Chrono V5

Universale ad alte prestazioni

Progettato per tutti i piloti di twin-tip e hydrofoil che desiderano spingersi oltre i propri limiti e ottimizzare le condizioni disponibili, sia per raggiungere alte velocità che i massimi tempi di Hang time!

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Estimated current manufacturing time: 12 days

Universale ad alte prestazioni

  • Kite foil ad alte prestazioni
  • Una forma della vela perfezionata per una migliore accelerazione e una manovrabilità più fluida
  • Impostazioni allround, twin-tip e hydrofoil
  • Nuove dmisure più piccole con prestazioni entusiasmanti con vento forte
  • Per Rider esperti o con precedenti esperienze con il Kite Foil

Evoluzione continua

La Chrono V5 non è una rielaborazione del design come il modello V4, ma è invece una continua evoluzione di una maneggevolezza raffinata. Dal punto di vista delle prestazioni, si colloca ancora tra i modelli Hyperlink e R1.

  • La progettazione del V5 si è concentrata sul perfezionamento della forma della vela, che ha portato ad ottenere loop più rotondi con una migliore accelerazione, una gestione generalmente più fluida e un minore stallo.
  • Le nuove taglie da 9 e 7 metri sono in grado di fornire una spinta e una planata immense, offrendo possibilità di prestazioni davvero entusiasmanti con venti più forti.
  • Inoltre la nuova valvola ha una nuova forma che consente un gonfiaggio più rapido e una migliore tenuta di pressione.

Sebbene sia solo leggermente più impegnativo dell’Hyperlink da pilotare, lo spettro delle prestazioni del Chrono V5 si avvicina alla straordinaria macchina da corsa R1, liberando il vostro potenziale di progressione.

CREDENZIALI PER IL FOIL KITE AD ALTE PRESTAZIONI

Il Chrono V5 porta avanti con orgoglio la ricca eredità dei suoi predecessori. Realizzato meticolosamente utilizzando tecnologie di progettazione all’avanguardia, questo kite offre prestazioni accessibili ed eccezionali.

Sebbene le nuove misure da 9 e 7 metri siano state progettate per affrontare venti più forti, il Chrono V5 è ancora focalizzato sull’offerta di sessioni epiche sia per i Hydro Foil che per i Twin-tip che desiderano spingere i propri livelli di performance con venti leggeri e di media intensità.

TRANSVERSE SAIL SHAPING & AERODYNAMIC GAINS

Introdotto sul Chrono V4, il nostro innovativo design della leading Edge Transverse Sail Shaping ottimizza la sezione piu’ importante dell’aerofoil, ottenendo una superficie più liscia e prestazioni aerodinamiche più dolci.

VOLO FLUIDO, POTENZA E SENSIBILITÀ COSTANTI

Il Chrono V5 si basa ancora sulla stessa forma planimetrica del V4, con un numero elevato di celle e un numero relativamente basso (e più corto) di briglie. Questo non solo riduce la resistenza aerodinamica, ma rende anche un set-up più facile e semplificato rispetto ad altri design basati sulle prestazioni presenti sul mercato.

Splendidamente leggero e con una stabilità senza pari, la risposta immediata del Chrono V5 agli input della barra rende facile trovare potenza anche nelle raffiche più deboli, aiutandovi in condizioni in cui la potenza disponibile sarebbe altrimenti minima.

La sensazione di leggerezza della barra, recentemente migliorata, fa sì che l’affaticamento non sia più un problema, mentre il movimento fluido e dinamico produce un’erogazione di potenza costante durante le curve, per un’esperienza di volo molto diretta.

LEGGERO, ERMETICO E ROBUSTO

Integrando un doppio tessuto rip-stop leggero, ermetico e robusto sulle superfici superiore e inferiore, il rivestimento idrorepellente del Chrono V5 migliora le caratteristiche di volo e facilita il rilancio in acqua.

In Ozone la durata incontra la leggerezza, come sempre.

Le prese d’aria perfezionate sulla leading edge garantiscono un gonfiaggio efficiente, una tenuta migliore e un posizionamento ottimizzato per una pressione interna dell’aria costante. Questi miglioramenti aiutano anche le capacità di rilancio sia a terra che in acqua, garantendo un recupero eccellente.

