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An unrestricted big air & kite loop machine, accessible for intermediates and above.
Offering the magic combo of fast and predictable turning with amazing forward drive, combined with huge lift and hangtime.
The Vortex V2 Ultra-X will fill you with confidence in any heart pumping situation. Clean and predictable handling makes riding feel simple in the best way. It’ll shoot you up when you ask it to and respond instantly without feeling twitchy.
Ask for a Demo here Find a dealerIt’s built for the big days, the ‘send it’ moments and for bringing wild ideas to reality.
The Vortex will take you from safely landing your first kite loops to navigating the sky, throwing the craziest doubles in mind bending conditions.
The Vortex isn’t just for the crazies. We’ve pushed the jumping performance at the bottom end of each size too, so you can practice your tricks in calmer conditions. If you dream of throwing twin-tip tricks in what would ordinarily be foiling-only conditions, the new ultra light weight Vortex 17m size will be your ultimate ally.
The Vortex will make you believe you can land your tricks.
Push yourself harder, stay up there longer. No drama and no surprises; just smooth control that lets you focus on the sensation not the fear.
Big air, dynamic loops, a super reliable catch every time and huge smiles. The Vortex is on your team.
• Confidently land your first kite loops or push mind-blowing mega loop combinations
• Forward drive prevents stalling and offers a super reliable catch every time, giving you lots of time to make a controlled landing
• Progress without fear: each size has superb low end power to get you jumping sooner in lighter winds
• Make manoeuvres in all conditions with huge size range, from 5 – 17m
Here’s a list of new features that will help you improve your big air twin-tip kitesurfing level
Re-worked canopy tension in each size alongside a stiffer leading edge delivers pin point handling feedback. Know where the kite is without ever needing to look at it!
New Anti Flap Battens positioned on underside of the canopy with added reinforcements reduce canopy wear, ensuring your kite performs like new for longer
Sizes 10m to 17m now feature our proven lighter weight double ripstop 46g canopy. By shaving off up to 150g, we’ve created big-sized kites that rival the agility of much smaller models and can compete with similar size foil kites for power
Designed for riders who refuse to stop riding hard when the wind is light. To date, it’s the lightest 3-strut kite on the market
Smaller sizes (9m and below) continue to use our triple ripstop 55g canopy cloth for ballistic strength on the big days
Small tweaks to the Vortex’s signature 16-point bridle system have further contributed to the overall handling delight
THE MAGIC COMBINATION EXPLAINED BY LEAD DESIGNER, DOM ZIMMERMANN:
The Vortex’s high-aspect shape is similar to our pure big air and hangtime machine, the Edge.
While the Vortex also has a lot of depower, and is awesome for any sort of boosting, the difference is that it has more handling response for megaloop performance – and even double and triple loops if you dare!
Much of that comes from the extra arc shape, which increases the handling response. It also moves the rotation point further into the middle of the kite. The Vortex has a beautiful balance between movement and power, gripping the entire way around its turn.
No slips. No ‘wheel-spinning’ if you like. No momentary loss of control. Power, consistent speed of movement, and control at your fingertips.
The 3-strut design is a great base for agility which we combined with light weight materials and the unbeatable stiffness of the Aluula airframe. The Vortex feels assured in strong and gusty winds, while also injecting a huge amount of performance for those tricky light wind sessions.
We work closely with the expert manufacturing teams at our in-house production facility and can fine tune the designs with the power of our integrated and custom-built OzCAD design system.
From the R&D team at the beach, through our design software to our factory teams, everything we do is in sync, because we own, control and constantly evolve every step of the process.
As a result, every panel cut is millimetre perfect, and every stitch is made with precision, creating a beautifully tight canopy tension that’s consistent across the kite, laid across a powerful air frame that’s light weight, but very strong.
Everything feels like it’s working seamlessly as one block and why you’ll never lose connection to the kite.
We wanted to build a kite that inspires confidence in all situations. I recommend you book a demo and try one!
DOM ZIMMERMANN, LEAD DESIGNER
If you’re serious about improving your own twin-tip big air riding, then choose the Vortex V2, and let it happen.
