Sondico Size Guide
Sondico is a budget-friendly British sports clothing and equipment brand focused primarily on football and athletic wear. Known for providing quality sportswear at accessible prices, Sondico offers a comprehensive range of products including base layers, compression wear, training kit, footballs, and team wear. The brand’s sizing follows standard UK sizing conventions with an athletic fit designed to provide comfortable movement during sports activities. Sondico caters to men, women, and children from toddlers through to adults, making it a popular choice for grassroots football clubs, school teams, and recreational athletes across the UK. The brand’s fit is designed to be true to size with a focus on performance and freedom of movement, particularly in their popular base layer and compression wear ranges. Powered by LYCRA fibre in many garments, Sondico products deliver long-lasting comfort and a secure, supportive fit during intense physical activity.
How to Measure
To find your perfect Sondico size, take your body measurements carefully using the following steps. For the most accurate results, take all measurements in light clothing or underwear — not over thick garments. Use a flexible cloth measuring tape; if you don’t have one, use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler.
- Chest / Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape measure horizontal and close under your arms. Breathe normally and do not hold your breath.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline, which is the narrowest part of your torso, typically just above your belly button. Keep the tape comfortably loose.
- Hips: Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and bottom, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
- Inside Leg: For tracksuit bottoms and trousers, measure from the top of your inner thigh down to your ankle bone.
- Height (Children): For junior sizes, measure your child’s height standing straight against a wall, without shoes, from the floor to the top of the head.
Men’s Clothing Size Chart
Sondico men’s clothing — including base layers, training tops, shorts, and tracksuit bottoms — follows the sizing below. This chart also applies to the popular Sondico Core Base Layer and Sondico Skins compression ranges.
| Size Label | UK | EU | Chest (inches) | Chest (cm) | Waist (inches) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS | 2XS | 42 | 32 | 81 | 26–28 | 66–71 |
| XS | XS | 44 | 34 | 86 | 28–30 | 71–76 |
| S | S | 46 | 36 | 91 | 30–32 | 76–81 |
| M | M | 48–50 | 38–40 | 97–102 | 32–34 | 81–86 |
| L | L | 52–54 | 42–44 | 107–112 | 34–36 | 86–92 |
| XL | XL | 56 | 46–48 | 117–122 | 36–38 | 92–97 |
| 2XL | 2XL | 58 | 50–52 | 127–132 | 38–40 | 97–102 |
| 3XL | 3XL | 60 | 54–56 | 137–142 | 40–42 | 102–107 |
| 4XL | 4XL | 62 | 58–60 | 147–152 | 42–44 | 107–112 |
| 5XL | 5XL | 64 | 62–64 | 157–163 | 44–46 | 112–117 |
Women’s Clothing Size Chart
Sondico women’s sportswear is designed with a feminine athletic fit. The chart below covers all women’s tops, base layers, shorts, and bottoms.
| Size Label | UK | US | EU | Bust (inches) | Bust (cm) | Waist (inches) | Waist (cm) | Hips (inches) | Hips (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS | 6 | 2 | 34 | 30 | 76 | 22 | 56 | 32 | 81 |
| XS | 8 | 4 | 36 | 32 | 81 | 24 | 61 | 34 | 86 |
| S | 10 | 6 | 38 | 34 | 86 | 25 | 64 | 35 | 89 |
| M | 12 | 8 | 40 | 36 | 91 | 27 | 69 | 37 | 94 |
| L | 14 | 10 | 42 | 38 | 97 | 29 | 74 | 39 | 99 |
| XL | 16 | 12 | 44 | 40 | 102 | 31 | 79 | 40 | 104 |
| 2XL | 18 | 14 | 46 | 42 | 107 | 33 | 84 | 43 | 109 |
| 3XL | 20 | 16 | 48 | 44 | 112 | 35 | 89 | 45 | 114 |
| 4XL | 22 | 18 | 50 | 46 | 117 | 37 | 94 | 47 | 119 |
Junior & Youth Clothing Size Chart
Sondico junior sizes are designed for children aged 5 to 13 years. The same size chart applies to both boys and girls across all junior training wear, base layers, and team kits.
| Size Label | Age | Chest (cm) | Chest (inches) | Waist (cm) | Waist (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 5–6 years | 60–66 | 23.5–26 | 56 | 22 |
| XS | 6–7 years | 64–68 | 25–26.5 | 58 | 22.5 |
| S | 7–8 years | 66–71 | 26–28 | 61 | 24 |
| M | 9–10 years | 72–76 | 28.5–30 | 64 | 25 |
| L | 11–12 years | 78–82 | 30.5–32 | 68 | 26.5 |
| XL | 13 years | 84–88 | 33–34.5 | 72 | 28 |
Infant & Toddler Size Chart
Sondico also offers sportswear for the very youngest players. Use the chart below for infants and toddlers.
