Loading ...My wife teaches Yoga, so I know the importance of good balance in outdoor activities. Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding, and Mountain Biking obviously require good balance. But sports like Backpacking and Paddling also require excellent inner ear usage as well. If a peakbagger on a steep trail looses his balance he could tumble 100s of feet. If a kayaker in a swollen river hits a hole at the wrong angle, the right body shift could saver her life.
Increasing balance can be achieved through yoga or certain types of strength training. But if you're ready to add a more fun and a social element to your training, it's time for a slackline. Gibbon Slacklines are the perfect way to kill some time with your friends while achieving a better sense of your body. Oh yeah, and they are friking fun as hell too!
Slacklines are easy to set up, all you need is two trees and know how to pull a lever to tighten the rope. Don't leave too much slack or it will be unstable. Make sure all dangerous objects are out of the way, and have some friends on hand to assist you if needed. We tested the Gibbons brand Slackline out last week and fell in love. No don't go expecting to be a pro in the first day. None of us stayed on for more than a few steps without grabbing a partners shoulder... But do expect to have alot of fun and get addicted quickly.
Slacklining is the perfect activity for a lazy summer afternoon (before you hit the microbrews people). It is also a great way to pass the time when you're out camping. Anyone can try it, but it takes a real pro to get good. Check out some of these slacklining video (these are some serious slackliners).
A 49 footer will run you $80 bucks, and an 82 footer will run you $100 bucks. Check them out at GibbonSlacklines.com
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