Pacific Jules

11/01/16 - Impossible, Possible, Irrelevant

We see ice cubes in a glass of water and consider them separate from each other.  But they, and the water they're floating in, are actually all the same.  This is because the water can be in three different states - solid, liquid and gaseous.

Swimming is only possible when water is in its liquid state.  If water is solid, swimming is impossible.  If the water changes to a gaseous form, swimming becomes irrelevant.

Now consider how challenges in life can go from impossible to possible and then to irrelevant and notice that the challenge actually stays the same.  The change has to occur in our state of being.

 

Welcome to the 13 newbies!  Mild swell today, small rip on re-entry to Manly beach.  Some of junk floating in the water but warm at 22.1 degrees...

BnB camera not working, so here are some borrowed shots that Paul Rainbow took (click to enlarge).

 

 

 

And a "BnB abroad" shot from Snorkles enjoying a beauty treatment in Fiji...

 

Kind Regards,
Andrew 'Magichands' Maher

Unique, gentle, Light Touch Chiropractic Manly - ask about VIP rates for BnB members

  

Stats:
Swimmers  128
Newbies  13 (woo hoo!)
Water temp  22.1⁰ C 

 

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

 

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits.  Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

Bold and Beautiful is owned and operated by Bold and Beautiful Swim Squad Pty Ltd.

Kind Regards,
Andrew 'Magichands' Maher

Unique, gentle, Light Touch Chiropractic Manly - ask about VIP rates for BnB members

  

Stats:
Swimmers  128
Newbies  13 (woo hoo!)
Water temp  22.1⁰ C 

 

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

 

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits.  Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

10/01/2016 International swimming day!

Mornin' all. Inner Westies here. Happy NY to everyone! Fabulous start coming across Anzac bridge. 

And team all together at last after summer trekking

We had at least three international swim champs today. 

Real VIP - Daddy Rainer! aka Werner all the way from Germany. 

Newby Holly from Liverpool UK! (with Sebastian from VIC)

 

My BAE from London! 

And some gorgeous swimming cosies today - first from Marion!

Jenny looking pink

Lovely ladies at Shelly

Fab frock from Celia

And howdy to Angela from Adelaide

Let's get swimming. It was gorgeous today. Summer at its best. 

 

Hi Michael!

So many of us today. Look how crowded Shelly is! 

And a GREEN cap. How did that happen ?!?

Back at the ranch.... hello to lovely Lisa, Daniel and Henrietta. Family gathering..

And another family - Shan and support team out for a swim

So all in all, a great summer swim. It doesn't get better than this. And in case you were wondering what the police boat was doing hanging around Shelly all morning, the car that someone pushed (?) over the cliff at Queenscliff yesterday was caught swimming in Shelly and promptly removed (or something like that). Eyewitness photo of excitment!

 

 So over and out from us. Lots of swimmers today and the water was 21.6. How gorgeous is that. 

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

Really important with the big waves we've had recently! Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

 

09/01/2016 - Spectacular Saturday Debuts!

On a welcome dry and bright Saturday morning with a balmy water temp of 21.5c (thank you, Master-Temperature-Tester John), this morning saw the debut of Smiley Mary (long-time-swimmer / first-time-blogger), newbie Danny (long-time-surfer / first-time-swimmer)....and some fabulous new swimwear c/o the A-Team. And after this week's 'interesting' weather, conditions couldn't have been better. 

Drinks, Bones, Dawson, Sarah & the 6.30am team were on sparkling form, raring to go:

 

 Meanwhile back at the tree, surfer Danny & fellow newbie Anthony got signed up and pinked up:

Fortunately, JP & Sterling were on hand to give the newbies their A-Team pearls of wisdom.....along with a sneak peek of their new Speed Slacks (TM & patent-pending):

Jenny, Richard & Henrietta brought some much-needed maturity - and gorgeous bright togs & broad smiles:

Ted & Blog Queen Lainey brought their support team member Fluffy Freddy:

7am, and in we all went...:

Waiting at the Point for the 'Let's Go':

