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With so much information and so many choices available to consumers today, it is no longer necessary to settle for a limited product offering which claims to do it all. This holds true from just about everything from electronics to automobiles to sporting goods. The needs of each person varies considerably from one to the next. So it’s no surprise that the product ranges being offered by the savvy companies are geared towards specific personlized usage. We took this logic to heart by expanding our kite and board range to deliver performance solutions into all aspects of kite boarding. Our...

keystories Ideas and technologies shaping the 2011 season Your Boarding Pass Advanced Canopy Materials Ladies First With years of experience as the leader in kiteboarding security systems, we know what it takes to deliver a kite with top of the line performance and all its security systems safely in place. This season is no different. In 2011 we bring to you Recoil technology solving the trim adjustment problems of the past. Our innovative canopy printing process shows off vibrant colors and illuminated designs previously unavailable using the typical screen printing process. Plus, the all...

kite TECH LEADING THE WAY IN SAFETY AND USABILITY The Intelligent Depower System (IDS) provides an amazing level of control with minimum rider effort and input. IDS is a simplified bridle and control system exclusive to Cabrinha. IDS produces virtually no bar pressure while delivering precise control of the steering and power of your kite. IDS is so intuitive that it seamlessly provides 2 stages of depower. Interactive Depower on Demand while riding, and stage 2 Depower method to land your kite. Stage 2 Depower functions similar to a 5th line system, but without the complexity of the...

Characteristics + Easy handling + Excellent relaunch + Extreme durability + 5 struts Shape / Profile + Hybrid kite + High sweep + High arc Best For + Unhooked riding + Pop tricks Best For + All round freeriding +Progression + Schools, Teaching RACE RACE RACE RACE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE RACE RACE RACE RACE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE RACE RACE RACE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE FREERIDE WAKESTYLEWAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE WAKESTYLE RACE RACE RACE RACE FREESTYLE...

CROSSBOW RACE EDITION Competition Race / Crossing With Cabrinha’s dominance in kite course racing secured by Bruno Sroka’s 2009 world titles, the foundation was set to develop a dedicated racing kite based on Crossbow’s winning design. The new Cabrinha XB Race combines a new profile set into an ultra stable laminate material to deliver a highly tuned racing machine. The XB Race is made to do one thing - win. It has incredible upwind and downwind abilities. Our exclusive laminate material and its 7 batten frame keep the canopy flying rock solid on all points of sail. The XB Race comes...

[ID i INTELLIGENT DEPQWER SYSTEM By far, the most popular discipline in kiteboarding is freeriding. Since freeriding encompases the ■ widest range of use, it's no surprise that the Crossbow is regarded as the world's leading freeride kite. The Crossbow kite's bow outline and high performance profiles work in concert to provide the largest wind range in our kite offering. The Crossbow's open arc delivers the highest power to size ratio of any kite in our range. This power comes in handy when looking for high hang times or when flying across a wide stretch of water. When you combine these...

NOMAD Freestyle / Surf The Nomad continues its foray into the freestyle wave arena with a take no prisoners attitude. The Nomad is not for your average beginner. But if throwing kiteloops or towing yourself into the surf with a kite sounds like your thing, then the Nomad is the kite for you. New and improved material and construction are the foundation of a totally new design which enhances its quick turning, high depower characteristics. Emphasis on low end power has been a top priority for 2011 and it is here that we have made substantial gains. Features: + Increased low end range +...

Q^S) INTELLIGENT DEPOWER SYSTEM Wakestyle / Freeride The 2011 Switchblade IDS kite has a few blades in its sheath. Having the distinction as being the premier wakestyle kite worldwide, the Switchblade also shines as an excellent all round freeride and freestyle kite. Kudos is given to the Switchblade for having feather light bar pressure and easy handling. Its bow kite outline makes its relaunch a snap. But all of this is overshadowed by its flying performance. The Switchblade has the right combination of turning speed and power effiency to make it the go - to kite for anyone looking to hit...

All-Around Freeride test off with a Convert kite. The Convert performs in any and all conditions with the ease and ■handling of a thro rough bread Cabrinha kite. Its robust build and no compromise IDS security system assures an exciting, and secure experience in and out of the water. When it comes to value, the Convert can't be beat. The Convert uses many of the materials of our pro kites and comes complete with our Powerdrive IDS control system. Whether you are a first time rider or an aspiring pro the Convert kite will deliver the performance and handling you deserve. + Enhanced relaunch...

WIND RANGE CHART Based on a 75kg / 165 lbs rider weight.

BAR TECH LEADING THE WAY IN SAFETY AND USABILITY Recoil is a spring loaded function which always keeps the bungee trim adjusters contained and well within reach, making it the cleanest trim adjustment system on the market. With Recoil™ there is never a loose adjustment tail as seen with most above or below the bar trim systems. The Recoil™ spring always returns the bungeed trim adjusters to their proper place along the depower mainline even after the kite has been fully depowered by the control bar. When you return the bar to the powered position, the bungeed trim adjusters automatically...