There was definitely something in the air this morning … and more of it in the water… read on…
It’s going to be 67.3c today as forecast by the BOM.. so what’s the first thing you should do?
Get down and join all the other crazy people (us)…
This is the 6:30 group.. there was about a hundred of them…
All the ladies were wearing their brightest cossies… right on ladies…
Dicey….
Kath..
Leisa…
Sterling….
Katrina….
Yeh Rosie that’s right …. pretty hot eh?
This is my Auntie – (Auntie Ann) who walks past most days and definitely thinks we’re all mad….
Good to see Dorset’s wife dressing him again… smooth mate…..
John was worried people might think he’s crazy for wearing so much Zinc…
(It’s got nothing to do with Zinc, Johnno)
There were some nice little waves requiring some low level strategy discussion…
Maybe a second cap might help….
Jules and her Kiwi mate headed off into the halfway mist
Technical Maneuvers Section:
“Photobombing a Newbie Pic while doing a blog”
Difficulty Level: “Expert”
STOP PRESS:
The “Real” B&B Calendar is now available from Lesley
Produced in beautiful white photocopier paper, this limited edition captures the B&B “warts and all”
It’s time to be real people, the weather isn’t always good, the water isn’t always clean, not everyone is a supermodel…
It’s time to “get real”
This is what REALLY happened in January……
Here we see “management” giving it the seal of approval….
OK enough talk… let’s get loose and into the water…..
Here we see management (after making some excellent approval decisions,)
diving through the waves with grace and authority…
Ladies and Gentlemen … today was nothing without this….
Taking great pics for the blog is about being in the right place at the right time….
If this pic looks a little faded…. they were actually fogging up the lens!
Don’t miss the new series of “The Bachelor” on Ten..
“Who will get the next rose?”
Yes Brendan.. I did feel the love today… enjoy your golf at Marrickville mate…
Have a great day everyone
Stats:
Swimmers: 190
Newbs: 15
Water: 20.9c
The B & B Christmas Party is on Tuesday 9th December at 6.30 pm in the Moonshine Bar (2nd Floor) at the Steyne Hotel. All swimmers and partners/friends are welcome. The theme this year is simply “Christmas“. So come dressed in your finest Christmas paraphernalia. There is no need to be shy, as we will have the whole bar to ourselves. The Steyne will provide finger food and pizza, with drinks at bar prices. Lots of fun and dancing guaranteed, with music by our own band “The Troubadors“, who have generously agreed to perform free of charge for us on the night. The cost is $10 per head, with all proceeds going to the running costs of the B&B. Our charity partner, the Royal Far West Children’s Home, will also be running a monster raffle on the night, so please come prepared to support them. Bookings are essential. Book HERE now! Don’t miss this fun event, numbers are limited.
B&B 2015 Calendar available now for just $15
On sale NOW!!
The B&B Calendar is the perfect item for the ‘hard to buy for’ person in your life. You can pick one up at the swim from Ian (cash only), or online – Click here – with an option to have it posted or collected from Ian.
Summer Swims
It is that time again! 007, or Mr November 2015, has announced the proposed date for the first summer 10K swim challenge is Saturday 13 December 2014. Watch this space for updates.
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. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.
24 comments
LSA aka HKTQ aka BQ
21/11/2014 at 12:18 pm
3 Questions;
1. Lesbubbs, why didn’t I make your cover page either? Never mind – Lainey is making an LSA calendar! Sure to sell like hot cakes!!
2. Dr John, does your girlfriend Sara read the blog yet? Will have to tell her what a great way it is to keep in touch with Manly life whilst away!
3. Prof Nick, how come you missed the real action at 5.50?…. The waves were HUGE at that time as we set off on our B’elly. Ask Elizabeth (not to be confused with Elizabeth X or Zab)! Great job, Elizabeth!
LSA aka HKTQ aka BQ
21/11/2014 at 12:22 pm
Love the colourful cossie ladies! Not sure how Sterling qualified in that category!
Actually, a really beautiful B’elly…perfect conditions out the back! Thanks for the great company, Lips, Jo, Claudia, Shaun & Elizabeth and also thanks to the Speedo guys waiting for us at Queensie….it’s really nice to see the group waiting and to meet up there like old times! (Take note 007!!)
