As we slip into week 7 of winter, 44 swimmers have already qualified for
the Winter Badge and a remarkable 689 are on target! Whether it was to edge closer to that badge or perhaps a milestone on the Pacific Challenge, today, 100 hardy B&B swimmers notched up another swim.
Including one Newbie!! Welcome to the squad.
There is excitement in the squad as announcements of ‘hitting the 20’ are
proudly proclaimed. However, dear swimmers, there is also a dilemma preying on
the minds of some who have qualified for the WWW; to suit up or stay neoprene
free.
The rules are clear – 20 swims will get you a badge – but do you don the
suit for the 21st swim and those thereafter? While it complies, is that the ‘spirit’ of
the WWW badge?
It may have been drizzling, and less than inviting, but the golden
sunrise spot on 7am signalled it was time to hit the water to gather at the
point.
Speaking of the point; John and
Lesley were feeling a little lonely as they appeared to be the only ones
actually AT the point. The rest of the
squad was half way to Shelly!!
The water is cooling, having dropped a degree in the past week, but it is
not an even temperature across the bay. It is a bit like when the water in your
shower doesn’t quite blend and there are warm and cold bits. Most definitely a big cold bit around
Shelly!!
After a birthday celebration, Elaine called the ‘Let’s Go’ so we could move numb limbs back into action.
So why do you swim? Could it be for the challenge of getting changed in public?
Nick, Stephen
and photographer Giles are compiling a book and they would love your answer to
that question for inclusion in the book.
Did you leave your cap and goggles near the roller door this morning? Are these yours? They will be waiting for you tomorrow.
For your Diary
Themed as The Great
Gatsby with a Touch of Pink, enjoy a night out with your fellow
swimmers at the cinematic home of Jay Gatsby, the old St Patrick’s Seminary in
Manly (now the International College of Management).
Be transported back to the 1920’s with the theme of The Great Gatsby with a touch of Pink.
You will enjoy a night of fun and entertainment for $85, which includes
a 3 course meal and drinks throughout the night.
Tickets are on sale and selling fast so head to: https://bnbball.arrangemyseat.com/ and book your ticket. Gather your friends, select your table and
choose where you want to sit when you register.
Any questions? Ask Stephen, Nick,
Krystyna or Snorkles at any swim!
Staying safe
With the return of the winter swell, 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. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe
in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.
Keep on swimming – it is so good for you.
Mary
The Stats
Regulars: 100
Newbies: 1
Doublers: 1 – or they were very late starting!!
Temp: 17.6 degrees
Sunrise: 7.00am
Sunset: 5.01pm
33 comments
Mark
09/07/2013 at 12:27 pm
Hi Ian and co!
Jasmine and myself swam this am but were running late and missed the all important tick.
She asked me to see if she could be added…… For the kiddies you understand …., and if you could see your way clear to add a “w” for me tat would be appreciated too.
Cheers
Jasmine and Mark
Paige
09/07/2013 at 12:33 pm
Hi guys! I swam today and ticked my name off on the list (with a ‘W’) but somehow it hasn’t been counted. Can someone please add me for today? Thanks, Paige
fifi
09/07/2013 at 12:42 pm
DOH!
Back to bad habits, and forgot to sign again, Ian…could you tick me please? Looks like we areall forgetful today.
I think winter without wetsuit badge should mean just that…winter without a wetsuit, not 20 days without a wetsuit. Thats silly!
just sayin’….
lesley
09/07/2013 at 1:15 pm
onto it Mark…totally understand it’s “for the kids”! 😀
lesley
09/07/2013 at 1:16 pm
blimey – you lot are hopeless!!! 😉
All done !!
Nicolee
09/07/2013 at 1:21 pm
Do like the picture ‘At The point’! there should be more of them 🙂 good one J and L
Nicki B
09/07/2013 at 1:27 pm
I also ticked (or ‘W’d) today but not showing on attendance… (even though I only swam halfway!) Could you please add me too Lesbubbles? Thank you x
As for wetsuits… I can’t wait to put mine on next week! You can keep the badge, I am just doing 20 swims for Robbie’s charity then I’m done!! 🙂
lesley
09/07/2013 at 1:35 pm
ahem..just so you all know… whist Ian is away the attendance is not being uploaded everyday straight after the swim…. sometimes it will be later in the day…
Scrooge McDuck
09/07/2013 at 1:36 pm
Fi
I agree, the spirit of WWW means without a wetsuit, not 20 swims without a wetsuit. Also I think no tick should mean no swim. Those that don’t tick need to take responsibility for their actions. And while we r at it, anyone not wearing a pink cap and pink cosies shouldn’t be credited either. Goggles! we weren’t born with them, throw them away.
Namby-pamby welfare state!
elizabeth
09/07/2013 at 2:17 pm
where do I put my comment for the photo book?
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 2:18 pm
Absolutely, I agree with you Mr Scrooge.
While you are at it, it has come to my attention that some of us have been ticking without swimming. Absolute insult.
To make a further insult, doing so while ticking with a W while wearing a wetsuit.
I believe it is detracting from the coveted badges we all strive for.
Where are the integrity police when needed?
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 2:24 pm
Lesley, I swam yesterday but due to an ear infection, I could only do breast stroke.
I also have a sore knee and did not trust getting out of my depth.
I have a cut foot and my doctor told me to not get sand near it.
I did go down the ramp though but I forgot to tick.