PIÙ SI SPINGE, PIÙ SI OTTIENE

Quando si guida un Hydrofoil, il Chrono V5 dà la sensazione di avere le mani sul volante di un’auto sportiva ad alte prestazioni; più si spinge, più il motore è performante. Sia che si tratti di fasre angoli acuti di bolina, sia che si tratti di sfrecciare sin donwnwind ad alta velocità, il kite offre un’accelerazione e un’agilità notevoli.

Anche le uscite di bolina senza sforzo sono scontate su un twin-tip e, quando si tratta di provare le emozioni più crude della navigazione, troverete grandi emozioni sull’acqua piatta semplicemente tirando la barra e lasciandovi andare.

Anche quando si scatena l’enorme potenza e velocità del kite, il controllo fluido e la risposta agile forniscono tutta la fiducia di cui avete bisogno per caricare il vostro rail e spedirvi verso le stelle.

La ricerca dell’eccellenza aerodinamica ad alte prestazioni vi ha portato qui.

Con il Chrono V5, la vostra esperienza di kiteboarding si accende e trasforma vasti spazi oceanici nel vostro parco giochi personale.

COSA SI SENTE

  • Maneggevolezza super fluida
  • Stallo più tardivo = risposta dell’azione sterzante su una parte maggiore della finestra del vento
  • Incredibili prestazioni di bolina, anche con venti molto leggeri
  • Un’enorme potenza
  • Guida pulita e progressiva, perfetta per ll’Hydrofoil
  • Incredibile hangtime e salti fluttuanti
  • Kite Loop più rotondi con migliore accelerazione

PERCHÉ LO SI SENTE

  • L’elevato numero di celle mantiene la forma e riduce il flusso d’aria turbolento
  • La sagomatura trasversale delle vele garantisce una sezione del profilo aerodinamico pulita
  • Eccellente rapporto tra sollevamento e trascinamento
  • Materiali ultraleggeri ad alte prestazioni
  • Design ad alto aspect-ratio con cinghie di supporto interne per una sensazione uniforme
  • I rinforzi del profilo del bordo d’attacco mantengono il flusso di aria e prevengono la deformazione
  • Opzioni di impostazione finemente regolate per diversi stili di guida

IMPOSTAZIONI DELLE BACK LINE

Tre impostazioni consentono di ottimizzare il feedback degli aquiloni e la pressione della barra a proprio piacimento. È facile e veloce da cambiare senza linee aggiuntive da aggiungere o rimuovere.

1: HYDROFOIL:

Diminuisce la pressione della barra con un periodo di sollevamento più lungo, perfetto per le manovre d Hydrofoil. L’impostazione Hydrofoil è il nodo superiore della linea PB1.

2: ALL-ROUND:

L’equilibrio ideale in termini di prestazioni e feeling per la maggior parte dei piloti e delle condizioni. L’impostazione All-Round è il nodo centrale della linea PB1 (impostazione di fabbrica).

3: TWIN-TIP:

Aumenta la pressione sulla barra e offre una sensazione più nitida e diretta, perfetta per la guida twin-tip. Se preferisci una sensazione più pesante e diretta, questa potrebbe essere la regolazione che fa per te. L’impostazione twin-tip è il nodo più basso della lenza PB1.

LUNGHEZZE DELLE LINEE DI VOLO

Utilizzando linee di lunghezza compresa tra i 19 e i 23 metri, il Chrono V5 diventa più reattivo e diretto, facilitando le prestazioni di salto, in quanto si percepisce una maggiore ‘connessione’ con il kite. Con venti più forti, la capacità di bolina sarà notevolmente migliorata con linee più corte. Se cercate questa sensazione, vi consigliamo le seguenti lunghezze di linea:

7m e 9m – Linee da 19m o 21m

11m e 13m – 21m Linee

Linee da 15 m e 18 m – 23 m Linee

Per l’hydrofoiling le linee più corte (da 10 a 20 metri) sono preferite da un’ampia gamma di utenti per la maneggevolezza e la risposta dinamica.

