Cabrihna Icon which size ?

[Sesmo]

Hi All,

First of all, I just registered and this forum really rocks.

I am a beginner Kiter, do not go upwind yet and thinking to buy a Cabrihna Icon board.

Which size would you suggest I should take knowing that my weight is 150 (67 kg).

Thanks in advance for any recommandations.

Cheers

[Hampton]

I started on a directional surf board. My second board was a Litewave 169. I quickly moved on to the Cab Lab Rat 150. I am now on the Rat and a Litewave 115. I haven't ridden an Icon, but I have heard that the 130 is too small. I weigh 145 lbs. I would recommend the 150, but I have to admit, sometimes I wish my Lab Rat was a 140. I never use my Litewave 169 anymore. It's waaaaayyyyyy ttttoooooooo BBBBIIIIGGGG and heavy.

Good Luck

[jimmyc]

Get the 130 if you are not a heavyweight...it works for all size kites in all conditions.

If you want a real board, get the Slingshot 122 SX or Misfit 122....super sweet

[Hampton]

JimmyC,

The question was posted by a beginner that doesn't yet go upwind. The 130 is probably not his best board. Eventually, I agree with you completely. Depending on athleticism, local conditions, past experiences, etc., I feel it is better to walk before you run. Then, run like Hell!!!

[Sesmo]

Thanks Hampton,

I was already thinking of the Icon 150, but now I am pretty sure.

You are right, for my first board it's better to walk than run.

Cheers

[longy1975]

Go the 140, the 150 is a big monster for your weight, once you get the hang of it you will be glad you got a board a little shorter. I'm on the 130 and it rocks, its all about being powered up

[kalabra]

I ride the Icon 140 as my only board, it works great with my 16m2 and my 12m2. I have tried both 150 and 130. The 130 is great with good wind but I cant stay planning a lot longer with 140 when the winds is not strong enough for 130. The 150 feels to big. For a beginner its good but I think you will want something smaller after 5-10 times planning.

[Sesmo]

Thanks for all your replies and suggestions.

I finally ordered the 140 Icon it seems to be the good compromise.

Cheers

[Nico]

Hi Sesmo.
You did the right thing there.
Myself (85Kg) ride the 140 and it,s good in most conditions.
Nico

[startup]

Bit old, but the cabrinha prankster 150ish is a great board for your level. Its what i used at your level, in a lot of ways in behaves like a much smaller board, it looks cool, and will be cheap to pick up now.