The philosophy of this project was simple;

To enhance the performance of the Mantis through the introduction of unique materials.

One of the unique properties of Aluula gold is the incredible ratio between stiffness and weight.

Through prototyping design and development Cabrinha found that the introduction of Aluula Gold to the centre section of the LE and the strut provided an immediate increase in performance and reactivity.

The Mantis has been a benchmark for Cabrinha and the wing foil world since its inception. A product that not only helped define it’s place in the market, but also lead way to many others who have tried to tap into it’s unique and special feeling. Cabrinha took this foundation and went to work to create the Mantis Apex.

At the core of the Apex is Aluula Gold, a material that’s as light as it is responsive. By building it into the center section of the leading edge and strut and utilizing HTD Lite in the wingtips, Cabrinha have created a wing that reacts faster, holds its shape longer, and gives back exactly what you put in.

The Mantis Apex is more than high end performance. The wing breathes with you, alive in the gusts, stable in the glide. It’s sharper. More controlled. More intuitive.

For Cabrinha, design isn’t about trends. It’s about feel. And when something feels this right, you know it’s built with purpose.