Mary
21/11/2014 at 12:57 pm
A message about important event on Sunday!
“Robbie and family became Aussie citizens on 19 November in a ceremony at the Manly Council Chambers.
Lee Cooper is arranging a little Aussie brekkie on Sunday for him starting at 7am up on the silver seats near the bus shelter (the benches).”
Mary
21/11/2014 at 12:59 pm
And great to see that the restaurateurs of the northern beaches choose B&B! That is Giovanni Pilu in the photo below Lips and his alternative calendar!!
Shelly
21/11/2014 at 1:10 pm
Nice blog Nick !
love the shot of Lesbubbles ! with that hot Ian smiling in the background…. he’s cute !
Cya
Shelly
Management
21/11/2014 at 1:15 pm
He swam with his mate Miguel Maestre today.
lesbubbles
21/11/2014 at 2:08 pm
omg! waaaaaaaaaaaaaay too many photos of me arrghhhh! And Dr John’s GF has nothing to worry about.. look at my body language….can u believe I was pulling AWAY from him!
Nick D
21/11/2014 at 2:12 pm
Yeh – pulling away ABOVE the water…
roger
21/11/2014 at 2:24 pm
Fab action-set of shots in that wave sequence, Nick!
Lips
21/11/2014 at 2:25 pm
Great blog. Lots of scoops. Lesbutt and Dr. John.. priceless!
Good to see swimmers queuing up to buy the REAL B&B calendar this morning.
Beware of cheap imitations. Like the poorly printed, non-affiliated one with the snorkel girl front cover. It’s a fake!
Lips
21/11/2014 at 2:28 pm
Yes, lovely swim. Conditions so much better going to QC than in CTB this morning.
Thanks everyone for joining. Especially wetsuitless Shaun & Elizabeth. Legends!
Fifi
21/11/2014 at 3:06 pm
Ha ha good one Nick!
Fifi
21/11/2014 at 3:07 pm
Yeah, yeah, Lesley ….😻
Fifi
21/11/2014 at 3:08 pm
Thanks for the new cossies catalogue…so many prints, so little time!
LSA aka HKTQ aka BQ
21/11/2014 at 3:13 pm
Talking about Love in the Air, our very own Lainey Loo is Swimmer of the Day! Well-deserved even if she ran more than she swam:-))
I’m convinced Nick would never have got his romantic scoop if it hadn’t been for all that tireless work by LL!
DWSS
21/11/2014 at 3:39 pm
Sorry HKTQ – I’m claiming that one. Wingman!!!!
Sorry Lainey – your record is still in place.
Donut!!
Just sayin – Don’t question the DR and Pr Stats.
Congrats on swimmer of the day. Well deserved.
ros ex
21/11/2014 at 3:41 pm
Gorgeous photo of Rosie, with the every-patient Charley in the background. Just love those two!
DWSS
21/11/2014 at 3:45 pm
No Lesley – I don’t believe it – no
lesbubbles
21/11/2014 at 3:48 pm
lol no I WAS!!
DWSS
21/11/2014 at 3:54 pm
We are talking Dr John here are we not?
Right –
I believe you Lesley,
Nothing to worry about.
yup
🙂
DWSS
21/11/2014 at 4:02 pm
Thank you Mr Lippy – It was a great swim.
Great to see Retha back for a Bolder Shelly.
Elizabeth was a star. Great effort,
and thank you Elizabeth for being there to witness the second catfish to pay me a visit in a week.
It came up from the deep to look at me and stay looking up.
Bizarre happenings out there sometimes.
No Lainey, I am not the catfish whisperer.
Snorkles
21/11/2014 at 6:54 pm
Miguel is Elaine’s mate!
Simon
21/11/2014 at 11:38 pm
Nice one Nick
Lainey Loo
22/11/2014 at 3:11 pm
i really think ‘Catfish Whisperer’ is a title that suits you CWSS. After all everyone knows I have the photographic evidence which proves I am the only Dolphin Whisperer 😉