2026 Cabrinha Switchblade-Apex
Performance Freeride
With the upgraded Airframe inflation system, precision craftsmanship and a design and construction process refined for performance, the 2026 Switchblade is smoother, stronger and more reliable than ever before.
From first jumps to record heights. Freeride sessions to unhooked freestyle tricks, the Switchblade gives you the confidence to ride harder, fly higher and push further, knowing that your kite is built to perform session after session.
FEATURES:
- Airframe Inflation System
- Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy - Lightweight, high performing with exceptional durability
- Ultra HT - strong, stable, and responsive material, exclusive to the Apex series
- Switchblade DNA, cutting edge handling and performance
- Pure Form Panels - High accuracy aerofoil for efficiency
- Apex Bridle - thinner and lower elongation bridle for optimal efficiency and reactive steering
- Trailing edge EVA rigidity battens
- Light and playful control response
- Durable TPU Leading edge bumper
KEY FEATURES:
Teijin D2 Canopy Material
Lightweight with exceptional bias control, the Teijin D2 Material works hand in hand with the Ultra HT to provide the best in performance and reactivity.
Direct Control
A no pulley bridle gives you lighter feeling, increased reaction time and an overall more responsive kite.
Ultimate Performance
The most versatile kite in the industry allows for use in the widest range of conditions and variety of riding styles.
Sheet And Go
It doesn’t get any easier no matter what the wind condition. Power up the kite and ride away.
All Angles
With incredible upwind performance the unique profiles of the Switchblade help deliver incredible efficiency at any wind speed to keep you upwind while others are doing the walk of shame.
Smooth As Silk
Precision craftsmanship and assembly allow the Pure Form Panels to crate the cleanest entry to the kite to date.
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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!