Vantaggio della proprietà in fabbrica

Vantaggio della proprietà in fabbrica

Ozone possiede una fabbrica propria dove vengono prodotti tutti i kite, le ali, le tavole, gli aliscafi, i parapendio, le ali da velocità e gli accessori. Garantendo un controllo di qualità manuale e i migliori materiali in ogni fase, ci sono anche eccellenti condizioni di lavoro per tutti i 1000 dipendenti.

Progettato con OZ-CAD

Progettato con OZ-CAD

Il futuro è adesso. Tutti i kite e le ali di Ozone sono progettati con il nostro software CAD altamente avanzato e personalizzato, che controlliamo e modifichiamo ad ogni nuovo prodotto. Grazie a sviluppi tecnici specifici, i nostri progettisti possono massimizzare le prestazioni e ridurre al minimo gli sprechi.

Materiali ultraleggeri ad alte prestazioni

Materiali ultraleggeri ad alte prestazioni

I materiali Ultra Light di alta qualità sono stati ampiamente utilizzati sui nostri aquiloni e parapendio dal 2011. L'utilizzo di materiali ultraleggeri si traduce in un vero aumento delle prestazioni: l'aquilone si gonfia più velocemente, vola più velocemente ed è più reattivo anche nella brezza più leggera.
Modellazione trasversale della vela

Modellazione trasversale della vela

La Leading Edge ora presenta la modellazione trasversale della vela che crea una superficie più pulita sull'area più importante del profilo alare. Il risultato è un flusso d'aria meno turbolento e un'adesione dell'aria più lunga, che influisce positivamente sul rapporto tra sollevamento e resistenza aumentando le prestazioni complessive.
Elevato numero di celle

Elevato numero di celle

Un numero elevato di celle controlla il ballooning tra le costole, mantenendo la forma dell'ala e le superfici progettate in modo più liscio e accurato. Ciò riduce il flusso d'aria turbolento, fornendo maggiore efficienza, velocità e de-power per aumentare le prestazioni complessive.
Prese d’aria all’avanguardia ottimizzate

Prese d’aria all’avanguardia ottimizzate

Le prese d'aria nella Leading Edge sono state perfezionate per un'inflazione di aria progressiva e più rapida, una tenuta migliorata e un posizionamento ottimizzato per mantenere la pressione interna ottimale. Ciò migliora le capacità di rilancio da terra e acqua.
Rinforzi del profilo L.E

Rinforzi del profilo L.E

Il bordo d'attacco è rinforzato con stecche flessibili in plastica leggera per mantenere la forma del profilo durante i cambiamenti dell'angolo di attacco e il flusso d'aria turbolento. Ciò migliora drasticamente le prestazioni complessive in quanto il foil rimane fedele alla forma progettata.
Cinghie interne Diagonali

Cinghie interne Diagonali

Le cinghie interne per campata funzionano all'unisono con nervature diagonali ottimizzate, distribuendo il carico dalle briglie in modo uniforme ed efficace. Ciò aumenta l'equilibrio strutturale interno, consentendo al contempo alle superfici superiore e inferiore di mantenere il profilo progettato senza essere distorte da tensioni o carichi indiretti.
Linee di briglie con guaina

Linee di briglie con guaina

Linee di briglia Dyneema con guaina a bassa elasticità di alta qualità per la massima resistenza e prestazioni. Questa è la stessa linea di briglie che abbiamo utilizzato sulla nostra gamma Snowkite negli ultimi 10 anni.
Sistema di velocità a doppia puleggia

Sistema di velocità a doppia puleggia

Utilizzo di pulegge Ronstan Orbit a basso attrito per ridurre l'usura e l'affaticamento del pilota, migliorando al contempo la sensazione e le prestazioni dell'aquilone.
Canali e valvole per il drenaggio dell’acqua

Canali e valvole per il drenaggio dell’acqua

Un canale interno viene modellato all'estremità di ogni cella lungo il bordo d'uscita. Ciò consente alla sabbia sciolta o all'acqua di scorrere tra le centine e fuori dai tips durante il volo. Le valvole di drenaggio su entrambe le estremità delle ali sono sigillate per impedire l'ingresso dell'aria e si aprono quando l'acqua deve defluire. I tips sigillati con velcro possono essere aperti per la pulizia del kite. Pulisci sempre il tuo aquilone svuotando acqua, sabbia o sporcizia in quanto ciò prolungherà la vita dell'aquilone e lo aiuterà a volare come progettato.
Cerniera sgonfiaggio impermeabile

