Slackline: A community for all who enjoy the sport

If you have any beginner questions, feel free to ask them here. Please also remember to visit this thread even if you consider yourself very experienced so that you can help others!

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Note that this thread will be posted the first Monday of the month at one minute past midnight UTC time. If you would like to provide feedback or suggest another idea for a thread, please message the moderators.

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Below are some of the guides listed in the side bar. **note: please let us know if there are other guides that we might want to list**

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##### Slackline Guides:

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* [Basics of Slacklining PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/basics-flyer/)

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* [Tree Protection PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/tree-protection/) - An important aspect of maintaining access to slackline areas

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* [Slacklining in Public Spaces PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/public-space/) - tips for using public areas, and how to be prepared to speak to authority figures

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* [Detailed information about webbing knots, linelocks, and weblocks](http://slacklab.de/en/rigging/strength-of-webbing-anchors) - Important knowledge that all slackliners should understand

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* [How to setup 2" tricklines with double ratchet](http://youtu.be/k0qgR0mMCAQ)

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* [Slackline Tension Calculator](http://slackline.sparkfire.net/). Two other simple slackline tension calculators can be found [here](http://slackcalc.yesiamawesome.com/) and [here](http://slack.e30tuner.com/articles_linetension.php).

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##### Helpful YouTube Videos:

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* ["How not to Highline"](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQvq-0fss4lNrmIz7gcPLtQ)

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* ["How to rig a primitive slackline"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p81wI-HHyhU)

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* ["Primitive Slackline Setup"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPIg6_SG99U)

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* ["How to Slackline for Beginners"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxyAYxIAG6A)

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* ["How to Build a Slackline Hang Frame"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-XWFZ1Pp4M)

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##### Slackline Gear Resources:

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* [Slackline Kits](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k_5pEbJIMhf918U81L3EpTL-5BySf-bd7Zgvx5r_Has/edit#gid=0) - a community-built database of slackline kits

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* [List of Weblocks](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bCLqk6pOxUEQzf8zBdIrsTimOKQvBGueAMFN8IYlmQE/edit#gid=0) - a resource for reviewing and comparing the features of weblocks commonly available for sale

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* [List of Webbings](http://slacklink.org/SlackWiki/index.php?title=Webbing) - a [slacklink.org](http://www.slacklink.org/) wiki page of slackline webbings

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* [List of Tree Protections](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hcX5A4OZZ46fr4JqqkEpzDjQ8jApqdz-SmCvlPpdCAg/edit#gid=0) - protect your trees, protect your equipment, protect access to public lands

If you have any beginner questions, feel free to ask them here. Please also remember to visit this thread even if you consider yourself very experienced so that you can help others!

​

Note that this thread will be posted the first Monday of the month at one minute past midnight UTC time. If you would like to provide feedback or suggest another idea for a thread, please message the moderators.

​

Below are some of the guides listed in the side bar. **note: please let us know if there are other guides that we might want to list**

​

##### Slackline Guides:

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* [Basics of Slacklining PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/basics-flyer/)

​

* [Tree Protection PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/tree-protection/) - An important aspect of maintaining access to slackline areas

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* [Slacklining in Public Spaces PDF](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/public-space/) - tips for using public areas, and how to be prepared to speak to authority figures

​

* [Detailed information about webbing knots, linelocks, and weblocks](http://slacklab.de/en/rigging/strength-of-webbing-anchors) - Important knowledge that all slackliners should understand

​

* [How to setup 2" tricklines with double ratchet](http://youtu.be/k0qgR0mMCAQ)

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* [Slackline Tension Calculator](http://slackline.sparkfire.net/). Two other simple slackline tension calculators can be found [here](http://slackcalc.yesiamawesome.com/) and [here](http://slack.e30tuner.com/articles_linetension.php).

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##### Helpful YouTube Videos:

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* ["How not to Highline"](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQvq-0fss4lNrmIz7gcPLtQ)

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* ["How to rig a primitive slackline"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p81wI-HHyhU)

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* ["Primitive Slackline Setup"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPIg6_SG99U)

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* ["How to Slackline for Beginners"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxyAYxIAG6A)

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* ["How to Build a Slackline Hang Frame"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-XWFZ1Pp4M)

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##### Slackline Gear Resources:

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* [Slackline Kits](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k_5pEbJIMhf918U81L3EpTL-5BySf-bd7Zgvx5r_Has/edit#gid=0) - a community-built database of slackline kits

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* [List of Weblocks](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bCLqk6pOxUEQzf8zBdIrsTimOKQvBGueAMFN8IYlmQE/edit#gid=0) - a resource for reviewing and comparing the features of weblocks commonly available for sale

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* [List of Webbings](http://slacklink.org/SlackWiki/index.php?title=Webbing) - a [slacklink.org](http://www.slacklink.org/) wiki page of slackline webbings

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* [List of Tree Protections](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hcX5A4OZZ46fr4JqqkEpzDjQ8jApqdz-SmCvlPpdCAg/edit#gid=0) - protect your trees, protect your equipment, protect access to public lands

So, my partner and I got really into slacklining this past year. We had a great community and met up with them often to slackline at the park or highline in the forest. We just moved to Utah, and are on the lookout for slackline communities out here. We enjoy the sport and engage in it often, but are missing the broader community aspect we once had. Basically, where can we go to meet more slackliners/what communities are any of you familiar with? We would love to find our people out here! Thanks so much ~