After the 'Let's Go', newbie Danny - clearly auditioning for the A-Team - smashed it to Shelly, leaving Smiley Mary trailing in his wake. He won't be laughing next time when I confiscate his flippers:

Newbie Anthony made it to Shelly with smile intact:

Lovely (camera-shy) Sharne waiting at Shelly:

Kathy and 2015 Calendar Star Alan :

Limbering up for the return:

Let's go!:

And after a nice easy swim back, the regulars and the newbies - led of course by the A-Team - returned back up the ramp:

Apologies for no underwater shots, but a highly technical glitch (i.e. dead camera battery) plus cloudy underwater visibility stitched me up. Huge thanks to my trusty Blog Assistant James for coming to the rescue with his superb iPhone work. 

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Parking

B&B members do not have permission to park in any car spot or bay that belongs to the surf club. Please adhere to this rule. There is plenty of parking in the Council car park at no charge to you.

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

Really important with the big waves we've had recently! Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

The Stats

Regulars:    149

Newbies:     Quite a few

Temp:     21.5

Sunrise:   5.53am

Sunset:    8.10pm

 

Happy weekend, everyone!

Smiley Mary x

....learning the art of blogging from the Blog Queen Lainey herself:

 

Friday 8 January 2016 and blue skies at last

At last the rain has stopped. Much more enticing for a swim. But even if it is raining it is a great swim. Don't let the weather put you off!

I am not in NSW today so the blog will be short. The temperature yesterday was 20.8 and I wonder if, with the blue skies, it is Warner today.

Summer swims continue each Saturday with a 6km swim opportunity almost every Saturday (unless the beach is closed). There will also be another chance for a 10km swim before February so be prepared as there is a badge for each of these! Also for a select group there is a badge for a triple swim to Shelly Beach. That is a good swim too. If you have not tried these swims before , give them a go.

8/1/16 Waves & Sunshine

56 Swimmers today, the surf was up about 4-5 foot with clean waves so there were a few board riders about enjoying the fantastic conditions. Water was beautiful, close to 21 degrees.

You can see that the tide was high so it was quite a long swim out to the point today.

The 7am gang waiting at the point. The swim across to Shelly was a but "wishy washie" today with the increase in swell.

The 7am gang heading out, notice how high the tide was ....

Special thanks to Lainey for the beautiful pictures today. 

(I was standing in today and had a little bit of camera troubles).

What a great start to the day!

Enjoy the rest of  your day. 

Jenny :)

 

 

Parking

B&B members do not have permission to park in any car spot or bay that belongs to the surf club. Please adhere to this rule. There is plenty of parking in the Council car park at no charge to you.

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

Really important with the big waves we've had recently! Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

This Morning's Swim

 

 

 

 

 

And finally some hunks...

06/01/2016 - The Ocean to Ourselves!

Where were all you swimmers this morning, some of who have been grumbling about the swim being crowded??!!  It was big, beautiful, bouncy, exciting, dull, grey, cold but quiet today! You don't know what you missed! Not scared of getting wet I hope ;-)

Dangerous surf conditions so we all walked around to Fairy Bower...Most of us opting for a Shelly to the Point swim and back.

One of our almost original swimmers John, opted to go for a body surf (without his pink cap).

The 'Old and Bold' were training as usual. Their colour brightening up the bay.

And here are the motley crew that turned up today! Jenny on the left who loves being tossed around in 'the vim and vigorous surf' as she put it! Martin came 'because my alarm went.' Melisse staggered down the hill out of habit. Alan was really excited about easily getting a hook for his bag. 17 year old Courtney dragged her parents along from Castle Hill as she's triathlon training for the World Titles in Mexico and says it's so much more exciting than pool training. And Ted came because his wife was blogging so he had to... (Just joking, he loves it in the rain!!)

The walk of pride today as we were among the small bunch that turned up!

Richard did a Triple today as he shows with his fingers, (of Fairy Bower pool;-) 

Al, Brian, Rusty and John

John Bond takes the temperature at Shelly for a change... 20.3

A bit of blog tarting. No Lips around today :-(

Henrietta is having so much fun!Just look at that smile.

