Sans Superellipse Etnav 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Redgar' by Graphite, 'Anguita Sans' by Latinotype, 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, and 'Manual' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, modern, assertive, dynamic, compact impact, speed cue, modern branding, geometric consistency, condensed, slanted, blocky, rounded corners, closed apertures.
A condensed, forward-slanted sans with heavy, uniform strokes and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves and corners are softened into superellipse-like terminals, giving counters a compact, squarish feel rather than circular. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with short extenders, a high midline in the lowercase, and compact apertures that keep shapes dense at text sizes. Diagonals are sturdy and consistent, and the overall silhouette stays clean and geometric with minimal modulation.
Works best for headlines and short blocks of text where a compact footprint and strong presence are needed. Well suited to branding systems, sports and fitness graphics, editorial callouts, and packaging where a dynamic slant and dense texture help create impact without ornate detailing.
The tone is driven and contemporary, combining a streamlined industrial feel with a sporty, display-forward attitude. Its slant and condensed proportions suggest speed and urgency, while the rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space, pairing a fast italic stance with geometric, rounded-rectangle forms for a cohesive, modern display texture. The consistent stroke weight and softened corners prioritize clarity and a unified silhouette across letters and figures.
Uppercase forms read as tall and compact with simplified geometry, while lowercase maintains strong similarity between related shapes (e.g., o/c/e) due to the rounded-rectangular bowls. Numerals follow the same condensed, solid construction, suited to prominent, high-contrast settings where compact width is an advantage.