Cabrinha Custom vs Underground FLX 06

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Octane
Octane
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20 Aug 2005 12:15pm
Interested in feed back from what guys think of these two boards, only differences I have noticed are the quite sharps ends of the FLX, which also seems to have more flex in the board, where as the Custom, is a little stiffer.

Which board would be ideal for wake/surf mix?
elizabethb
elizabethb
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20 Aug 2005 2:36pm
I was fortunate enough to see the new Cabrinha Custom 28 in action at the cable park two weeks ago, and as described, it is exceptional for the wake style of riding. He could edge really well, get really good pop of pretty calm water (apart from those on the cable in front of him), and land very smoothly on all the tricks he did. However, as Cabrinha claim on their site http://www.cabrinhakites.com/products/custom.php ,
quote:
these boards were developed for the new school of wake tricks where pop is absolutely necessary, the wider outline and raised tips make it the ultimate freeride board as well. The combination of rocker and a lively flex pattern make the Custom fit well into choppy water without the usual face shots from a too flat rocker line.


It doesn't mention surf, but those who go for a more surf than wake style would do doubt know. I have no doubt with any of the things Cabrinha claim this board can do, because after seeing it in action and what it is cable of, and only having Cabrinha equipment.

Also another factor which might influence your choice, the Cabrinha Custom being $880 AUD, and the Underground FLX 05 being $ 949 and not being the new model. I haven't heard anything about a new Underground board though, but I cannot wait to see more new ranges of kites and boards available in general.

All the best with your search for information mate.
elizabethb
elizabethb
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20 Aug 2005 3:04pm
Glaucus has the right idea with the difference between the sharp rail and the fairly flat board with little rocker, however a surfboard has quite smooth rails and is more curved on the ends, rather than having severe edges. etc.

quote:
Originally posted by glaucus atlanticus

I think that there is quiet a few of us in the surf/kite program, who are wondering what the best boards are. Myself included.

The one that really grabs my attention at the moment is this one.

http://www.loose.it/loose_wave.htm

I`ve not ridden it but, it seems like they have the right idea.

Duh........I forgot to say, it has a 10mm rail and not a sharp edge like a flat water kiteboard. That has me really intrigued!


www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8691
greenleader
greenleader
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QLD, 5283 posts
20 Aug 2005 8:18pm
thanx for the info liz
paulio
paulio
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QLD, 890 posts
21 Aug 2005 11:26am
You will get a miagrain , nautious , a bloody headache
By the time you decide and summer will be over,

Just buy the flx , it will grow on you .
my 2c
Octane
Octane
WA
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WA, 72 posts
21 Aug 2005 10:14am
Thanks for your input guys, had a good look at both yesterday, both seem to be very similar boards, however the Custom is slightly heavier, about 0.5 - 1 kg, so put the deposit on the Custom, slightly cheaper and won't have to wait till mid Sep to get it. Will get the Custom this week. Woohoo, back to the water now for me.
howley
howley
WA
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WA, 316 posts
21 Aug 2005 11:52am
I don't think so Octane.
Now that you got a new board it won't be windy. Way to not take one for the team!

Luke
Octane
Octane
WA
72 posts
WA, 72 posts
21 Aug 2005 2:10pm
Howley,

Yeah I know, it'd be just my luck that we won't see wind for a while now, Sorry, but hey, surely it won't last forever, actually I'll take that back, you know, don't want to jinks us now do I.

Oh God, please..............
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