Episode 86: How Riptide Pool Vacuum Systems Transformed a Market with David & Matt
Episode 86: How Riptide Pool Vacuum Systems Transformed a Market with David & Matt
In this episode, we sat down with David Sargent and Matt Lopez to discuss the Riptide Pool Vacuum System. We really enjoyed this episode because it dives deep into how their idea turned into a product. By embracing feedback from customers, they have taken the original prototype and shaped it over the years to create the outstanding product that it is today. Being across the table from these guys as they told their story was truly amazing. You could see their eyes light up when they were talking about each little detail that they have invested time and money into perfecting. That sparkle is rare to see, but it shows that David and Matt are truly passionate about what they have built. We promise you have never heard their story told like this before, we hope it inspires you the same way it did us.
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Show-notes
2:17 Getting to know riptide
6:35 Growing up on the farm
7:48 Matt is a rare Florida native
11:35 Loving what I do
15:08 We have failed before
18:45 Two versions
22:31 It arrived what do I do
24:10 Buy your own battery
26:32 Which bag do I use
34:11 How is the cart built
39:50 Vacuum features
43:10 Ongoing maintenance
47:10 Serious investment in each other
51:00 Vacuum head like a kayak
54:35 Trouble shooting over the phone
55:55 Great marketing piece
1:01:30 Customer feedback is key
1:03:55 Why are you selling direct
1:07:20 Automatically registered for warranty
1:13:40 Where to get more info for Riptide