HSV 2 Swift docked in Alexandria

The HSV 2, an experimental high-speed military ship, is docked in Alexandria (see news story). I took the oppurtunity to snare a few pics with my camera phone. I was lucky enough to bump into a gentleman who knew some details about the ship. He said it's quite nice inside, which is unusual for military vessels, and that it can be operated by one person using a small wheel and joystick. The front of the vessel is very interesting; it almost looks like it sits on three blades.

Getting some air!

When I was in high school there were few things I loved more than riding dirt bikes. Motorcyles are so amazing to ride; the freedom you feel as the wind rushes past is amazing. When there's no lid over your head you just feel like you're on top of the world. I didn't race professionally or anything, but I spent a lot of time trying to conquer various natural obstacles, often getting airborne in the process. It's actually good exercise too; tossing around a 200 lb bike is no piece of cake.