Brazilian Brothers Review the Cabrinha Nitro 2026

The Brazilian Brothers have been using the Cabrinha Nitro in their kite clinics since it was released in 2023, so they're very familiar with it. Now they've got a fresh 2026 Nitro. What's new, how does it stack up to past versions, and who is it for?

What is the Cabrinha Nitro?

The Nitro is a 5-strut big air kite developed by Pat Goodman, who also designed kites like the Switchblade and North Orbit. The Brothers love it for its ability to perform heli-loops and help students up their big air game with kiteloops.

What's New with the Nitro for 2026?

The 2026 kept all the features the Brothers loved, with one notable improvement. This year, the hangtime is much more consistent. In the past, the lift might be great, or it might not. The 2026 Nitro let them down--in a good way--with soft, easy landings from big jumps and loops.

How Does the Nitro Jump?

The 2026 Nitro is still and easy and accessible kite for riders of all levels to jump. It's got a big sweet spot to help you boost nice and high. Now, you'll need to get out in 25+ knots to get this. The Nitro remains a kite that likes to be ridden powered up and even overpowered, so don't expect to get much air on lighter days. An 8 or 9m in over 25 knots is going to take you to the moon, though.

Is the 2026 Nitro Good for Looping?

Some kites like the Orbit are great loopers, but require a lot of technique to perform. The Nitro, on the other hand, is an easy and intuitive kite to loop. It has very little yank and is fast through the loop. This gives people the confidence they need to throw their first kiteloops and progress through their kiteloop rotations, which is why the Nitro is the Brothers' pick for their clinics. Riders who have never looped before are suddenly looping like mad, which is an amazing transformation to watch.

Is the 2026 Nitro Easy to Use?

In a word- it's awesome. Now, it's not as easy as something like the Switchblade, but this is a kite for intermediate to advanced riders, and they're going to have no problem jumping on and feeling comfortable. The bar pressure is light but direct, and the more accessible and consistent lift for this year is going to let anyone improve their big air game.

Who Is the Nitro For?

As mentioned, this isn't a kite for beginners. It's also not a strapless or foil kite. This is a kite for riders who can ride lit and are ready to boost with a twintip on (or off) their feet. It is a 5-strut big air machine.

Any Tips for Riding the 2026 Cabrinha Nitro?

The Brothers always ride the Nitro on the "A" setting. It keeps the bar pressure extremely light and the kite pivotal.

Pat Goodman also suggested that they try riding it with a High-V bar, and they were pleasantly surprised. It made the kite even faster through the loop with just about the lightest bar pressure they've experienced. Give those settings a try and see what you think!

Would the Brothers Recommend the 2026 Nitro?

Rubens and Arthur are as stoked on the new Nitro as they have been on past versions, if not more with the improved lift and second lift the kite gives. Their two favorite sizes are the 7m and 8m. The light bar pressure, ease of looping, and the ability to ride overpowered combine to make a kite that's going to get you looping with no problem.

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