#Welcome to [/r/slackline](http://reddit.com/r/Slackline)!
Post pictures, stories, new locations, beginner guides, or anything slackline-related. This is a user-guided community; join the discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences. This subreddit is much better when you are a part of it!

Promotional posts by slackline companies are welcome here! Got an awesome slackline company you want to share? Go for it. Slackline companies help this community grow, and /r/Slackline welcomes their participation.

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*Wondering where to slack?* Find out on **[SlackMap.com](http://www.slackmap.com)**.

*Want to meet awesome slackers?* Check out **[Slackline Groups Around the World](https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/c990e4_41a475dc4fdd47319fe0f560e59db04e.pdf)**

*Had a slackline-related incident or accident?* **[Report it](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/safety/report-incident/english/)** so that others may learn from your experiences.

*Want to help improve slacklining for everyone?* Consider joining the **[ISA Volunteers](https://www.facebook.com/groups/ISAVolunteers/)** Facebook group.

*Edit your flair (above) to show your location or affiliation.*

##### Slackline Guides:

* [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

* [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

* [Comprehensive Guide to Building a Longline Setup](https://www.reddit.com/r/Slackline/comments/8mzhg1/comprehensive_guide_to_building_a_longline_setup/)

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

* [Highline - The Most Important Points & Buddy Check Advisory](https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/highline/)

* Want to learn tricks? Check out the [Slackline Trick List] (http://www.slacklineindustries.com/slackline-tricks.html) and [Slackline Tricks Encyclopedia](http://slackline.hivefly.com/slackline-tricks-encyclopedia/)!

* [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).

##### Helpful YouTube Videos:

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

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

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

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

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

* ["Leash Handling on a Highline"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEgjdzsU-sg)

##### Slackline Gear Resources:

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

* [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

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

* [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

##### Facebook Groups:

* [SlackChat](https://www.facebook.com/groups/slackchat/)

* [SlackChat: Used Gear Listings](https://www.facebook.com/groups/279618212103376/)

* [SlackLife](https://www.facebook.com/groups/131122536978619/)

[Part of the Outdoor Network](http://www.reddit.com/r/outdoornetwork)

##### Related SubReddits:

* [r/CampingandHiking](http://reddit.com/r/campingandHiking) <-Camping and hiking tips, trip reports, stories, and news.

* [r/alpinism](http://reddit.com/r/alpinism) <-Take hiking to the high slopes

* [r/climbing](http://reddit.com/r/climbing) <-Vertical Hiking ;-)

* [r/outdoors](http://reddit.com/r/outdoors) <- General Outdoors

* [r/meditation](http://reddit.com/r/meditation) <-Clear your mind

* [r/parkour](http://reddit.com/r/parkour) <- Don't let walls stand in your way

* [r/adrenaline](http://www.reddit.com/r/adrenaline)

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<div class="md"><h1>Welcome to <a href="http://reddit.com/r/Slackline">/r/slackline</a>!</h1>

Post pictures, stories, new locations, beginner guides, or anything slackline-related. This is a user-guided community; join the discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences. This subreddit is much better when you are a part of it!

Promotional posts by slackline companies are welcome here! Got an awesome slackline company you want to share? Go for it. Slackline companies help this community grow, and <a href="/r/Slackline">/r/Slackline</a> welcomes their participation.

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Wondering where to slack? Find out on <a href="http://www.slackmap.com">SlackMap.com</a>.

Want to meet awesome slackers? Check out <a href="https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/c990e4_41a475dc4fdd47319fe0f560e59db04e.pdf">Slackline Groups Around the World</a>

Had a slackline-related incident or accident? <a href="https://data.slacklineinternational.org/safety/report-incident/english/">Report it</a> so that others may learn from your experiences.

Want to help improve slacklining for everyone? Consider joining the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/ISAVolunteers/">ISA Volunteers</a> Facebook group.

Edit your flair (above) to show your location or affiliation.

