A group of Pranksters gave out 2,000 high fives by standing next to a subway escalator during the morning rush. Five additional pranksters spread out along the adjacent stairs, holding signs that prepared commuters for the upcoming high five fun.

 

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People on the further escalator watch the high fives

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Rob executed a few “double high fives” when people passed up the steps

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They lasted 45 minutes, staying through the bulk of the morning rush. On overage Rob passed 2,700 people and calculated that around 75% of commuters played along.

Get more inspiration for group dares here: http://improveverywhere.com/2009/02/09/high-five-escalator/

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