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Cabrinha X3 vs Duotone Slick

Started by Caribsurf, January 18, 2022, 01:58:07 PM

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Caribsurf

Having a windsurfing background naturally I took to the Duotone Wings. Really like the original and own 4m and 5m.  They weren't best for packing and travel so I also bought Duotone 6m. Great wing, light, powerful but I really miss the confident feel of the boom. With the boom I can jibe without even looking not so with the Unit, I find myself searching and grasping for the handles.  I found the same to be true with my F-One Swing..

Looking at buying a Duotone Slick but also considering the Cabrinha X3 which has "mini booms". I am thinking the Cabrinha might be a nice solution for easy packing and travel but also having the convenience of the boom handles.

Anyone out there used both ? any comments welcome. thanks
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Dwight (DW)

the Cabrinha handles provide the same joy as Duotone booms in my opinion.

I've ridden the 2021 Mantis. FYI, the Mantis 2022 model is only weeks away. Samples are around in Florida.

There is young kid riding Ft Pierce doing insane stuff on the X3. He makes it look good.

Caribsurf

Thanks Dwight good to know.   I don't think Mantis has windows which I prefer.
Hobie Raw 8'10"
Jimmy Lewis Kwad 8'7"
Naish Hover 95 liter 5'7"
F-One Rocket foil board 5'5" 90 liters
Fanatic Aero 1250, 1500, 1750 HA foils
CabrinhaMantis 3.5, 4m 5m. F-One Strike 7m CWC
Hobie 14' race board

Dwight (DW)

in 2021 Mantis was made with and without windows. Two models.

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Caribsurf

great video thanks badger..awesome looking wing, looks great for travel too.  clicks all the boxes for me
Hobie Raw 8'10"
Jimmy Lewis Kwad 8'7"
Naish Hover 95 liter 5'7"
F-One Rocket foil board 5'5" 90 liters
Fanatic Aero 1250, 1500, 1750 HA foils
CabrinhaMantis 3.5, 4m 5m. F-One Strike 7m CWC
Hobie 14' race board