Tightrope walking

Revobuzz · 2012-03-29, 02:55 PM

Planning on learning to tightrope walk.

I'm looking for any hints/help/tips etc on making a tightrope, what cable, how to tension etc and also any advice on how to learn.

If I get good I would like to ride unicycle across too, but need to build it and learn to walk first.

Hope someone can help.

BrickMan · 2012-03-30, 10:54 AM

I know one person that does tight rope. He is heavier than me and much older. Unfotunatly he lives 6 hours away. I have often wondered if riding a uni on the tight rope is that difficult the way its done on the rim fitting the wire or if its just the visual thing. Sometimes in performing the easier things get the best crowd reaction due to visual appeal and only the person performing can understand the true difficulty.

SalManilla · 2012-03-30, 10:30 PM

We use old 24" Schwinn unis with metal hoops welded to the inside walls of the rim to give a better fit to the cable. I'll try to remember to take some photos next week.

padst3r · 2012-03-30, 11:48 PM

I haven't tried without a tyre on but i think it would be easier because you wouldn't have to worry about slipping off the side or turning slightly.Heres a video of me riding one with a tyre, starts at 1:08

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - WEEK 2 - YouTube

Revobuzz · 2012-04-02, 10:26 AM

Thanks guys.

Awesome video! Totally inspired.

Anyone know what cable is best to make the tightrope from?

BillyTheMountain · 2012-04-03, 11:47 AM

wear the right shoes, and start with the rope close to the ground, not over any huge waterfalls

SalManilla · 2012-04-03, 03:16 PM

Hey Revobuzz,

As I said earlier, we are using old 24" Schwinns with metal hoops/rings welded to the rim (here's a couple of pictures). This helps strengthen the rim which takes a beating when it falls from the wire.

The wire we are using is 3/4 inch. I'm not sure what the tension is on the wire.

4umfreak · 2012-04-03, 03:40 PM

I realize it's not the same thing but have you tried slacklining? You can buy the required gear for about $40 and it's a lot of fun. Have a look on Youtube for how-to's and whatnot.

2012-03-29, 02:55 PM	#1
Revobuzz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: UK Posts: 20	Tightrope walking Planning on learning to tightrope walk. I'm looking for any hints/help/tips etc on making a tightrope, what cable, how to tension etc and also any advice on how to learn. If I get good I would like to ride unicycle across too, but need to build it and learn to walk first. Hope someone can help.

2012-03-30, 10:30 PM	#3
SalManilla Peddle Pushing Papa Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Highland, California, USA Age: 50 Posts: 180	We use old 24" Schwinn unis with metal hoops welded to the inside walls of the rim to give a better fit to the cable. I'll try to remember to take some photos next week. __________________ "Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions." -- Albert Einstein

2012-04-03, 11:47 AM	#6
BillyTheMountain Happy Wal-Mart Employee Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NYC, USA Posts: 11,447	wear the right shoes, and start with the rope close to the ground, not over any huge waterfalls __________________ While you and I are having our cake-and-ice-cream party, the others are having a drink-the-blood-of-the-poor party in the back room. --[QUOTE=maestro8;1433130]

2012-04-03, 03:16 PM	#7
SalManilla Peddle Pushing Papa Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Highland, California, USA Age: 50 Posts: 180	Hey Revobuzz, As I said earlier, we are using old 24" Schwinns with metal hoops/rings welded to the rim (here's a couple of pictures). This helps strengthen the rim which takes a beating when it falls from the wire. The wire we are using is 3/4 inch. I'm not sure what the tension is on the wire. Attached Images __________________ "Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions." -- Albert Einstein

2012-04-03, 03:40 PM	#8
4umfreak Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Age: 41 Posts: 644	I realize it's not the same thing but have you tried slacklining? You can buy the required gear for about $40 and it's a lot of fun. Have a look on Youtube for how-to's and whatnot. __________________ - 4umfreak █ 4u2c.it █ a simple, fun and free Url shortener with publishing to Facebook and Twitter. █ Geagle Search Engine █ a unicyclist.com inspired search engine. (kh longneak vs shortbeak)

2012-03-30, 10:54 AM	#2
BrickMan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Harrisonburg, Virginia Posts: 165	I know one person that does tight rope. He is heavier than me and much older. Unfotunatly he lives 6 hours away. I have often wondered if riding a uni on the tight rope is that difficult the way its done on the rim fitting the wire or if its just the visual thing. Sometimes in performing the easier things get the best crowd reaction due to visual appeal and only the person performing can understand the true difficulty.

2012-04-02, 10:26 AM	#5
Revobuzz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: UK Posts: 20	Thanks guys. Awesome video! Totally inspired. Anyone know what cable is best to make the tightrope from?

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