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2025 Cabrinha Switchblade APEX Kite
$1,719.00
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Design Profile
Features
Key Features
TEIJIN D2 CANOPY MATERIAL
Lightweight with exceptional bias control, the Teijin D2 Material works hand in hand with the Ultra HT to provide the best in performance and reactivity.
REFINED SIMPLICITY
A 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.
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.
SMOOTH AS SILK
Pureform Panels provides the cleanest entry profiles to date, taking the performance of the Cabrinha products to all new heights.
ULTRA HT
Developed exclusively for kite leading edges, this is a strong, stable, and exceptionally responsive material. Ultra HT reduces the weight of the leading edge and struts while boasting incredibly low elongation and response. A unique and proprietary coating process increases durability and performance unlike anything you have felt before.
Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy
Engineered to provide a lightweight material with exceptional bias control and recovery, the Teijin D2 Material works hand in hand with the Ultra HT material on the Apex kites to provide the next level in performance and reactivity.
BULLET PROOF BUMPERS
These new Durable TPU bumpers are strong, lightweight and durable. They crossover protecting the canopy to LE sewing. A new manufacturing process helps with abrasion when the kite is resting on a hard surface.
SPRINT 3.0
The Sprint 3.0 inflation system increases air flow from leading edge to the strut. The straight and angled valves allow for no kinking of the inflation tube. It's secure fit design also allows for easy maintenance.
SLEEVED BRIDLES
Low elongation, high performing, and user friendly these bridles are the perfect blend of performance and functionality.
2025 EXPANDAPACK KITE BAG
An all NEW stylish expanding backpack allows for fast pack down and comfy transportation of your kite, pump and control system. Easily Expands to carry multiple kites in one bag leading to more adventure and less faff!
SWITCHBLADE DNA
DNA is the genetic chain that defines who or what we are. When redesigning the kite we made sure that one of the DNA stands came from the Switchblade while the other is a new updated twist based on the findings from the Design Works team.
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Style Selector
FREESTYLE: POP / SLACK / POWER
FREERIDE: DEPOWER RANGE / RELAUNCH / UPWIND ABILITY
BIG AIR: BOOSTING / HANG TIME / KITELOOP
SURF: TURN SPEED / DRIFT / RELAUNCH
FOIL: TURN SPEED / DRIFT / UNDERPOWERED STEERING
The Switchblade is the cleanest kite I've ever flown, it just never seems to wrinkle or deform. I love using it for freestyle in the waves or just going out to boost in strong winds. The new design has made it far more sporty in its handling, and if you want even more fun and fast turning , adjust to the A-setting on the wingtip and the shackles really are off! - Alberto Rondina
Wind/Weight Chart
| Size | 5m | 6m | 7m | 8m | 9m | 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 | 7-19 |
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Weight of Kite (kg) Without Bag (Tolerances may vary) |
2.04 | 2.22 | 2.40 | 2.62 | 2.82 |
3.02 |
3.18 | 3.42 | 3.78 |