 Ken and Shelly 'kind of' did a Double. In at half way, out to the Point, rocks, Shelly and back again! Well done guys!

A photo of Silky again because 2 years ago today he came back to swim with us the second day in a row!

To prove how much Silky sought out human interaction, you can clearly see on the photo above how he nuzzles up to Helen!

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Parking

B&B members do not have permission to park in any car spot or bay that belongs to the surf club. Please adhere to this rule. There is plenty of parking in the Council car park at no charge to you.

 

Summer Badges

There are now three badges available for those swimming in summer:

# 1: Saturday 5 December kicked off the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

# 2: There is one 10 km swim in December, February and March 2015/16. The first 10 km swim was on Saturday 12 December. Watch the blog for details of the second 10 km swim, to be held in February.

# 3: Our new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (i.e. swim to Shelly Beach and back to The Point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season.

 

Really important with the big waves we've had recently! Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

 Have a great day folks!

Lainey

 

 

 

05-01-2016 - You'll Regret not Having Swum Today!

Another incredible, awesome experience this morning, swimming and playing with the lone dolphin during a Bold & Beautiful Swim Squad swim.

Oops sorry... that was 2 years ago today ;-) A memory popped up on Facebook and I couldn't resist it! Had to try and make those of you that were thinking of coming down and stayed under the bed sheets, think you had missed something special!!

That's the thing with this swim, it's always so unpredictably exciting you never know what's going to happen. It was a rainy, cold day a bit like today when around 43 of us swam with the whale for 45 minutes back in 2012!

This was what our favourite corner of the world looked like at 6.50am this morning!

Here are the Hard Cores who turned up as they knew it would very likely be the most exciting part of their day! We had swimmers as far away as Berowra, Castle Hill, Kings Langley, Baulkham hills and Avalon! Funnily enough a lot of the regulars within walking distance didn't make it!

The beach was closed and so we respectfully walked around to inspect Halfway. Shaun thought it looked a little dangerous (entries can be treacherous) so we walked to Shelly Beach.

Ros and Henrietta

We decided to swim to The Point and back.

It was bumpy but not too wild even just out from Shelly. It was very murky. For the first time almost ever.. I didn't see one fish! Not even Silky the lone dolphin!

Belinda sinking beneath a wave!

Anne Edwards was all smiles lightening up this dull day!

Some of the group. I reckon there were about 40 of us altogether.

John Bond led us in his push up session to keep warm and engage our core.

 Walking back we watched a few experienced swimmers coming back through the surf. Please remember to take your pink cap off if you really feel the need to do that when the beach is closed. We want to keep up the good relationship between Manly Surf Club and The Bold and Beautiful.

A few wise words on 'Swimming Etiquette' from the very respected, ex professional Lifeguard and esteemed Psychologist Jeff (With a J) Parsons...

When I was introduced into our B&B four years ago, I was told that swim etiquette was important in the group. I was told; don't kick if swimmers are near your feet, stop and ask the other swimmer are they ok when you run into someone no matter who you believe is in the right, and apologise regardless. Also stop and ask a stationary swimmer if they are ok when you pass. Two days ago when I was in the middle of the bay adjusting goggles, a swimmer in a fast pod stopped and asked if I was ok. Good feeling!  But, with increased numbers in our group, we need to talk more about swim etiquette and include etiquette guidelines for newbies. I write this after I have heard recently two stories about our valiant 70+ year old swimmers who were banged into and injured and then either abused or ignored.  We swimmers of the B&B are  better than this.

Swimming is an individual pursuit. The B&B encourages individuals to swim as a group. To keep the B&B the wonderfully rewarding group activity that it is, we need to encourage our members to know and practise group swim etiquette.   

We did hear a rather disturbing story from Bob Petterson's wife today. Bob was swimming his normal 7am swim last week and a swimmer going the opposite direction (with another coloured cap) hit him in the face and he ended up with a black eye and 3 stitches. It was an accident but the swimmer didn't say sorry or stop. We wish Bob well, one of our older, most humble and regular swimmers who has swum 1693 kms and is 10th on the Pacific Challenge.

