Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Enduro 7m 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Enduro 7m 2025
Ozone Enduro

The Enduro has been part of the Ozone lineup for a while now; it’s a three-strut do-it-all machine aimed at riders of all abilities. Great for boosting, easy to fly, dynamic in the waves and decent for throwing freestyle tricks, it is an all-around performer and has been one of Ozone’s most popular kites to date. The key to its...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Explore V3 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Explore V3 2025
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,...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Hyperlink V4 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Hyperlink V4 2025
Ozone Hyperlink V4

The Hyperlink V4 by Ozone is a remarkable addition to the world of kites, seamlessly merging performance with versatility, making it a standout choice for kitesurfers and snowkiters alike. This ultra-light, crossover foil kite is designed with a focus on user progression, allowing riders at various skill levels to enjoy a broad range of activities, from freeriding to freestyle, and...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Torque V4 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Torque V4 2025
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Alpha V3 Ultra-X 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Alpha V3 Ultra-X 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Apex V2 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Apex V2 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Code V4 138 x 41cm 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Code V4 138 x 41cm 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Connect V4 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Connect V4 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Edge V12 8m 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Edge V12 8m 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone R1 V5 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone R1 V5 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Reo V7 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Reo V7 2024
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...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Reo V7 Ultra-X 7m 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Reo V7 Ultra-X 7m 2024
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...

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Snowkite devotee Matt Taggart relives some magical experiences he’s had in New Zealand recently, exploring Mount Pisa with the Explore V3, the most accessible snowkite...

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5 days ago

Relive the action from the GKA Big Air Challenge 2025!

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6 days ago

Ride Engine is stoked to welcome Santiago Santi Cisneros to the family! Hailing from Argentina, Santi represents the next generation of elite kiteboarders, excelling in...

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2 weeks ago

Jesse Richman’s story is all about connection and pushing boundaries. From building lifelong friendships in the kiteboarding community to teaming up with innovators to create...

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2 weeks ago

This is one for the books! Join Ozone’s Matt Taggart and his crew—Sam Britten, Richard Prout, Gavin Mulvay, Hamish Walton, and Robrosa Station—for a day...

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1 month ago

This video demonstrates how to replace a trailing edge batten on Ozone kites, specifically compatible with the Vortex Ultra-X and Enduro V5 models. Each kite...

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1 month ago

This video shows how to remove and install a bladder in a kite leading edge (LE). For a complete guide on bladder maintenance, check out...

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1 month ago

Now loaded with more lift and hangtime for big air, the Enduro V5 is still also a total weapon for waves, foiling and freestyle -...

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This video shows you how to easily repair your kite strut or the leading edge bladder. Check out the maintenance section on the Ozone website...

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2 months ago

This video shows you how to remove and install a bladder in a kite strut with ease. For a step-by-step guide on removing, installing, and...

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2 months ago

In this video, David Tonijuan shows how to disassemble an Ozone One-Pump System and replace a damaged bladder yourself. Please visit the maintenance section on...

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Issue 108

In this feature, Warek Arnaud takes us behind the scenes of Ozone’s Explore V3 shoot and shares the story of capturing IKSURFMAG’s first snowkite cover!

1 month ago
Issue 108

The IKSURFMAG Test Team has been busy testing some of the hottest new gear, and their reviews are here! This issue features the Ozone Enduro 7m, Ride Engine Carbon Elite Hyperlock, MYSTIC Haze Hoodie, Prolimit - Flare Free-X 6/4 and ION Amaze Amp 5/4 Front Zip. Ready to dive in? Turn the page and check out Tried & Tested Issue #108!

1 month ago
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.

3 months ago
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!

5 months ago
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!

5 months ago
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!

5 months ago
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…

7 months ago
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!

7 months ago
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.

7 months ago
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…

9 months ago
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!

9 months ago
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!

