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MODERN CRAFTSMANSHIP “Every kite we make is still built by hand by the most experienced kite craftsmen and women in the world.” The art of making kites is a centuries old craft. At Cabrinha we put our own high tech spin on this craft by incorporating the most cutting edge technologies and materials available today. Yet, despite the fact that our kites are built with such exact tolerances and precision, each and every kite we make is still built by hand by the most experienced kite craftsmen and women in the world. The craft of making kites that fly perfectly is one half science and one half...

• OVERDRIVE IX CONTROL SYSTEM IMPROVED TURNING SPEED AND PERFORMANCE FOR ALL KITES • 2DR DOUBLE RIPSTOP KIJE MATERIAL : BASALT & CARBON FIBER TWIN TIP LAYUPS CORK & BAMBOO SANDWICH SURFBOARDS • HYDRA SERIES FOOTSTRAPS AIR COLLECTION - CONTRA IS BACK • SIREN COLLECTION - ENGINEERED FOR WOMEN • ROLLER PRINTED GRAPHICS

TAKE YOUR RIDING INTO More Performance in seconds The Overdrive control bar can adjust a full 8 cm in length in seconds. Unlike other bars on the market, the Overdrive bar starts with a shorter bar length and can expand to the larger length if you wish. There is no reason to carry around all that extra bar if you prefer to ride on the standard setting. The 49cm standard bar setting is great for smaller kites, or if you would like the kite to be less reactive. By easily switching the bar into the Overdrive™ mode the length changes a full 8 cm to 57cm and immediately increases the turning...

BAMBOO CORK FULL CARBON XCALIBER SIGNATURE MODEL VOLCANIC BASALT CUSTOM CBL

high durability low stretch 100% 2DR Canopy + DEVELOPED SPECIFICALLY FOR KITES + DURABILITY. HIGHER TEAR STRENGTH + LOW STRETCH IN WARP AND WEFT + EXCELLENT RECOVERY ON THE BIAS + ROLL PRINTED GRAPHICS

The AIR Collection is a set of dedicated light wind tools that close the loop on light wind riding. When paired with our Stylus twin tip the Contra is a light wind freestyle monster, allowing you to throw tricks while keeping yourself powered and rocketing upwind. Paired with the Alias quad fin freeride directional, you can be ripping around when others are sitting on the beach scratching their heads. The added bar length in the Overdrive 1XL Contra control system increases the responsiveness of the kite. In addition longer line lengths give it the best possible low end power. Maximize your...

ANNABEL VAN WESTEROP SUSI MAI

The Siren collection was born from the desire to be unique. Developed alongside Susi Mai, our mission is to inspire women to follow their own path and to find a different perspective from the standard offering. Genuine, bold, and passionate, Siren lets you express yourself while on the water. Each item in the collection has been carefully crafted to optimize the experience for women. SWITCHBLADE SIREN 0VERDRIVE1X SIREN XO SIREN HI SIREN

2012 KSP wave WORLD CHAMPION KEAHI DE ABOITIZ / DRIFTER / s-Quad

CONTROL SYSTEMS ALBERTO RONDINA / CHAOS / XCALIBER SIGNATURE MODEL

CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW Our standard adjustable control system that is interchangeable with all the 2014 kites except for Contra. KS4CSSDOD The Contra must use the Overdrive 1XL to achieve the full function of the security system. The bar adjusts from 57-65cm with 24m line length. KS4CSSDOD

CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW OVERDRIVE 1X SIREN SIZE: ADJUSTS (49-57cm) Designed specifically for women riders, with a smaller loop and easy to reach Recoil. Part of the Siren womens collection. KS4CSSROD QUICKLINK RACE 55cm Bar w/ 24m Lines 65cm Bar w/ 27m Lines (+3m extensions) Available is 2 sizes, designed specifically for racing and use with the Velocity kite. KS4CSVLQL

OVERDRIVE DELIVERS FASTER TURNING DIRECT STEERING OVERDRIVE MODE INCREASES TURNING SPEED LOW V PROVIDES MORE DIRECT FEEL COMPLETE SHUT DOWN IN ALL CONDITIONS The new bar ends can change the length of your bar from its standard mode of 49 cm, to the Overdrive mode of 57 cm in seconds. The Overdrive mode will increase the turning speed and performance of any kite large or small. We have lowered the front line connection to the CAS in order to provide a more direct and immediate response from your bar input. When it comes to security, the Overdrive™ 1X control bar integrates our all new 1X...

OF INNOVATION OVERDRIVE SHIFT LEVER FLEX GROOVES Changes the length of the bar a full 8cm Allow for size adjustment while maintaining ergonomics in both standard and Overdrive position. INTEGRATED LINE WINDER & BUNGEE Neatly manages line set EVA bar ends provide adequate floatation for entire control system OVERDRIVE SHIFT HANDLE Allows for easy adjustment even while riding

CABRINHA INNOVATIONS QUICKLINK The main QR activates the 1X complete shut down in all conditions. To reconnect, simply push the QR up until it catches on the hook, insert the pin through the tower and cover the pin with the QR. Located below the main QR the secondary QR allows the rider to completely disconnect from their kite. recoil FLYING LINES recoil + Ergonomic Trim Adjusters One of QuickLink’s defining features is our Recoil trim adjuster. Recoil keeps your trim adjusters in the same position every time. Even after you’ve depowered your kite, Recoil will return the trim adjusters to...

IDS vs. 1X BRIDLE LESS IS MORE THE 1X bridle brings an upgrade in kite steering and control. The new system uses less moving points on the bridling which translates into direct input from rider to kite and incredibly precise steering. * All bridles except for Vector have 2 pulleys. 1X BRIDLE + 2 MOVING POINTS + LESS PULLEYS + MORE RESPONSIVE + FASTER TURNING

COMPLETE SHUTDOWN IN ALL CONDITIONS The 1X is not a depower system, it is a full blown shut down system. The 1X relies on only one line to immediately shut down the power of the kite in any condition.

MULTI-BORE TUBING Greater tension is applied to alternate lines creating greater twist in the kite. More twist means faster turning & increased response. DIRECT STEERING. MORE RESPONSIVE. FASTER TURNING. We have lowered the front line connection to the CAS in order to provide a more direct and immediate response from your bar input. Equal forces from all four control lines allow a natural and relaxed position for the arc shape to open. This more natural, or less altered angle, makes both sheeting and steering more responsive. As you steer the kite you apply tension to the rear corner of the...