Anyway folks ... Most of us do look after other swimmers and stop and ask if people ok. The inclusiveness, friendliness and support has helped so many people to become more experienced swimmers and more proficient in the surf. We know it is so good for our mental and physical health and the absolute best start you can have to your day! So keep on coming, smiling and being kind to others!

Below are some funny or friendly shots (from other swims) as I didn't want to finish on a sad note!

Bikini swim

A B&B hug 

A parting comment from our favourite Scouser

A photobomb from Lesbubbs

A seaweed soak for Lips!

 ...and proof that Shady Shaun sometimes walks the swim!!!!

Have a great day!

love Lainey 

Summer Badges

More badges just for the Summer months:

You all know about the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

There is one 10 km swim each month over Summer 2015/16. Watch the blog for details of the next 10 km swim.

The new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (ie swim between Shelly Beach and the point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season and really want the pretty pink badge.

2016 Calendars are HERE!!

The 2016 B&B calendars are now on sale. Get your copy from Ian or management standin, any day at the swim, or order online HERE. This year the calendars are even more impressive in a larger A3 format, all for the same cost as last year – just $15 each.

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly!

While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

The Stats

Regulars:    48?

Newbies:     0

Temp:     21.1

Sunrise:   5.52am

Sunset:    8.09pm

 

 

04/01/2016 - Bumpy but Beautiful

  

These are the 6am swimmers heading in under cloudy skies this morning. The morning light was beautiful and the rain kept away until after all the swims! Numbers were down on the craziness of the last 2 weeks with around 150 swimmers and 9 Newbies. (That's totally a guess!)

The pic above shows conditions this morning. A little bumpy with a few waves going out. Not too rough though and a warm 21.5 degrees.

Jim brings his son along for a 6.30am swim today.

Sarah is almost up to 500 kms. I'm not sure if she did a double or not but we'll get ready with an arch and fuss tomorrow!

Booty Camp with Jen and Charlotte leading...

Sterls, Guy and Bruce sporting their new Christmas presents! 

Lisa and Monica hit by a wave!

Belinda before the wave

...and after! It's amazing how many documents need witnessing by JPs nowadays. Belinda Wightley is a lawyer, (a good one at that so I'm told), and is happy to offer a free JP service to B&B swimmers after the swim. Just call her on 0434995972 to make arrangements!

Hope you can spot yourself in the Shelly shots.

 Lovely Sophie, remember if you need a Marriage Celebrant she's your girl!

Shaun is doing a great job in the absence of Ian and JK. He warns us about the rip and the need to swim in wide away from the rocks. It's also Craig's birthday.

I loved Mark Mallinson's post on Facebook at the weekend. I've included it below. We are so lucky to see Manly Beach at it's best before all the crowds!

 And some fishy shots from a couple of days ago.

See which of our swimmers you can recognise below. Quite a few of us had a brilliant night NYE at the Skiff Club. Remember it for next year!
 

 

Summer Badges

More badges just for the Summer months:

You all know about the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer. (Not usually in January because of Carnivals but extending until March)

There is one 10 km swim each month over Summer 2015/16. Watch the blog for details of the next 10 km swim.

The new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (ie swim between Shelly Beach and the point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season and really want the pretty pink badge.

2016 Calendars are HERE!!

The 2016 B&B calendars are now on sale. Get your copy from Ian or management standin, any day at the swim, or order online HERE. This year the calendars are even more impressive in a larger A3 format, all for the same cost as last year – just $15 each.

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly!

While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

The Stats

Regulars:    170??

Newbies:     8 or 9??

Temp:     21.5

Sunrise:   5.49am

Sunset:    8.09pm

 Signing off

Lainey Loo (filling in for Simon and Andrew)

03/01/2016 - Cloudy with a Chance of Jimble

Heaps happening this morning. For starters, it was Leisa's and John's 500km. Thanks to Lainey for capturing the momentous occasion so beautifully.

Grey clouds as we started gathering. The kind of morning an Englishman would love. Or a jimble.

And indeed, there were reports of a few minor jimble encounters in the bay.

