Morning all and Welcome to those who partook for the first time today. I got thinking this morning that there really is something therapeutic and addictive about salt water. When I work out what it is I’ll let you know. For the time being feeling good is enough for me.
This morning we were met with small half meter waves from the North East on a 7 second interval being pushed along by a 5-10 knot puff from the N/NE.
With an expected southerly change tonight we will see a build of southerly swell to 1m to 1.5m gradually overcoming the N/NE wind swell by Thursday though the next few days should be good for us with our southerly protection coming into play.
I could almost see the green haze from the first shot this morning.
It was a balmy warm morning that was shaping to heat up.
A few relaxing moves on the Yoga Mats this morning
Great conditions for a wakeup
Starters at the ready
Low tide shortens the swim
A bit of swell from the north
And away into the glare
And the Green room down below
A Light Nor Easter helped us into the cove.
Starters ready for the hike home
And home with another great swim behind us.
PS If anyone finds some black goggles in the ladies changeroom, they are Melissa’s. If you do see them could you hand into someone at the desk and she will pick them up Saturday. They look like this…
Wishing you all a great week ahead.
Cheers
Brian
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.
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.
6 comments
Lainey aka E-laine
12/01/2016 at 12:57 pm
Absolutely love your first photo especially Brian but all beautiful shots capturing the awesome swim completely. Dr Salt is definitely the best GP!
Nick M
12/01/2016 at 1:12 pm
Hi all. Lisa (Boyle) found Melissa’s goggles.
Did anyone pick up mine (and my pink cap!) by mistake this morning. They are new Aquasphere Kayenne goggles, clear plastic strap, tinted lens.
Thanks
Nick
Lisa
12/01/2016 at 1:12 pm
Beautiful photos! And yes I have Melissa’s black goggles. I’ll bring them tomorrow and give them to ‘the desk’
Brian
12/01/2016 at 1:35 pm
Thanks Lisa, thank you
Brian
12/01/2016 at 2:29 pm
Nice photo of Melissa!
elizabeth
12/01/2016 at 2:31 pm
Fabulous blog. Also, if you can fit it in, GIVE BLOOD. it does not take long and it is really helpful. I went today and the refreshments were very good.
Also I hope Gayle and Ian are back – they are due soon.