I swear that every year when spring hits and I head out for my first session of the year, I forget something important. They say it’s like riding a bicycle, but you usually don’t have to build the bike yourself. Here’s a story of my most recent brain fart

In early days, I forgot the tree pro, or I forgot how many carabiners and rings I needed for the primitive. I’ve spent a full half hour figuring out how ratchets work. One time I forgot the anchor slings. This year, I remembered the soft release. When I was doing my pocket Macarena for keys and wallet, I included the soft release hanging from my backpack

And then I got to the spot, rigged 20m of SkyPilot, checked the anchors for alignment and tree pro like it was a primitive, tensioned my Buckingham like it was a longline, and forgot to attach the soft release like an idiot

I only noticed after we had pulled it tight and tied it off and I went to stash my pack and the rest of my webbing out of the way, only to see the soft release in my hand and realize that it shouldn’t be in my hand. I’ll admit I panicked for a bit. My mind immediately went to “cut the anchor sling” but thankfully no one had a knife

Approximately one joint later and calmer I remembered how friction locks work so I Macgyvered the soft release into an Ellington, released the pin on the weblock, and the day was saved (from my own idiocy)

Do y’all have any stories like this that would make me feel less foolish?

Ive been slacklining for a while and started highlining recently but struggle with all the basics like climbing the leash and clipping in and out of the hangover etc. Started climbing at the local climbing gym which is a start, but looking for tips on how to improve upper body strength related to the highline.

Any tips welcome! Thanks

Anyone have a link to a good lightweight kit that would be good for traveling? Ideally on the cheaper side but anything is helpful

I’ve got about 100’ of 1” I could set up. Moved to the area recently and trying to find some Slackline friends

Does anyone have a Promo code on one of these shops?

I dont want to promote spam, so if someone is interested open dm, I just wanna buy things a bit cheaper xd

Thanks you all :)

I’m new to tree nets and I was wondering how much rope/ parlors I would need for a 6x5 net thanks

Hi, I know that probably this is the biggest doubt in every beginner of this sport. I wanna start feom scratch this one, but my intention is do some tricks, bouncings, flips, so its more related to trickline.

My doubt is what kit should I buy? There are many options, and I dont want to buy a starter pack for later buying another one more expensive xd. I have seen kits with one or two ratchets, dont know if there is much difference between those. Appart from that, the rest characteristics of the kits Ive seen are "similar", except the length. I hope 15 metres is enough but would you consider 20 or keep with the 15?

Thanks everyone who answers🙏

Greetings,

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Ryan just tested these samples both broke below 11kn and above 10kn. https://youtube.com/shorts/IqLzWiKXk9g?si=PIvJ9bNqUovhmPrc

Who knows the back story of this accident? My thoughts are with the folks injured in the event.

If I take down the net on my tennis court, can I set up the slackline btw the poles which hold the net? Or will this rip them out of the ground? I have never set up a slackline, just got mine in the mail this week. So have no idea.

Per my title, can anyone recommend a static slackline--the less stretch, the better. Aiming for under $70, with a length of 60 feet or longer? (I tried the Flybold kit, but it's about one foot too short for my purposes.)

Thanks!

Hi guys,

I've browsed a lot of the posts here on 100ft ratchet setups, and it seems like the ones available are mostly for tricking (aggro line, surfline etc). I mostly want it for just walking and maybe some static balancing tricks, but a 100ft ratchet line doesn't seem like a very common product. there is a zenmonkey line on amazon but pretty sure I've heard its garbage.

I like 100ft because the length is just more fun and I want to set up over water

So two questions: 1. Is there a line you could recommend for my purposes? 2. If not, is the bounciness of the aggro line and surfline a trade off for just the purpose of walking? I'm not sure if I want or need it to be super bouncy.

Thanks!!

I'm hosting a BBQ & Slackline event in a park in 2 months.

About 30 people who've never slacklined will try it out and have fun in the park.
I'm considering putting up a training line like this:

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This should make it easier for people to try it out, and not just fall off before giving 2 steps and giving up completely after ~10min (Which is what I find happens a lot when I teach random new people in the park how to slackline, especially if there is a bigger group waiting to try. )

Is this a good idea? Or should they learn the hard way?
Any tips and tricks for setting this up would be appreciated

Hi, im fairly new to slackline and im thinking of setting up a line in my backyard. The problem is there is only trees on one side. So I was wondering if anyone has experience with setting up an anchor on a wall. Details: Its a brick wall about 20 cm (8" aprox). The length of the line would be about 13m (43 ft aprox). Idk if it's relevant but it's a 2" slackline with a ratchet.

idk if expansion or glue in bolts would be best. I also saw this plate https://slacktivity.com/shop/flat-1-slackline-wall-plate/ but I thought it was kind of expensive.

I would appreciate if you share your thoughts and comments about this.

Hi all - totally new to the world of slacklining but my kids (8 and 5) have seen some videos (and had a play at a ninja warrior centre) and are desperate to get a slackline in our back garden.
We have two trees that are suitable but they are about 10 metres apart from each other. I was thinking of building two A-frames to go a metre or so in from each tree to reduce the length of the slack line so it doesn't move too much whilst they are starting out.
Does this sound like something that would work? Would I need to anchor the a-frames somehow in addition to anchoring at the trees?
I've not found much online about this after a search and thought this would be a good source of info!
Any links for instructions/advice as well as recommended brands to go for a beginners slack linewould be very much appreciated - there is a lot of choice!