| Age | Chest (cm) | Chest (inches) | Waist (cm) | Waist (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Months | 42–48 | 16.5–19 | 41 | 16 |
| 1–2 Years | 48–54 | 19–21 | 46 | 18 |
Sondico Base Layer & Skins Size Guide
Sondico base layers and compression wear — including the popular Core Long Sleeve Base Layer and Sondico Skins range — are designed to fit snugly against the skin for optimal performance. These garments should feel tight but not restrictive, allowing a full range of movement while providing muscle support. The moisture-wicking fabric is engineered to sit close to the body to effectively draw sweat away from the skin.
Base layers and skins use the same size charts as standard Sondico men’s, women’s, and junior clothing shown above. However, because these products feature a compression fit, there are some important considerations:
- For maximum compression and performance benefits: Choose your regular measured size. The garment is designed to stretch and mould to your body shape.
- If you are between sizes: Size up if you prefer a looser, more relaxed fit, or stay with the smaller size for a tighter compression effect.
- First-time compression wear users: The fit will feel noticeably tighter than standard sportswear. This is by design — the compression supports muscles and improves blood circulation during exercise.
- Inner rubberised waist grips: Many Sondico base layers feature silicone grip strips at the hem to prevent the garment from riding up during activity. This means a snug fit at the waist is particularly important.
The men’s base layer range is available from size 2XS (32″ chest) through to 5XL (62–64″ chest), offering one of the widest size ranges in the budget base layer market.
Sondico Football Size Guide
Sondico footballs are available in two standard sizes suitable for different age groups and levels of play:
| Football Size | Diameter | Recommended Age | Recommended PSI | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size 4 | Approx. 20 cm | Under 14s | 9–10 PSI | Junior matches, youth training |
| Size 5 | Approx. 21–22 cm | 14 years & above | 9–10 PSI | Adult matches, senior training |
Please note that Sondico footballs are delivered deflated and require a separate football pump (sold separately). The material is synthetic leather suitable for outdoor use. Clean with a soft damp cloth and avoid sharp objects to maintain quality.
Sondico Kids’ Sizing — Tips for Parents & Coaches
When ordering Sondico kit for grassroots football clubs, school teams, or your child, consider the following:
- Age-based sizing: Sondico junior sizes are labelled by age range (e.g., 7–8 years, 9–10 years). However, children of the same age can vary significantly in build. Always check chest and waist measurements rather than relying solely on age.
- Room for growth: If your child is at the upper end of a size range or you want the kit to last a full season, consider sizing up. Sondico’s athletic fit means a slightly larger size will still look presentable on the pitch.
- Boys and girls: Sondico uses identical measurements for boys’ and girls’ junior sizes. Size labels may differ (e.g., “SB” for Small Boys, “SG” for Small Girls) but the dimensions are the same.
- Team orders: When ordering for a whole team, collect individual chest measurements from each player. This avoids the common issue of age-based ordering resulting in poor-fitting kits.
Sizing Tips
- True to size: Sondico clothing is generally true to standard UK sizes. If you normally wear a Medium in high-street brands, a Sondico Medium should fit well for training tops and shorts.
- Base layers run tight by design: Do not assume a Sondico base layer is too small when you first try it on. Compression garments are meant to feel snug. Allow a few minutes of movement to assess the fit properly before exchanging.
- Measure yourself, don’t guess: Sportswear sizes can differ from casual clothing. Take fresh measurements with a tape measure and compare against the charts above for the best results.
- Between sizes? For standard training tops and outerwear, size up for a more comfortable, relaxed fit. For compression base layers and skins, stay with the smaller size to maintain the performance benefits of a close fit.
- Consider layering: If you plan to wear a Sondico base layer underneath a training top or jersey, ensure your outer layer is sized to accommodate the extra garment. You may wish to go one size up on your outer layer.
- Wash care matters for fit: Sondico garments are machine washable, but always follow the care label. Washing at too high a temperature can cause shrinkage, particularly in compression fabrics. Tumble drying is generally not recommended for base layers.
- Extended size range: Sondico offers sizes from 2XS up to 5XL in men’s and from UK 6 to UK 22 in women’s, making their range accessible for a wide variety of body types.
- Check product-specific charts: Whilst the charts above cover the vast majority of Sondico products, certain items may have slight variations. Always check the size guide on the specific product page if one is provided at the point of purchase.