Undeterred, new swimmers still signing up in large numbers. Like Naomi, who went for her second swim with us today. And doubled!

Not so new but still good for a photo - Tim, John, Martin..

The ladies..

Happy Birthday Kathryn! (below, second from the left)

Just back from some serious cycling - Gillian and son Jonathan:

Drinks, much happier since quitting his day job: "I love waking up in the IRB. And there are free showers and toilets in the back!"

Yesterday's birthday girl, today's fish and chip paper..

The thing's people do to get on the blog:

Submarine. Rear view:

Dreamboat. Front view:

Ghost. Death stare:

Lyndall warming up for what would turn out a great morning for her:

Interim management conducting business. I don't care what everyone says, Shaun's an alright bloke. And that whole 'ticks-for-cash' story will blow over in a matter of weeks..

And so it begins:

Sarge, working it..

Not working - Louise's zipper:

Errol about to double high five me:

While generally struggling to stay afloat, Shaun did a wonderful job in keeping everyone together at the point this morning:

Nick was back from Japan:

Rusty never left:

Shelly crowd shots. It did take a bit of effort getting people to clown for the camera this morning. I blame the weather..

That's better..

Birthday girl Kathryn visibly enjoying her 'Happy Birthday':

And a kiss..

500km-Leisa joining Kathryn for a textbook 'Let's Go!':

Rusty taking off. The camera measured a staggering 230km/h. He came 65th:

If I had to pick 'Blog Tart of the Day' - it would be toss-up between Lyndall and Dr Patrick:

Leaning towards Dr Patrick actually..

Don't pay the ferryman until he gets to the other side..

Wilf waiting for the surfboat:

I think Kerry swam a 6.5km today..

Fun Fact #1: Marco informed me that monkeys, unlike humans, peel their bananas from the bottom.

The stem (the part where it is attached to the rest of the cluster) is the toughest part of the banana. Pinching the stem to get to the fruit is much more difficult than getting to it from the bottom. The monkey will choose the path of least resistance almost every single time if the banana is ripe. Monkeys deserve respect and admiration in this regard.

Lyndall shouting 'COFFEE' for Leisa:

Bill was being mocked for taking business calls on the beach before 9am:

Did you know Bill is a grandpa?

Over at the benches, Kendelle was sharing some kick-ass chocolate cake this morning:

I also met Jason and Kirby..

Fun fact #2: Kirby was named after the famous video game character Kirby, Star Warrior of Dreamland.

Take note, BnB Trivia Team!

In other news: Elaine decided to support today's swim blog by passing a wig around..

And in non-wig related news..

Finally, here is the official finisher photo from yesterday's 6km swim - bunch of legends:

The GPS doesn't lie - clearly indicating the mandated toilet breaks at 750m, 1.2km, 2.7km, 3.5km, and 4.3km.

Well done everyone! And well done Jeff for doing a Triple yesterday.

Have a great Sunday everyone.

Swell is forecast to pick up over the next couple of days. Stay safe, swim within your limits, and listen to the life guards.

Group Hug!
Lips x

 

Summer Badges

More badges just for the Summer months:

You all know about the 6 km summer badge swims. These are on every Saturday during summer.

There is one 10 km swim each month over Summer 2015/16. Watch the blog for details of the next 10 km swim.

The new badge, the Shelly Triple, involves a triple lap of Cabbage Tree Bay (ie swim between Shelly Beach and the point three times - total 3.5 km). This swim can be completed any day and should be logged on the i-log system. Since this is designed for those who are unable (or unwilling) to do the longer swims, this badge is only available to those who haven't completed a 6 km or 10 km swim during the season and really want the pretty pink badge.

2016 Calendars are HERE!!

The 2016 B&B calendars are now on sale. Get your copy from Ian or management standin, any day at the swim, or order online HERE. This year the calendars are even more impressive in a larger A3 format, all for the same cost as last year – just $15 each.

Staying safe

Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly!

While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

The Stats

Regulars:    There were lots

Newbies:     also lots

Temp:     21.5

Sunrise:   5.48am

Sunset:    8.09pm