Shoyoroll occupies a strange place in jiu jitsu. It is a gi brand that behaves like a streetwear label: limited batches, announced drops, instant sellouts, and a resale market where the gi you missed costs double.
That creates three problems for buyers, and this guide covers all three: how the sizing actually works, how to get one, and what to buy when you inevitably miss the drop.
Quick Answers
- Sizing: SYR runs large by design. Their own advice is to size down for a fitted feel
- Getting one: drops are announced on their site and Instagram, and sell out in minutes
- Resale: expect to pay well over retail for sought after batches
- Missed the drop? Four gis you can buy today that scratch the same itch
- The archive: photos of every batch from 2008 onward
Shoyoroll Sizing: The Part Everyone Gets Wrong
Important if you are reading older guides: Shoyoroll no longer uses the A1, A2, A3 labelling that most brands and most older articles refer to. Current releases use plain numbers with letter suffixes, so an old "A2" recommendation does not map cleanly onto what you will see at checkout.
| Size code | What it means | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 | Standard numbered sizing | Most athletes. Runs larger than most brands |
| L (e.g. 1L) | Long cut | Taller athletes needing sleeve and leg length |
| F (e.g. 1F, 00F) | Fitted cut | Leaner builds wanting a trimmer silhouette |
| W (e.g. 0W, 2W, 3W) | Women's cut | Female athletes. See our women's sizing guide |
Official shrinkage figures. Shoyoroll estimate roughly 1 to 3 inches of shrinkage on white gis and 1 to 2 inches on black or blue, depending on how you wash and dry. Their kimonos ship pre shrunk, but cotton always moves. Read our washing and shrinking guide before the first wash.
- Fit varies between releases. A competition kimono does not fit the same as a premium batch, so check the chart for the specific gi
- Buying secondhand? Ask for current measurements, not the label size. A hot dried gi can be well under its stated size
Not sure which size you are in any brand?
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How to Actually Get a Shoyoroll
Shoyoroll sells direct in limited batches. There is no restock, no back order, and no traditional retail distribution for most releases. If you want one at retail price, you need to be ready when the drop happens.
Watch the announcement channels
Drops are announced on shoyoroll.com and their Instagram, usually with a date and time but limited detail on quantities.
Have your size decided in advance
Popular sizes go first and you will not have time to deliberate. Work out your cut and size before the drop, not during it.
Set up your account and payment beforehand
Checkout speed decides who gets one. Saved details are the difference between a confirmation email and a sold out page.
Expect a wait, and check the ship date
Kimono releases are not always shipped immediately. Product pages carry an estimated ship date, often weeks out, and kimonos and special releases are excluded from the same day dispatch that applies to their general apparel. Factor that in if you are buying for a specific competition.
Watch for restricted releases
Shoyoroll has long run member and reserve access for certain batches, and parts of their store are still access controlled. Terms change, so check their current site rather than relying on what a forum post said years ago.
The Resale Market: What You Need to Know
Because batches are limited and rarely restocked, a secondary market exists on eBay, Grailed, and BJJ trading groups. For reference, current Shoyoroll kimonos sit around $260 at retail, while historic batches ranged from roughly $145 for the earliest releases to $300 or more for special editions and member exclusives. Sought after batches trade well above their original price.
Every Shoyoroll batch, photographed
Our archive covers releases from Batch 1 through the modern batches, with release dates and original prices. Useful for identification, valuation, and settling arguments.
Missed the Drop? Four Gis You Can Buy Today
Most people who want a Shoyoroll do not get one. If what you actually want is a premium gi with a clean aesthetic and a properly considered cut, these are available now, at retail, in your size.
93 Brand Gold Label V4
Limited colourways, strong design language, and a genuinely premium build. Crucially, 93 Brand offer the widest cut range in the sport (classic, long, husky, and fitted) so you can get the fit right rather than hoping. Free US returns within 60 days makes sizing risk free.
Check Price →Scramble Standard Issue
If the appeal of SYR is restrained branding and clean lines, Scramble deliver the same look without the queue. Pearl weave jacket, ripstop pants, and a cut that flatters lean builds.
Check Price →Tatami Estilo
The most consistent fit across body types we have tested, with minimal shrinkage and a specialty size range including long cuts. Not a hype product, which is exactly why you can buy one today.
Check Price →Kingz Kore
Tapered contemporary cut and the best fitting pants in our testing. A strong pick if you train four or more days a week and want a premium feel every session.
Check Price →Never miss a drop again
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Shoyoroll gis so hard to buy?
Shoyoroll release in limited batches with no restocks, sold direct rather than through retailers. Demand consistently exceeds supply, so drops sell out quickly and unsold inventory does not sit around waiting for you.
What size Shoyoroll should I buy?
Shoyoroll's own guidance is that their kimonos run larger than most brands to allow for shrinkage, so they recommend sizing down if you like a fitted gi. Current sizing uses plain numbers (0 to 4) with L for long, F for fitted, and W for women's. If you are unsure, email info@shoyoroll.com with your height, weight, and current brands and they will recommend a size.
Are Shoyoroll gis worth the price?
At retail, they are a well made premium gi in line with other gis at that price point. At resale prices, you are paying for scarcity and design rather than performance. Whether that is worth it is a personal call, but you will not roll measurably better in one.
How do I spot a fake Shoyoroll?
Compare the batch against known photographs, check internal labels and patch quality closely, and be wary of stock images. Ask the seller for photos of the specific gi, including the interior label. Our batch archive is a useful reference for verification.
Last updated July 2026. Sizing system, shrinkage figures, and pricing verified against Shoyoroll's own site this month. We are not affiliated with Shoyoroll. · Browse every Shoyoroll batch →