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2026 Drifter Apex

PERFORMANCE SURF / FREESTYLE SURF
Sale price$1,529.00
SKU: K6KODRFTA005002

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Color:C2
2026 Drifter Apex
2026 Drifter Apex Sale price$1,529.00

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Key Features

TRUE FEEL

Direct and responsive steering allows you to put the Drifter where it needs to be and focus on the wave or the trick you are doing.

COMPACT BRIDLE

The short static pulley-less bridle ensures the ultimate in reactivity and control.

SLACKLINE DRIFT

A term that the Drifter brought to the market, and many have tried to emulate. Focus on the wave ahead, safe in the knowledge that the Drifter kite will drift with you down the line.

WAVE TOUGH

Like any Cabrinha kite the Drifter comes packed with features to give you the freedom to push your limits whether its 1 foot or 50ft.

SMOOTH AS SILK

Precision craftsmanship and assembly allow the Pure Form Panels to crate the cleanest entry to the kite to date.

RAPID POWER CONTROL

Every wave is different, and to maximize your time on them you need to have the ability to power on and off at will.

Style Selector

Freestyle:

Freeride:

Big Air:

Surf:

Foil:

Rider Quote Image
“The Drifter is the ultimate wave kite, whether that’s in mushy small waves or critical pumping overhead bombs. The new squat shape brings excellent low end power while maintaining the Drifters Slackline drift DNA and fast turning that can’t be found elsewhere” ~ Alby Rondina

Wind/Weight Chart

Size 5m 6m 7m 8m 9m 10m 11m
Wind Range in Knots (75kg rider) 21–36 19-34 17–33 16-32 14–30 13-28 12–27
Weight of Kite (kg) Without Bag
(Tolerances may vary)
1.78 1.98 2.18 2.37 2.57 2.77 2.94

ULTRA HT

An Apex series product from the CAB Design Works Team. Developed exclusively for kite leading edges, this is a strong, stable, and exceptionally responsive material. Ultra HT reduces the weight of the leading edge and struts while boasting incredibly low elongation and response. A unique and proprietary coating process increases durability and performance unlike anything you have felt before.

TEIJIN D2 RIPSTOP CANOPY

Engineered to provide a lightweight material with exceptional bias control and recovery, the Teijin D2 Material works hand in hand with the Ultra HT material on the Apex kites to provide the next level in performance and reactivity.

BULLET PROOF BUMPERS

These new Durable TPU bumpers are strong, lightweight and durable. They crossover protecting the canopy to LE sewing. A new manufacturing process helps with abrasion when the kite is resting on a hard surface.

2026 AIRFRAME

A single point inflation system engineered for simplicity, durability, and global compatibility. Its streamlined design ensures quick setup and pack down, delivering the reliability and confidence to perform in any condition.

APEX BRIDLES

Cabrinha's new apex bridles are thinner and have lower elongation that optimises efficiency and steering. The reduced diameter lines increase airflow efficiency as airflow passes between the lines.

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2026 Switchblade Design Works
High Performance

2026 Switchblade Design Works

High-performance freeride with ALUULA precision.

Best For High-performance freeride, big air and riders seeking maximum responsiveness.
Skill Level Intermediate - Advanced
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
Who is this for?

The Switchblade Design Works is for the rider who seeks increased performance in a confidence inspiring design.

Ideal for the freeride twintip kiter, who has ambitions to take their jumping to a new level, riding more powered up, jumping with more consistency. This rider is looking for a kite that helps them push harder and progress to new levels without punishing small mistakes.

For kiters who already know and trust the Switchblades unmatched flying qualities and feel, the full Aluula frame of the Switchblade adds a further level of responsiveness, efficiency and high end control.

The introduction of the Vert-X Bridle provides even more choice in how the kite flies, allowing riders to choose between the Unify High-Y or Low-V configuration to fine tune handling characteristics and overall ride feel.

How does it compare?

Versus Standard Switchblade:

The Design Works version maintains the Switchblade DNA with a focus on stability, wind range, easy jumping, and predictable landings. But the full Aluula frame adds a lighter, stiffer, more responsive feel, leading to better efficiency, faster reaction, and improved performance at both the low and high ends of the wind range.

Versus Nitro / Apex Nitro:

The Nitro may reward expert riders with higher peak performance when perfectly timed, but it requires more precise technique to extract it. The Switchblade Design Works is the ideal choice for most riders who want to jump higher more consistently and land with more control. It is is step closer to the high performance big air area, while remaining easier and more forgiving.

Versus Moto Apex:

The 3 strut Moto Apex is lighter, and very versatile, providing better value for riders who who ride in different styles and conditions. The Switchblade Design Works is for the true twin-tip freerider who wants more structure, increased wind range, better support when overpowered and jumping.

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2026 Moto Apex
Most Versatile

2026 Moto Apex

Versatile all-around freeride.

Best For All-round freeride, progression and one-kite quivers.
Skill Level Beginner–Advanced
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
Shop 2026 Moto Apex
2026 Switchblade Apex
Progression

2026 Switchblade Apex

Stable freeride progression

Best For Freeride, jumping, hangtime and progression
Skill Level Beginner-Advanced
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
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2026 Nitro Apex
Big Air

2026 Nitro Apex

Big air and kiteloop performance.

Best For Powered riding, big air and loops.
Skill Level Intermediate-Expert
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
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2026 Drifter Apex
Wave Riding

2026 Drifter Apex

Wave and foil drift.

Best For Wave riding, surfboards and kite foiling
Skill Level Intermediate-Expert
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
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2026 Moto XL Apex
Light Wind

2026 Moto XL Apex

Light wind efficiency.

Best For Light wind, freeride and getting more sessions.
Skill Level Beginner-Advanced
Freestyle
Freeride
Big Air
Surf
Foil
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