Slack Science, powered by Balance Community: Slackline Outfitters, is a blog run by Jerry Miszewski about slacklining. He offers tips and tricks to various parts of setting-up, taking down, in-depth looks at various aspects of a setup, and hints at walking slacklines.
Jerry's long history with the sport of slackline has given him a wealth of knowledge that he loves to share with his fellow slackliners. Slack Science is a place anyone and everyone to come and learn about our wonderful sport of slacklining.
An in-depth article on the various types of slackline webbing anchors and how they are used.
Big shackles, little shackles, straight shackles, twisty shackles, everything about shackles and what to look for when getting some for your slackline rig.
A comprehensive article about the different characteristics inherent in all slackline webbings. Plus, an in-depth look at each of the slackline webbing's offered in the Balance Community online shop.
The complete guide to slackline pulley systems. An in-depth look at each component of your slackline pulley system, from the main pulleys all the way to the multiplier.
A continuation of our series on pulley systems, this article goes into great depth about the various components within a multiplier and different characteristics to look for when building your multiplier system. A great guide for those looking to expand their setup or get into longer and higher slacklines.
Part 4 of the series 'All About Pulley Systems', an article about the different characteristics of static rope used in your pulley system. We discuss various aspects of the rope to look out for and compare two products from Balance Community to give you a good idea on how to choose your rope.
A continuation in the 'All About Pulley Systems' series. We go into depth about the connection point for your pulley system. We evaluate the three main ways of connection and the pros and cons of each. Plus an in-depth guide at purchasing a rigging plate for your slackline tensioning system.
A continuation of our 'All About Pulley Systems' series. This article is about the various characteristics to look for in your braking device for your slackline pulley system. From type of brake to ease of detensioning, this article is full of useful information for choosing the right brake for your pulley system
The first article in a series that explains the various components of your slackline pulley system. This article is about the characteristics present in your main pulleys, the powerhouse behind your tensioning system. Read on for information on the different things to consider when purchasing your first (or next) set of pulleys for your tightening system.
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