Ozone Explore V3
The Explore V3 by Ozone emerges as a versatile and approachable snowkite designed for enthusiasts ranging from beginners to seasoned adventurers. With its single-surface design, the kite promises an easy, intuitive setup and exceptional handling, creating a reliable experience for snowkiters of all skill levels. One of the unique advantages of the Explore V3 is its lightweight and compact construction,...
Ozone Torque V4
The Torque V4 from Ozone Kites has garnered attention as an impressive advancement in kiteboarding performance, particularly appealing to intermediate to advanced riders. Designed specifically for those who relish big air, freeride, and freestyle riding, the Torque V4 boasts an array of features that enhance both the control and thrill of riding in various conditions. One of the standout characteristics...
Ozone Alpha V3 Ultra-X
The Alpha V3 Ultra-X from Ozone Kites has made impressive strides as a kite designed for enthusiastic riders seeking a top-tier experience on the water. As an ultra-lightweight and highly responsive kite, it caters to intermediate and advanced users, delivering an exhilarating performance for big air and dynamic freeriding. With a focus on user progression, this kite offers the versatility...
Ozone Apex V2
The Apex V2 is a revolutionary hydrofoil board designed for the most progressive kite foilers of today. This super dynamic board offers stiffness, response, and compact shaping, making it a versatile option for various foiling adventures. Featuring a slim, lightweight, and durable construction, the Apex V2 delivers exceptional stability and responsiveness. The increased thickness and volume in the V2 model...
Ozone Code V4
The Code is Ozone's all-around performance twin-tip, and the fourth iteration has just been released. Given the popularity of previous versions, its overall design remains similar, with predominantly construction tweaks to improve the flex and, in turn, performance characteristics. It's a medium rocker, medium flex, progressive outline board of average central width, pulled in tips and some very interesting design...
Ozone Connect V4
One of Ozone’s product taglines is ‘Born Light - Genetically Strong’. This perfectly sums up the new Ozone Connect V4 harness range. The fourth iteration of the Connect harness series is lightweight, travel-friendly, and functional compared to fashion. By prioritising an ergonomic fit to deliver support where you need it without hindering a rider’s freedom of movement, Ozone has delivered...
Ozone Edge V12
The Ozone Edge. I can't think of another kite with both mass market appeal and a wide-ranging reputation for world-class performance. It has helped riders break Woo records, score course racing bullets, and, more recently, stand on the King of the Air podium! Nowadays, the Edge V12 tagline is simply 'Big Air, Epic Hangtime, and High Energy Freeride!' This hybrid...
Ozone R1 V5
The R1 V5 from Ozone is a remarkable advancement in the realm of hydrofoil racing kites, engineered after an extensive four-year development period and over 50 prototypes. This exceptional kite has successfully shed any semblance of freeride DNA, emerging as a dedicated racing machine designed to meet the demands of serious athletes. The R1 V5 boasts superior speed capabilities and...
Ozone Reo V7
Two years after the launch of the V6, the Reo V7 has arrived, offering even tighter tuning for an exhilarating experience on the water. With its joystick control, this iconic kite delivers thrilling sessions every time. The Reo V7 is the perfect surf performance kite, designed to conquer any wave in any location. It features transverse sail shaping, which results...
Ozone Reo V7 Ultra-X
It could be argued that, as a tester, you shouldn't get more excited about certain products than others, but we're all human, and Ozone has just released something special… Ozone has just dropped the new version of the legendary Reo and, in doing so, given us two construction options. The Reo V7 has similar Dacron and canopy types and weights...
Ozone Vortex Ultra-X
It’s always exciting when a brand releases an entirely new product line, but especially when it is their foray into using an Aluula Composites airframe. Now, Ozone is no stranger to new ideas and cutting-edge R&D, and they’re often the pioneers themselves, bringing exciting developments to market. But, having developed and put to good use their own Ultra-X performance dacron...
Ozone Zephyr V8 Ultra
Introducing the Zephyr V8 Ultra-X, a light wind specific freeride machine designed for riders of any level who want to enjoy more time on the water. The goal was to enhance the performance of the Zephyr, making it easier and more fun to ride in light winds. With a huge wind range of 6-20 knots, the Zephyr V8 Ultra-X is...
6 days ago
This is one for the books! Featuring Ozone's Matt Taggart and his good friends Sam Britten, Richard Prout, Gavin Mulvay, Hamish Walton and Robrosa Station....
1 week ago
Designed for intermediate to advanced kiteboarders, Ozone's Torque V4 delivers explosive performance with maximum control. They've taken everything you loved about the Torque series, including...
