A behind-the-scenes video has provided a preview of a HBO documentary about big wave surfers conquering Cortes Bank – about 100 miles off the California coast – and the team of expert Jet Ski riders critical to the mission.
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Behind the scenes: Jet Ski riders on Cortes Bank big wave surf
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Behind the scenes: Jet Ski riders on Cortes Bank big wave surf
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Behind the scenes: Jet Ski riders on Cortes Bank big wave surf
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