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- Page 1 USER MANUAL ENGLISH 2018 KITE...
- Page 2 DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE FOR YOUR SECURITY AND PROTECTION. THIS INFORMATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. FOR CURRENT UPDATES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW.CABRINHAKITES.COM IF YOU ARE BELOW THE AGE OF 18, YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN READ THESE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS AND...
- Page 3 • This product is designed and manufactured only for kiteboarding on water or snow. • Keep these warnings, cautions and instructions for future reference. • The following contains key security points to remember when operating your Cabrinha kite, and associated kiteboarding equipment on water, land or snow.
- Page 4 SNOW USE GENERAL GUIDELINES • The points listed under the Recommended Kiteboarding Practice also apply to the use of this product on the snow. Please read the previous paragraphs even if you intend to use this product primarily on the snow. •...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Important Information Wind, Water, & Weather Conditions Wind Range Chart Know Your Ability Level / Kiteboarding Location Kite Care Beach Etiquette Area of Operation Kite Positions, Zone & Power KITE OVERVIEW & CONTROL SYSTEM 2018 1X Control System Overview SETUP Sprint™... -
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this Cabrinha product and welcome to the sport of kiteboarding. As you may know, the excitement of Kiteboarding is attracting people of all ages from all corners of the globe. It’s one of the most dynamic and fastest growing sports in the world. -
Page 7: Important Information
Make sure your control system is rigged and used according to the supplied instructions. • Make sure your kite is compatible with the control system. • Always use your Cabrinha kite with a bypass leash. • NEVER permanently attach yourself to this kite, the control bar, or lines. •... -
Page 8: Wind, Water, & Weather Conditions
Increases in wind strength may also result in greater force being required to oper- ate the QR. Be certain to seek the advice of a professional such as your Authorized Cabrinha Dealer about the performance of the security systems in relation to body weight. -
Page 9: Wind Range Chart
Lighter riders should use a smaller kite and heavier riders may need a size larger. Be certain to seek the advice of a professional such as an instructor or Authorized Cabrinha Dealer before making your decision. -
Page 10: Know Your Ability Level / Kiteboarding Location
IMPORTANT INFORMATION KNOW YOUR ABILITY LEVEL KITEBOARDING LOCATION • Do NOT attempt kiteboarding without ap- • Observe ALL local laws and regulations re- propriate instruction. garding this product and the usage area. • Do NOT kite alone. • Talk to the local riders about the weather conditions and beach rules. -
Page 11: Kite Care
IMPORTANT INFORMATION KITE CARE Due to the often extreme nature of kiteboarding, a thorough approach should be taken when caring for your kite and all its associated rigging, as well as your protective gear. PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION may quickly break down the finish properties of the material and reduce it’s longevity. -
Page 12: Beach Etiquette
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEACH ETIQUETTE Here are some basic things to consider when sharing beaches and water accesses with other users: SAFETY • Follow ALL of the instructions outlined in this manual, other manuals and installation guides. • Follow the instructions and rules and regulations posted at the beaches you use. •... -
Page 13: Area Of Operation
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AREA OF OPERATION This is the 100 meters of area with no obstacles to each side and downwind of the rider. Do not launch your kite if you do not have this distance between yourself and other people, or obstructions. -
Page 14: Kite Positions, Zone & Power
IMPORTANT INFORMATION NEUTRAL ZONE POWER ZONES MEDIUM POWER ZONE MAX POWER ZONE NEUTRAL ZONE MEDIUM POWER ZONE MAX POWER ZONE lofting. On the water, the neutral position can be KITE POSITIONS, ZONE & POWER utilized to rest while you reel in your board, but It is important to understand kiteboarding’s basic on land, we strongly suggest you do NOT utilize zones of power before you launch a kite. - Page 15 OVERVIEW 2018 CABRINHA KITE 1X 8) Pulley 1) Kite Body 9) Front line attachment point 2) Leading Edge 10) Rear line attachment point 3) Airlock™ High Volume Valve 11) Front (center) Lines 4) Sprint™ Valves 12) Steering (rear) Lines 5) Sprint™ Air Distribution Tube 6) Sprint™...
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Page 16: Setup
The SPRINT™ system uses a single infl ation point to connect your high volume, two way Cabrinha pump. As you pump your kite with air, all struts and your leading edge infl ate quickly and simultaneously to the desired pressure. The supplied leash pump and threaded valve connection keeps your kite under control even when pumping up directly in the wind. - Page 17 SETUP INFLATION BASICS See the section on Kite Care before inflating your kite. • Unroll your kite with the struts facing up. • Make sure your back is to the wind and that the leading edge of the kite is closest to your body.
