Cabrinha Kiteboarding
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 The kite everyone will be talking about is the all new Nomad IDS Freestyle Wave kite. The non-bow hybrid IDS kite combines the best of both worlds…a moderate C shaped arc and an IDS bridle to deliver our fastest turning kite yet. The Nomad creates the type of kite turns that increase in power throughout the turning arc by pivoting off of the wing tip. This makes for powered kite loops unlike anything on the market.

The Nomad IDS comes with two distinct turning options. The freeride bridle setting is aimed squarely at the professional freestyle rider and is balanced to fly perfectly while unhooked. This setting is ideal for intermediate to pro level freestyle tricks or un-hooked surfing.

The wave bridle setting allows a greater level of depower for hooked in surfing. The fast turning speed of the Nomad combined with the quick and short depower throw, make for a finely tuned, predictable surfing kite like no other.

  

 

 

Now in it’s 5th season, the 2010 Switchblade IDS remains the premier Wakestyle Freeride kite. The Switchblade is designed to perform in a wide range of conditions, hooked or unhooked. The steady predictable pull and it’s ability to fly forward when unhooked makes the Switchblade perfect for hitting kickers, sliders and just about any wakestyle trick in the book. In 2010 improvements have been made to increase the Switchblade’s turning speed and relaunch.

 

The 2010 Crossbow IDS is the world’s fastest kite in it’s category. Years of refinement has made the Crossbow highest performing Freeride Race kite available today. The Crossbow IDS is a highly tuned wind capable of winning top level course races like the US National Championships or being only one of three kites in the world to break the 50 knot speed barrier. The Crossbow started the bow revolution and today continues to define the essence of speed and control, versatility and security.

Best For:

  • Racing
  • Light wind
  • Jumping / Hang time

 

 

If you want to ride hard and fast with ultimate performance, the Caliber is calling your name. The 3D bottom shape delivers unbelievable edge control, while the lower rocker line provides quick acceleration and speed.

Concaves placed at the tips with a flat center section provides a smooth ride and forgiving landings. The 3D section of the deck has been redesigned to increase tortional rigidity for solid edging. The tips are soft to give control in chop and also feature a new corner radius to eliminate eye spray.

Built with our paulownia wood core, the board has unparalleled strength while staying lightweight. For trick riding and boosting, there’s no comparison.

$1099.95

 

Developed with wakestyle king, Andre Phillip, the 2010 Custom is arguably one of the best shapes in kiteboarding today.

An all new flex pattern offers straight line tracking and insane pop so hitting kickers and sliders or throwing down 3s is a piece of cake.

The 3D bottom shape focuses the concave at the extreme tips with a flatter center section. This places the bite where you need it and allows for finless riding on flat water or obstacles.

$1099.95

 

The Prodigy all round freeride board feels right at home in just about any type of wind and water conditions.

Its all new wider outline creates quicker planing and added stability. The new stiffer flex pattern improves tracking and the paulownia wood core provides dampening through choppy water to deliver smooth ride.

The breakout model from last year, this board will surprise you.

$899.95

 

When it comes to the performance / value equation, the Rival has no competition. With a milled Paulownia wood core and an ABS sidewall construction, the Rival is built to withstand the elements.

Its flat bottom provides an easy and forgiving ride in any and all conditions. The 6” (15.24 cm) insert pattern accepts standard foot straps, Sync backless bindings, or a wakeboard boot.

It’s this versatility that makes the Rival the perfect entry level board that will grow with your ability.

 $725