Switchblade 2
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DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE FOR YOUR SECURITY AND PROTECTION. THIS INFORMATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. FOR CURRENT UPDATES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW.CABRINHAKITES.COM IF YOU ARE BELOW THE AGE OF 18, YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN READ THESE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS AND SHOULD NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU ARE UNDER THE PROPER GUIDANCE AND SUPERVISION OF SUCH A PERSON. The use of this product exposes the user to many unavoidable and unexpected risks, dangers and...

continued from previous page... RECOMMENDED KITESURFING PRACTICE: KITESURFING is an extremely diverse sport, with many disciplines and ability levels. As with all sports, there can be certain inherent risks. The following contains key security points to remember when operating your Cabrinha kite. • Kitesurng is a HAZARDOUS activity and the use of Kitesurfing equipment involves the risk of serious personal injury to any part of the user’s body or death. • Injuries are an INHERENT RISK of kitesurng and the participation in kitesurng implies the user’s acceptance and express assumption of...

INDEX 2 3 4 5 6 7 Introduction Important Information Wind, Water, & Weather Conditions / Wind Range Chart Know Your Ability Level / Kiteboarding Location Important Information Beach Etiquette KITE OVERVIEW & CONTROL SYSTEM 8 Switchblade 2 Overview SETUP 10 Sprint Inflation System 11 Inflating the Kite 12 Tips for Securing Your Kite Deflating the Kite 16 Attaching Control Lines SWITCHBLADE 2 USER MANUAL HOW TO: 17 Area of Operation / Kite Positions, Zones & Power 19 Steering 20 Planning Your Launch 21 Launching & Landing with a Partner 23 Relaunching 24 Tuning The Kite 25 27 Repairs - Tears...

I N T R O D U CTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Cabrinha kite and welcome to the sport of kiteboarding. As you may know, the excitement of Kiteboarding is attracting people of all ages from all corners of the globe. It’s one of the most dynamic and fastest growing sports in the world. CAUTION: Ithave suppliedoverwhelming ifuser’s manual. It in anhelp to educate can also be not approached educated manner. That’s why we this extensive will you about your new kite and about the ways in which to use it. It contains information regarding the setup, care and maintenance of your Switchblade kite....

I M P O R T A N T I NFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION KITEBOARDING is an extremely diverse sport, with many disciplines and ability levels. As with all sports, there are certain inherent risks. The following contains key points to remember when operating your Cabrinha kite. • Be familiar with the set up and use of the supplied security systems: OVERRIDE and the Harness Loop Quick Release systems. • Make sure your control system is rigged and used according to the supplied instructions. • Make sure your kite is compatible with the control system. • Always use your Cabrinha kite with a...

IMPORTANT INF O R M A T I O N WIND, WATER, & WEATHER CONDITIONS / WIND RANGE CHART WIND, WATER, AND WEATHER CONDITIONS • Do not underestimate the power of the wind. • Be aware of unpredictable and changing weather conditions. • Avoid “offshore” or “onshore” wind conditions. • Avoid strong, gusty wind. • Be careful of wave conditions, especially when learning. • Be educated about tides and rip currents. • Be mindful of your ability level. Do not kiteboard if conditions are beyond your ability level. • Be educated about air and water temperatures and wear appropriate protection against the...

IMPORTANT IN F O R M A T I O N KNOW YOUR ABILITY LEVEL / KITEBOARDING LOCATION KNOW YOUR ABILITY LEVEL KITEBOARDING LOCATION • Do not attempt kiteboarding without appropriate instruction. • Do not kite alone. • Launch, land, and ride together with a partner or have someone on shore who can keep an eye on you. • Make sure you are in good physical condition before using this product. • Practice ying a small, traction kite or a “trainer kite” before ying this kite. • The more time spent on the “trainer kite”, the faster you will learn. • Make sure you are a procient swimmer before using this...

I M P O R T A N T I N FORMATION KITE CARE Due to the often extreme nature of kiteboarding, a thorough approach should be taken when caring for your kite and all its associated rigging, as well as your protective gear. PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION • Thoroughly check your protective equipment (helmet, etc.) to make sure it is in working order and in good condition. • A frequent inspection of the kite and the control system should be made in order to identify punctures, tears, or abrasions in the canopy, struts, or security systems. It is also necessary to check the y lines for wear and for...

B E A C H E TIQUETTE BEACH ETIQUETTE Here are some basic things to consider when sharing beaches and water accesses with other users: SAFETY • Follow the instructions outlined in this manual. • Follow the instructions and rules and regulations posted at the areas you use. • Check with local kiteboarding associations and shops prior to launching in a new area. There may be local rules and regulations to follow which are not posted. • Utilize common sense. • Do not touch other people’s gear, unless instructed to do so by the owner. Picking up their bars, kites, etc. may disrupt a setup ritual...

KITE OVE R V I E W Switchblade 2 SWITCHBLADE 2 OVERVIEW - POWERDRIVE 121 1. 4-Line Kite Body 2. Bridle 3. Steering (Rear) Line Attachment Point 4. Depower (Front) Line Attachment Point 5. Pulleys (KS6SEBP) 6. Multi-Segmented Dacron Leading Edge 7. True Match 3-D Battens 8. Airlock High Volume Valve (KS6ALVA) 9. SPRINT Single point ination valves 10. SPRINT Air distribution tubes (KS6STCOLA) 11. SPRINT Air clips (KS6PINCHC) 12. Front Flying Line (KS6RFL) 13. Rear Flying Lines (KS6RFL) 14. Line Connectors (FRONT/REAR) (KS6RECOST) 15. Front Leader Lines 16. Flagging Ring 17. Centerline...