Cabrinha Moto 2022 – Specs, Ride Feel & All-Round Performance

The 2022 Cabrinha Moto continues to be a versatile all-round freeride kite that blends smooth power delivery, light handling and broad wind range into a forgiving yet capable platform suitable for freeride, surf crossover, freestyle and foil sessions.

Specifications (2022)

What the Moto is built for

In the 2022 lineup, the Moto sits between pure freeride and crossover performance. It’s designed to be a friendly, approachable kite with light handling and predictable power — perfect for riders who want one kite for a wide range of conditions and styles, without compromising usability or fun.

Features & benefits (2022)

• 3-strut frame for lighter weight and nimble steering
• Light bar pressure for long sessions without fatigue
• Predictable depower for confidence in gusty conditions
• Balanced steering that doesn’t feel locked-in or overly twitchy
• Wide wind range suitable for a variety of conditions
• Smooth relaunch even after deep water stalls
• Consistent lift for controlled jumps and transitions

Ride feel (on the water)

The 2022 Moto feels responsive without being nervous. Steering is balanced — meaning it turns quickly enough for progression, but still holds stability when you need power. Power delivery builds smoothly through the sheet, and the kite remains composed in gusts thanks to careful canopy shaping and the 3-strut platform. Compared with a 5-strut freeride kite like the Switchblade, the Moto feels lighter and more playful, but still offers enough grunt for solid upwind performance and comfortable cruising.

What changed vs 2021

• Slightly refined canopy shaping for smoother bar feel
• Lighter turning initiation for quicker responses
• Better balance between low-end power and top-end stability
• Retained core all-round usability and forgiveness

Who it suits

• Riders who want a true one-kite quiver for freeride, surf, foil and freestyle crossover
• Anyone progressing from beginner freeride toward more dynamic riding
• People who prioritise easy handling and smooth depower
• Foil riders who want predictable bar feel when flying low or transitioning

Who might prefer another Cabrinha kite

• More stable big-air and hangtime → Switchblade
• Wave-focused drift → Drifter
• Freestyle-specific tuning → FX

Official product book PDF

Download Cabrinha 2022 Product Book (PDF)

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