# Trick Tightropes The Gibbon Slacklines Provide a Way to Have Fun and Enhance Coordination By Chalaine Mantha | Published 2011-02-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gibbon-slacklines References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/tech/gibbon-slacklines.php) & [gibbonslacklines](http://www.gibbonslacklines.com/index.php) Gibbon Slacklines are quite similar to tightropes and can be very bouncy. They are used for sport and fun alike, and are an [excellent way to exercise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-pro). Gibbon defines slacking as "the act of balancing along a narrow, flexible piece of webbing usually low to the ground. Originating in the [climbing world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entwined-objects), it has become popular for [balance training](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-bench)." It is absolutely amazing what you can do on the Gibbon Slacklines. Take a look at the video for some jaw-dropping footage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Balance Training:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new balance training methods and equipment that incorporate elements of fun and sport. - **Outdoor Fitness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative outdoor fitness equipment and experiences that combine exercise with recreation. - **Extreme Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design new extreme sports activities and equipment that provide thrilling experiences and challenge participants. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fitness Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the fitness equipment industry by introducing unique and dynamic products. - **Sports and Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Disrupt the sports and recreation industry by offering unconventional and exciting activities. - **Adventure Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate the adventure tourism industry by creating adventurous and adrenaline-pumping experiences for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Workout Rope-Inspired Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zestup-zrope.md) - [Trampoline-Enabled Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekygo.md) - [Fitness-Inspired Backyard Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-playsets.md) - [Multi-Beneficial Fitness Trampolines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-trampoline.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Gamified Exercise Balance Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-balance-board.md) - [Sleek Tension-Mounted Gyms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensui.md) - [Bodyweight Training Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grease-the-groove.md) - [Outdoor Waterslide Drinking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-do-you-meme-slip-sip-flip.md)