Swimming From Cuba Through Florida's Straits - Chloe McCardel

The Holy Grail in open-ocean long-distance swimming is that strip of water between Florida's Keys and Cuba. Some have tried; none have yet succeeded. The Straits of Florida have unpredictable weather and strong currents. It's also known to be home to sharks and, seasonally, jellyfish. But despite the many reasons why it seemingly can't be swum, Chloe McCardel attempted the swim in June. She describes her ocean-swimming background and why she won't do the swim again.