IDS (Intelligent De-power system)

The Intelligent Depower System (IDS) provides an amazing level of control with minimum rider effort and input. IDS is a simplified bridle and control system exclusive to Cabrinha. IDS produces virtually no bar pressure while delivering precise control of the steering and power of your kite.

IDS is so intuitive that it seamlessly provides 2 stages of depower. Interactive Depower on Demand while riding, and an Absolute Depower method to land your kite. Absolute Depower functions similar to a 5th line system, but without the complexity of the unnecessary 5th line. Our IDS equipped kites use only 4 lines for a simple, uncluttered method of control and security. Additionally, the IDS bridle maintains all of the instant relaunch functionality the Cabrinha kites are famous for.

FEATURES
+ 5th line function with only 4 lines
+ Depower on Demand: 1st Stage of Depower
+ Absolute Depower: 2nd Stage of Depower
+ Improved, direct steering. No pulleys on control bar.
+ Enhanced Control System
+ Instant Relaunch

Cabrinha powerdrive IDS kite bar

Description

With the increasing demand for dynamic function and kite control the 2010 Powerdrive IDS steps up to the plate to meet the challenge. The all new Powerdrive IDS control system has been redesigned from the bottom up to accommodate many new features while streamlining its user interface. The result of this intensive development effort is our most refined and evolved control system to date.

In a huge industry first, Cabrinha has managed to internalize the IDS landing line into the main depower line. The landing line now occupies its own chamber alongside the depower main line for added protection and a streamlined interface. With the all new internal IDS security system, Cabrinha makes good on its promise that performance and security are no longer mutually exclusive. The all new internal Intelligent Depower System (IDS) puts the industry leading 4 line security right at your fingertips when you need it and out of your way when you don’t. We’ve internalized the landing line to protect it from the elements and to simplify the control system. The new IDS landing line is virtually invisible while riding but right there when you need it.

The all new OverSlide™ stopper unit is a sliding system that allows the rider to temporarily let go of the control system to unspin the twists in their control lines. It also serves as a means to contain the bungeed power adjusters. OverSlide™ is designed to slide out of the way when forcefully pushed with the control system. OverSlide™ can be positioned anywhere on the main depower line and the rider can choose their desired sliding tension. The all new OverSlide IDS now gives you the freedom to spin your bar when and where you want along the depower main line. You can choose the release tension and position Overslide where you want.

Features

INTERNAL LANDING LINE
OVERSLIDE IDS
REDESIGNED FLOATING BAR ENDS
REDESIGNED SWIVELING SECURITY PIN
REDESIGNED QR2
NEW BYPASS LEASH ATTACHMENT POINT
REMODELED QR
REDUCED SIZES

The Bar

Overslide IDS

Description

The Overslide IDS unit is a convenience item which provides the user a temporary place to let go of the control bar to unspin their lines. It is now a sliding mechanism which does not have a fixed position on the depower main line. The Overslide IDS sleeve is free to interactively move to the position you select. Overslide IDS can also be used to manage the tension and placement position of your bungeed trim adjusters. The optional installation of this accessory item will modify the IDS Operation instructions on page 20 of the user manual Specifically, these instructions will supersede the subsection for Depower on Demand (stage 1) operation.

Installation does not affect Absolute Depower (stage 2), which remains as the method of releasing residual power from your kite.

Operation

1) The operation of the Overslide IDS unit is simple. Position the unit in your desired location along the depower main line.

Many people ride with the unit set at the point where they can reach the power adjusters but where it does not interfere with normal depower.

2) Squeeze the tension ring to achieve your desired holding tension. The tighter you squeeze, the more difficult it is to move the unit. Separate the tension ring to reduce the load tension.

3) To spin your control system, place the bar up near the Overslide IDS unit. Prior to letting the bar go, spin the bar in the direction needed to take the twists out of your control lines. When the lines have corrected themselves, grab ahold of the bar and resume steering. Take note that you are holding the bar in the correct orientation. The red grip pattern should be on the left and the
gray grip pattern should be on the right.

4) To achieve Depower on Demand (Stage 1 depower) push the control bar into the Overslide IDS unit, pushing the unit towards the kite until the desired depower is achieved. The resistance to move the Overslide IDS unit will depend on the amount of tension you choose on the tension ring. Higher ring tensions will require more force to push the Overslide IDS unit towards the kite to achieve Depower on Demand’s first stage of depower.

5) If need be, you can re-position the unit back to your desired location by sliding Overslide down the main line.

Sprint

The Sprint™* inflation system is a simple to use feature to quickly inflate your kite to an even pressure. The Sprint™ system uses a single inflation point to connect your high volume, two way Cabrinha pump. As you pump your kite with air, all struts and your leading edge inflate 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.

Once the kite is pumped you can choose to clip off, or isolate the air contained in the struts. This way if you damage a strut while in use, the rest of the kite will continue to maintain its pressure. At the end of the session you can choose to deflate your kite completely by disengaging the strut air clips, or you can keep your struts inflated and put your kite away rolled up so that the next session will take just minutes to set up.

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