• Direct handling, fast flying and huge vertical lift
• Reliable catch after a kite loop
• Ultra-X lightweight design and easy bar pressure
• Amazingly efficient. Ride full power and enjoy max air time across long sessions in any conditions
When it comes to improving your big air kitesurfing ability, one of the most important factors is your confidence; a feeling of total trust in your equipment.
The best way to understand this for yourself is to feel it; to ride with more flow, more ease, more natural speed.
I’ve had amazing feedback from so many riders after their first session on the Vortex. They can’t believe how much power and control they have at their fingertips in all types of conditions.
SANTI CISNEROS, OZONE DEMO TOUR MANAGER
Speak to your local dealer for a demo and to understand how the Vortex will help you get the most out of your local conditions!
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“The V2 Vortex is, without question, the best kite I’ve ever flown. I met another guy on the beach as I first unwrapped mine – he said “these are the best kites in the market at the moment!”
I had four really good wind sessions on it, as most other days were a little light for a 9m. The kite is incredibly fast, yet it always seems to be exactly where you want it. What I love most is how the power really comes on as you initiate a boost, then immediately feels free and fast again for the landing.
One day we definitely had 12m wind conditions, but I decided to head out on the 9m just to see how far I could push the bottom end. By working the kite a bit, I was still able to stay upwind and was boosting higher than riders on 12s. That really impressed me. On that light wind day working the kite is still a breeze on the arms due to the lighter bar pressure. I love these kites.
I think you’ve put yourself in a very difficult position now Ozone, because improving on the V2 for a V3 is going to be close to impossible!”
Matt Webb, Ozone customer, New Zealand
Ozone uniquely owns its own factory where all kites, wings, boards, hydrofoils, paragliders, speed wings and accessories are made. Guaranteeing hand checked quality control and the finest materials at every step, there are also excellent working conditions for all 1000 employees.
The future is now. All Ozone kite and wings are designed with our own highly advanced custom built CAD software that we control and modify with each new product design. Allowing for specifically tailored technical developments, our designers can maximise performance while also minimising waste.
Ozone kites and wings are crafted with exceptional precision using advanced laser technology to cut each panel individually in a single layer. This meticulous approach ensures consistent accuracy across all products, from entry level to high performance models. Our commitment to high standards in production reflects our dedication to delivering reliable, high-quality equipment for riders at every level.
Aluula can provide a tensile strength increase of as much as 38% compared to standard material construction, while tear strength is up to seven times greater.
Careful integration of Aluula can also deliver up to a 30% weight saving overall.
Teijin is the world’s leading supplier of technical performance materials for marine sports, setting the benchmark in quality with proven superiority in dynamic strength and durability.
Sizes 10m to 17m now feature our proven lighter weight double ripstop 46g canopy. By shaving off up to 150g, we’ve created big-sized kites that rival the agility of much smaller models and can compete with similar size foil kites for power
The Leading Edge features Double Transverse Sail Shaping creating a cleaner and tighter surface on the most important area of the aerofoil. The result is less turbulent airflow and longer skin adhesion, which positively effects the lift to drag ratio increasing overall performance.
NO pulleys, NO problems. We design all our inflatable kites without pulleys, to inherit the unique Ozone feeling and performance across our range.
High performance Technora bridle lines offer a vast reduction in parasitic drag and reduced weight.
The Fast Flow One-Pump Inflation System makes set up and packing quick and easy. It features single point inflation/deflation and a high air flow rate between the Struts and Leading Edge, with clips to seal the hoses to prevent unwanted air flow in case of damage.
What’s on the inside counts too - we use top of the line materials and strategic internal reinforcements for increased strength and durability.
Overlap flat seam construction improves sail control resulting in an overall cleaner canopy.
Dacron reinforcements are used on all loaded areas for enhanced load distribution. This means all loads are spread evenly into the sail ensuring the kite flies and performs at its best.
Our Direct Connect construction method improves load distribution between the Leading Edge, Struts and Canopy. Struts are connected directly to the Leading Edge with internal and external reinforcements. This unique construction method ensures clean profiles are maintained with the optimum canopy tension.
