A couple of Russian potato farmers discussing the hot weather…
The Australian Olympic Cycle Team has had it’s funding for the 2016 Games cut…
And probably the highest Black to skin ratio this year on the way in…
006.5 again….
Jalna’s birthday was sung in record time though….
…and she did the “let’s go”
plenty of trevally….
James Pittar
James Pittar is a blind marathon swimmer and he is swimming 12km from
Long Reef to North Steyne via Shelly Beach. He would love for 100
swimmers to join him for the last 2km (From Shelly Beach to North Steyne
Beach) and raise funds and awareness for The Fred Hollows Foundation.
His condition caused him to go blind when he was in his 20’s but he
knows how many people are out there in the world that are needlessly
blind.
Further details can be found in the link below:
http://www.hollows.org.au/news-media/james-pittar-swim-sight
Manly Relay For Life 2013! This Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th September, 2013
Keirle Park, 277 Pittwater Road, Manly
2pm- 8.30am
BnB Swimmer Jenny Menzies has registered Bold and Beautiful as a team to make it easy for anyone who wants to join her.
Also the good news is her team is only to be there from 2pm – 5pm to wave our flag.
Anyone who has a query, please contact Jenny Menzies 0413 886 557 orjennym@nswcc.org.au and here is the link to our team –
http://relay.cancercouncil.com.au/2013/manly_2013/Bold-and-Beautiful-Swim-Group/
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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
Migaloo
09/08/2013 at 11:32 am
I’m in the news today baring nothing! 🙂
http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/gallery-fnihsrf2-1226692958692?page=1
lesley
09/08/2013 at 11:38 am
yeah defo Shaun slacking off – caught on camera!! – a little like the other day as he turned back from the point!! 😉
Great underwater shot of Krystyna and Kara and cuddling rays!
Happy Birthday Jalna! 🙂
Lainey
09/08/2013 at 12:11 pm
Great blog as usual Nick. This was the first week since December that Thursday wasn’t one of the best days of the week> Beautiful today and so nice swimming back leisurely with Aly and Annie looking for elusive sea creatures.
Happy Birthday Jalna, that cake was amazing, sort of light and rich at the same time!
Have a great weekend folks!
John. S
09/08/2013 at 12:25 pm
Interesting Shaun pose, slacking off, now I know why he’s always at the end of the line, just out of eyesight!
Thanks Nick for the heads up……
Nurse Jalna, have a wonderful day with lots of fairy dust and happiness.
😉
Rusty
09/08/2013 at 12:30 pm
Amazingly clear water at the moment and loads of interesting marine life.
Just breathtaking.
Nicolee
09/08/2013 at 1:21 pm
Looking forward to Migaloo visiting the BnB swim crew 7am preferably 🙂 Happy Birthday Jalna 🙂
ros
09/08/2013 at 1:23 pm
Looks like a great swim today – I’m sorry I missed it! But it’s wonderful to catch up on all the action (or INaction … yes, I’m talking to you Shaun!) via the blog.
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 1:25 pm
FANTASTIC blog Nick!!!
Thanks for the timing of that photo.
You caught me in transition from a side plank to a one legged side plank.
I chose this position so I could monitor the others to keep the integrity real!!
I guesse you could say the integrity police were on the beat again, yes.
Thank Lesbubs for your support 🙂
Yes you caught me turning North for a late bolderdash. 🙂
Happy birthday Jalna. Your a legend!
Great photos team, can’t get enough of this clear water!
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 1:28 pm
I was just checking to make sure you had the right technique fancy pants. 🙂
Nurse J
09/08/2013 at 1:50 pm
Thanks everyone for my birthday splashes and wishes!!
Such a nice swim this morning.
Shaun I thought you were just watching to make sure everyones form was right, injury prevention first and foremost. They should be thanking you.
John.S
09/08/2013 at 2:00 pm
Not you on the take too Nurse J?
;-(
Snorkles
09/08/2013 at 2:02 pm
How do we get in on Storchy’s slack Camp?
Slow Ian
09/08/2013 at 2:04 pm
DWSS, at least you made it as far as Shelly Beach after your workout. I think it’s a good strategy to conserve your energy for the swim. A certain other person did not even make to the POINT!
The Real DWSS
09/08/2013 at 2:07 pm
Lesley, DWSS & John
I’ve been caught out!
And I know by cheating others I’m really only cheating myself!
I’m sorry.
Slowest Ian, please deduct 50 kms from my Pacific Challenge.
lesley
09/08/2013 at 2:35 pm
Hi Everyone re: end of blog talking about James Pittar.
I did it with Jules and quite a few others last year and it was great ! especially the feed at the end! 🙂
The details are:
James will start his swim from Long Reef at 8am and arrive at Shelly Beach at approximately 11.30am. He would love swimmers to join him for the last two kilometres from Shelley Beach to North Steyne Surf Life Saving Club.
Swimmers will enjoy a delicious BBQ, hosted by North Steyne SLSC to celebrate Swim for Sight 2013.
…………
So basically we swim from Shelly around 11.30 am to North Steyne!! We can do it!
lesley
09/08/2013 at 2:40 pm
and the date of it is Sunday 22nd September!
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 2:45 pm
Grrrrr mr “Real DWSS” John, you forgot to change your email address before jumping on my persona. Isn’t it coincidental that you have the same avatar as John S
Haa haaa Mr Real DWSS.
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 2:48 pm
Ill send you a message on fb Snorks.
John is not a trainer but he pretends to be.
We are just a group of friends gathering on the beach.
There is no beach safety provided.
If you require assistance, your on your own. Sound familiar?
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 2:49 pm
Thank you Ian. Great to see you on the beat!
I must remember to deputise you on of these days.
DWSS
09/08/2013 at 2:52 pm
Thank you Jalna, yes correct, I can count on the opinion of a real health professional like yourself to read the REAL situation as presented by the photo.
I was also in transition to a one legged one arm side plank with a twist,
Now GET back to your birthday!
LSA aka HKTQ
09/08/2013 at 5:15 pm
…and another later birthday wish! Love the pics of you in the splash!
LSA aka HKTQ
09/08/2013 at 5:20 pm
Nick, (assuming you’re the blogger and not James Pittar!), incredible pics! Specially love pic 3 with the pink blobs, the one of mum and daughter diving into the blue and Mrs PJ, along with birthday girl already mentioned….
Thx for sharing!
LSA aka HKTQ
09/08/2013 at 5:24 pm
Yeh, I already warned you about Shauny’s boot-camp antics and ‘variations’.
And Storchy, was it you who struggled again to get to the Point after your work-out?
John. S
09/08/2013 at 5:35 pm
I did jump in today and not swim to the point but as usual did not tick.
Not sure who Slowest Ian is referring to…..
One other from booty camp also didn’t swim to the point but her integrity is unquestionable.