With nick jacosens recent king of the air title, his world record woo jump of 28 meters, and his mind bending jump from the top of the burj al arab hotel in dubai a height of 210 metres, its clear that the switchblades performance is legendary. It delivers a unique mix of performance and ease of use. As well as the long standing favourite the cabrinha switchblade, you now have the cabrinha fx freestyle crossover kite and the best selling cabrinha moto, a versatile freeride kite. We wanted to make sure it would deliver the low end power switchblade owners are accustom to, yet maintain the nimble handling and control on the top end. Cabrinha switchblade mod for 2014 and older youtube. Buy the cabrinha switchblade 2015 kitesurfing kite from king of watersports. We shortened the bridle and reduced pulleys to give it a direct and pivotty feel. It features a dynamic arc system, which makes the arc tighter during flight to assure fast turns and which opens wider when it touches the water surface to boost the relaunch. The switchblade by cabrinha is a high performance, versatile kite with the highest quality on the market available online at. We stock cabrinha, slingshot, best, ocean rodeo, ride engine, mystic, dakine and more.
The new switchblade has the muchloved low and lauded lowend power and pull that it has been known for, but the 2015 also has improved turn initiation with more direct and useable bar pressure and some increased pivot speed. You need a kite with good drift with slacked lines. The switchblade is cabrinhas franchise player, so the design goals were to improve what it already does, not change it. Cabrinha products for sale shop with afterpay ebay. I hope you are frothing for cabrinha s new 2019 gear as much as we are. Whether you are working on your freestyle game or testing your limits in boosting incredible air, the cabrinha 2019 switchblade will deliver with a class of predictability and reliability that can not be. This crossover kite works with anything from freestyle to surf, foil and directional boards. Excellent for everyday use or downwind coastal runs in the waves. Its success lies in its uncommon blend of high performance and ease of use. This 10m crisp kite is the perfect size for all styles of riding. The switchblade s reputation for being the worlds highest performance freeride kite not only comes from the thousands o designed for the discerning rider who values unrivaled predictability and uncompromising high end performance, the switchblade is made for those that want style, power, performance and craftsmanship. Team the cabrinha switchblade with the cabrinha ace kite board and spend your savings on some cabrinha hydra bindings or a new wetsuit. The radar is the new userfriendly gem of the cabrinha lineup and it checks all the boxes of an easyhandling progression kite that delivers lots of pillowy soft and silky power and plenty of quick shut off. Step by step instruction on repair replacement of 2012 cabrinha sprint system equipped kite bladders.
Kite zombies is a core kiteboarding shop feeding the obsession of kiteboarders everywhere. Please follow these simple steps to see if your flying. Its been my standby kite for years so not much use. The radar is the latest of the crossover kites from cabrinha joining the best selling switchblade. For the savvy rider that wants the highest performance, most versatile, top quality construction kite on the market. I personally ride the 2014 chaos along with the 5 cabrinha xcaliber. Aside from the fact that is one the most popular models weve ever carried, its the right kite for most kiteboarders. The cabrinha switchblade has a decade of legendary performance and is revered for its smooth pull, solid power, great boost and glide, and solid unhooked pop and drift. Search all info and get help from thousands of users worldwide. The cabrinha switchblade once again proves why it is the worlds most loved kite. This kite is the latest addition to the cabrinha kitesurfing range.
Cabrinha switchblade 2019 kite king of watersports. Check out the all new 2015 cabrinha quickloop and overdrive control bar. New 2019 cabrinha kite switchblade kitesurfing control bar 52cm package deal. Yes that means catching a plane, flying to the bahamas and testing all the new 2015 cabrinha, np, imagine surf and jp australia gear. The hot topic of the kitesurfing world and the new cabrinha launch is the radar. Very powerful with lots of grunt, but quick response too. So the chaos this year is so epic, i love it, they really tighten some things up from the kite last year so you have a really solid feel. Cabrinha kites are the name in the kiteboarding industry. Its balance and power delivery make this kite light to the touch and simple to fly. The switchblade has undoubtedly proven itself to be one of the most popular kites in the world right now. With sales les of last years models i bought a cabrinha switchblade in a 12 metre. Was repaired with gorilla tape which does the job please see pics for details.
