Another beautiful morning to swim across to Shelly. Water visibility was stunning and the temp refreshing (MDP and many winter warriors having no issues without a wetsuit). Sun is starting to shine earlier, the BnB fam seems to be steadily growing in numbers each morning and the conditions were postcard perfect. I was happily reminiscing...

  Well, not in Manly but in some parts of the world winter swims are truly arctic. Today was a balmy 16.3 degrees (thanks as always Guy). After being out of the water for a week, I felt like I was heading in for an arctic swim this morning… Before the ‘point express’ could help me...

“Swimming is normal for me. I’m relaxed. I’m comfortable, and I know my surroundings. It’s my home.” — Michael Phelps Someone expanded on Phelps, saying: ‘Knowing the place where you belong is true happiness. When you realize that swimming helps you focus on what is important, it becomes a part of you. You can’t just...

This morning Mother Nature whipped up impressive conditions, for viewing. There were a few brave individuals swimming a shorter lane across from fairy bower; while the rest watched the sets rolling in, with coffee in hand. Have a nice start to the week all! Stay safe (and dry).

It was another blissful day in paradise; with captivating waves rolling in, welcoming winter sun stretching out and smiles on everyone’s faces! Today swimmers really earnt their bold status (everyone is already beautiful), with big sets rolling in at sunrise and a rather quick point express rip to contend with on the way back in....

Summary: What a day to be alive! It’s a long (normal 5 days) week for many, but statistically* a person is set to have a better week when it starts with a B&B swim; Temp: Water is a tropical 21.1 degrees (thanks Guy for the unwavering commitment to sharing the temp), with a sneaky refreshing...

One thing is for sure, Manly is a slice of paradise this long weekend. Sun is shining, water is warm and clearing up and the vibe around town is energising – holiday on the doorstep. With many heading away and many staying local, thought we would check in on the Bold & Beautiful ‘family’ to...

Manly turned on the great weather this morning, after what feels like an intense La Niña. The water was flat, sun was warm and Bold & Beautiful fam was out in force today. Many familiar faces and a few new ones (welcome!!!) congregating at the point before we headed to Shelly.     6:30 crew...

One of many topics of conversation this morning was alarm or natural wakeup? Regardless of what wakes you up, a B&B swim sends a lot of us into the day with the much loved buzz. Great to see the water is returning to it’s beautiful colour and visibility.   The big news is the ocean...

Chatting this morning looking at the waves crashing in, we were extra appreciative of what we have as the B&B swim is temporarily on a (weather driven) hiatus. Today’s conditions were again grey sky, rough sea and murky water. Locals are predicting the water could clear as soon as Wednesday, may it be true.   ...