Silver Surf
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1994
- HeadquartersSantos, Brazil
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Silver Surf does
Silver Surf Surfboards is a Brazilian surfboard manufacturer founded in 1994 in Santos, São Paulo, by brothers Adriano "Teco" and Sylvio "Tico" Oliveira, who remain active co-founders and shapers. The company designs and produces surfboards in-house at its Santos factory, offering a portfolio that spans high-performance shortboards, hybrid and easy-rider models, fish designs, mid-lengths, longboards, soft-tops, and Stand-Up Paddle boards. Core construction technologies include traditional PU/fiberglass, EPS/Epoxy, proprietary Carbon Flex and Full Carbon lamination systems, and the 2025-launched Invisible Tech finish. A sub-brand collaboration with California shaper Timmy Patterson (T.Patterson Surfboards, 20+ year partnership) and signature models with World Surf League Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Italo Ferreira anchor the high-performance and competitive segments of the lineup.
The business model is direct-to-consumer surfboard sales through the company's e-commerce site (silversurf.com.br), a factory showroom in Santos, and a multi-state authorized reseller and distributor network covering at least seven Brazilian states (São Paulo, Espírito Santo, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Norte, Bahia, Ceará, Paraná) plus international distributors in Israel and Japan. Pricing ranges from R$2,150 to R$4,450+ for standard boards, with a R$1,400 premium for Full Carbon builds, R$1,000 for Invisible Tech, and R$200 for Carbon Flex; custom made-to-order boards ship within 30 business days. The company also operates a Wear Division apparel line on a separate storefront and sells accessories (decks, leashes, fins). The company is privately held with no disclosed external investment, no disclosed revenue, and a small team of 14 employees, and there is no evidence of AI/ML-driven product or operations.
Silver Surf firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Silver Surf
- Legal name
- Silver Surf Surfboards
- Website
- https://silversurf.com.br
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1994
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Silver Surf industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Surfboard Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Sporting Goods Retailers (45911)
- SIC
- Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Surf & Beach Sports Retail (Surfboards, Bodyboards, Skimboards) (CRAMAIAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Water Sports & Marine Recreation Retail (Paddle/Surf/Dive/Boat Accessories) (CRAMABAI), Swim & Surf Performance Wear (CRAAAEAG)
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Where Silver Surf is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Santos
- HQ country
- Brazil
- HQ region
- Latin America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Silver Surf business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Surfboard Sales: Primary revenue from manufacturing and selling surfboards. Products are sold through direct e-commerce, factory store, and authorized reseller/distributor network. Both ready-to-ship and custom made-to-order boards are offered. One-time purchase model.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard EPS/Epoxy and PU boards ranging from R$ 2,150 to R$ 4,450 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Outlet/clearance boards at discounted prices |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Custom made-to-order boards with variable pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Silver Surf product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Silver Surf designs, manufactures, and sells surfboards (shortboards, hybrids, fish, mid-lengths, longboards) and stand-up paddle boards at its own factory in Santos, São Paulo, Brazil. It also sells surfing accessories (decks, leashes, fins) and a clothing line (Wear Division), offers custom made-to-order boards, and distributes T.Patterson Surfboards collaboration models in Brazil. Sales are conducted through its e-commerce site, factory store, authorized Brazilian resellers, and international distributors in Israel and Japan.
Product overview
Silver Surf Surfboards is a surfboard manufacturing company based in Santos, São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 1994 by shaper brothers Adriano 'Teco' and Sylvio 'Tico' Oliveira. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of surfboards and related products organized across three main categories: (1) Silver Surf brand models including high performance shortboards (High Flyer 3.0, Momentum 3.0, Dragster 2), hybrid models (Easy Rocket, Easy Rocket Turbo), fish designs (Speed Fish 2, 013 Fish, Super Fish, Mega Fish), mid-lengths, and longboards; (2) Collaboration sub-brands including T.Patterson Surfboards featuring professional models for Italo Ferreira and other athletes, and the Adriano Teco Collection featuring classic and progressive longboards and mid-lengths; (3) Accessories and apparel including traction decks, leashes, fins, Stand Up Paddle boards, and the Wear Division clothing line. The company offers multiple construction technologies including PU, EPS/Epoxy, Invisible Tech, Carbon Flex, and Full Carbon fiber construction. Products are available as ready-to-ship stock boards or custom orders with personalized specifications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- T.Patterson Surfboards: A line of surfboard models produced under license/collaboration with Californian shaper Timmy Patterson, available through Silver Surf.
