Water safety teams are undoubtedly the unsung heroes of the big-wave world. They receive none of the glory, yet still put their own lives on the line when things go wrong. And whether it's a Big Wave Tour event or just another massive swell, water safety is perhaps the most valuable asset to any big-wave session. In this special TAG Heuer feature, a few key players from the big-wave community explain why an adept water patrol can literally be the difference between life and death.