Cabrinha switchblade 2018 kite king of watersports. The sb also tames gusts and turns wind speed to smooth pulling speed that keeps. Cabrinha kite buy or sell water sport equipment in. For wakestylers its a great kite to provide constant pull and bar feel, and its easy flying characteristics will appeal when getting technical on water, in. New leading edge bladder and 2 strut valves replaced make this almost a totally rebuilt kite.
Based in maui the epicenter of the kiteboarding scene, they design, test, and refine every kite they make until its perfect. In the event that there is a discrepancy, it is the buyers responsibility to confirm the exact description of the item. This is the unhooked freestylewakestyle kite by cabrinha. Cabrinha sale as you know king of watersports staff are all avid kiters and we love a kitesurfing sale as much as anyone. The switchblade will easily crossover from freeriding to freestyle to surf on any given day. The radar has elements of the distinctive and familiar cabrinha feel and fits nicely into the formidable cab line up. The switchblade from cabrinha celebrates its tenyear anniversary this year and it is for good reason that the kite has survived the test of time. Leading the pack since the beginning, they have the most well established kite lineup out of any brand. The kite is easy to fly, really good relaunch and handles all my crashing well. The 45 cm 2015 cabrinha bar is in next to new condition and has no issues.
The switchblade has always been a performance benchmark for freeride with big boosting potential, incorporating smoothness and predictability over its decade plus lifespan. After noticing an explosion in the kiteboarding sport that doesnt appear to be slowing down anytime soon, we opened a kitesurfing school in rodanthe, nc and began offering kiteboarding gear from top brands like cabrinha, ozone, ocean rodeo, axis, hq and more at our retail location. Looping with them is really bad and feels like driving a truck. Aimed as an allround crossover kite, the switchblade has a wideranging appeal, but it has changed a lot since its original inception all those year. Below you can view and download the pdf manual for free. They did not think this however, so for 2015 we have been introduced to the radar. Pro cabrinha kitesurfer and instructor brandon bowe explains the differences of these two brilliant kites. The late late show with james corden recommended for you. Keeping an open mind to riding styles and the ways the sport of kitesurfing is evolving, cabrinha are challenging the status quo with new styles and technologies delivering a complete and exceptional range of kitesurfing kites, boards and accessories. Kiteboarding kites tagged cabrinha kitty hawk kiteboarding. Several different forums for different styles, sports etc. Cabrinha reckon the switchblade humbly takes the title of the highest performance kite with the easiest handling. Get the best deals on cabrinha switchblade when you shop the largest online selection at. What i have found is that the switchblade has maintained its legendary power, wind range and ease of use, while improving in a few other key areas.
Cabrinha kitesurfing equipment king of watersports. Shop kiteboarding gear and equipment online with kitty hawk kites. The cabrinha switchblade is the most viewed kite on kitefinder. Nov 11, 2014 tom cruise forces james corden to skydive duration. The cabrinha switchblade has been one of the leaders of the freeride category for more than a decade and this year it received a complete overhaul in design. After ten years of refinement, the switchblade kite from cabrinha is held as the benchmark for which all crossoverfreeride kites. Youll see why the 2015 switchblade is one of our favorite allaround kites in the industry. In 2014 the switchblade gets an upgrade in handling with an allnew bridling that provides an even more direct and precise steering. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members.
Consult cabrinha kitess entire omega user manual catalogue on nauticexpo. Yes you right, i did a test riding on switchblade and evo. Get a kite is a search engine for used kitesurf equipment. Ever improving its famously stable and versatile flagship kite, cabrinha continues to push the switchblade toward perfection. Cabrinha switchblade 9m 2014 kiteworld magazine the. Mar 29, 2014 this year we focused on getting the switchblades power back. We were interested to see what cabrinha would do for the 2014 season. The 2018 cabrinha switchblade is an all around, do anything, go anywhere, five strut hybrid kite that can take you from the starting line all the way to the highest levels of competition. We make sure we always have a great cabrinha deal to suit the tightest of budgets. The new ids landing line is virtually invisible while riding but right there when.
