Article: Ten O'Clock Tech: Songs On The Sea

NEW YORK - May the wind be always at your back, the sunshine warm upon your face--and may your favorite tunes be playing in the background. A twist to the familiar Irish blessing, but appropriate for today's wired yachtsman. And if the weather doesn't deliver, then boat equipment retailer West Marine can at least guarantee the tunes. The company recently introduced a new line of waterproof speakers built to withstand the not-so-fair and not-so-warm weather conditions often faced at sea. These speakers are nothing special to look at, but West Marine is betting that the sound quality and durability will make up for their bland, chunky appearance. Deciding which model to buy may depend on the ...

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