Gildan vs Sport-Tek: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Gildan L is closest to a Sport-Tek M (the same around).
Tees
Sport-Tek tees measure about 3″ more around than Gildan at the same size. A Gildan L is closest to a Sport-Tek M (the same around).
| Gildan | Chest · length | Closest Sport-Tek | Chest · length | Sport-Tek is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan XS | 31¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Gildan S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Sport-Tek XS | 37″ · 27″ | 1¾″ roomier |
| Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Sport-Tek S | 40″ · 28″ | ¾″ roomier |
| Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Sport-Tek M | 43″ · 29″ | the same around |
| Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Sport-Tek L | 46″ · 30″ | 1″ snugger |
| Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Sport-Tek XXL | 52″ · 32″ | 1″ roomier |
| Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Sport-Tek 3XL | 56″ · 32½″ | 1″ roomier |
From Gildan: Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt (5000), Gildan Ultra Cotton T-Shirt (2000), Gildan Softstyle T-Shirt (64000), Gildan DryBlend T-Shirt (8000). From Sport-Tek: Sport-Tek PosiCharge Competitor Tee (ST350). Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Gildan sizing · Sport-Tek sizing
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Garment measurements: the shirt itself, chest all the way around and length from shoulder to hem, from each brand's own chart or wholesale spec sheet, checked November 2026. Shirts with half or more cotton are shown as they come out of a dryer (about 2% less around and 4% shorter). Brands change their cuts, so check the shop's chart before you buy.