The fx is made for unhooked freestyle and big air performance. We highly recommend all control systems be checked and settled if necessary prior to use. Cabrinha switchblade 2015 kite is a high performance 5 strut freeride inflatable kite. In 2019 cabrinha s doing something different, and by different, i mean the. For 2016, the switchblade underwent a full redesign from top to bottom. Cabrinha are huge innovators in the kitesurfing game. Check out the 2019 cabrinha kiteboarding gear teaser video that was released on the 8th of august 2018. Stuck between the new 2014 cabrinha switchblade and the cabrinha chaos. You can find everything you need for your kiteboarding adventure. There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product. As with most heavier five strut kites which exist in the modern marketplace, the switchblade has a definite leaning towards high wind range.
The new switchblade kite introduced by cabrinha for the new 2015 season presents itself as one of the most versatile freeride and crossover machines on the market. Kf5attf50 50mm fins gfn with m6 screws and dogbone washers x4pcs fins, 16mm fin screws x8pcs, dogbone washers x4pcs kf5attf40 40mm fins gfn with m6 screws and dogbone washers x4pcs fins, 16mm fin screws x8pcs, dogbone washers x4pcs. Home switchblade main pulley bridles switchblade main pulley bridles. It looks like there are some great new colours, design tweaks, a new foil ecosystem called hi. The 2016 cabrinha switchblade is back for an 11th year with an enhanced shape to optimise the low end range. Aimed as an allround crossover kite, the switchblade has a wideranging appeal, but it has changed a lot since its original inception all those years. Cabrinha has one of, if not the biggest kite range of all the brands, and you could well think they had all corners covered. However, i tried also cabrinha fx same as dice and your roca and its a new world. The kite characteristics for wave kites are special. Cabrinha drifter 2015 is a special 3 strut surf kite. There have been some small design changes to the switchblade and a major design change to the bar. The cabrinha kites approach to kiteboarding has evolved very much from the same philosophy that pete has applied to his many years of surfing. With nick jacosens recent king of the air title, his world record woo jump of 28 meters, and his mind bending jump from the top of the burj al arab hotel in dubai a height of 210 metres, its clear that the switchblade s performance is legendary. Get the best deal for cabrinha switchblade from the largest online selection at.
From the smooth but powerful pull, to the unmatched stability and wind range, the new 2015 cabrinha switchblade is one kite that youll have to get your hands on. The 2014 cabrinha switchblade is a high performance freeride kite, packed with high tech features, yet easy to handle. The inner inflatable tube found within the leading edge and the struts of the kite. Cabrinha switchblade kitesurfing kite 2015 king of watersports.
The evolution continues in the 11th year of the switchblade. Sep 21, 2015 how i reinforced the strut to leading edge connections on 2014 and older cabrinha kites. The switchblade is a versatile kite with great freeride and freestyle appeal, due to its stable handling, great low end power, forgiving characteristics and market leading control system. With the goal of keeping it on the leader board as one of the premier highperformance freeride kites, the results are predictable with the newest sb raising its game but. Now in its th year, cabrinha have yet again enhanced and refined this amazing kite to make it truly the best yet for 2018. From a beginner level of riding to an advanced level, this kite knows how to perform and it performs well for everyone. The 2020 cabrinha switchblade is a kite that perfects almost every discipline of kiteboarding. After ten years of refinement, the switchblade kite from cabrinha is held as the benchmark for which all crossoverfreeride kites must aspire to. Cabrinha have internalized the landing line to protect it from the elements and to simplify the control system. Im a beginner, 3 private lessons and a few hours under my 08 12m switchblade purchase for 600 secondhand and im doing really well. Widely known as the most versatile kite on the market, the cabrinha switchblade 2016 is the perfect freeride freestyle crossover choice. Founded in 1974 by pioneer hang glider john harris, kitty hawk kites boasts the largest hang gliding school in the world located at jockeys ridge state park in nags head, nc. The cabrinha kite range is packed full of the latest shapes and styles, pushing the boundaries in kitesurfing technology. New cabrinha 2017 switchblade is an allround kitesurfing kite.
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