2023 Cabrinha Switchblade Freeride Kite.

Name: 2023 Cabrinha Switchblade Kite
Brand: Cabrinha
SKU: 5/White/Red1997
Price: 1468.0 USD
Availability: InStock

The kite that spawned the freeride revolution of kitesurfing and opened up the doors to many new kiters around the world moves into its 16th year and the next step of evolution to this incredibly versatile design.

The introduction of the Hybrid Frame and HTD Lite materials has increased not only the range of one of the most adaptable kites in the industry, but also, it’s performance. Through the lighter frame and strategically placed materials, the kite is now quicker to respond to rider input allowing for not only increased maneuverability in lighter winds, but also control and responsiveness in higher winds.

The new direct bridle with its low drag materials also help move this kite into an all new realm of performance.

5 Strut, Hybrid design, Fusion wing tip shape, Draft forward profile.

NEW: Refined lightweight canopy design for reduced weight and reactive performance
NEW: Static low elongation bridle for improved reactive feel
NEW: Sprint 3.0
NEW: Ultralite bladders for an overall lighter weight kite
NEW: Trailing edge EVA rigidity battens
Nano Ripstop Canopy: Durability, stability and responsiveness
HTD for enhanced arc stability and improved handling characteristics
HTD Hybrid Frame
NEW: Durable TPU leading edge bumpers

THE BENCHMARK

The benchmark in durability, stability and responsiveness.

REFINED SIMPLICITY

An all new redesigned and balanced bridle with no pulleys gives a lighter feeling faster turning and more responsive kite, allowing for a wider range of users and also control for jumping.

ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE

The most versatile kite in the industry, allows for use in the widest range of conditions and variety of riding styles.

UP IN THE AIR

The 5 strut stable platform allows for stability in higher winds, and the wide arc allows for increased glide.

HIGH POINTING

The unique profile of the canopy allows for effortless upwind performance.

IT'S IN THE SWEEP

More sweep allows for not only increased range, but also easy relaunch, especially in lighter winds.

Cabrinha, like other brands, has learned it's lesson the hard, hard way. There will be few surpluses and mega-closeout deals in 2023. They are running as lean as possible and only making a small percentage of product above pre-season orders from dealers. What that means to you is it will be hard to get the color you want in the size you want, when you want it. Plan accordingly or buy the 2022 deals still available.

HYBRID FRAME

The perfect fusion of materials. A combination of High Tenacity Dacron (HTD) & HTD Lite blends together giving the kite the support it needs, but with increased response.

HIGH TENACITY DACRON

Specifically designed for inflated kite structures. The construction of this material is very warp oriented using ultra high tenacity yarns with an increased thread count to combat elongation under high inflation pressures. Lower elongation makes for a more accurate kite/wing with a more efficient and accurate airfoil in flight.

HTD LITE

The next evolutionary jump in inflatable structures is HTD Lite. We took the superior benefits of the proven HTD material to which have superior elongation control and combined it with a superior reflex bias recovery and lighter weight construction to elevate the response characteristics and range of the kite.

Size

10m

11m

12m

14m

Wind Range in Knots (75kg rider)

23-37

20-35

18-32

16-30

13-27

11-25

10-23

9-21

7-15

Weight of Kite (kg) Without Bag

(Tolerances may vary)

2.23

2.43

2.70

2.97

3.20

3.35

3.62

3.84

4.21

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2023 Cabrinha Switchblade Kite