2022 Cabrinha 02 Switchblade Kiteboarding Kite

2022 Cabrinha 02 Switchblade Kiteboarding Kite

PERFORMANCE FREERIDE / BIG AIR

Sizes: 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14m

OVERVIEW

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

• NEW Ceramic Pulleys - Ultimate simplicity, safety and reduced wear
• NEW Bridle Configuration - Refined flight characteristics
• NEW Performance tuning for improved boost and hangtime
• Heavy duty closing seam construction
• Nano Ripstop Canopy - The benchmark in durability, stability and responsiveness
• High Tenacity Dacron - Enhanced arc stability and improved handling characteristics
• Strategic canopy reinforcements in the high stress areas
• Pure Profile Panels for efficient aerodynamics
• Ultimate performance in the widest range of conditions and riding styles
• Smooth, on demand control
• Ridiculous Hangtime
• Large 'sweet spot' and smooth on demand power control
• Excellent upwind performance
• Swept leading edge for effortless relaunch

2022 CABRINHA SWITCHBLADE PRODUCT REVIEW

When we talk about kite legacy, longevity and performance here at MACkite, the Switchblade is always at the top of the list. If you are just learning how to body drag, or practice your mega loops for the next KOTA, look no further: this is the kite for you. Coming into its 18th year on the market, the 2022 Switchblade arrives with some stellar performance upgrades. With the all new ceramic pulleys and a redesigned and rebalanced bridle system, the Switchblade has been updated to have the option for a faster turning speed and to lighten up the overall feel of the kite, making it not so grunty. This supercharged 5 strut is going to boost even higher because of the faster turning speed and add more control on the landings. The Switchblade paired with any of Cabrinha's Overdrive control bars make for a match made in heaven.

Changes that have been made to the 2022 Switchblade

• New ceramic pulley system for increased safety and reduced wear and tear
• Redesigned bridle configuration for a more engaged feel and faster steering
• New canopy reinforcements for an even stronger kite
• Larger "sweet spot" for those beginners trying their first jumps
• Improved boosts and hangtime

DETAILS

No kite has done more in the sport of kitesurfing than the Switchblade. World Titles, World Records, Podium topping, all on a stock production kite that has also brought so many people not only into the sport, but given the perfect platform to evolve, improve and push their own boundaries of what they thought possible.

For 02, Cabrinha has given the Switchblade a further performance boost. The redesigned and rebalanced bridle gives the option to not only increase the turning speed, but also lighten up the feel of the kite. A lighter faster kite not only extends the reach of this amazing product to different riders, but also allows for faster steering and control for jumping. The five strut stable frame of the Switchblade really comes into its own in the higher wind ranges. Here the legendary boost and hangtime of the Switchblade really shines.

FEATURES

NEW CERAMIC PULLEY

Made from Zirconia, the new ceramic pulley provides the ultimate in simplicity, safety and impact resistance with reduced wear characteristics.

NEW BRIDLE CONFIGURATION

A redesigned and balanced bridle gives a lighter feeling and faster turning 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.

RIDICULOUSLY HIGH HANG TIMES

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

EXCELLENT UPWIND PERFORMANCE

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

SWEPT LEADING EDGE

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

TECH

HIGH TENACITY DACRON

Cabrinha's Dacron is specifically designed for inflated kite structures. The construction of this material is very warp orientated using ultra high tenacity yarns with an increased thread count to combat elongation in the warp direction under the high inflation pressures. Lower elongation make for a more accurate kite with less deformation while in flight.

NANO RIPSTOP CANOPY

A higher level of performance can only be achieved when the kite's design properties are supported by a stable and reactive kite material. Nano Ripstop does just that.

CERAMIC PULLEYS

Zirconia (ZrO2 or Zirconium Oxide) is known for its extreme strength and ability to withstand high heats and abrasion. Zirconia is the perfect material for the new Ceramic Pulleys. With no moving parts and built in safety, the new Cabrinha Ceramic Pulley is the next evolutionary step from the Cab Design Works team.