CABRINHA Nitro Apex 2026

2026 Cabrinha Nitro Apex – Performance Big Air

The Nitro Apex 2026 has rapidly become the go-to kite for riders chasing maximum height, incredible hang-time and advanced kite-loops. Its reputation for explosive power, stable flight behavior and exceptional predictability gives you the confidence to push your limits further and higher. With the upgraded Airframe inflation system and reinforced construction throughout, this 2026 model is stronger, more precise and more reliable than ever.
Whether you're hitting your first big air loops or committing to full throttle power, the Nitro Apex gives you the platform to step up your riding. Its perfect balance of control, stiffness and responsiveness makes it an essential tool for those who want to go high, land clean and keep progressing session after session.

Available Sizes: 5 m, 6 m, 7 m, 8 m, 9 m, 10 m, 11 m, 12 m, 14 m
Available Colors: C1, C2, C4, C5

Description / Details

The 2026 Nitro Apex features a 5-strut, high-sweep/high-aspect hybrid design. It uses the Airframe Inflation System, a Teijin D2 Ripstop canopy, Ultra HT materials exclusive to the Apex series, Pure Form Panels for aerofoil precision, an optimized airfoil for increased lift and stability, Apex Bridles with thinner, lower-elongation lines, high-support bridle attachment points, trailing-edge EVA rigidity battens, and durable TPU leading-edge bumpers.

Features / Properties

• Airframe Inflation System – streamlined single-point inflation engineered for simplicity, durability and global compatibility
• Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy – lightweight, high-performing material with exceptional durability
• Ultra HT – strong, stable and highly responsive material exclusive to the Apex series
• Optimised Profile – improves lift, stability and performance at high angles of attack
• Pure Form Panels – high-accuracy aerofoil panels designed for efficiency and clean aerodynamic entry
• Apex Bridle – thinner and lower-elongation bridle system for optimal efficiency and reactive steering
• High Support Bridle Attachments – increase stability and expand wind range
• Trailing Edge EVA Rigidity Battens – rigid batten system to improve trailing-edge stability and shape retention
• Durable TPU Leading Edge Bumpers – robust protection for leading edge durability

Key Features

• Maximum Big Air Performance: Designed specifically for high jumps, massive loops and serious hang time
• Predictable yet Powerful: Maintains control and responsiveness even under heavy load and extreme conditions
• High End Stability & Feedback: Reinforced build and premium materials give you confidence when pushing the limits
• Versatile Conditions Use: Built to perform across a wide wind range and in varying conditions
• Clean Aerodynamic Efficiency: Use of Pure Form Panels and optimized wing-tips improves response and speed

Technical Data

Wind Range in Knots (75 kg rider):
• 5 m: 23-40
• 6 m: 21-40
• 7 m: 19-38
• 8 m: 17-36
• 9 m: 15-34
• 10 m: 13-32
• 11 m: 12-27
• 12 m: 11-26
• 14 m: 7-19

Weight of Kite (kg, without bag – tolerances may vary):
• 5 m: 2.14
• 6 m: 2.35
• 7 m: 2.54
• 8 m: 2.78
• 9 m: 2.95
• 10 m: 3.19
• 11 m: 3.35
• 12 m: 3.56
• 14 m: 3.95

Additional Details / Highlights

• Ultra HT – Developed exclusively for kite leading edges; strong, stable and exceptionally responsive; reduces weight and elongation, with a proprietary coating for increased durability and performance
• Teijin D2 Ripstop Canopy – Engineered to provide a lightweight material with exceptional bias control and recovery; pairs with Ultra HT to raise performance and reactivity
• Bullet Proof Bumpers – Durable TPU bumpers that protect the canopy-to-leading-edge seams and resist abrasion when the kite rests on hard surfaces
• 2026 Airframe – Single-point inflation system engineered for simplicity, durability and global compatibility; its streamlined design ensures quick setup and pack-down to deliver reliability in any condition
• Apex Bridles – Thinner, low-elongation bridles optimize efficiency and steering; reduced diameter lines increase airflow efficiency between the lines
• Nitro DNA – The genetic chain that defines this kite; refined design based on big air heritage and modern performance insights