Introduction

You step up onto the yellow nylon band, arms flailing as you try to catch your balance. Eyes locked onto the end of the line, you can’t seem to get a solid feel in your step. Slacklining came into my life about a year and a half ago when we met in a Colorado climbing gym. I loved it right away, and bought one within a couple months after my return. Ever since, (except for the winter), I’ve been trying to get out on my slackline whenever I have the time and motivation. I’ve been pogo sticking all my life, but it wasn’t until last Christmas that I could bounce higher than a foot. And that quickly turned into about 4-6 feet. My Vurtego has allowed me to get way higher off the ground, as well as give me the airtime to try tricks. I’m not very good yet, but I hope to get there. So, crank your slackline tight, pump some air in your pogo stick, or do whatever odd sport you may do and tell me about it right here. I look forward to seeing what you come up with.

 

picture from personal collection