Ozone Enduro 7m 2025
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At A Glance
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 versatility is the Variable Bridle Geometry that lets you tune the bridle to get the kite to fly differently according to the discipline you want.
With three settings, the freestyle option lets the kite sit a little further back in the window, producing constant power and giving you slack after the pop to perform tricks. The big air/freeride setting is in the middle and pulls the kite a little further forward in the window, allowing it to fly quickly for boosting big air. Lastly, the wave setting pulls it further forward, allowing the kite to drift and sit at the front of the window with less pull, allowing you to carve lines on the waves.
New for the V5 Enduro is a new bridle system inspired by the hugely popular Vortex big air kite. It’s a 16-point design designed to create better structural stability in the arc profile, reduce unwanted wingtip flaring, and improve overall kite handling. A new flatter central profile canopy shape is designed to increase the boosting and hang time capabilities and overall handling.
As you would expect from Ozone, build quality is off the charts. They really do make some of the best kites on the market in terms of finish. Tiejin triple rip-stop Dacron is used for the leading edge and struts; this is lighter and stiffer than traditional Dacron. The canopy is Teijin triple rip-stop material, which is lighter and stiffer and much more tear-resistant than traditional canopy materials.
Sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14m
In The Air
The first thing you notice when you launch the Enduro V5 is how eager it is to climb to the top of the wind window. The kite is light, and the reduced profile on the leading edge makes it fast through the sky. The bar pressure has been reduced for this model, and it feels very easy and intuitive to fly. You get enough feedback to know where it is without being a workout on the arms to fly.
The low end on the Enduro V5 is impressive; it is an improvement over the V4, arguably thanks to the more open arc profile. The top end is just as impressive as it always has been. We’ve had the 7m out in some howling winds, and it’s easy to fly and confidence-inspiring. Upwind is excellent, and the kite flies forward in the window with some real drive and power. The 16-point bridle offers a straightforward feel on the bar, and the kite responds instantly to any input. Jumping and hangtime are incredible; this is a real rocket ship with the bridle set in big air mode. Giving you a Vortex-like performance without the added expense of Aluula, it will appeal to many big air riders. The tip shape allows the kite to turn on a dime and be very responsive in the air. Kiteloops are easy and forgiving, and while you can send it around the window a little slower for maximum pull, less experienced riders will enjoy the tamer loops available when you crank the bar.
The relaunch is very good. Pull one line, and the kite quickly rolls over and is eager to get flying again. There is so much to like here, and there are no real complaints. It’s going to appeal to a very broad range of riders, from kiters who’ve just had lessons to seasoned wave riders and big air aficionados. With all the tuning options, there is something for everyone.
The new bridle improves the stability, and the kite is well-behaved in gusty conditions. Being able to tune it is a unique feature; it allows you to dial in how you want the kite to fly. We rode it in all the settings, and it makes a marked difference in the kites handling. As a predominant wave rider who dabbles in big air when the storms come, I find this kite to be really appealing. If you want a kite that can do everything to a very high level, this is arguably one of the best. You can’t really fault the Enduro; it’s a great all-rounder that will suit a lot of riders out there. If you are looking for one kite to do it all, then the Enduro V5 should be on your radar.
Overall
A great all-rounder, the Enduro V5 really can do it all. It’s an easy kite to fly, but it will also reward riders who want to push their own limits. Boosting big airs, freeriding, foiling, waves, and even freestyle are all on the table with this kite. Ozone’s build quality is famous for a reason, and you’ll be impressed by the attention to detail on the Enduro V5. It’s a phenomenal package and will inspire you to push your riding further, giving you the confidence to land big tricks and reach new heights. The new features add a lot in terms of performance, especially for big air. If you want Vortex performance without the price tag, the Enduro V5 comes pretty close!
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This review was in Issue 108 of IKSURFMAG.
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By Rou Chater
Rou has been kiting since the sports inception and has been working as an editor and tester for magazines since 2004. He started IKSURFMAG with his brother in 2006 and has tested hundreds of different kites and travelled all over the world to kitesurf. He's a walking encyclopedia of all things kite and is just as passionate about the sport today as he was when he first started!