<h5>Slackline Guides:</h5>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/basics-flyer/">Basics of Slacklining PDF</a></li>
<li><a href="https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/tree-protection/">Tree Protection PDF</a> - An important aspect of maintaining access to slackline areas</li>
<li><a href="https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/public-space/">Slacklining in Public Spaces PDF</a> - tips for using public areas, and how to be prepared to speak to authority figures</li>
<li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Slackline/comments/8mzhg1/comprehensive_guide_to_building_a_longline_setup/">Comprehensive Guide to Building a Longline Setup</a></li>
<li><a href="http://slacklab.de/en/rigging/strength-of-webbing-anchors">Detailed information about webbing knots, linelocks, and weblocks</a> - Important knowledge that all slackliners should understand</li>
<li><a href="https://data.slacklineinternational.org/slacked-data/highline/">Highline - The Most Important Points &amp; Buddy Check Advisory</a></li>
<li>Want to learn tricks? Check out the <a href="http://www.slacklineindustries.com/slackline-tricks.html">Slackline Trick List</a> and <a href="http://slackline.hivefly.com/slackline-tricks-encyclopedia/">Slackline Tricks Encyclopedia</a>!</li>
<li><a href="http://slackline.sparkfire.net/">Slackline Tension Calculator</a>. Two other simple slackline tension calculators can be found <a href="http://slackcalc.yesiamawesome.com/">here</a> and <a href="http://slack.e30tuner.com/articles_linetension.php">here</a>.</li>
</ul>

<h5>Helpful YouTube Videos:</h5>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQvq-0fss4lNrmIz7gcPLtQ">&quot;How not to Highline&quot;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p81wI-HHyhU">&quot;How to rig a primitive slackline&quot;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPIg6_SG99U">&quot;Primitive Slackline Setup&quot;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxyAYxIAG6A">&quot;How to Slackline for Beginners&quot;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-XWFZ1Pp4M">&quot;How to Build a Slackline Hang Frame&quot;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEgjdzsU-sg">&quot;Leash Handling on a Highline&quot;</a></li>
</ul>

<h5>Slackline Gear Resources:</h5>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k_5pEbJIMhf918U81L3EpTL-5BySf-bd7Zgvx5r_Has/edit#gid=0">Slackline Kits</a> - a community-built database of slackline kits</li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bCLqk6pOxUEQzf8zBdIrsTimOKQvBGueAMFN8IYlmQE/edit#gid=0">List of Weblocks</a> - a resource for reviewing and comparing the features of weblocks commonly available for sale</li>
<li><a href="http://slacklink.org/SlackWiki/index.php?title=Webbing">List of Webbings</a> - a <a href="http://www.slacklink.org/">slacklink.org</a> wiki page of slackline webbings</li>
<li><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hcX5A4OZZ46fr4JqqkEpzDjQ8jApqdz-SmCvlPpdCAg/edit#gid=0">List of Tree Protections</a> - protect your trees, protect your equipment, protect access to public lands</li>
</ul>

<h5>Facebook Groups:</h5>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/slackchat/">SlackChat</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/279618212103376/">SlackChat: Used Gear Listings</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/131122536978619/">SlackLife</a></li>
</ul>

<a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/outdoornetwork">Part of the Outdoor Network</a>

<h5>Related SubReddits:</h5>

<ul>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/campingandHiking">r/CampingandHiking</a> &lt;-Camping and hiking tips, trip reports, stories, and news.</li>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/alpinism">r/alpinism</a> &lt;-Take hiking to the high slopes</li>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/climbing">r/climbing</a> &lt;-Vertical Hiking ;-)</li>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/outdoors">r/outdoors</a> &lt;- General Outdoors</li>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/meditation">r/meditation</a> &lt;-Clear your mind</li>
<li><a href="http://reddit.com/r/parkour">r/parkour</a> &lt;- Don&#39;t let walls stand in your way</li>
<li><a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/adrenaline">r/adrenaline</a></li>
</ul>

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Welcome to /r/slackline!
Post pictures, stories, new locations, beginner guides, or anything slackline-related. This is a user-guided community; join the discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences. This subreddit is much better when you are a part of it!

Promotional posts by slackline companies or organizations are welcome here! Got an awesome slackline company or group you want to share? Go for it.

<div class="md">Welcome to <a href="/r/slackline">/r/slackline</a>!
Post pictures, stories, new locations, beginner guides, or anything slackline-related. This is a user-guided community; join the discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences. This subreddit is much better when you are a part of it!

Promotional posts by slackline companies or organizations are welcome here! Got an awesome slackline company or group you want to share? Go for it.
</div>

Reddiquette applies here. Be kind. Be civil. Be awesome.

Promotional posts by slackline companies are welcome here! No low-effort posts, though.

Please keep all posts slackline-related. But don't be shy, show us your rig and pics! Talk about safety! Participate!

<div class="md">Reddiquette applies here. Be kind. Be civil. Be awesome.

Promotional posts by slackline companies are welcome here! No low-effort posts, though.

Please keep all posts slackline-related. But don&#39;t be shy, show us your rig and pics! Talk about safety! Participate!
</div>

Walked on my first midline this weekend!