Cabrinha Switchblade 2016 Versus Switch Nitro/Element

[Alysum]

Since there is another discussion about Switch bar going on I thought I mention that if you decide to go for a Switchblade make sure you are getting trimlite bar. Recoil bar belongs in a museum of weird contraptions. Only Cabrinha cult like following explains it's existence on the market. I make my own simple controls but both Cab Trimlite and Switch suits me fine.

The cabrinha trimlite has a safety issue too. The de-power line jams in the tube near the cleat. Search the forums. I'd stay away from both bars.

[marlboroughman]

From the way it looks, Nitro 6 will get up just like a Switchblade.

[Eltreato]

For my money I'd give the Switch kites a shot with no hesitation, then take a kite holiday with all the leftover cash.

[Gautiou]

Same differences between the Nitro 6 and the Cab Switchblade 2017 ?
This last one wins the KOTA with Nick Jacobsen !

[Gautiou]

For kiteloop, go for the Nitro or the Switchblade ?

[Airy]

For me the direct feel is very important. I flown airush vx which had 6 pulleys in total. There was noticeable lag time during steering which made timing more difficult but on the flip side made the kite very smooth. Going to switch kites wich have no pulleys made a huge difference for me. I love the imidiate reaction from the kite when you pull on the bar.
I guess it's personal preference...

[StokedNSmoked]

Agree with Teabag that there is something off with line balance on Nitro. I have 10m N4 and quiver of 2016 SBs and much prefer the latter. SBs much smoother. N4 yanks on me, transmitting gusts via front lines directly to my harness. Comparably intolerable. Emailed Switch and seems not to be a problem with my bar or setup. N4 great boosting but does require you to be more dialed in. Great construction but heavy. The worst is I am having trouble selling N4. SB would have sold easily, so consider this if you sell kites after a few years or decide you don't like after short trial period. Tempted to try N6, but unfortunately my first experience was not as favorable as others unfortunately.

[flysurfing]

Depends what you want .... I had Switch before they are good kites but pretty hard to sell. My best bet is you get 2016 30% off Switch Blade.

Cheers