- Teco Collection
- Wear Division
Products and services
- High Flyer 3.0 High performance shortboard designed for versatile wave conditions, balanced for professional athletes to weekend riders seeking evolution and performance.
- Easy Rocket Turbo High performance hybrid surfboard combining ease of paddling with responsive performance for intermediate to advanced surfers.
- Easy Rocket Hybrid surfboard model designed for comfort and performance, suitable for beginners and experienced surfers with easy paddling and responsive maneuverability.
- Speed Fish 2 Fish design surfboard ideal for small to medium waves, with increased area and volume for excellent paddling and speed generation.
- Momentum 3.0 High performance shortboard model designed for responsive turning and speed in various wave conditions.
- Dragster 2 High performance shortboard optimized for small waves and weak conditions.
- SS Step Up Step-up surfboard model for larger, more powerful waves.
- V Plus Model – Big Guy High volume performance surfboard designed for larger surfers.
- Fish Design Surfboards (013 Fish, Hyper Fish, Super Fish, Mega Fish, Silver Rocket, Fish Tail Performance, Sapi Model) Collection of fish and twin-fin surfboards for small to medium waves, offering retro styling with modern performance and increased volume for wave-catching ability.
- Alternative / Easy Rider Surfboards (Ice Cream Minilong, Round Ripper, Space Patrol, Fun Board, Silver Mix, Weslley Model) Alternative surfboard designs including minilongs, funboards, and hybrid models for progressing surfers seeking versatile, easy-to-ride shapes.
- Mid Length Silver Mid-length surfboard offering a balance of stability and performance.
- Adriano Teco Collection (Mid Ripper Twin, Moon Walk, Posto 2 Classic, The Hybrid, Mini Long, Teco Model Progressivo) Signature longboard and mid-length collection designed by shaper Adriano Teco, blending classic and progressive designs for traditional and modern longboard surfing.
- LID Soft – Italo Ferreira Soft-top surfboard from the Italo Ferreira signature line designed for beginner surfers, offering stability and safety.
- T.Patterson Surfboards Collaboration Line (IF ALL IN, IF 15, FM TR, Alan Cleland File, Alley Rat, Stoked, Speed Drive, Flight Risk, A 5 Model, Built For Speed, Pool Party 2, Scorpion, Devil Fish, Spud Model, Full Moon, Twinthetic, Duster Model, Synthetic 84, The Pill, Rising Sun, New Sun, Bull Dog, California Classic, Cali Nose Rider, JB-1) Collaboration surfboard line with California shaper Timmy Patterson, featuring professional-grade high performance, small surf, specials, and longboard models including Italo Ferreira signature boards.
- Full Carbon Construction Surfboards Premium surfboards using full carbon fiber lamination over EPS blank (no wood stringer), offering lightweight feel, rapid response, controlled flex, and superior durability.
- Invisible Tech Construction Advanced surfboard construction technology featuring invisible finish with gold filigree design on edges, premium white finish with enhanced structural properties.
- SUP 10'6 (Remada Plus) Stand-up paddle board at 10'6 length for recreational paddling.
- SUP 10'0 (EPS Epoxy Kit Completo) Stand-up paddle board at 10'0 length for versatile use, sold as a complete kit.
- Paddleboard 12' (Prone Paddle) Prone paddle board designed for lying-down paddling position.
- Decks (Traction Pads) Traction pads for surfboard deck providing foot grip.
- Leash / Cordinha Surfboard leash connecting the board to the surfer for safety.
- Quilhas (Fins) Surfboard fins available in plastic and fiberglass options, compatible with Futures and FCS II fin systems.
- Wear Division (Surfing Apparel) Silver Surf lifestyle clothing line including t-shirts, board shorts, and surfwear for men and women, sold via the dedicated silversurfboards.com.br store.
- Outlet Surfboards Discounted surfboards including prior collection models, showroom units, and selected stock renewal at special prices ranging from R$2,150 to R$3,350.
- Custom Made-to-Order Surfboards (Sob Encomenda) Fully customizable surfboards with personalized dimensions, construction type, fin system, and paint options, with a 30 business-day lead time.
Quantifiable outcome
- Italo Ferreira — World Championship and Olympic Surfing Champion — uses Silver Surf boards
Companies that use Silver Surf
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Silver Surf technology and API
TechnologyAPI detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Silver Surf partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- T.Patterson Surfboards / Timmy PattersoncoreCollaboration with renowned Californian shaper Timmy Patterson. Silver Surf distributes T.Patterson Surfboards models in Brazil, including competition models for professional surfers. The partnership includes over 20 years of exchange with the California surfboard market. T.Patterson models available include IF ALL IN (Italo Ferreira signature), FM TR hybrid/pro, IF 15 Italo Ferreira, Alan Cleland File, Alley Rat, Stoked, Speed Drive, Flight Risk, A 5 Model, Built For Speed, and longboard models.
