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It’s often overwhelming to navigate the many different types of kites offered today. There are Bow kites, classic C kites and a host of Hybrid shapes. Since most kites today are comprised of slightly different outlines and a cascading bridle to support the leading edge it’s often difficult to tell each of them apart. Here is a quick overview of what makes Cabrinha kites not only different, but superior in performance, efficiency and re-launch. Read on and see why Cabrinha kites are light-years ahead of the competition and why these kites work specifically well for our Inland use. Cabrinha kites vs C-shape kite comparison Side view of Bow and C-shape kite C-shape kitesThe first kites that served kitesurfing were the C-shape kites, these kites are old technology and have poor safety systems, difficult re-launch and should not be considered for purchase at all!!!In 2006 Cabrinha kites launched the first Bow kite which changed the whole Kitesurfing Industry. Due to more complex conditions Inland these kites are the safest and have a guaranteed 10 second re-launch from the water making them the only choice to start Kitesurfing Inland. They even perform better at the coast. Efficient Airflow of Cabrinha KitesThe signature characteristics of a bow kite are the generous amount of sweep in the wing tips and the prominent concave in the trailing edge. These two features work together to provide a kite with a trailing edge shape that matches the leading edge. This is the most important feature of any kite when discussing clean airflow over the canopy.In the case of a C-shape kite without the swept tips and concave trailing edge, the trailing edge does not match the leading edge when flying under load. This creates a major disruption in the airflow over the canopy. The change in shape causes the center of the kite to lift and the wing tips to be sheeted in which makes the kite fly slower through the sky especially when flying on the upstroke. A bow kite, with its concave trailing edge, maintains its trailing edge shape relative the leading edge arcs, providing a clean and true foil. This feature by itself is responsible for the incredible efficiency and wide wind range of a Cabrinha kite.
DepoweringDue to their old technology, C-shape kites have minimal/no depowering capabilities, resulting in a dreadfully unsafe kite.Cabrinha kites consist of a 3 stage safety system, unrivaled by any other brand on the market Watch this video clip and see why Cabrinha’s safety systems is superior to other brands Cabrinha kites are far superior in performance and safety, making this the perfect choice for Inland use. Due to our gustier conditions and Cabrinha exceptional depowering and ease of re-launch, Cabrinha kites are the only kites proven to get you up and riding in no-time as well as advance your existing riding skills even more!!!
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