When learning how to slackline, it is important to first learn how to balance on the slackline and not how to walk on the slackline.  In the first step, train to stand on one leg, keeping your back strait, your arms in the air and breathing deeply. Once that you are able to do it on both legs, start making your first steps, engaging the movement with your hips and not your shoulders.

At the beginning, your leg will be shacking a lot, it is normal. Because of the instability of the surface below your foot, your muscle get over tense. Breathing deeply and trying many times in a role will stop your leg from shacking. Just like learning how to ride a bike, it will take some times  at the beginning but will quickly turn into a fun and challenging activity ! Everybody can balance on a slackline!

It depends on the personal preference of the user. Generally both.

No ! Just like any other sport, you need to start slacklining with a slackline and a set up adapted to your level. By setting your slackline low from the ground and with a short length, you can safely learn how to balance. Your set up will evolve with your progress, the easiest the slackline become, the more your will increase the length and height.

You can wash your GIBBON slackline. It should be washed using cold water and very litle detergent, netutral soap is recommended. Any metal parts including the ratchet should never be washed or put in contact with water.

Yes, it is generally possible to book slackliners for events. Please send all requests to events@gibbon-slacklines.com

Yes, you can trickline on any GIBBON slackline. If you are looking to get more performance out of your slackline, we recommend getting a GIBBON slackline with more dynamic features (e.g. the GIBBON Jibline).

Yes, you can trickline on any GIBBON slackline. If you are looking to get more performance out of your slackline, we recommend getting a GIBBON slackline with more dynamic features (e.g. the GIBBON Jibline).

No, GIBBON Slacklines is originally from Stuttgart, Germany. We have a US based subsidiary and work with over 30 distributors worldwide. Any HQ related inquiries are best sent to info@gibbon-slacklines.com

We do not recommend leaving your GIBBON slackline set up when not in use, as it will reduce the perfomance of the webbing over time, and can have adverse effects on any fixpoints (e.g. trees).

For spare parts please check our Accessories, we offer extra ratchets, band slings, etc. For webbings only and advanced accessories, check out our new modular series!

The batch code can be found on the label attached to either the slackline, or the ratchet band. It will start with “PO” followed by a number.

Please check if the ratchet was set up correctly and if the webbing is blocking the natural movement of the ratchet lever. Please always keep hands and fingers out of any areas of the ratchet that have moving parts, as this may result in injury. Try using a screwdriver to lever open any blocked part until normal detensioning can be applied.

As all GIBBON Classic sets have a loop for using with a girth hitch around trees, you will not be baled to use a second ratchet with this set. You can, however, exchange the existing ratchet with band for a GIBBON Powerratchet and band sling.

The XXL ratchet is only recommended with the GIBBON Modular Webbing Series. Please refer to our website of Slack app for product details and for your nearest dealer.

We recommend not putting more than 100lbs of tension on sets for beginners. Generally, it is sufficient to set the line at a tension that causes it to vibrate when flicked.

Our slacklines are rated from 3000-6000lbs depending on the type. We do not recommend however to us the line with more than one person at a time, and not to exceed 250lbs. Our Independence Kits are rated at 240lbs for a maximum user weight.

The user manual can be found in all product packaging, on our website, or alternatively on the GIBBON Slackapp.

Slacklining is for all ages, but we do recommend kids below the age of 12 to not use any GIBBON slackline without support and supervision.

We do not recommend using your GIBBON slackline if there is any noticeable damage to the webbing, the ratchet, or any other part of the system.

All metal parts are prone to developing rust if not kept dry and out of any weather conditions. In order to avoid this, please keep your ratchet dry and clean, and ideally treat it with synthetic lubricant.

The drum on the ratchet is only designed to take about 2–3 rotations. Generally, misuse is due to the slackline not being pre-tensioned by hand before applying the ratchet. Please see user manual for details.

Both products are similar. The main difference being the line used and the extra accessories coming with the Slackrack Fitness. For the Slackrack Fitness, the line is thinner and therefore generates more vibration, it also comes with a Tera band and a poster to practice different exercises. We recommend the Slackrack Classic for a family use and the slackrack fitness for balance and coordination training.

For all warranty claims please refer back to the point of purchase first, all retailers are responsible for processing warranty claims. They will evaluate the warranty claim and communicate with us about any disputes.

For starting doing tricks on our slacklines we recommend the Gibbon Jibline or alternatively longer Gibbon Surferline. Both lines have the same stretch, only the design and the length change. For advanced level tricklining we recommend our Trickline webbing Series that you can find on our Webshop.

The GIBBON Slow Release enables a slow releasing of the tension of set up slacklines. The opening of the ratchet lever is no longer needed, which results in no abrasion of the slackline, and no damage to the ratchet. If you would like to know more about our new Slow Release, please check out this video

For beginners, we highly recommend getting either a GIBBON Classic or GIBBON Funline. They can be set up at a low height, and have a very high durability. Our Classic line is currently the most used slackline for beginner.

Yes, the different sets generally vary by design and by performance. There are different webbing, different widths, and lengths. The main characteristic that change from one line to another is the elasticity of the line.

You can find our products in all renowned sporting goods retailers. In order to find the closest store near you, please refer to our store locator on the GIBBON Slacklines website, or the GIBBON Slacklines APP.

The slackline can be rigged to a maximum length of the set, considering the circumference of both anchor points (usually trees) deducted.

The ideal height for any slackline is always below the hip height of the user, but high enough to avoid touching the ground with the slackline when in use.

Yes, the GIBBON Slackrack can be used both indoor and outdoor. Please be aware that natural weathering may cause the metal parts to deteriorate.

For entry level slackliners we recommend setting the ground screws at a distance of 25ft-30ft. The length can be altered using the A-frames with the slackline not under full tension. The A-frames can also be used to set up the slackline at three different heights. When installed properly, the ground screws are rated at a strength of 4000 lbs. The maximum weight of any user is 240 lbs.

In this case we recommend getting the GIBBON Independence Kit, or alternatively parts of it (e.g. only one tree). Once installed, it can be set up at no time and offers several set-up possibilities with only one anchor setting.

The GIBBON Independence Kit can be set up at 30 cm, 50 cm, and 70 cm height.

Tree Protection is always useful and recommended. When using any trees or fix points, the GIBBON Treewear helps to avoid abrasion and unnecessary damage. If the treewear is too short to go around the tree, it is important to place it in the front, facing the direction of the line. In fact, the tension is higher in the front of the tree where the side of the slackline are, rather than the back of the tree.

You can install a slackline without trees using the Independence Kit. The set consist of two frames and two ground screws that can be placed in the ground. If you have small trees or a metal pole, you can also use our indoor gym set. It is similar to the Independence kit, but doesn't have the ground screw. Therefore, you can use it just like a normal slackline using the base of the pole or tree.