Thanks Joe for good info.
Considering that I am called “crazy” jerry- boaters may not expect safety advice from me,
BUT – just because a person can make it down a class 3 St. Francis river at low water does not mean that they have solid class 3 skills.
Just because Joe stated there is no monster hole there, it is still big water and a mistake will result in a very long swim if your “team” is not able to get you immediately. If your roll is iffy, this is not a good place to practice. I advice that a person does not go solo, and DO NOT take beginners here.
Joe Sartori made it sound easy, but he is an expert boater. Not everyone is qualified to boat there. Be careful.
crazy? jerry