I was not wearing a wet suit so if you could fix my record up for yesterday that would be great.
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 3:59 pm
Sorry forgot to ask, Lesley how do I get my image up on the wall of fame?
Harold Holt
09/07/2013 at 4:01 pm
Bobby Binstead you are a pillar of the community!
g#
09/07/2013 at 4:08 pm
Anybody else wondering if today was Groundhog Day ?
Scrooge McDuck
09/07/2013 at 4:28 pm
Binsy, (if I may call you that) looks like we’re two minds so alike, its scary!!!
Binsy, regarding the Integrity Police, I agree, where are they? Seems to me bins, there are many factions within the B&B that would like nothing more than belittle the Integrity Police and thwart their efforts to keep the whole leaky ship on an even keel!
Binsy, I noticed a certain pommy JK embarrassed both the hardworking DWSS and never-sleeping John.S by questioning their honesty by getting them to do the ‘lets go’ from Shelly to ensure they actually swam, taking them away from their more important duties and services to our community.
Tall poppy syndrome if you ask me, Binsy, tall poppy syndrome!
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 4:30 pm
Fifi
Thats a funny name,
knew a lemur named Fifi once.
Lips
09/07/2013 at 5:29 pm
Mr Scrooge, I’m all for enforcing a strict code of ethics around the winter badges. However, let’s think this through:
If we close the sneaky 20-swim-loophole for the WWW badge and enforce a real ‘all-winter’ without wetsuit, would we not encourage WWW wussies to show up for the first 20 swims / 7 weeks and stay away for the rest of winter thereafter?
Or worse, WWW wussies would return and sign in under fake identities to continue swimming in the comfort of their wetsuits. Potentially resorting to fake moustaches and the likes, only to avoid putting at risk their already earned WWW badges.
No one in their right mind would want to encourage such behaviour!
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HKTQ
09/07/2013 at 5:40 pm
Oh, Mr B, you’re beginning to sound very, very like our other friends – turn up tomorrow and we’ll introduce you to your identical twins, Storchy & Shady Shauny!
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HKTQ
09/07/2013 at 5:43 pm
Write it on a scrap of paper (a corner of the attendance sheets or a Bluewater serviette). Write ‘Blogger Nick’ on top and give it to anyone in a faded pink cossie or ugg boots!
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HKTQ
09/07/2013 at 5:49 pm
Just ask her to add one of her bloated pics on file of Storchy or Shady Shauny or a composite of both would work well!
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HKTQ
09/07/2013 at 5:52 pm
The single doubler was Joe Earl…. When I saw a bag left after changing, for a moment I thought someone was swimming slower than me:-)
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 6:13 pm
Dear Mr Lips
This would make the mornings even more interesting.
Trying to spot those imposters who sign in under fake names would be great fun.
I must say though, receiving a winter without wetsuit badge while wearing the rubber is perplexing.
It does sound like something you would support Mr Lips!!
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 6:19 pm
Hi Sarah
I have met John and Shaun. They were very welcoming when I had my first swim.
Encouraged me to don the pink cap and take on the ocean.
The whole group of pink cappers are great.
DWSS
09/07/2013 at 6:26 pm
Oh Sarah,
Ill introduce you to Rob tomorrow.
I’m sure he may be interested in your comments. Haha
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HKTQ
09/07/2013 at 6:40 pm
That’ll be fun! He’s obviously spent a lot of time hanging around with you:-))
Rob Binstead
09/07/2013 at 7:13 pm
Joe Earl, sounds like a dodgey name made up by a dodgey HKTQ or Mr Lips to sell contraband. And that bag is my colostomy bag. Please don’t make fun of me.
You pink caps are certainly an all embracing crowd but best not embrace too hard or the bag may break!
Being a newie, can anyone fill me on how Mr Lips earned his name?
DWSS
09/07/2013 at 7:27 pm
Certainly Rob
The celebrity formally known as Rainer was at one of his A list parties when he was approached by the plastic surgeon to the stars. The celebrity formally known as Rainer then had a misshap with the botox procedure when after repeated requests for bigger Lips, more, more, before he Doc refused.
The rest is history.
The best excuse he could come up with was a wrestle with a gaint Jimble at the boat shed.
Lips
09/07/2013 at 8:12 pm
Thanks DWSS. I have nothing to add. Your depiction of events is 100% accurate.
Why don’t we also recap how you’ve ended up with your blog alias DWSS?
As I recall, it was 5:45am on a chilly September morning and you were on your way home from one of your legendary mushroom sessions, still intoxicated by something you would later refer to as Conocybe Siligineoides. No one knows exactly how you ended up in the water that morning, however, your colorful stories of dancing mermaids, prancing unicorns, and, yes, mating dolphins have been part of the B&B folklore ever since..
fifi
10/07/2013 at 9:22 am
ha ha, yes you two are both right. Where are the integrity police indeed?
And ok, so I didnt tick yesterday…but there was no tick sheet I could find in the pitch black. I shall ensure I carve my tick into the bricks next time.
fifi
10/07/2013 at 9:23 am
That’s pretty impressive! I’ve never gotten personal with a lemur, let alone one with such a splendid name!
fifi
10/07/2013 at 9:26 am
Joe Earl is real, and he is my very trustworthy friend. Most trusty man in the universe!
fifi
10/07/2013 at 9:27 am
I think you should be awarded a badge for “WEEING IN YOUR WETSUIT”