sublimated/printed onto the Jersey
                                             * Washed correctly this fabric will not shrink, White will remain White and drying time is improved
                                             * Sublimation is flexible, with Club badges and Sponsor's logo's easily incorporated into the design of the Jersey
                                             * 300gsm


Everest Sublimation                * 95% Polyester, 5% Elastane
                                             * Revolutionary new fabric
                                             * Innovative sublimated fabric, latest state of the art breathable polyester material
                                             * Anti-bacterial with moisture management properties
                                             * Mix of fibres and yarns to ensure a tight fitting Jersey that moves in accordance with body movement
                                             * Ironing after washing not required

Lightweight Sublimation          * Multi-Purpose fabric
                                            * 100% Polyester fabric
                                            * Breathable sublimation
                                            * Durable and extremely practical, virtually any design and PMS color can be sublimated into the Jersey
                                            * Washed correctly this fabric will not shrink, White will remain White and drying time is improved
                                            * 150-190gsm


Polyester - Cotton Pique           * 40% Polyester, 60% Cotton
                                              * Brushed cotton interior offering comfort and durability
                                              * Anti-bacterial
                                              * Moisture management properties
                                              * Anti-pilling (stops material damage)


Polyester - Sportsmesh


   * 100% Polyester
   * Anti-bacterial
   * Moisture management properties
   * Anti-pilling
   * Lightweight performance fabric


Polyester Micro-fibre
(Track Suits)


   * 100% Polyester Taslan outer fabric
   * 110gsm
   * Lined Jackets with Polycotton interlock and Nylon taffeta
   * Drawstring bungy hem
   * Sublimated Jacket or Pant with poly brushed back, Jackets have ribbing cuffs


Dress - Skort


   * 80% Elastane, 20% Nylon
   * Dress and Skort fabric only
   * Comfortable, tight-fitting material that offers movement and flexibility


Fleece

   * 100% Polyester Micro-Fleece
   * Nylon Lycra trim
   * "Mid-Layer" garment, designed to be worn separately or underneath outer garment

Micro Fleece Top, Bonded Fleece, Ladies Fitted Fleece
Hooded Sweat


   * 60% Cotton, 40% Polyester (Sweat Shirt Fleece)
   * 280gsm
   * Cotton Lycra trim
   * Draw cord - 100% Cotton flat tape with lace ends
   * Double fabric Hood

Laptop Hoodie, Combination Sweat Pant
Elite Shirt


   * 100% Polyester Pique
   * Quick Dry fabric
   * Wicking properties
   * 150gsm
Elite Short Sleeve Tee, Elite Polo
Socks

   * Full Padded Foot
   * CoolMax Foot
   * 100% Nylon body


Football - Premier Range


   * 100% Polyester peach micro fibre material
   * Quick Dry
   * Moisture management properties
   * Portsmouth FC Home design




Football - Liga Range


   * 100% Polyester material
   * Quick Dry
   * Moisture management properties
   * Portsmouth FC/Deportivo La Coruna design




Football - Copa Range


   * 52% Nylon, 48% Polyester
   * Moisture management properties
   * Reversible Jersey



Football - Boca, Scudetto, Inter, Santos & Palmeiras Ranges


   * 100% Polyester
   * Quick Dry
   * Moisture management properties