Take one last high-tech trip to the beach this holiday weekend
By Kalee Thompson Posted 08.30.2007 at 1:00 am 0 Comments

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The life of a beach bum can be surprisingly high-tech. The latest warm-weather gear draws on clever chemistry for both fun (a chameleon-like surfboard) and safety (a sunscreen that applies itself). And an icebox with a sun-reflective coating ensures that on a hot day, your beer will stay colder than ever.

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