Surf Belt

Surf Belt Race

This traditional race uses surf lifesaving reels that are no longer in use as a lifesaving method.

Swimmers have to negotiate the break to get out to the designated buoys.

The event is a team effort with four linesmen and the swimmer ensuring the right amount of drag is achieved to make the swimmers job easier.

The race is a feature of the annual Manly Life Saving Club Carnival where the event is named after one of the club's belt champions, George "Bushy" Canaway.