18 May 2010

Ain't nothin' better than your own backyard

Since moving to Sydney 10 months ago, I've been able to enjoy some of the greatest swimming spots, all in my own backyard. Living a block from Bondi Beach means I only have to walk a few minutes to swim laps across the world famous beach while backpackers on holiday bake to a bright red in the sun. I break up my laps to dive and play with fish that I have only seen in aquariums.


Bondi Beach

Now that it has turned to winter, I have been spending more time at the Bondi Icebergs club. This 50 meter ocean pool has a great view. While swimming laps I can look over the edge and watch the surfers catch waves. Laps get increasingly challenging with the high tide as the waves crash over the sides of the pool. I have on more than one occasion ended up in the next lane.


Sunday races at Bondi Icebergs