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2024 Cabrinha 04 Nitro Apex 2024 Cabrinha 04 Nitro Apex Kiteboarding Kite
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from $1,699.00
from $1,699.00
Includes: kite and kite bag Cabrinha 04 Nitro Apex Last year Cabrinha introduced the big air evolution of the Nitro to the kite market, and it delivered. One of the most anticipated kites, graspe...
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2022 Cabrinha :02 Switchblade Kiteboarding Kite 2022 Cabrinha :02 Switchblade Kite
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from $749.50
from $749.50
$1,499.00
Includes: kite and kite bag :02 Cabrinha Switchblade PERFORMANCE FREERIDE / BIG AIR No kite has done more in the sport of kitesurfing than the Switchblade.  World Titles, World Records, Podium topp...
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2023 Cabrinha 03S Switchblade Kiteboarding Kite 2023 Cabrinha 03S Switchblade Performance Freeride Kiteboarding Kite
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from $1,027.00
from $1,027.00
$1,469.00
Includes: kite and kite bag Wildcard color: As part of Cabrinha's commitment to reducing environmental impact they decided to utilize all materials by making kites/wings in unique colorways - the W...
2024 Cabrinha 04 Switchblade C1 2024 Cabrinha 04 Switchblade C2
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from $1,509.00
from $1,509.00
Includes: kite and kite bag   Cabrinha 04 Switchblade The longest running and most successful kite in the industry is back for it’s 17th year, and what a year it is. The kite that spawned not only ...
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Coral Red Heron Blue 2023 Duotone Dice SLS Kiteboarding Kite Vanilla Blue 2023 Duotone Dice SLS Kiteboarding Kite
from $1,020.00
from $1,020.00
$2,040.00
Includes: kite and bag 2023 Duotone Dice SLS FREESTYLE / WAVE Short Description The Dice SLS offers performance across a wide range of disciplines; freestyle, big air, kite loops, and breaking wav...
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2023 10m Duotone Evo SLS Kiteboarding Kite Dark Grey-Leading Edge Side Left View 2023 10m Duotone Evo SLS Kiteboarding Kite-Vanilla Color-Leading Edge Side Left View
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from $1,440.00
from $1,440.00
$1,800.00
The best performance all-rounder in the Duotone line up! The Evo SLS is exceedingly capable as a freeride, big air, hooked freestyle, and with the SLS construction, delivers an unparalleled dynamic...
2023/2024 Duotone Evo D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite- Leading Edge Side Left View 2023/2024 Duotone Evo D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite- Leading Edge Top Side Left View
from $2,490.00
from $2,490.00
Experience unparalleled freeride kitesurfing with the revolutionary Evo D/LAB. This cutting-edge kite delivers unmatched performance across a broad spectrum of conditions, boasting extraordinary lo...
Duotone EVO 10m Mint/Dark Grey-Leading Edge Left side view Duotone EVO 10m Mint/Dark Grey-Leading Edge Front View
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from $1,404.00
from $1,404.00
The Evo kite is exceptionally versatile, handling big air, freeride, freestyle, and wave riding with ease. Its intuitive and effortless flying makes it perfect for riders seeking progression. With ...

Kiteboarding Kites

Kiteboarding kites can be broadly categorized into two main types: inflatable kites and foil kites. Each type has its own characteristics and subtypes, catering to different riding styles and conditions.

Inflatable Kites

Inflatable kites, dominate the kiteboarding scene particularly in water sports, are distinguished by their inflatable tubes along the leading edge and struts that provide essential structure and buoyancy. Among these, three main designs have emerged over time: C-kites, the original design characterized by their C-shaped profile and square wingtips, excel in freestyle and wakestyle riding with their high power and stability when unhooked, though they're typically too aggressive for beginners; Bow kites, introduced in the mid-2000s, feature an innovative bridle-pulley system that enables easy depowering and relaunching, making them popular among racers and speed enthusiasts due to their exceptional upwind performance and adaptability in varying wind conditions; and Delta or Hybrid kites, which represent a hybrid approach combining elements of both C and bow kites, featuring a D-shaped profile and compact design that offers easy relaunching capabilities and versatility across different wind conditions, making them particularly suitable for beginners, freeriders, big air enthusiasts, and wave riders thanks to their forgiving nature and gradual turning abilities.

Foil Kites

Foil kites, available in both open-cell and closed-cell designs, represent a distinct category of kiteboarding equipment that differs from traditional inflatable kites. Open-cell kites, characterized by their freely flowing air intakes, excel in light winds and are primarily used for land-based activities and snow kiting, though they aren't ideal for water use. In contrast, closed-cell kites feature valves that trap air inside, making them better suited for water activities, particularly light wind kitesurfing and hydrofoil racing, while offering superior upwind performance and water relaunch capabilities compared to their open-cell counterparts.

Not sure which is best for you? Green Hat is working on a Blog about Foil Kites VS inflatable kites.