[Longfins]

My spider sense is tingling that this may erupt into THIS-versus-THAT thread, so I think I should comment first that the two pictures should be regarded as starting points in the learning process. I have been taught to perform UW rescue one way and am proficient at it, and for the first time I saw another method being taught. Which way is better? I don't know until I've had some practice with my crew. On that I think most everyone has been taught one 'best' technique. That's also why I labeled the photos as 'styles' instead of 'method': If you are proficient at your technique, it should make little difference time-wise how the blackout-ee reaches the surface.

Having said that, who here uses what style? How quickly can you execute it? Mono or Bifins? How often do you practice it? (Me: Style 1*, within 2-3 seconds max I'm on my way, both kinds of fins, average twice a year)

Overall, I think blocking the mouth is good (common in both techniques) as it tries to minimize the consequences of the worst-case scenario (terminal gasp / water inhalation) that happens some minutes after the blackout.

As Michael said, if there are other methods / styles, please add to our knowledge and discussion.

Peter S.

* I've renamed the photos so it's more neutral.