Sleaddventures

Backyard Thrills

When this Grommet arrived for testing, there was no shortage of volunteers. All the adrenaline junkies in our office wanted a chance to fly through the backyard on a zip line. Sleaddventure makes it easy with its all-inclusive zip line kits.

The company was founded five years ago after Nathan Sleadd, who was 15 at the time, got hooked on ziplining at Out’n’About Treehouse Treesort in his home state of Oregon. His grandfather gave him some of his old cable, and his grandmother -- who is the oldest zipliner Nathan knows -- pitched in, too. Working in his parents’ garage, Nathan put together a kit with all the necessary zip line materials and instructions and started selling it online. Nowadays, Sleaddventure operates out of a small warehouse, and Nathan receives his supplies by the truckload.

We heard about Nathan’s kits from frequent Grommet-spotter Liz Boksanski. The Viper Zip Line Kit includes everything you need to get started, including 1/4" cable, setup hardware and a Viper Pulley. The Viper Deluxe Kit has all that plus a 20' bungee braking system and clip-on seat. With either kit, all you need is a ladder, a wrench and a sense of adventure. But remember, every zip line ends with a tree so be careful (we recommend helmets).

— Julie

Like all products that require self-assembly, we recommend you follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure proper use of these zip lines.

Not available for shipment to Canada

Zip Line Kits:

• Suggeted Use: Small to Medium Backyard
• Cable Size: ¼”
• Weight Limit: 350 lbs
• Suggested Slope: 6'-8' of drop per 100' of ride
• Wrench must be used to install or remove pulley
• Viper trolley Integrated Handle Bar Design
• Available in cable lengths: 100 ft., 150 ft., and 200 ft.
• Tensioning tools not necessary however they are needed for 200' length

Viper Zip Line Kit:

• Package includes: cable, the hardware necessary for setup, and the Viper Pulley
• No Bungee Brake or Seat included

Viper Deluxe Zip Line Kit:

• The same as the Viper Kit plus a Boa Bungee Brake Kit, a Cobra Zip Line Seat, and a Jake Screw-Lok Carabiner

Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet:

• One-size-fits-most. 21-24 in. Weight:12.7 oz Black

Diamond Vario Speed Harness 

• Excellent one-size-fits most design
• Lanyard and carabiner for attaching included

Product Disclaimer: Activities involving the installation and use of zip lines, pulleys, harnesses, braking systems and other related gear are potentially hazardous by their very nature. Anyone purchasing, installing or using this equipment must: 1. Get proper training and instruction regarding its correct installation and safe use; 2. Ensure proper oversight, supervision and instruction (including the use of appropriate safety equipment) for themselves and others using the equipment; 3. Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and inspected for damage or wear prior to each use, and; 4. Assume all risks and accept full responsibility for any damage or injury, including death, that may arise from its use. Click here for Terms & Conditions.