- Page 18 SETUP INFLATION PRESSURE CHART Kite Size Inflation Pressure (psi) 19.0 - 17.0 4-5 psi 15.0 - 13.0 5-6 psi 12.0 - 11.0 6-7 psi 10.0 - 9.0 7-8 psi 8.0 - 7.0 8-9 psi 6.0 & smaller 10-11psi CAUTION: These inflation pressures are for your reference only. Temperature, pressure gauge accuracy and other factors can have an effect on the final inflation pres- sure of your kite.
- Page 19 SETUP TIPS FOR SECURING YOUR KITE • Never leave an infl ated kite unattended on the beach for a long period of time. Winds may shift or change and the kite may become unsecured and fl y off. • Always secure your kite with sand, using more weight than you think you need.
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Page 20: Pause
IMPORTANT! I M P O R TA N T PAUSE! FOR SETUP OF YOUR CABRINHA CONTROL SYSTEM, REFER TO YOUR SUPPLIED CONTROL SYSTEM MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNSURE AS TO WHICH CONTROL SYSTEMS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH THIS KITE, PLEASE REFER TO THE KITE/CON- TROL SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY CHART AVAILABLE ONLINE AT WWW.CABRINHAKITES.COM. -
Page 21: Tuning
TUNING CABRINHA 2018 KITE 2018 Switchblade, 2018 Chaos, 2018 Drifter, 2018 FX, 2018 Contra and 2018 Radar offer 2 settings for depower travel and turning impulse. This is dependent on the attachment position of the rear bridle line and pulley. - Page 22 TUNING DRIFTER TUNING The 2018 Cabrinha Drifter kite also offers two different settings for wind/wave conditions. In the Onshore/Sideshore setting, the kite will sit further back in the window, allowing for maximum slack line drift. The Rear V bridle is attached to both of the lower connections on the LE.
- Page 23 TUNING FX TUNING The 2018 FX Kite has three tuning FREERIDE KITELOOP options for riding styles. FREESTYLE Freestyle This setting provides the maximum slack in the kite for unhooked tricks. Kiteloop This is the stock setting for powered kiteloops. Freeride This provides maximum power delivery.
- Page 24 REPAIRS MAJOR TEARS For a major tear in the kite fabric, consult your dealer for a reputable kite repair loft. To find a Cabrinha dealer in your area, please go to: http://www. cabrinhakites.com/dealers.html FIG 1 MINOR TEARS For a minor tear in the kite fabric, you may repair the tear with kite repair tape.
- Page 25 REPAIRS Go to the base of the sleeve and gently pull the bladder out of the sleeve. Detach the flying line and leave it in the FIG 6 sleeve. Having the flying line through the sleeve will allow you to easily replace the bladder once it is repaired. Slide the air clip back onto the inflation tube.
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Page 26: Repairs - Leading Edge Bladders
REPAIRS REPAIRING LEADING EDGE BLADDERS FIG 1 First, lay the kite out with the struts facing up. Each end of the Leading Edge (LE) bladder is folded over and secured with a Velcro closure. You will also find a zipper access pocket at the center of the LE. Undo each Velcro closure and unzip the center access pocket. - Page 27 REPAIRS 14. Once you have located the leak, dry the area and mark FIG 7 the hole with a circle. A permanent marker works best for this. (FIG 9) 15. Dry and clean the rest of the bladder with a soft towel. 16.
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Page 28: Glossary
GLOSSARY FREQUENTLY USED KITEBOARDING & WIND TERMINOLOGY CENTERLINE ADJUSTMENT STRAP (CAS) Used to depower the kite by changing the relationship between the front and back line lengths. It is also used to position the bar closer to the rider. CONTROL BAR SPRINT TUBES The steering device the rider uses to steer the kite. - Page 29 GLOSSARY KITEBOARDING NEUTRAL POSITION The term used to describe the sport of power kiting on This is the position just above the rider’s head in the sky. If water or snow. the rider levels out the bar, the kite will gravitate to the neu- tral position.
- Page 30 GLOSSARY STEERING LINES The two outside flying lines that attach to the trailing edge bridles on the kite-one to the left wing tip and the other to QRS-QUICK RELEASE SECURITY SYSTEM the right wing tip. A quick release point on the control system which, when activated, detaches the control system from the harness STRUTS loop.