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Posts we shared on our Facebook Page over the last 2 months

This is one for the books! Join Ozone’s Matt Taggart and his crew—Sam Britten, Richard Prout, Gavin Mulvay, Hamish Walton, and Robrosa Station—for a day of pure freedom on Mt Pisa, Otago, in New Zealand’s stunning South Island. With snowkites…

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Snowkite devotee Matt Taggart relives some magical experiences he’s had in New Zealand recently, exploring Mount Pisa with the Explore V3, the most accessible snowkite we make, suitable for all levels. Get out there, it’s on! The new 12m size…

3 days ago

Relive the action from the GKA Big Air Challenge 2025!nn @Cabrinha @CORE Kiteboarding @DUOTONE @GKA Kite World Tour @Harlem Kitesurfing @Ozone @WOO Sports

5 days ago

Ride Engine is stoked to welcome Santiago Santi Cisneros to the family! Hailing from Argentina, Santi represents the next generation of elite kiteboarders, excelling in Big Air, Freestyle, and Park riding.nn @Santiago Cisneros @Ozone @Ride Engine

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This is one for the books! Join Ozone’s Matt Taggart and his crew—Sam Britten, Richard Prout, Gavin Mulvay, Hamish Walton, and Robrosa Station—for a day of pure freedom on Mt Pisa, Otago, in New Zealand’s stunning South Island. With snowkites…

1 week ago

Jesse Richman’s story is all about connection and pushing boundaries. From building lifelong friendships in the kiteboarding community to teaming up with innovators to create the very best gear, his journey is as inspiring as it is exciting. Think this…

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The IKSURFMAG Test Team has been busy testing some of the hottest new gear, and their reviews are here! This issue features the @ozonekites Enduro 7m, @rideengine Carbon Elite Hyperlock, @mysticboarding Haze Hoodie, @prolimithq - Flare Free-X 6/4 and @ion_international…

2 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. Find out more here.nn@ozonekites nn

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…

3 weeks ago

In this feature, Warek Arnaud takes us behind the scenes of Ozone’s Explore V3 shoot and shares the story of capturing IKSURFMAG’s first snowkite cover!nn@ozonekites nn

4 weeks ago

This video demonstrates how to replace a trailing edge batten on Ozone kites, specifically compatible with the Vortex Ultra-X and Enduro V5 models. Each kite bag includes a pre-cut spare batten. Visit the Ozone website here to find out more.nn…

1 month ago

Issue 108 is here! ❄️ nnThis issue features @rouchater reflections on Pembrokeshire’s prime watersports season, a history of King of the Air, and a fresh perspective from @jamesboulding and the @cabrinhakites crew on their annual photo shoot. Follow @hugo.wigglesworth as…

1 month 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. Find out more here.nn@ozonekites nn

1 month ago

This video shows how to remove and install a bladder in a kite leading edge (LE). For a complete guide on bladder maintenance, check out the Ozone website here.nn @Ozone

1 month ago

Now loaded with more lift and hangtime for big air, the Enduro V5 is still also a total weapon for waves, foiling and freestyle - Here's why you should try this kite... Head over to Ozone Kites to find out…

1 month ago

This video shows you how to easily repair your kite strut or the leading edge bladder. Check out the maintenance section on the Ozone website for a complete guide on removing and installing bladders from your kite.nn @Ozone

1 month ago

This video shows you how to remove and install a bladder in a kite strut with ease. For a step-by-step guide on removing, installing, and repairing a punctured bladder, head to the maintenance section on the Ozone website.nn @Ozone

2 months ago

In this video, David Tonijuan shows how to disassemble an Ozone One-Pump System and replace a damaged bladder yourself. Please visit the maintenance section on the Ozone website for a comprehensive guide on removing, installing, and repairing a punctured bladder.nn…

2 months ago

@ozonekites Vortex Ultra-X!nn

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Cape Town delivering!nn @Ruben Lenten @Ozone

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The daily commute of the RideUp crew!nn@ozonekites nn

2 months 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…

2 months ago

The Ozone Hyperlink is a true multi-purpose foil kite. Set it up in closed cell 4-line mode on the water or convert it to open cell 5-line mode for the ultimate in safe and versatile handling on the snow. This…

2 months 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. Find out more here.nn@ozonekites nn

2 months ago

The Ozone Hyperlink is a true multi-purpose foil kite. Set it up in closed cell 4-line mode on the water or convert it to open cell 5-line mode for the ultimate in safe and versatile handling on the snow. This…

2 months ago

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

2 months ago

Posts we shared on our Instagram Page over the last 2 months

Final Results for the GKA Big Air Challenge! nnWhat an incredible week! Over eight days, riders scoured the Western Cape for the perfect gust to launch their biggest jumps. Teams were formed by kite brand, blending amateur riders with World…

1 week ago

Issue 108 is here! ❄️ nnThis issue features @rouchater reflections on Pembrokeshire’s prime watersports season, a history of King of the Air, and a fresh perspective from @jamesboulding and the @cabrinhakites crew on their annual photo shoot. Follow @hugo.wigglesworth as…

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