Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works 2026

The Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works 2026 is the Aluula-built Switchblade: the same predictable, confidence-inspiring handling in a lighter, stiffer and more reactive package, with the Vert-X bridle for Unify High-Y or Low-V set-ups. 8–12m.

The all new Switchblade Design Works has been developed specifically to work with the unique characteristics of Aluula construction.

Using the proven Switchblade DNA of predictable, confidence-inspiring handling, the Design Works version delivers a lighter, stiffer, and more reactive feel, giving riders improved responsiveness, greater efficiency, and support through an even larger wind range.

The introduction of the Vert-X Bridle provides even more choice in how the kite flies, allowing riders to choose between the Unify High-Y or Low-V configuration to fine tune handling characteristics and overall ride feel.

Key features

• High or Low V: The use of the Vert X bridle has allowed for the Switchblade Design Works to fly well in either the High or Low V set up, depending on your style of riding and conditions.
• Smooth as Silk: Pureform Panels provide the cleanest entry profiles to date, taking the performance of the Cabrinha products to all new heights.
• Easy Up: The Switchblade has always been a great boosting kite, but the use of the Aluula frame takes this version to new levels.
• The Range: The combination of Aluula giving the support in a wider range of conditions, as well as the chance to fly the kite in both high and low V gives the Switchblade Design Works the largest usable range in it’s history.
• Park and Ride: One of the most defining features of the Switchblade is it’s ease of use, and the ability for a rider to dive the kite and go.
• All Angles: With incredible upwind performance the unique profiles of the Switchblade Design Works helps deliver incredible efficiency at any wind speed to keep you upwind while others are doing the walk of shame.

Specifications

Specifications from Cabrinha; tolerances may vary.