Forum with lots of safety info - a must for newbees. My local shop tells me that the new Cabrinha bars are way more safer than my IDS bar. Reason being that the IDS release is merely a "tether" and the kite will not fully depower. So they tell me my Crossbow will not be compatible with the new bars as the front lines are different length than the back lines. Re: Cabrinha IDS, a safety issue??? Post by matth » Tue Feb 05, pm Not sure about the line length on new bars, they are even as far as I know.
I do agree the old IDS bar and flag system did not fully de-power, and it could be a little unnerving if you punched out and started to get dragged in powered conditions. It was a two line flag system with a special bridal that would roll the kite onto its back in a de-powered position not a true flag position.
They worked well most of the time and kept things neat and tidy but the kite would not always roll over onto it's back. The trick was to release tension on the center lines buy swimming at the kite or by pulling in kite with center lines a few feet then releasing. Both would do the trick but are not something you want to deal with in a flag out situation.
The bow construction make is super easy to water start. Switchblade has the right combination of speed, power and safety, Switchblade is the kite that everyone can ride! Freeride kite nr. No other kite has made a bigger impression in the kite history. When Cabrinha introduced Crossbow did they actually drastically change the conditions for kiting.
Year is the 6th version of the classic freeride kite of Crossbow that Cabrinha releases. With crossbow are you getting a huge wind span and ability to kite in gusty winds like no other kites. Crossbow is a true freeridee kite that is easy to water start, comes in top quality and with a great safety system combined with IDS — Intelligent Depower System.
The crossbow has always been known for being extremely easy to waterstart and the version does not make us disappointed on this point either.
The handling is also even better in the new version. One that can be used interactive while riding your kite and one that be used during landing. Cabrinha states that the second stage correspond to a fifth line, but without the mess that always comes with the fifth line. Morover Cabrinha claimes that the version is still as easy to relaunch as its predecessors.
The first Cabrinha Crossbow was released and it took the kite surfing to a whole new level with all the benefits and simplicity that came with the bow-kite. The newest version is in other words the 6th edition of the Crossbow and it seems like Cabrinha will keep their competitors a few steps behind on the kite front even this year! Recent Posts. Blake is back in the saddle and ready to continue bringing the stoke and knowledge.
Wish you could find a set of foil mounting hardware that could fit any sta …. There seems to be some confusion and I just want to get some info out there: 1. You should also see the L left and R right markings facing. The lines should not cross each other or be twisted. Using larks head. You should be familiar with the operation of the QRS in the event of a situation where you wish to activate the QRS feature. Your Security Pin is now ready for use. The Bypass leash is used to keep your kite from going astray when you release the control bar while unhooked from the.
This is a partial list of techniques to be remembered and applied. Be certain to always take instruction. Be prepared. We suggest you. It is ineffective for steering the kite and may actually cause the kite to. Before launching, re-familiarize yourself with your Quick Release System in the event that you must engage them.
Next, thoroughly check your lines, your gear, and your launching and landing sites; if all is okay, you are ready to launch. Be certain your kite is properly inflated; this is imperative to the re-launchability of your kite. Before you launch, organize a clearly defined release signal that you and your partner both understand. Your partner should hold the kite in the middle of the leading edge, with the leading edge vertical and pointing into the.
With the control bar in your hands and at chest height, take a few steps back to take the slack out of the flying lines. Signal your partner to let go of your kite. It is important that your partner lets you steer the kite out of his or her hands. When the kite is thrown into the air, it hinders the ability of the kite to launch properly.
When thrown, the kite may either. It is potentially a very dangerous way to launch. DO NOT make any abrupt motions. The slower you steer the kite,. If anything goes wrong with the launch, you should be ready to push the control bar away to depower the kite.
That is why it is important that. Prior to launching, make sure your partner has been instructed on how to land your kite properly. Having done that, make sure that when you are heading toward shore, that your landing location is still un-crowded and.
Never land your kite over, on top of, or near others, especially if they are downwind of you. You should have an area clear. As you approach shore, keep your kite low near the water, at the edge of the power window.
Drop down or step off your board and body drag the final distance to shore. Do not approach the shoreline with speed. Once the kite is nearly touching the ground, your partner should grab the kite at the middle of the leading edge strut. Grabbing the kite by the. Maintain constant tension on this leader line. You may need to pull as much as two meters of leader in. This will slow your forward momentum and increase the speed of relaunch.
You may have to finesse the kite to the edge of the. Do not get impatient. Continue to work the kite to the original side you chose. Slowly steer your kite into the sky and. Be prepared to depower the kite by pushing the control system toward the kite.
Proper tuning of your kite is essential for best performance. A properly tuned kite increases its efficiency, speed, and allows the. The following guidelines will help you to properly tune the kite to suit your style of riding.
If you find yourself riding with your arms fully extended and bent over at the waist, you can pull the red. Too much back line tension can cause the kite to fly slowly or even backwards. Over sheeting will also minimize the amount of shutdown available in the depower range. More power and quicker turning is achieved by tensioning the steering back lines. There is however, a point of diminishing returns. Too much back line tension will cause the kite to fly slowly across.
If the kite is oversheeted,. Leaving the kite overhead for long periods of. If you feel yourself being lifted, sheet out immediately and be ready to pull. The more you pull on the CAS the less power. Keep in mind that you will still be able to de-power the kite through the Depower Loop, so do not depower. The use of this product exposes the user to many unavoidable and unexpected risks, injury, dangers and hazards.
The suppliers of this product are not responsible for any damage to property or any personal injury caused by any use, misuse, abuse or irresponsible use of this product by the user. Power kites and their lines and control equipment can be dangerous to flyers and to anyone in the vicinity of their use. Kiteboarding must be taken seriously and we recommend that, at least in the early stages of your use, you seek the guidance of professional instructors and experienced kiteboarders.
Do not use your kite near power lines, airports, buildings, automobiles, trees, streets, etc. Always fly in an open area and observe wind and weather conditions, particularly in circumstances where you may encounter offshore, onshore winds or strong winds. Do not attempt to use your kite on water until you are confident and comfortable with the use of a trainer kite on land.
Spend time to become familiar with the operation of your kite and remember that you are responsible for its operation and for the security of those around you. If you intend to use the kite on water, always use appropriate protective gears and flotation devices and do not attach yourself or tie yourself permanently to the kite lines. The kite is not intended for use as a flying device nor indeed is it intended as a means of flotation. As with all sports, there can be certain inherent risks.
The following contains key security points to remember when operating your Cabrinha kite. Contact details are available from www. Beware of sailing in offshore, onshore or strong winds.
Ask the locals to tell you about any hazards. Wear the correct protective clothing for the conditions such as a wetsuit or a UV top. It is recommended to wear a helmet.
Always return to the beach if there is a significant change in the conditions. Please read the previous paragraphs even if you intend to use this product primarily on the snow. These kites are intended for use on the snow as a traction device to propel a rider across wide open snow fields in a controlled and appropriate manner.
Do not attempt to use this kite as a flying device. Do not use this kite to soar from ridges, cliffs or slopes. Do not attempt to launch yourself into the air in any manner which can create excessive impact to the rider upon landing. Extreme caution must be taken when using this kite in any mountainous region, uneven terrain or glacier. Wind condi tions in these areas are notoriously unstable and can change in velocity and direction without notice.
Never use this product in the vicinity of powerlines, liftlines, trees, or other obstacles.. Contact with these obstacles can cause severe injury or death.
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