That ladies and germs is what we call a close one. Thankfully this dude didn’t end up upside down with his skis on, getting sucked facefirst into an icebound river.  Not worth the risk, don’t try this:

 

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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....