The banter before stepping off the plank is priceless.  Sometimes it takes encouragement, sometimes it takes a little razzing. Remember these are professionals and these are professional techniques for confidence building, do not try this at home.

Don't miss out!

Get the latest snow and mountain lifestyle news and entertainment delivered to your inbox.

This field is hidden when viewing the form
Newsletters
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....