Cerniera sgonfiaggio impermeabile

Posizionato in modo intelligente per una facile deflazione e imballaggio.
Tuned Bridle Geometry

Tuned Bridle Geometry

Lavoriamo molto durante il nostro processo di ricerca e sviluppo per sviluppare una gamma di misure in sintonia fra di loro. Ogni aquilone ha un layout a briglia unico, testato individualmente e messo a punto per massimizzare la sensazione e le prestazioni.
Connettori di linea infallibili

Connettori di linea infallibili

I connettori di linea infallibili impediscono il montaggio errato delle linee di volo all'aquilone.
Borsa tecnica kite a celle chiuse

Borsa tecnica kite a celle chiuse

Borsa tecnica con un sacco di spazio con tasca interna e tasca esterna del sistema di controllo. Le spalline regolabili e l'imbottitura in schiuma offrono un comfort extra.
Closed Cell Foil Kite Compressor Bag (optional)

Closed Cell Foil Kite Compressor Bag (optional)

Per un processo di imballaggio sicuro per mantenere la forma del profilo delle stecche in plastica. Materiali leggeri, cinghie di compressione interne e una fodera in rete traspirante mantengono il peso e le dimensioni dell'imballaggio al minimo - perfetti quando si viaggia con più kite. Combinalo con la borsa tecnica per adattare più aquiloni all'interno di una borsa.

A CULMINATION OF ALL WE’VE LEARNT FROM 25 YEARS OF AERODYNAMIC DEVELOPMENT IN OUR OWN FACTORY

The Edge V12 is the culmination of all that we’ve learnt through more than two decades of Ozone running its own factory that builds paragliders, wingsuits, kites, wings and accessories. A thousand highly trained employees apply their skills across nine factory floors, including the dedicated prototyping department that operates full time. The turnaround on ideas into physical products is super fast and allows for the development of strong, lightweight and perfectly trimmed products to come to life.

Intense high performance levels are borne from the fact that our designers capitalise on having 100% access to the factory to try new ideas and then produce as many prototypes as it takes to make products feel just right.

Ozone not only owns all its own production processes in the factory but also in design. Our highly advanced, custom built OzCAD software, built from the ground up, means that our designers intimately understand every square inch of pressure exerted in each size of every product. Part of our design team is dedicated to the upgrade of the CAD code as well as the addition of new modules and features to the program as the development of our products continues.

BORN LIGHT; GENETICALLY STRONG

At Ozone we have always believed in designing lightness and strength into our paragliders, kites and now wings, to be as efficient in flight as possible.

Naturally, the lighter the kite or wing is, the better it will fly. The stronger it is, the longer its performance will last.

We avoid adding surplus features or unnecessary cosmetic items to our designs and use top of the line materials put through a rigorous testing programme.

If you compare the weights of any Ozone kite or wing against the most dedicated light weight specific products produced by our competitors, you’ll see that all our products are just born light. Even on our entry level designs we don’t compromise the handling benefits that airborne products undoubtedly have through being lighter.

Combined with cutting edge manufacturing and highly skilled craftspeople our designs are Born Light; Genetically Strong.

Technical, performant, durable and efficient – the lightness and strength is built in.

Un design pulito e semplice, con un sistema di trim facile da usare, una maniglia del freno rimovibile per facilitare il gonfiaggio, l'auto-atterraggio, rilancio reverso e il nostro innovativo Click-In Loop Quick Release.

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Estimated current manufacturing time: 12 days

Thank you for purchasing this Ozone product. Our mission is to design and build quality products with cutting edge performance that are easy, fun and safe to use.

