After a perilous ascent where nerve, sure-footedness, and quick judgment were needed every moment, they finally reached the summit of the mountain.
"Among the Canadian Alps"
Lawrence J. Burpee
Jack galloped on, trusting to the sure-footedness of his pony to avoid the dangers of the rough mountain trail.
"Jack of the Pony Express"
Frank V. Webster
To be prepared for them, we reloaded as we crossed the stream, trusting to the sure-footedness of our horses not to stumble.
"With Axe and Rifle"
W.H.G. Kingston