- Italo FerreiracoreWorld Championship and Olympic Surfing Champion. Italo Ferreira uses Silver Surf boards for competition and is featured in promotional materials. The collaboration includes signature board models (IF 15 Model) and board designs co-developed with the athlete. He represents the brand at the highest levels of competitive surfing.
- Adriano TecocoreCo-founder and shaper of Silver Surf. Professional surfer and shaper who co-founded the company with his brother Sylvio 'Tico' Oliveira in 1994. Holds degrees in physical education and sports with specialization in board sports. Develops signature board collections including the Teco Collection featuring longboard and mid-length models.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Silver Surf competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Mormaii: One of the largest Brazilian surf and surfwear brands, offering boards, apparel, and accessories. Competes with Silver Surf directly across surfboards and the Wear Division surfwear line in the Brazilian market.
- Channel Islands Surfboards: Iconic Santa Barbara performance surfboard maker founded by Al Merrick. Comparable to Silver Surf through its world-class athlete roster and a similar model of pro-driven performance boards.
- Catch Surf: Surfboard maker best known for soft-top and funboard designs (e.g., Beater, Odysea). Comparable to Silver Surf's beginner/LID Soft-Top and Easy Rocket offerings in the entry-level and progression categories.
- Lost Surfboards: California-based performance surfboard brand with broad model lineup spanning shortboards, fishes, and hybrid designs. Direct competitor in the same premium, athlete-validated surfboard category as Silver Surf.
- JS Industries: Australian high-performance surfboard manufacturer (e.g., Monsta, Blak Box, RNF). Directly comparable to Silver Surf as a premium shortboard producer with pro-team endorsements and global dealer network.
- Pyzel Surfboards: Performance surfboard manufacturer founded by Jon Pyzel. Comparable pro-athlete-driven model range and similar product segmentation (high-performance shortboards, hybrids, step-ups).
- Firewire Surfboards: Surfboard brand built on EPS/epoxy and alternative-material constructions (e.g., TimberTek, Helium). Directly overlaps Silver Surf's EPS/Epoxy, Carbon Flex, and Full Carbon construction technologies.
- Haydenshapes: Australian surfboard brand known for performance designs and proprietary construction (FutureFlex). Comparable to Silver Surf through tech-forward construction and pro-athlete endorsements.
Broad incumbents
- Rip Curl: Major global surf brand spanning apparel, accessories, and licensing into surfboards. Overlaps with Silver Surf's Wear Division apparel line and broader surf-lifestyle positioning globally.
Others
- FCS: Global fin system and surf accessories brand (Futures/FCS II compatible). Silver Surf retails fins via the same systems; FCS is an enabling ecosystem participant rather than a board competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Silver Surf leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Silver Surf funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Silver Surf M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Silver Surf
What does Silver Surf do?
Silver Surf designs, manufactures, and sells surfboards (shortboards, hybrids, fish, mid-lengths, longboards) and stand-up paddle boards at its own factory in Santos, São Paulo, Brazil. It also sells surfing accessories (decks, leashes, fins) and a clothing line (Wear Division), offers custom made-to-order boards, and distributes T.Patterson Surfboards collaboration models in Brazil. Sales are conducted through its e-commerce site, factory store, authorized Brazilian resellers, and international distributors in Israel and Japan.
Is Silver Surf a public or private company?
Silver Surf is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Silver Surf founded?
Silver Surf was founded in 1994. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Silver Surf based?
Silver Surf is headquartered in Santos, Brazil, in the Latin America region.
How does Silver Surf make money?
One revenue line is on record: surfboard Sales.
Who are Silver Surf's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Mormaii, Channel Islands Surfboards, Catch Surf, Lost Surfboards, JS Industries, Pyzel Surfboards, Firewire Surfboards and Haydenshapes. Rip Curl is listed as a broad incumbent. FCS is listed as an others.
Does Silver Surf have an API?
No public API is recorded for Silver Surf.
What industry is Silver Surf in?
Silver Surf's product category is Surfboard Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAMAIAE, Surf & Beach Sports Retail (Surfboards, Bodyboards, Skimboards), with a secondary code of CRAMABAI, Water Sports & Marine Recreation Retail (Paddle/Surf/Dive/Boat Accessories). Its NAICS code is 45911 and its SIC code is 3949.