At Ozone we are passionate about sports, and it is this passion that drives our design team to perfect and develop products that we love to ride with. We are proud of the quality of our products, and are constantly searching for the best components and materials to use in our designs. We manufacture in our own high-quality production facility in Vietnam, which guarantees a build quality that we are proud to put the Ozone name on. A close look at one of our products reveals that same superior quality and construction that ensures that every Ozone product will enjoy a long life, with consistent performance and aesthetics. To view the factory video visit our website www.flyozone.com. Many dynamic action sports carry inherent risks but with common sense and education from qualified instructors means you can easily enjoy these incredible sports. Accidents generally happen due to a lack of experience, changing weather conditions or from using equipment not suited to the riders’ ability and/or conditions. Always take the time to learn safely with qualified instruction and you will progress far quicker. Ride safe Team Ozone

Release of Liability

OZONE KITESURF LTD / OZONE KITES LTD RELEASE OF LIABILITY, CLAIM WAVIER, ASSUMPTION OF RISK

By assembling and/or using this Ozone product, you agree that you have read and understood the entire Ozone product owners manual, including all instructions and warnings contained in that manual, prior to using the Ozone product in any way. You additionally agree that you will ensure any additional or subsequent user of your Ozone product will read and understand the entire Ozone product owners manual, including all instructions and warnings contained in that manual, prior to allowing that person to use your Ozone product.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Use of the Ozone product and any of its components involve certain risks, dangers, and hazards which can result in serious personal injury and death to both the user and to non-user third parties. In using this Ozone product, you freely agree to assume and accept any and all known and unknown risks of injury to you and third parties while using this equipment. The risks inherent in this sport can be greatly reduced by abiding by the warning guidelines listed in this owner manual and by using common sense.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS

In consideration of the sale of the Ozone product to you, you herby agree to the fullest extent permitted by law, as follows;

TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that you have or may in the future have against Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties resulting from use of the Ozone product and any of its components.

TO RELEASE Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that you or any users of you Ozone product may suffer, or that your next of kin may suffer, as a result of the use of the Ozone product, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence or breach of contract on the part of Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD and all related parties in the design or manufacture of the Ozone product and any of its components.

In the event of your death or incapacity, all provisions contained herein shall be effective and binding upon your heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns, and representatives. Ozone Kitesurf LTD or Ozone Kites LTD related parties have not made and expressly deny and oral or written representations other than what is set forth herein and the Ozone product owners manual.

Warranty

Ozone warrants this product according to the laws in force against any major manufacturing defect. This warranty is subject to the following limitations:

  • The warranty is valid only when the product is used for its intended use, and does not cover products used in rental or teaching operations.
  • Ozone will make the final warranty determination, which may require inspection and/or photos of the equipment, which clearly show the defect(s). If necessary, this information must be sent to the Ozone dealer, postage prepaid.
  • If a product is deemed to be defective by Ozone, the warranty covers the repair or replacement of the defective product only.
  • Ozone will not be responsible for any costs, losses, or damages incurred as a result of loss of use of this product. The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect or normal wear and tear including but not limited to; assembling with other than Ozone components, damage due to excessive sun exposure, damage caused by improper handling or storage, and damage caused by anything other than defects in material and workmanship.
  • This warranty is voided if any unauthorized repair, change or modification has been made to any part of the equipment. The warranty for any repaired or replaced equipment is good from the date of the original purchase only. The original purchase receipt must accompany all warranty claims.
  • The name of the retailer and date of purchase must be clear and legible.
  • There are no warranties that extend beyond the warranty specified herein.

WARRANTY CLAIMS

  • Warranty claims must be sent to Ozone by an official Ozone dealer or country distributor.
  • Warranty claims must be processed and be issued a return authorization prior to shipping to the Ozone dealer the product was purchased from.

Warnings & Safety Precautions

This manual refers to the current product it comes with. No information contained herein applies to previous and/or other products or components. Always read and understand all warnings and instructions for any other product or component being used. To read previous product manuals go to www.flyozone.com

Read the following points before assembling and/or using this product:

General Warnings:

  • Before using this product you must take lessons from a certified instructor/school.
  • Always wear a Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device when using this product near or on the water.
  • Always carefully inspect all of your equipment before using it.
  • The use of this product exposes the user to many unavoidable and unexpected risks, dangers and hazards.
  • Always use extreme caution when using this product.
  • Misuse of this product can cause serious injury or death.
  • Only use this product if you are in good physical health.
  • Never act in a careless manner when using this product.
  • You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others around you when using this product.
  • If you are under the age of 18 you should have your parents or legal guardian read all warnings and instructions. You should not use this product unless you are under proper guidance and supervision.
  • Do not use this product if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications.

