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Cabrinha Drifter Apex Kite - 2025

SKU: K5KODRFTA005001
Sale price£1,415.00
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PERFORMANCE SURF / FREESTYLE SURF

SIZES: 5 / 7 / 9 / 11 m

The Drifter, a legendary name in wave riding, has reached an extraordinary new milestone with the introduction of the Apex Design. This latest evolution integrates cutting-edge materials and innovative design elements to push the boundaries of surf and freestyle performance.

With shorter wingtips, the redesigned Drifter makes more efficient use of its canopy, allowing for sharper, more agile turns. Enhanced with Ultra HT and Teijin D2 materials, this kite is the most advanced Drifter ever, combining unmatched strength, responsiveness, and durability.

Whether you’re carving down a wave, preparing for a big air trick, or navigating flatwater freestyle, the Drifter Apex ensures an unparalleled kiteboarding experience.

Experience the next evolution in wave and freestyle kiteboarding with the Drifter Apex — where cutting-edge materials meet innovative design for unmatched performance on the water. Whether chasing waves or mastering tricks, this kite delivers the versatility and precision every rider craves.

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Cabrinha 2025 Drifter Kite C1 Teal Grey
Cabrinha Drifter Apex Kite - 2025 Sale price£1,415.00

Description


DESIGN DETAILS

The Cabrinha Drifter kite's latest version is tailored to enhance freeride performance. Its lightweight canopy design guarantees swift and nimble handling, making it perfect for drifting through waves or enjoying some foil adventure. Additionally, the ultralight bladders enhance its overall lightweight profile, while the Nano Ripstop Canopy bolsters its durability, stability, and agility. We strongly suggest this adaptable kite to all riders seeking to soar high and conquer the waves with ease, as it truly excels in every facet of kiteboarding.

DESIGN PROFILE

3-strut, moderate aspect ratio hybrid design. Surf/drift wing tip design.

FEATURES

  • NEW: Ultra HT - strong, stable, and responsive material, exclusive to the Apex series
  • NEW: Pure Form panels - High accuracy aerofoil for efficiency
  • NEW: Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy - Lightweight, high performing with exceptional durability
  • NEW: Featherlite bladders
  • Slackline drift for down-the-line surfing
  • Trailing edge EVA rigidity battens
  • Sleeved bridles - Low elongation, high performing, user friendly performance bridle
  • Durable TPU Leading edge bumpers
  • Sprint 3.0

KEY FEATURES

Light Bar Pressure - Direct and responsive steering

Short Static Bridle - A short compact pulleyless bridle ensures the ultimate in control and stability as well as response.

Slackline Drift - The secret behind every Drifter that has become iconic in the industry.  Focus on the wave, while your kite ‘Drifts’ effortlessly down the line.

Bomber Construction - Like with any Cabrinha kite, the Drifter comes packed with features to give you freedom to push your limits, whether in 1 foot or 10 foot waves.

Smooth as Silk - Pureform Panels provides the cleanest entry profiles to date, taking the performance of the Cabrinha products to all new heights.

Rapid Power Control - No wave is the same, and the on demand rapid depower and power of the Drifter allows you to stay in the right place, or get to where you need to be.

TECH SPECS

Ultra HT - An Apex series product from the CAB Design Works Team.  Developed exclusively for kite leading edges, this is a strong, stable, and exceptionally responsive material. Ultra HT reduces the weight of the leading edge and struts while boasting incredibly low elongation and response.  A unique and proprietary coating process increases durability and performance unlike anything you have felt before.

Teijen D2 Ripstop Canopy - Engineered to provide a lightweight material with exceptional bias control and recovery, the Teijin D2 Material works hand in hand with the Ultra HT material on the Apex kites to provide the next level in performance and reactivity.

Bulletproof Bumpers - These Durable TPU bumpers are strong, lightweight and durable. They crossover protecting the canopy to LE sewing. A new manufacturing process helps with abrasion when the kite is resting on a hard surface.

Sprint 3.0 Inflation - The Sprint 3.0 inflation system increases air flow from leading edge to the strut. The straight and angled valves allow for no kinking of the inflation tube. It's secure fit design also allows for easy maintenance.

Sleeved Brides - Low elongation, high performing, and user friendly these bridles are the perfect blend of performance and functionality.

Expandapack Kite Bag - An all NEW stylish expanding backpack allows for fast packdown and comfy transportation of your kite, pump and control system.  Easily Expands to carry multiple kites in one bag leading to more adventure and less faff!


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