There's a Lot to Love About the Cabrinha FX

There's a Lot to Love About the Cabrinha FX

 

The Cabrinha FX, in one word – fun – smooth - full of energy - just plain enjoyment! Ok, that was way more than one word, but those that know me know I never have just one word for anything.

Recently rode the 12m FX in the warm waters of Jupiter, FL. (lighter winds 16-17 knots) and then again in the chilly waters of Michigan (21-23 knots) a few days later.

Simply put, I love the feel of this kite. Completely responsive with a smooth forward drive at both the low-end and high-end of the kite range (I was worried the low-end would be sacrificed by the freestyle design elements, but was stoked to learn it had good low-end).

The FX left me feeling like this is a great kite for those who like the stability of a direct C-kite’s style steering and pull, but want the free-ride depower and responsiveness of an SLE kite.

The bar pressure was perfect for me (I like to know the bar is there, but not so much pressure my arms are pumping in an hour – the bar pressure seemed on par or a bit less than my Switchblade).

On the higher wind days, I was amazed at how easy the kite was to boost (super lofty – so floaty and massively FUN!!!), smoothly putting me right back on the water, powered up and ready to rock.The FX delivered highly responsive and predictable transitions, generating consistent power through its turns.

Finally, the FX drifted like a champ - it handled the middle of the wind window well, while catching mostly stomach to chest-high waves in the mostly side-on (lighter) winds of Florida.

I would recommend this kite for those who want to step into a kite that allows them to mix things up every now and then, pushing their trick boundaries or crossing over on a day that begs for a wave riding sesh.

Good winds,

Brian

Highlights and Takeaways:

  • Responsive
  • Stable
  • Fun

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1st Feb 2022 Brian Scott

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