Kite and Control System Warnings:

  • Always have a partner when launching and landing your kite.
  • Always learn to use a small trainer kite before attempting to use a larger power kite.
  • Never allow anyone who is not familiar with power kites to use this product.
  • Never use this product without a safety leash system. A loose kite is extremely dangerous.
  • The kite/control system is equipped with passive safety systems, which need to be activated by the user for them to work.
  • The leash system is not a permanent attachment to this product. Never permanently attach yourself to the kite or any of its components.
  • Never use this kite with another control system or safety leash. Only use the control system that is supplied with this kite. Other brands are not compatible with this design therefore and the safety system will not work.
  • Always wear protective equipment when using this product, for example; helmet, gloves, shoes, protective eyewear etc.
  • Always use a high quality and well maintained kite specific harness.
  • Get yourself used to the way all quick release devices work by testing them often in a non-emergency situation.
  • Rinse all quick release devices in fresh water after each use. Quick release devices have a limited lifetime and must be checked and replaced often.
  • Always activate and re-load all safety systems to familiarize yourself with how they work. This is the only way to be sure that you know how to use them in all situations, and that they are correctly loaded and safe for use.
  • The quick release trim loop and kite leash equipped with a quick release must be replacement after 250hours of use. Replace them before if you see any sign of wear. The wearing of quick release devices is not considered a warranty issue.
  • Never touch the flying lines when the kite is in use. Flying lines are extremely dangerous while under tension and can cause serious injury or death.
  • Never use this product with worn lines. A line that breaks while under tension can cause serious injury or death.
  • Always check your flying lines for knots before each use. Knots greatly reduce the strength of the lines.
  • Stay away from tangled flying lines unless the kite is secured to the ground. An unsecured kite can self launch unexpectedly, and can cause serious injury or death.
  • Never allow yourself, or anyone else, to get between the control bar and the kite when using this product.

Choose safe weather conditions and locations:

  • Be aware of the general risks associated with action sports.
  • Ensure you understand all weather forecasts and prepare for changes in weather.
  • Never learn to use this product in more than 10 knots of wind.
  • We highly recommend you purchase a wind speed indicator to be able to measure wind speeds. Study the wind guide to understand wind speeds.
  • Never use this product in high winds.
  • Never use this product in thunderstorm and lightning conditions.
  • Only use this product when you can remain in a standing position.
  • Never use this product in wind conditions that are above your ability level.
  • Never use this product near or on the water in offshore wind condition unless you are an expert swimmer.
  • Always observe local rules and regulations when using this product.
  • Never use this product near power lines, telephone poles, trees, bushes, roads, automobiles or airports.
  • Only use this product when you have at least 100m of clear space downwind, and on both sides of your launching position. The power of the kite can pull you downwind unexpectedly with great force.
  • Do not fly your kite over other people or pets. Spectators should remain upwind of you when using this product.
  • Never use this product on crowded beaches or fields.
  • Practice launching and landing procedures, and self rescue techniques before using this product near the water.

 

Set Up:

1: Speed System

2: Line Label System

3: Back Lines

4: Front Lines

5: Brake handle

6: Clamcleat Trimmer

7: De-Power line

8: Flag-out Line

9: Quick Release Handle

10: Quick Release loop

11: Flag-out Loop

12: Finger

Kite Set Up

IMPORTANT: Set up your kite for the first time in wind less than 12kph  to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

  • Unfold the kite on the ground, in the direction of the wind.
  • Fold over the upwind wing tip and use the sandbag provided or put some snow, sand, or your board on the tip to secure the kite.
  • Take the speed system from the Velcro retainer and lay out on the ground. Untangle if necessary.
  • Take the bar and unwind the lines at 90 degrees to the kite. (Bars are delivered with the flying lines already connected.)
  • Connect the lines to the kite following the numbered label system ensuring all lines are free from each other.

Now you’re ready to fly!

Bar Set Up

All line to kite connections are made using a “LARKS HEAD” knot.

