WALKING THE LINE

A LEGACY OF BALANCE

OUR STORY

2007

Launch Of GIBBON Slacklines

Founded by Robert and Stefan, GIBBON launched with 15 slacklines, a stamp, and a Boogaloo mixtape cassette.

Robert, Gibbon founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2007

Launch Of GIBBON Slacklines

Founded by Robert and Stefan, GIBBON launched with 15 slacklines, a stamp, and a Boogaloo mixtape cassette.

Photo: Robert, Gibbon founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2008

World Market Leader

GIBBON's slackline set soared to success, selling 60,000+ units in year one.
The product quickly gained traction with major retailers like Intersport and Globetrotter.

2008

World Market Leader

GIBBON's slackline set soared to success, selling 60,000+ units in year one.
The product quickly gained traction with major retailers like Intersport and Globetrotter.

Photo: The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

2011

First Guinness World Record

American Andy Lewis set a new Guinness World Record for slackline surfing, 15m above a waterfall in China, watched live by 48 million viewers.

Andy Lewis sets Guinness World Record for slackline surfing

2011

First Guinness World Record

American Andy Lewis set a new Guinness World Record for slackline surfing, 15m above a waterfall in China, watched live by 48 million viewers.

Photo: Andy Lewis sets Guinness World Record for slackline surfing

Guinness World Records badge

2012

Super Bowl Halftime Show With Madonna

In 2012, GIBBON made headlines at Super Bowl XLVI’s halftime show, featuring Madonna. This iconic event showcased GIBBON’s presence on the world stage, highlighting the sport of slacklining to millions worldwide.

2012

Super Bowl Halftime Show With Madonna

In 2012, GIBBON made headlines at Super Bowl XLVI’s halftime show, featuring Madonna. This iconic event showcased GIBBON’s presence on the world stage, highlighting the sport of slacklining to millions worldwide.

Photo: Super Bowl XLVI Slacklining with Madonna

Super Bowl XLVI Slacklining with Madonna

2013

Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Casino & The Office

In collaboration with our US partners, we set a new world record for urban highlining at Mandalay Bay Casino. Andy Lewis crossed a 360ft-long, 480ft-high Flowline on his first attempt.
Featured unexpectedly in THE OFFICE, this event showcases our evolving public perception.

Dwight attempts slacklining in ‘The Office’, watched skeptically by his colleagues

2013

Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Casino & The Office

In collaboration with our US partners, we set a new world record for urban highlining at Mandalay Bay Casino. Andy Lewis crossed a 360ft-long, 480ft-high Flowline on his first attempt.
Featured unexpectedly in THE OFFICE, this event showcases our evolving public perception.

Photo: Dwight attempts slacklining in ‘The Office,’ watched skeptically by his colleagues

2015

Red Bull Baylines: 20ft High Trickline Contest

GIBBON teamed up Red Bull to host the first Trickline event in the USA. Held atop 20ft high structures inspired by San Francisco Cable Cars, the event featured 6 tricklines simultaneously.

American Mickey Wilson claimed the title, with strong competition from Estonians Jaan Roose and Tauri Vahesaar.

2015

Red Bull Baylines: 20ft High Trickline Contest

GIBBON teamed up Red Bull to host the first Trickline event in the USA. Held atop 20ft high structures inspired by San Francisco Cable Cars, the event featured 6 tricklines simultaneously.

American Mickey Wilson claimed the title, with strong competition from Estonians Jaan Roose and Tauri Vahesaar.

Photo: The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalouge

Mickey Wilson wins the first USA Trickline event in San Francisco

2017

10-Year Anniversary: 1 Million Slacklines Sold

In celebration of our 10-year anniversary, GIBBON proudly announced the sale of our one-millionth slackline.
This milestone reflects our commitment to making balance training accessible worldwide, supported by our dedicated community of enthusiasts and athletes.

2017

10-Year Anniversary: 1 Million Slacklines Sold

In celebration of our 10-year anniversary, GIBBON proudly announced the sale of our one-millionth slackline.
This milestone reflects our commitment to making balance training accessible worldwide, supported by our dedicated community of enthusiasts and athletes.

Photo: Mickey Wilson wins the first USA Trickline event in San Francisco (desktop)

2018

Red Bull Slacklight: High-Flying Tricks

Haruki Kinoshita from Japan amazed with flips on an 26ft (8m) high Trickline inside Switzerland's Tamina Ravine, accompanied by mesmerizing lighting effects.

2018

Red Bull Slacklight: High-Flying Tricks

Haruki Kinoshita from Japan amazed with flips on an 26ft (8m) high Trickline inside Switzerland's Tamina Ravine, accompanied by mesmerizing lighting effects.

Photo: Red Bull Slacklight performance

Red Bull Slacklight performance

2021

Introducing SlackBoard

Meet the SlackBoard, an innovative balance board crafted from sustainable American maple wood.
Designed for all ages and fitness levels, its low-profile slackline ensures safety and accessibility. Enhance your balance, coordination, strength, and agility with the compact and portable Slackboard — ideal for home, gym, or office use.

Robert, GIBBON founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2021

Introducing GIBOARD

Meet the SlackBoard, an innovative balance board crafted from sustainable American maple wood.
Designed for all ages and fitness levels, its low-profile slackline ensures safety and accessibility. Enhance your balance, coordination, strength, and agility with the compact and portable Slackboard — ideal for home, gym, or office use.

Photo: Robert, GIBBON founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2021

Red Bull Slack Warrior

The Red Bull Slack Warrior is a thrilling head-to-head competition featuring the world's best slackliners.Held in the abandoned Rummu prison quarry, Estonia, the course features over 50 different slacklines of varying lengths, heights, and tension.
Athletes showcase a blend of tricklining and highlining skills, focusing on speed and dexterity.

2021

World Market Leader

GIBBON's slackline set soared to success, selling 60,000+ units in year one.
The product quickly gained traction with major retailers like Intersport and Globetrotter.

Photo: The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

2021

World’s Longest LED Walk with Jaan Roose

Meet the SlackBoard, an innovative balance board crafted from sustainable American maple wood.
Designed for all ages and fitness levels, its low-profile slackline ensures safety and accessibility. Enhance your balance, coordination, strength, and agility with the compact and portable Slackboard — ideal for home, gym, or office use.

Robert, GIBBON founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2021

Introducing GIBOARD

Meet the SlackBoard, an innovative balance board crafted from sustainable American maple wood.
Designed for all ages and fitness levels, its low-profile slackline ensures safety and accessibility. Enhance your balance, coordination, strength, and agility with the compact and portable Slackboard — ideal for home, gym, or office use.

Photo: Robert, GIBBON founder, on an early slackline (2007)

2024

World Market Leader

The inaugural SlackBoard World Championship brought together top athletes and enthusiasts of all skill levels from around the world. Competitors showcased their abilities on the SlackBoard, demonstrating incredible balance, coordination, and agility in diverse and thrilling events.

2024

World Market Leader

GIBBON's slackline set soared to success, selling 60,000+ units in year one.
The product quickly gained traction with major retailers like Intersport and Globetrotter.

Photo: The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

Photo: The most sold product in the Lufthansa Miles and More Catalogue

BALANCE TRAINING RESOURCES

GET THE MOST FROM YOUR BALANCE TRAINING

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GIBOARD exercise cards

Featuring over 40 balance-boosting moves, you'll be jumping higher, moving faster, and improving your flexibility in no time.

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GIBBON Balance App

Perfect for beginners who are just getting started, these videos are designed to teach you the basics of balance, stability, and core strength.

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