What an amazing swim this morning. With the water temperature climbing over the last couple of days is was a leisurley paddle in the water this morning, even for the people wearing wetsuits. My feet didn’t even get cold so that’s a good indicator of the warmer temps.
The early sunrise and warmer temps are bringing everyone to the beaches. There are people out and about jogging, riding, yogaring, swimming, walking etc. It’s great to see so many people out making the most of the beaches.
Such a bleak start to the day but it kept us warm under all of those clouds. It always makes for a good photo. Where’s the surf?
oh Sarah, Sarah, Sarah. Some of us barely make it here in the mornings but manage to scrape ourselves up and always enjoy the swim.
Beware of the crabs. We heard that Bella got crabs again. 😉
Ian finally gets a cuddle today, although I am not sure if he is more interested in what Nick & John are doing. Seriously guys what’s so intersting that can distract Ian from cuddles? Do you even have a top on Bella?
I always enjoy watching everyone to stay dry for the longest amount of time possible. Even if the water is warm. Getting in is always the hardest part of the swim.
Michael breaking through some of the small waves we had today.
Stephen, helping Bella get wet this morning. Don’t think Krystyna is up for any of that…
Congratuations to Brad who reached is 500km this morning. Hmmm, did he swim to Shelley or walk today. Does that count?
Corrine & Rainer taking their time to avoid the peak hour rush turnaround at Shelley.
With the murky water this morning, i didn’t really get any great underwater shots so I though that I would share some of of underwater shots from Maui Hawaii from my recent trip. I hope that you enjoy as much as I did.
Stats
Swimmers: 155
Newbies: 6
Water Temp: 20.1 degrees
Sunrise: 5:43am
Sunset: 17:52pm
Renae
Special Event – Monthly Dinner – Bluewater Cafe – Next Tuesday 1st October
At our monthly dinner next Tuesday night at Bluewater Cafe at 6.30 pm we will be launching the new B&B Attendance App! If you are tired of waiting in the queue to tick your name off, then the App is an exciting development. We will have a presentation to show you how you can log on from your phone/computer before you swim, without having to tick. Come along and find out all the details.
The dinner is also a great chance to catch up with your B&B friends at an informal gathering. The cost is excellent value at $20 for two courses, with $5 drinks, $5 desserts and no corkage for BYO wine. Bluewater also now offers $25 special meals in addition to our standard $20 deal.
Bookings are essential so book early HERE to avoid disappointment, as numbers will be limited to 100. Remember, the latest batch of 500 and 1000 km badges will also be presented, so it should be a HUGE night.
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.
18 comments
Inez
24/09/2013 at 11:20 am
Nice photos Renae, and thanks for providing a great temperature to swim in, very comfortable.
Nicki Brake
24/09/2013 at 12:06 pm
Great photos!! Especially love your sign-off shot – gorgeous mermaid!! xx
izzy
24/09/2013 at 12:21 pm
I did a double!!!!!!!
Renae Fowler
24/09/2013 at 12:22 pm
It was a nice day for a double Izzy.
Renae Fowler
24/09/2013 at 12:22 pm
Thanks Nicki. How was your Birthday?
Nick D
24/09/2013 at 12:31 pm
Great work Renae 🙂
Congrats to the Blog Tart of the Day: Bella’s bottom
John.S
24/09/2013 at 12:39 pm
Renae
love the images of Maui, however I’d seen that ray shot and also one ray at Shelley this morning. Thinking your camera lies, it didn’t have spots before I’d read the caption!
Nicki B
HAPPY BIRTHWEEK!
I hope you can swim tomorrow for a birthday ‘lets go’. I must say you look sooo young for 45, whatever you are doing is working!
Binsey mentioned he’s flying you, Shaun, he and me up to Berowra Waters by plane for lunch, Saturday. How generous is this guy!!! THANKS BINSEY.
the loose lemur
24/09/2013 at 12:46 pm
Bella’s baby blue bouncing brazen bottom
alliteration
Dolphin Whisperer
24/09/2013 at 1:44 pm
Thanks Binsy
Was that for another bachelorette episode?
Dolphin Whisperer
24/09/2013 at 1:47 pm
Great blog Renae. I love the contrasting colours in your sign off pic!
Congratulations B-Rad 500k awesome!
Interesting that both you and the Forster Fem are now patrolling for the integrity police.
Well done and keep up the good work!
Did you see Lippy exit at 1/2 way again?
John
24/09/2013 at 3:39 pm
Renae those great turtle pics brings back memories of the trip with other BnB swimmers to Maui last year. Just beautiful waters to swim in.
Lips
24/09/2013 at 3:58 pm
Slander!!! You will hear from my lawyers, Dolphin Boy..
Renae Fowler
24/09/2013 at 4:35 pm
Hey Rainer,
Any chance you can do the blog on Saturday. I have a triathlon on. If you could help out that would be great.
Nurse J
24/09/2013 at 4:59 pm
Go Izzy!!!
Alyson
24/09/2013 at 5:47 pm
Well done Izzy!! Go girl!
Lips
24/09/2013 at 5:53 pm
Sure. Saturday blog will be in safe hands with me..
Muahahaha!!!
Jane
24/09/2013 at 6:11 pm
It’s always nice to have a double Izzy, even better than one Izzy.
Renae Fowler
25/09/2013 at 9:37 am
Thank you so much Rainer. I am sure you will have a ball with it and I can’t wait to read the blog. Thanks