Always double check your lines before launching. Wrongly attached lines will stop the kite flying correctly and could therefore mean you have no control of the kite putting yourself in a dangerous situation.

Security

IMPORTANT: All Ozone release systems require the user to operate them manually in the case of an emergency. It is imperative the kite is set-up as shown in the manual, incorrect setup will compromise the operation of the release system.  All lines and de-power systems must be tangle free and the kite leash connected in the right way, see pictures.

Quick Release Connection

The Quick Release is the primary connection to the kite. Make sure you connect to the Quick Release using the finger as shown in the pictures.

Below the Bar Release (Recommended Mode)

All riders should attach their Kite Leash to the Flag Out System. This is the small eyelet on the Stainless Steel Swivel Ring.
When the release is activated, the kite will flag out and fall to the water/ground.

In all situations make sure that all lines are clear of all working release systems and the kite leash is connected in the right way.

Advanced Riders (Use at your own risk, not recommended) 

Riders performing unhooked tricks or who are more confident and have spent many hours Kiting can attach in Expert mode, where the loop part runs through the large eye of the steel ring. When letting go of the bar in Expert mode (without activating the release e.g. missed handle pass) the kite will depower but WILL NOT flag out.

Be aware in this situation, the Quick Release will be out of reach and can therefore not be released. When hooked in and activating the Quick Release the steel ring automatically slips off and the kite will flag out.

1st Stage of  Release

Activate the Quick Release as shown in the pictures. Providing your leash is attached to the flag out system the kite will 100% depower.

Reloading the Quick Release

Final Stage of Release (in an extreme emergency)

In the case of an extreme emergency where you need to completely release from the kite, use the quick release on the kite leash. This will completely detach the kite and control system from the user, and could therefore hit anything or anyone downwind causing damage, serious injury or death. RIDE RESPONSIBLY.

1st FLY 

WARNING: 
Never fly your kite in strong wind for the 1st time. Do not attempt to fly a kite without being taught by a certified kite instructor.

Light Winds

If the wind is light (less than 8 kph) lay trailing edge directly into the wind with sand/snow to secure the kite. Place yourself directly in front of the kite. Hook into the Quick Release.

Step backwards while pushing the bar forward. The kite will slowly inflate and take off. Keep some tension on the back lines until the kite is fully inflated.

In very light winds, to assist launching, gently grab and pull on the front lines until the kite takes off from ground.

Strong Winds

If the wind is strong (more than 8 kph), lay kite

directly downwind with sand/snow or board

securing the upwind tip.

Place yourself at 45 deg to the kite upwind. Hook

into the Quick Release. Step backwards while

pulling the down wind side of the bar to ease kite

into the air. The kite will slowly inflate and take off on the side of the wind window. Keep some tension on the back lines until the kite is fully inflated.

Landing

Option 1:

Release the Primary Security.

Ensure the safety leash is connected to the flag out line (see pictures, this is the recommended safety option). Activate the Quick Release, and the kite will flag out on one front line and fall to the ground. (See SECURITY)

Option 2:

Only recommended in light winds.

Grab the Brake Handle with one hand then pull it behind your back and HOLD. The kite will stall evenly and reverse to the ground.

Take care not to release the Brake Handle until the kite has been secured with sand or snow.

Option 3:

Recommended option.

Fly the kite to the edge of the window and lower it gently and

• Have a friend catch and take control of the kite.

• Run towards the kite to take all tension from the lines.

Reverse Relaunch

When the kite is landed face down, take the Brake Handle  firmly, pull and hold. The kite will reverse from the ground, turn over, and land leading edge up. The kite is now ready to launch normally.
See “LAUNCHING”.

Clamcleat Trimmer

To release the line from the cleat teeth, first pull out and down to unlock the line from the teeth, then set the trimmer line to the desired amount.

Pull the trimmer line down to de-power the kite. This is needed if you are overpowered, for unhooked riding, or if you are walking on the beach or snow.

Release the trimmer line away from you to increase kite power.

Triming for Line Stretch

All lines should be maintained as close to equal length as possible. Flying lines can stretch over time, generally the front lines stretch more as these take the majority of the load.

