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2026 Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works Aluula kite featuring Vert-X Bridle for lighter weight, faster response and an expanded wind range.
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2026 Switchblade Design Works

HIGH PERFORMANCE FREERIDE
Sale price$2,749.00
SKU: K6KOSWTCD-008003
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2026 Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works Aluula kite featuring Vert-X Bridle for lighter weight, faster response and an expanded wind range.
2026 Switchblade Design Works Sale price$2,749.00

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Key Features

High or Low

The use of the Vert X bridle has allowed for the Switchblade Design Works to fly well in either the High or Low V set up, depending on your style of riding and conditions.

Smooth as Silk

Pureform Panels provide the cleanest entry profiles to date, taking the performance of the Cabrinha products to all new heights.

Easy Up

The Switchblade has always been a great boosting kite, but the use of the Aluula frame takes this version to new levels.

The Range

The combination of Aluula giving the support in a wider range of conditions, as well as the chance to fly the kite in both high and low V gives the Switchblade Design Works the largest usable range in it's history.

Park and Ride

One of the most defining features of the Switchblade is it's ease of use, and the ability for a rider to dive the kite and go.

All Angles

With incredible upwind performance the unique profiles of the Switchblade Design Works helps deliver incredible efficiency at any wind speed to keep you upwind while others are doing the walk of shame.

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"This kite just makes everything feel easy. It's so light and quick to respond, but still gives me loads of confidence no matter what the conditions are doing. I can just get out there, have fun and push myself without even thinking about the kite." ~ Hannah

Wind/Weight Chart

Size 8m 9m 10m 12m
Wind Range in Knots (75kg Rider) 16–32 13–29 11–27 9–23
Weight of Kite (kg) Without Bag
(Tolerances may vary) 		2.65 kg 2.80 kg 2.95 kg 3.34 kg

Aluula Airframe

The use of Aluula Gold in the leading edge and struts gives the Switchblade Design Works a boost in performance and range.

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 Moto's HT140 leading edge to provide the next level in performance and reactivity.

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.

Vert-X Bridle

The Vert X bridle and single sliding load block allows the kite to adapt to high or low V settings without sacrificing the arc shape.

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.

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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
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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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