# Daredevil Tightrope Gatherings The International Highline Meeting Was Held at Monte Piana By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-30 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-highline-meeting References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/369620/Would-You-Sleep-On-A-Tightrope-That-Hangs-Across-The-Italian-Alps/) & [highline-meeting-monte-piana0.webnode](http://highline-meeting-monte-piana0.webnode.com/) Those who have a deep-seeded fear of heights might want to avert their eyes from these daredevil images of the recent [International Highline Meeting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-oceans-marathon). Held at Monte Piana this year, which is located in north-eastern Italy, the tightrope gathering allowed like-minded individuals to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Italian Alps as they hung precariously from a bright red rope. Whether walking across it or relaxing in the hammocks secured to it to rest and sleep in, people attending the International Highline Meeting were treated to an experience of a lifetime. Not for the faint of heart, the International Highline Meeting is meant for one thing and one thing only: to highline every day. Of course, this singular activity is supplemented by some other highlights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Extreme Sports Tourism:** The growing popularity of extreme sports tourism presents an opportunity for businesses to offer unique experiences to thrill-seeking travelers. - **Highline Gear:** The rise of highline gatherings and events presents a market opportunity for companies to develop and sell specialized highline gear and equipment. - **Outdoor Community Events:** The trend of outdoor community events, such as highline gatherings, offers opportunities for businesses to sponsor and participate in events that appeal to niche audiences. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Apparel and Equipment:** Companies that specialize in sports apparel and equipment have the potential to tap into the growing market of highline sports enthusiasts looking for specialized gear. - **Adventure Tourism:** The rise of extreme sports tourism creates opportunities for adventure tourism companies to offer highline experiences as part of their offerings. - **Event Management:** Companies specializing in event management can capitalize on the trend of outdoor community events by organizing and coordinating highline gatherings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Suspended Hanging Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardh-architect.md) - [Rock Climbing Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rock-climbing-festivals-the-north-face-will-host-its-climb-festival-at-nycs.md) - [Alpine Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-luxottica.md) - [Legendary Arena Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-gladiator-experience.md) - [Alpine Valley-Cliff Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bivacco-brdy.md) - [Dreamlike Weightless Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerial-flow-therapy.md) - [Riviera-Inspired Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-air-balloon-dining.md) - [Cliffside-Attached Rental Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliff-dweller-cabin.md) - [Stilts-Reading Suspended Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hole-with-the-house-around.md)