Cabrinha Drifter 2024
Cabrinha Drifter 2024 – Specs, Sizes & Wave Performance Guide
The 2024 Cabrinha Drifter is purpose built for surf and directional riding. Designed around slack line stability and precise control, the Drifter allows riders to focus on the wave while the kite naturally follows and drifts down the line. As part of the Lite Series, this version reduces weight while improving responsiveness and handling.
- Category: Surf / Drift / Strapless
- Struts: 3
- Series: Lite Series
- Feel: Light bar pressure, fast depower, excellent drift
- Best for: down-the-line surf, side/onshore winds, strapless sessions
Specifications (2024)
| Sizes | 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 |
| Design profile | 3 strut moderate aspect hybrid / surf-drift wing tip design |
| Frame material | HTD Lite high-tenacity dacron |
| Canopy | Nano Ripstop |
| Construction highlights | Bi-directional pure profile panels, ultralite bladders, trailing edge EVA battens, low elongation bridle |
| Inflation | Sprint 3.0 single point system |
| Product code | K4KODRIFR |
What it’s built for
The Drifter’s design starts with one priority: slackline drift. In real wave riding, your lines go slack when you drop into the pocket. The Drifter is built to stay aloft and stable during that moment, so you can commit to your turns without the kite surging, stalling or pulling you off the wave. Beyond pure wave riding, the Drifter is also a proven platform for strapless progression.
Key features
- Slack-focused drift profile for down-the-line riding
- HTD Lite frame for lighter and more reactive handling
- Low elongation bridle for more precise steering response
- Bi-directional pure profile panels for improved canopy accuracy
- Ultralite bladders for reduced weight
- Nano Ripstop canopy for durability and stability
- Trailing edge EVA battens for canopy support
- Sprint 3.0 single point inflation system
Ride character
The Drifter naturally parks and drifts when lines go slack, allowing clean carving without unwanted pull. Steering is quick and reactive for repositioning on the wave face, while depower is immediate and controllable. - ideal for changing sections and variable wind angles.
What changed vs 2023
- Lite Series construction emphasis for reduced weight and faster handling
- Refined tuning focus aimed at quicker, more reactive kite positioning
- Continued profile accuracy improvements through the bi-directional panel approach
Who it suits
- Wave riders prioritising drift and control in the pocket
- Directional riders in side-shore/onshore conditions
- Strapless riders mixing surf lines with airs and transitions
- Foilers who want a kite that won’t surge when lines slacken
Who might prefer another Cabrinha kite
- Freeride boosting + all-round stability → Switchblade
- Freeride crossover / playful turning → Moto X
- Freestyle crossover / loops + tricks → FX2
Official product book PDF
Download Cabrinha 2024 Product Book (PDF)
FAQ
What sizes does the Drifter 2024 come in?
5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12.
Is the Drifter only for wave riding?
It’s built for waves and drift first, but it’s also excellent for strapless airs and surf-style sessions.
What’s the main benefit of the Drifter?
Slackline drift—staying stable and controllable when your lines go slack so you can focus on the wave.