This is a faster, simpler way to rescue an unconscious surfer with a surfboard. It will show you how to quickly use your board to pick up a person and get them back to shore.

It’s developed by big waves surfer and fireman Peter Conroy in Ireland.

Big wave surfer Mark Visser explains how to hold your breath longer

This is how Laird Hamilton escapes underwater. He discovered this technique during his early days pioneering Pe’ahi, while trying to avoid breaking his leash. In that process, Laird developed a completely new way of handling hold-downs. This tip opens up a surprisingly effective, new underwater wipe-out escape route. Highly recommended to all who surf big, heavy boards.