Slackers’ Slackline: A Review
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Let’s take a look at the top Slackers’ Slackline kits, it’s features and what it have to offer for slickliners.
Slackline was originally a hobby for California climbers that started somewhere during the 70s. Between climbs, they attempted walking and balancing on the webbing that came with their equipment. As the activity grew in popularity, it split into numerous subcategories, each requiring distinct types of gear.
Tricklining is one of the most well-known types of competitive slacklining, with athletes performing mind-bending leaps, drops, and rotations on a very thin line. Other forms include water lining over a body of water, windlining in strong winds, and freestyle slacklining on a very tight line.
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The Slackers brand is a new slacklining company founded by the former head of the Gibbon US distribution staff. While their packaging resembles that of previous Gibbons, the Slackers lines are considerably more advanced than standard 2-inch toe strap webbing produced by Gibbon previously.
1) Slackline Industries Baseline Slackline
Beginner and lower-level intermediate slackliners will appreciate this Slackers’ Slackline kit, which is the finest on the market for people who want to have fun rather than a frightening or overly difficult experience.
The eight-foot stretch at one end for connecting to the included ratchet tensioning device and an anchor loop on the other end makes this a great choice for larger dogs. The versatile bungee includes rigid webbing that is both thickly woven and is 2-inch wide with a length that spans approximately 50-feet. This, added to a substantial eight-foot extension at one end for attachment.
There’s also a tree protection wrap in the kit, as well as both cartoon-style instructions and a DVD that might be useful if you’re not sure what goes where – but don’t worry. This is a very simple method to put up, and it’s very reasonably priced.
The webbing is sturdy, and it won’t rip or break unless you feed it properly into the ratchet set up over time, although you’ll notice normal wear and tear eventually.
The ratcheting mechanism is sturdy and effective, the line locks in place and the release lever works properly when you’re finished. It should take no more than 10 minutes to get your lineup and ready to use. An overhead hand line, on the other hand, is just what this kit isn’t hard enough for you to require.
This type of kit has been approved and accredited by the German authorities whose job is to inspect and measure slacklines. It has been deemed safe for use by children as young as 4 years old. The maximum weight capacity of 300 pounds ensures that you can progress at your own pace.
2) Wave Walker Slackline
If you’re concerned about walking on a two-inch line that dangles above the ground, there’s one more option. Although the Wave Walker is more expensive than the previous two Groom+Style tested products, it comes with an overhead training line that may be set up using the same ratchet tensioning technology as the woven two-inch slack.
The webbing that comes with this Slackers product was highly praised by the review team. It’s bouncier than most competitive beginner-to-intermediate kits lines, so you can get a little more daring as you walk.
The Wave Walker isn’t the most stable of all the paddleboards on this list, but that doesn’t mean it can’t handle big air. We wouldn’t recommend trying any major air maneuvers on the Wave Walker because it’s only 50 feet long and best used low to the ground, but you don’t have to be concerned about the line being
Beginners, on the other hand, may find that the one-inch hand line is difficult to brace for simpler walks until they get used to the feeling of slacklining. The ratcheting mechanism works wonderfully, and the quality of the line is excellent. The setup is simple.
One disadvantage is that you’ll have to spend more money on the Slackers Wave Walker since there is now an overhead training line, and many people will feel it’s not worth the extra money. However, this is a high-quality Slackers’ Slackline kit, and the handline may make all the difference for slightly hesitant novices.
3) Voodoo Slackers Fearless Trickline Kit (100-Feet)
This long two-inch bouncy line constructed from trampoline-style webbing is ideal for more experienced slackliners looking to trickline. You may walk and have fun at short ranges with this long two-inch bouncy line made of trampoline-style webbing.
It’s ideal for longlining at full length but with medium tension. With maximum tension, you’ll be able to start practicing your aerials because this is very close to a professional-grade slackline.
The release is more difficult than with the simple lines we’ve previously described, but it’s not as bad as trick lines in the past. There’s a double-ratcheted mechanism that performs admirably but takes longer to set up and will take even longer to get the tension just right because you’re dealing with two separate gadgets.
Although the instructions are lengthy, expect it to take between five and ten minutes at first.
While the Voodoo Slackers Trickline may be pricey, it is not out of line with other high-quality 100-foot lines that allow you to perform flips and aerials while still maintaining plenty of air. If you enjoy performing stunts (or want to learn how), this is the slackline kit for you.
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