The handboards for body surfing called Slyde made an impact on Shark Tank in season 7. After securing a deal, the company actually appeared on an update episode in season 10. So, where are they now? Get even more of an update on Slyde Handboards below.
5 Facts About Slyde Handboards
1) Steve Watts and Angela Ferendo created the mini surfboards that attach to your hands. You use them while body surfing; it’s supposed to give you more control, lift, and acceleration, according to Shark Tank Blog.
2) At the time of the show, they had raised the funds on KickStarter and were in full swing with their business. They did a million in sales, and were looking to expand their reach. That’s where a shark’s investment could prove beneficial. Surprisingly, they negotiate a deal with two sharks: Mark Cuban, and guest panelist Ashton Kutcher.
3) Surprisingly, they negotiate a deal with two sharks: Mark Cuban, and guest panelist Ashton Kutcher. Steve and Angela walked into the tank looking for $200,000 for 15%. Shark Tank Tales reported they got the $200,000 for 22%. Ashton assisted in social media and branding; Mark offered market insight that the couple needed.
“The thing I liked about Slyde is they’re giving people a way to to still get in the water & do something FUN, & that’s amazing” @aplusk #SharkTank Season 10 pic.twitter.com/HahdIanHx2
— slyde handboards (@slydehandboards) October 15, 2018
4) In 2017, they launched another campaign for a Slyde Grom, a soft board. A year later, they were in Dick Sporting Goods stores. These new efforts were included on the Shark Tank season 10 update episode.
5) As of 2021, the company is still in business, doing $2-2.5 million in annual sales. You can purchase on Amazon or on their official website. Their product line includes the Grom (beginner), the Phish (advanced), Da Fin (swim fins), the Wedge (intermediate), and the Bula (pro). Fun colors like orange or and patterns such as palms make their boards cool.
Shark Tank season 13 premieres on October 8 at 8 PM on ABC. Catch up on old episodes via Hulu or on demand.
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