Double layer Trailing Edge reinforcement with an internal lightweight Dyneema line reduces canopy wear and helps to maintain optimum Trailing Edge tension as designed.
The Leading Edge and Struts are reinforced in high stress areas to ensure the kite canopy remains in shape and performs at its best.
Our bladders are constructed in-house with advanced custom built welding machines. Double layered sections are applied to any potential wear areas.
The Anti-Snag line deflectors prevent bridles and lines from tangling around the wing tip. Safety is increased when launching with a partner and water re-launch is made easier.
We work extensively during our R&D process to develop the size range to feel in tune with each other. Every kite has a unique bridle layout, individually tested and fine-tuned to maximize the feeling and performance.
A combination of soft and rigid battens strategically positioned along the trailing edge provide canopy support and reduce flutter, enhancing kite feedback to the rider and also reducing canopy material wear.
Customise your handling and bar pressure with the back line bridle attachments. Closer to the Leading Edge for slower turn speed and more bar pressure, or closer to the Trailing Edge for faster turn speed and less bar pressure.
Fool proof line connectors prevent incorrect rigging of the flying lines to the kite.
- Technical Bag with loads of space
- Internal stash pocket
- External control system pocket
- Board straps
- Pump holder
- Adjustable shoulder straps
- Back panel foam padding provides extra comfort
All Ozone products are made to order in our own factory in Vietnam and sold through our trusted dealer network, who deliver excellent customer care and advice.
We don’t over produce and instead believe in a sustainable business model that respects people as well as the planet. Although you can't buy gear directly from us, we aim to be as transparent as possible with you about how long the production process takes.
To try and give you the fastest service possible, scroll down to check if we currently have your preferred size and colour in our small factory stock that can be shipped to your dealer immediately.
We also offer custom colours for all our kites and wings. Try your ideas out using the custom colour chooser further down this page. Once you’re happy with your design, copy the colour code and send it to your local dealer through this contact form. They will be in touch ASAP.
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We can make any combination of colours using the colour chooser below. The manufacturing time for these special kites is 30 days. Design your kite, share with your friends and ask your dealer to place your order.
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
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.
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.
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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.
A: Pump Leash
B: Leading Edge
C: Trailing Edge
1 & 4: Back Lines
2&3: Front Lines
1 & 4: Back Lines
2&3: Front Lines
A: Clamcleat Trimmer
B: Flag Out Line
C: De-Power Line
D: Quick Release Handle
E: Quick Release Loop
F: Flag-out Loop
G: Finger
Do not ride the kite with the one pump clips undone. If you get a puncture the whole kite will deflate! Always close the one pump clips inside the neoprene covers after pumping up. Do not under inflate the kite or it will not perform to its designed trim and will not relaunch easily.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activate the Quick Release as shown in the pictures. Providing your leash is attached to the flag out system the kite will 100% depower.
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.
WARNING:
NEVER LAUNCH A KITE DIRECTLY DOWNWIND OF YOU IN THE POWER ZONE!
Instruct your partner on how to handle the kite and agree on a sign together for the release and landing. They should hold the kite in the center of the leading edge at the edge of the window and double check that all lines are clear. It is possible for lines to get wrapped around the tip so make sure they understand that all lines must run clearly from each attachment point.
Before you give the signal to release make sure you are 100% confident that all lines are clear. Then give your pre-agreed signal for your partner to release the kite and gently launch the kite to the top of the window.
Landing the kite use the same principles >> Most importantly keep your head clear, be smooth and controlled with the kite and land before you are too tired or overpowered.
WARNING:
Make sure you grab the correct side of the bar
– we colour code the bar red for left.
Once the kite is face down with the leading edge touching the water:
NOTE: If the kite somehow lands nose down but with the tips facing away, pull one of the rear leader lines to help the kite blow around to the correct position then follow the steps above for getting the kite re-launched.
If you get in trouble out in the water, there is a simple way to self rescue yourself.
