Robert Käding
Founder and CEO
Founded GIBBON in 2007 and made slacklining easy with the first simplified slackline kits.
“The SlackBoard wouldn’t exist without Caroline bringing it to the clinic and providing her input.”
Our story
Built by a slackliner and a physical therapist
GIBBON started in 2007 with a simple slackline kit.
- 2007Founded in Germany
- 1M+SlackLines sold
- 300,000+happy SlackBoard customers
- 100+countries
Meet the founders
A slackline pioneer and a physical therapist
When a slackline visionary marries a physical therapist, extraordinary things happen.
Caroline Käding
CEO of Medical SlackLine Concept
A physical therapist who brought the SlackBoard into the clinic.
“Robert’s experience in product development really helped bring my vision to life.”
Since 2007
Pioneers in balance training
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2007
GIBBON is founded
The first simplified slackline kits.
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2012
Super Bowl feature
GIBBON SlackLines featured at the Super Bowl.
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2017
1 million SlackLines sold
A movement in parks and backyards.
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2021
The SlackBoard launches
ISPO Product of the Year.
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2026
Solana Beach, California
A new home base.
How we designed it
Made to move with you
- A curved base that keeps your core working
- Adjustable line tension for every level
- Clean lines and natural materials
Loved in 100+ countries
A global balance community
From the Trickline Championship and Red Bull Baylines to backyard sessions everywhere.
Find your balance
The original slackline balance board, plus 100+ free videos in the GIBBON app.
- Returns policy
- 2-year warranty