Outline Syke 2 is a very light, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, apparel, collegiate, retro, bold, playful, sporty, varsity look, outline display, graphic impact, layering potential, slab serif, inline, blocky, outlined, display.
A slab-serif display face drawn as a clean outline, with an internal inline that creates a double-contour, hollow look. The letterforms are broad and sturdy in proportion, with squared terminals, bracketless slab serifs, and rounded corners that soften the otherwise blocky geometry. Curves (C, O, S) are open and smoothly drawn, while straight-sided letters (E, F, H, I) emphasize a strong, sign-like silhouette. Counters are generous and the outlines maintain an even, consistent stroke, giving the set a crisp, graphic rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for headlines and short phrases where the outlined, inline detailing can be appreciated—such as posters, packaging, signage, and sports-themed branding. It also fits well on apparel graphics, badges, and wordmarks where a varsity/retro feel is desired, and can be used as a decorative layer over color fills or textures.
The overall tone feels collegiate and vintage, echoing classic varsity lettering and old-school sports graphics. Its outlined construction adds a light, airy presence while still reading as assertive and attention-grabbing, making it feel upbeat and playful rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic varsity slab-serif look in an outline/inline construction, providing a strong silhouette with added dimensional interest. Its consistent, even outlining suggests a focus on reproducible display use—especially where a lightweight, hollow effect is preferred over a filled, heavy letterform.
The numerals follow the same outlined, slab-serif structure and read clearly at display sizes. The inline detail and open counters create strong internal shapes that can become visually busy at very small sizes, but add character and depth when scaled up.