Is Rafting Safe? Can or Should I Go Rafting? What Is My Inherent Risk?

How safe is it for me to go rafting? How safe is it to take grandpa and grandma rafting? Is rafting safe? Is it safe for non-swimmers to go rafting? Can I raft class IV whitewater? Should I stick to class II whitewater?
This video strives to explain the inherent risks individuals may bring to the river with them. Mental and physical health are both important factors that will impact your risks. Please watch, like, share the video and leave comments and questions.
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[@JohnnyHofferCL]

I respect your integrity! Hate to see how some companies prefer profit over safety/reality, but unfortunately I can't say I'm surprised.

[@FastFredRuddock]

Sadly I understand and could tell tales of much worse experiences during the past ten years. So many threats and past harassment I have received.

[@michaelgraham3572]

Straight talk from Fast Fred!

[@FastFredRuddock]

Thank you sir. I want to keep it real.

[@solonutiket564]

Too many people and outfitters take it for granted, it is not a disney ride.

[@FastFredRuddock]

¡De verdad! I would like to extend people the opportunity to make an informed decision.

[@MelloYellow2099]

lol love how that guy does not realize how seriously you take his safety and your job of getting him back in one piece. listening to him yell into the side of the boat as you're doing everything you can to not lose him to the current..just lmao. it's like babysitting....they don't have to like you, they just have to be alive and in one piece when the parents get back haha.

[@GearGarageTV]

Thank you for making this video

[@FastFredRuddock]

I almost feel I should re-release the original. I want to raise awareness. I plan to do more videos on this and related subjects.

[@aaronjones1871]

Great video Fred. I know my limitations and at my age rafting is something I should not be doing.

[@FastFredRuddock]

All good Aaron... I just want people to be happy

[@FastFredRuddock]

Video is provided purely for context. Don't get hung up on it. The point is not everyone should be rafting. Additionally PFDs do not fit everyone no matter how hard the guide tried. Those that seek to state otherwise clearly care more about their personal greed and bank accounts than the safety of others.

[@randyboisa6367]

Sick tatts bro💯