2 weeks ago
Check out this step-by-step guidance for replacing one of the fibreglass battens that run from the leading edge to the trailing edge of the R1...
3 weeks ago
All Ozone snow kites come with Ozone's unique Internal Re-Ride Release System which has made mountain climbing and packing so much more enjoyable, safe, easy...
4 weeks ago
Designed for both rookie snowkiters and seasoned backcountry adventurers, Ozone's Explore V3’s easy-to-manage, single-surface design makes it the perfect companion for all skill levels. As...
1 month ago
Over the past two years, Pablo Amores has been behind the lens, capturing moments for brands like Duotone Sports, Airush, Gong Galaxy, and Ozone. And...
1 month ago
Mike Walker is having the time of his life with the new Enduro V5, thanks to its multi-discipline handling and improved aerodynamics. If you want...
1 month ago
Paulino Pereira explains how the Enduro V5 is designed to meet the needs of any kiter who wants to rock up at a spot and...
2 months ago
The Enduro V5 builds on its all-round performance heritage with more lift and hangtime than ever before. Inspired by the Vortex project, it now features...
2 months ago
A feast of freeride twin-tip fun as Jesse takes his first sessions on a foil kite, using the Ozone Chrono 9m to fire up lightwind...
2 months ago
Up-and-coming young guns have been crowned at the Qatar Airways GKA Youth Kite World Championships after four days of epic action in the kiteboarding mecca...
2 months ago
Honoured to share an epic WATERMAN day with Everett, aka 'Kai, Kai,' for his Make-A-Wish experience. His fearless spirit, after all he's been through, is...
Issue 107
Santigo Cisneros talks us through Ozone’s latest release, the Enduro V5. Whether launching big air, carving waves, or cruising, this kite’s got you covered with the perfect balance of power, stability, and smooth control. Find out more here.
Issue 106
Rou Chater gives us a glimpse into the ups and downs of living in Wales and the challenges like constant rain and unreliable internet—a fact Rou discovered during a recent podcast recording with Jim Gaunt for this issue's 'The Interview'! Despite technical setbacks that left the recording unusable, Rou found inspiration in Jim's history in the kiteboarding industry, from his beginnings in windsurfing to his role as the Editor and Publisher of Kiteworld Magazine to joining the Ozone team. We've got it all right here!
Issue 106
In a world where Google Maps knows every nook and cranny, there's still space for discovery that echoes through Oman. In this exclusive feature, Sukie dives headfirst into adventure during the ‘Oman Downwinder’ and shares her experience with us. Read all about it right here in the latest issue of IKSURFMAG!
Issue 106
Feast your eyes on Lightroom Issue #106! This gallery contains a collection of some of our favourite images from the last two months!
Issue 105
With the spotlight firmly on big air right now, does it come at the detriment of the many facets of our sport, or even perhaps the very sport itself? At the risk of being burned at the stake, Rou Chater dives deep into the abyss…
Issue 105
Kites from Airwave, Core, and Ozone, along with accessories from ION, Mystic, and Ozone, are put through their paces in this issue. Check out the full reviews here!
Issue 105
Ozone head designer Dom Zimmermann tells us about Ozone's newest big air beast, the Vortex Ultra-X. Dom tells us tales of its development and the wide range of riders finding huge benefits in its surprisingly accessible handling.
Issue 104
Jesse Richman has been around since the very beginning, but his latest move to Ozone surprised a few people, we get the low down from the man himself on why he moved…
Issue 104
Lauriane Nolet and Max Maeder are on a charge for the Olympics in 2024; Jen Tyler finds out what it takes to dedicate your entire life to one goal; the first time kiteboarding will be going for gold in Paris this summer!
Issue 103
With big air kiteboarding reaching ultimate highs, one segment of the sport is all about reaching new lows. Short line big air has launched onto the scene as one of the most exciting and extreme categories of kiting. Is it the future? In this article, we take a look at the state of modern big air and connect with short line pros and industry insiders to offer some insights into the Short Line Revolution!
Issue 103
Big air and free ride are the name of the game in this issue! From freeride specialists like the latest Cabrinha Switchblade and Ozone Edge V12 to big air machines like the North Orbit Pro, FLYSURFER Era, and the 04 Cabrinha Nitro; there's something for everyone in this issue.
Issue 103
What's going on inside the industry? This issue, we check in on some of the big moves in kiteboarding from Jesse Richman to Nathalie Lambrecht to Luca Ceruti. Follow Lorenzo Casati's KOTA adventure, learn how to stay busy in light wind, and get to know Katka Salandova. Check it out right here in On The Fly!