To check your lines, unwind the lines from the bar and have a partner hold the lines even at the bar end. Taking hold of the lines at the other end, pull on the lines to check they are even. If the lines are not even you may either;

1: Stretch out the shorter lines. Attach the shorter lines to a car hitch or something very solid. Then take hold of the bar and pull with enough force to stretch the line. Do this to any lines that are shorter and re-check that all 4 lines are equal length.

2: Use the Leader Line trimming knots located underneath the bar ends.

Brake Line Settings

Three settings allow you to fine tune kite feedback and bar pressure to your liking. It is quick and easy to change with no extra lines to add or remove.

Open the larks head knot on the KR1 line (yellow line attached on the Speed System) to move position to one of the three settings:

All-round – The ideal balance in performance and feeling for most riders and conditions. The All-round setting is the middle knot on the PB1 line (factory setting).

Twin Tip – Increases bar pressure and offers a sharper, more direct feeling perfect for Twin Tip riding. If you prefer a heavier and direct feel this could be the setting for you. The Twin Tip setting is the lower knot on the PB1 line.

Hydro foil – Decreases bar pressure with a longer lifting period perfect for foiling maneouvers. The Hydro Foil setting is the upper knot on the PB1 line.

Packing

Concertina method:

We highly recommend using the concertina method when packing. It will keep Leading Edge plastic battens in their designed shape while the kite is stored.

The leading edge plastic battens are a fundamental part of the design and should not be forced out of their given shape otherwise the kite can loose stability and flying characteristics.

The optional Closed Cell Compressor bag makes packing with the concertina method easy and hassle free.

  • Land and safely secure the upwind tip with the supplied sand bag, sand, snow or your board.
  • Wind the lines around the bar horns. Secure the lines with the elastic.
  • Also wind up the Speed System onto the bar – this helps reduce bridle tangles.
  • Open the centre cell zip on the top surface.
  • Concertina the Leading Edge (gathering the plastic profile battens together) starting at the centre of the kite, working towards the down wind side.
  • Turn the kite away from the wind and repeat for the other side.
  • Store the concertinaed Leading Edge in the velcro holder.
  • While deflating use the internal compression straps to keep the kite in place.
  • Once the kite is fully deflated close the zip on the kite ready for the next session.
  • Close the bag zip and draw cord, then fold in half or three sections.
  • Use the outside compression strap to keep the kite folded.

For a quick and temporary pack down the tip on tip method can be used.

• Land and safely secure the upwind tip with the supplied sand bag, sand, snow or your board.

• Wind the lines around the bar horns. Secure the lines with the elastic.

• Also wind up the Speed System onto the bar – this helps reduce bridle tangles.

• Open the centre cell zip on the top surface.

• Fold the kite tip on tip and roll from the tip to the center.

• Fold the kite to the length of the bar and fasten the webbing strap around the folded kite and bar, then put it into the kite bag

Maintenance

This is a high-end performance product. When often used highly powered up or with race and hydrofoil boards you are using the kite at it’s top end and it will wear quicker.

Pre and post use check list.

You must inspect all your equipment before and after every use. Check the entire kite including upper and lower surfaces, line attachment points, speed system and bridles. Immediately replace any worn or damaged parts with original parts only.

• Control System and Quick Release: Check for abrasion/wear, if any part is damaged replace it immediately. Always clean your control system with fresh water after every session, and reload/activate the Quick Release to check the system is functioning correctly. Store your control system with the Quick Release  open. Reload the next time you set up your kite.

• Lines: Check them every time you wind and unwind the lines. If one of them is damaged, change the corresponding pair.

• Speed System: Check the pulleys and lines for abrasion, if any are damaged change them immediately.

• Bridle lines: Check the bridle lines for abrasion, if any are damaged change them immediately.

• Sail: Check there are no holes or tears in the sail. If your sail is torn, you can repair it with the sticky cloth, provided in repair kit. To repair the sail, make sure it is clean and dry. Prepare two pieces of sticky cloth, one for each side of the damaged area. The patch should cover the hole by at least 2cm all round. Lay flat and stick on both sides.

• Packing: Dry your kite after use away from the sun and direct heat. Never leave a wet kite in its bag. Store your kite in a dry place out of the sun. Never wash or clean it with detergent.