Firstly kill the kite’s power with the flag out system by releasing the chicken loop. The kite will flag out and drop to the water.
Lines are dangerous in this situation so make sure you wind the flag out frontline around the bar at least 10x to disable the kite. Then wrap all the lines together onto the bar as you normally would. You will end up at the kite ideally with the lines wrapped tightly and neatly on the bar. Make a few half hitches to secure the lines.
Once you have got hold of the kite you can drop the bar. When you have reached the kite, take hold of the bridle lines at each wingtip. Hold both bridals to use the kite as a sail to get back to shore safely.
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.
1: FULL POWER
2: HALF POWER
3: FULL DEPOWER
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.
Kites are very technical products and are used in the harsh marine environment. If you use common sense and care for your equipment it will look after you and keep its factory trim for hundreds of hours.
Never pump up your kite on a rough surface which may have sharp objects.
Be very careful with your flying lines. If you catch them on a rock or sharp object thoroughly check each one and we recommend you replace your lines. Also make sure there are no knots in the lines. Knots weaken the line by up to 50%.
Once you have pumped up secure your kite with sand or use sandbags – Do not use heavy objects or even your board, the fins have been known to rip kites.
Never leave your kite on the beach un-used for long periods of time in the sun and wind. The trailing edge flapping and sand hitting the sail cloth will severely shorten the kite’s life. UV also shortens the lifespan of a kite so pack away when not using your kite.
Never pack away your kite wet, only when 100% dry – This will damage the cloth and its coatings and may lead to dye running. This is not valid for warranty.
Never leave your kite inside your car in direct sunlight.
Always clean your control system with fresh water after every session, and reload/release 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.
When inflating the bladders always inflate slowly and ensure the bladders are inflating correctly in the struts or leading edge. If you see a twist or something looks strange STOP pumping immediately and check bladders. They may need re-inserting to ensure they inflate properly.
We supply a repair kit with the following contents:
1. A4 pieces of sail cloth
2. A4 piece of Dacron
3. 1 x length of 50mm wide sticky black repair tape
4. 6” x 3” Tear-Aid bladder repair patch
5. 2 Alcohol wipes
6. One pump clip / hose / hose retainer
If you have a major repair like a tear across panels, struts or the leading edge take the kite to your local sail repair shop. For minor tears and bladder punctures you can easily fix these yourself with the repair kit supplied with the kite.
A clean and simple design, featuring an easy-to-use trim system and our innovative Click-In Loop Quick Release.
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Push-away quick release with an innovative one-step Click-In reload function that is incredibly intuitive. The release handle fits comfortably in the hand, it is quick and easy to activate the release by pushing the handle away. A self-positioning release mechanism locates automatically, ready to be re-loaded by simply ‘clicking’ in the loop. The Click-In Loop is AFNOR NF S52-503 certified.
Colour coded 500kg front / 300kg back lines are precision cut, pre-stretched, spliced and sewn in our own production facility to guarantee accuracy. We use the highest quality Bio-based Dyneema® – this material has the same performance as conventional Dyneema® with a carbon footprint that is 90% lower than generic HMPE fiber.
Our modular design makes adding or removing extensions quick and easy via removable pigtail end connectors.
3D pressed EVA with ergonomic shaping and a lightly sanded finish provide the ultimate bar grip. It is colour coded with the leader lines and flying lines for an added visual safety feature.
What’s the first thing you do when you get in a car? You click in your seatbelt, hearing that ‘click’ sound makes you feel secure that you are safely buckled up, and you know instinctively how to release it. The design of our innovative quick release system, the Click-In Loop, was inspired by the same principle. In the same way fastening your seatbelt has become a natural action when getting into a car, riders should activate and reload their release systems before and after every use. Although this important safety check is often overlooked, checking your release before each session will ensure it is functioning properly. We developed the Click-In function to be simple and intuitive, so activating and reloading will become second nature.
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.
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.
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.
Always clean your control system with fresh water after every session, and reload/release the Click-In Loop to check the system is functioning correctly. Store your control system with the Click-In Loop release open. Reload the next time you set up your kite.
