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... Continue reading

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... Continue reading

“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... Continue reading

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). Continue reading

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... Continue reading

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... Continue reading

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... Continue reading

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... Continue reading

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... Continue reading

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,... Continue reading

What a beautiful start to the morning!! The sky came alive this morning, with a few early rises opting to delay their 6:30am start to watch the sunrise and swim with the 7am B&B family. The sunrise capped off what was a great morning to swim with the colourful display... Continue reading

Conditions this morning are still a little wild with a decent swell rolling in, providing a social bodysurf for anyone who ventured out. To start the swim, the point express rip was running well today, providing a fast trip out. Big congratulations to everyone who took part in the Cole... Continue reading

The sun was shining and Fleetwood Mac’s tune Monday Morning was pleasantly rolling through my mind - “Monday morning you sure look fine”. While I swam to Shelly, the line “Friday I got traveling on my mind” was a happy thought, thinking of friends and family who are getting the... Continue reading

A level of calm has returned to the B&B swim, making for an enjoyable morning after some rather rough and challenging days. There was just enough swell to create a small ‘point express’ rip, which is always a welcomed gift at the start of a swim. One of the locals... Continue reading