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Ozone head designer Dom Zimmermann tells us about Ozone's big air beast, the Vortex Ultra-X. Dom tells us tales of its development and the wide range of riders finding huge benefits in its surprisingly accessible handling.nn@ozonekites nn
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Welcome to Issue 107 of the world's number-one online Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding magazine! For issue 107, we’re offering five subscribers a chance to win a €100 @duotonekiteboarding Apparel voucher. @rouchater editorial explores AI’s growing role in kiteboarding, while @jenny.tyler interviews…
19 hours ago
In a world where Google Maps knows every nook and cranny, there's still space for discovery that echoes through Oman. In this exclusive feature, Sukie dives headfirst into adventure during the ‘Oman Downwinder’ and shares her experience with us. Read…
2 days ago
This is one for the books! Featuring Ozone's Matt Taggart and his good friends Sam Britten, Richard Prout, Gavin Mulvay, Hamish Walton and Robrosa Station. A day of pure freedom on Mt Pisa, Otaga on New Zealand's South Island. An…
6 days ago
Designed for intermediate to advanced kiteboarders, Ozone's Torque V4 delivers explosive performance with maximum control. They've taken everything you loved about the Torque series, including its powerful grip, and refined it for an even smoother, more thrilling ride in any…
1 week ago
Check out this step-by-step guidance for replacing one of the fibreglass battens that run from the leading edge to the trailing edge of the R1 V5 on sizes 10m through to 21m. These battens provide lightweight reinforcement and distribute load…
2 weeks ago
All Ozone snow kites come with Ozone's unique Internal Re-Ride Release System which has made mountain climbing and packing so much more enjoyable, safe, easy and quick for the user. When activated in an emergency or for comfortably taking a…
2 weeks ago
Designed for both rookie snowkiters and seasoned backcountry adventurers, Ozone's Explore V3’s easy-to-manage, single-surface design makes it the perfect companion for all skill levels. As a dedicated backcountry tourer himself, Ozone designer Stu Yarrow focused on further optimising the Explore’s…
4 weeks ago
Santigo Cisneros talks us through Ozone’s latest release, the Enduro V5. Whether launching big air, carving waves, or cruising, this kite’s got you covered with the perfect balance of power, stability, and smooth control. nnFind out more here - https://www.iksurfmag.com/issue107/?page=151nn@ozonekites…
4 weeks ago
Over the past two years, Pablo Amores has been behind the lens, capturing moments for brands like Duotone Sports, Airush, Gong Galaxy, and Ozone. And then it hit him—He had more than enough footage to put together this ultimate showreel…
1 month ago
Mike Walker is having the time of his life with the new Enduro V5, thanks to its multi-discipline handling and improved aerodynamics. If you want to spend as much time on the water with a kite that can do it…
1 month ago
Issue 107 of IKSURFMAG is out! nnIn this issue, we’re offering five subscribers a chance to win a €100 @duotone.kiteboarding Apparel voucher. @rouchater editorial explores AI’s growing role in kiteboarding, while @jenny.tyler interviews @jamesscarew and the female powerhouse team at…
1 month ago
Paulino Pereira explains how the Enduro V5 is designed to meet the needs of any kiter who wants to rock up at a spot and ride freely, without compromise, whatever the conditions. In this video, you'll find out how to…
1 month ago
Paulino Pereira explains how the Enduro V5 is designed to meet the needs of any kiter who wants to rock up at a spot and ride freely, without compromise, whatever the conditions. In this video, you'll find out how to…
1 month ago
Santi Cisneros explains why the 17m Zephyr V8 Ultra-X is an essential quiver addition if you really want to ride more and have the most fun! Now lighter and faster turning than ever, it makes sessions as easy as possible.…
1 month ago
A feast of freeride twin-tip fun as Jesse takes his first sessions on a foil kite, using the Ozone Chrono 9m to fire up lightwind sessions. Feeling inspired? As we own our own factory where all Ozone paragliders are also…
2 months ago
Posts we shared on our Instagram Page over the last 2 months
Santigo Cisneros talks us through Ozone’s latest release, the Enduro V5. Whether launching big air, carving waves, or cruising, this kite’s got you covered with the perfect balance of power, stability, and smooth control. nnFind out more here - Link…
4 weeks ago
Issue 107 of IKSURFMAG is out! nnIn this issue, we’re offering five subscribers a chance to win a €100 @duotone.kiteboarding Apparel voucher. @rouchater editorial explores AI’s growing role in kiteboarding, while @jenny.tyler interviews @jamesscarew and the female powerhouse team at…
1 month ago
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