# Extreme Ironing Sports For Adventurous Domestic Divas (And Men!) By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-11-17 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-ironing-yes-really References: [digg](http://digg.com/other_sports/Extreme_Ironing_the_Latest_Danger_Sport) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njHE4S-HD3I) Whether this is a joke or not, the images seem to prove it is really an activity some (crazy or really bored) people are undertaking in very serious way. I guess it means you get to wear a beautifully pressed shirt while enjoying the thrill or [adventure activity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mount-fitness) of choice. Honestly, I really hate ironing under the best of conditions, so I don’t think you will find me signing up for any of the [extra curricular iron activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zera-lab-launbot) as featured. Believe it or not, this has been around since 1997 and has spread around the world! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extreme Ironing:** A new leisure activity that combines the thrill of adventure with the mundane task of ironing, creating opportunities for innovation in both the adventure and textile industries. - **Unconventional Sports:** The rise of extreme ironing and other non-traditional sports and hobbies presents opportunities for disruption in the leisure and tourism industries. - **Adventure Clothing:** As extreme ironing requires specific clothing to ensure safety and comfort, there is potential for innovation in the outdoor clothing and gear industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Adventure Tourism:** Extreme ironing and other unconventional sports offer potential for growth and innovation in adventure tourism. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The unique demands of extreme ironing create opportunities for innovation in textile manufacturing and design. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The emergence of extreme ironing and other unique leisure activities offers potential for innovation in outdoor recreation and sports equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ergonomically Advanced Clothing Irons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-steam-iron.md) - [Ergonomic Circular Steam Irons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ironb.md) - [Dual-Fucntional Steam Iron Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darimeven.md) - [Space-Saving Garment Care Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-dualfunction-ironing-board-mirror.md) - [Pressurized Steam-Equipped Clothing Irons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressurized-steamequipped-clothing-iron.md) - [Flaming Fare Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaming-grill-dining-experience.md) - [Exploration Challenge Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-impossible.md) - [Handheld Garment Cleaning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-dry-cleaner.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md)