05 Cabrinha Mantis
In a sport that is so young, its hard to say that there is a benchmark, but the Mantis may be just that. In it’s 5th generation the Mantis has undergone a redesign to take it further into the realm of the wing that is often copied, but never imitated. Increased segments in the wingtip to aid in better canopy tension, an outline change to shift the draft balance forward to increase power on the front hand, as well as the introduction of a new rigid batten to help are just some of the key features that set this wing apart from the rest.
The Mantis remains the top choice for riders seeking reliable power and unmatched performance. Whether you're using our widespan handles or the new ‘Handle Bar’, you can count on having an exhilarating experience every time you hit the water.
FEATURES
- NEW: Draft forward outline for a more refined balance
- NEW: fine tuned size progressive wing tip twist for forgiving sheeting
- NEW: Lightweight Graduated TE load distribution panel for improved efficiency of the loaded sail
- NEW: refined draft forward airfoil flow, with increased front hand balance
- NEW: Carbon composite batten for improved TE stability
- NEW: Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy - Lightweight, high performing with exceptional durability
- Convex strut for improved frame stiffness and extended TE canopy support
- Spanwise load path panel layout
- Fully moulded composite widespan handles with indexing mounting interface
- Full rigid performance LE handle with anti-abrasion patch
- Heavy duty UHMPWE reinforced closing seam construction
- High Tenacity dacron for enhanced dihedral stability and improved handling characteristics
- Sprint 3.0 and deflate valve(4.5m and up)
- Durable TPU bumpers
- 2-ply high rigidity centre load reinforcement for added arc and dihedral stability
- Low dihedral for high projected area power and front handle drift stability
- Featherlite bladders
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Want to see something in person? Or just want to hang and talk kite? Stop by our shop, we carry all the top brands including Duotone Kiteboarding, F-One, Eleveight Kites, Flysurfer, Mystic, ION and Dakine to name a few! Nearly all the gear that we sell on our website is in stock at our shop, and if its not its only a few days away and shipped right to your front door. We are staffed with only the best knowledgeable friendly kiteboarders in the area! Together we have a combined 25 years of experience in this industry! Come Ride with Us!
1031 4th Street N. St.Petersburg, FL 33701
Call: 1 941-780-5744
Email: info@bestprokiteboarding.com
Drew Christianson
Drew is the owner as well as the Head Instructor for Best Pro Kiteboarding. He has been kiteboarding for over 15+ years starting when he was just 15 years old at the famous Sunshine Skyway in Saint Petersburg, Florida. He's interest in being on the water as many days of the year, lead to his passion for sharing this sport with others. His teaching career started in 2010 under the previous owners at Best Pro Kiteboarding. As his passion lead to progression inside the sport, he turned pro in 2011 and has been competing and traveling all over the world for the last 13 years. With wins at the US Freestyle Nationals aka BOTG's in Hood River, Oregon and years of competing in the most prestigious rider invite only events on the planet, such as The Triple-S and The Slider Project.
Drew Christianson is currently sponsored by Duotone Kiteboarding, Patagonia, and Hobie Eyewear. With thousands of hours in the water teaching and tens of thousands of hours kiting himself there is no one more experienced in the water that is coaching in the United States. In this time he has created the Perfect Lesson Plan, geared to get you in the water faster and safer then anywhere else. We look forward to getting you on your way to learning this amazing sport, and out on the beautiful waters of the Tampa Bay!
