Marine Radios Review

In the late 1970s and early ’80s, such popular films as “Smokey and the Bandit” and “Convoy” brought trucker culture to the masses. Suddenly the occupation was heralded as more than just a working class task – it was a way to travel around America experiencing adventures along the way. Trucker vernacular also became popular – most notably the coded language they employed to communicate over CB radios.

That tradition has largely died out on dry land, where communication via cell phone is becoming ever more popular. However, the torch is still carried proudly by those adventurers on the water who ride around in recreational boats. A hand held CB radio can be utilized for practical purposes, as in an emergency situation when it’s necessary to call other boaters for help. CBs also provide a source of fun, allowing captains to speak back and forth in a slang language of their own design.