Choosing the right Ozone kite can be tricky. From the all-around Enduro V4 to the big air Edge V12, wave-focused Reo, lightwind Zephyr Ultra X, freestyle AMP V2, and foil kites like the Alpha, Hyperlink, and Chrono, this guide breaks down the full 2025 lineup in plain language. Find out which Ozone kite fits your riding style, and demo them all in Tampa Bay with Elite Watersports.

Choosing the right Ozone kite can feel overwhelming at first. Ozone has one of the deepest lineups in kiteboarding, with models that cover everything from freeride and big air to surf, freestyle, and foiling. Every kite in the range has a clear purpose, and while there’s crossover, the magic comes from finding the one that actually fits your style and local wind.

That’s where this guide comes in. Instead of technical jargon or overhyped marketing, I’ll walk you through what each Ozone kite does best, who it’s built for, and how it feels on the water. This isn’t theory, it’s based on real sessions in Tampa Bay and feedback from our community of riders who test and demo these kites every week.

Like North, Ozone builds each model for a specific category: freeride, big air, wave, freestyle, lightwind, and foil. Some overlap, some don’t, and year to year the personality of each kite evolves. The trick is matching your skill level, local wind, and riding goals to the right tool.

We’ll cover the current Ozone lineup, from versatile all-rounders like the Enduro V4, to specialty designs like the Zephyr V8 Ultra X for lightwind, to high-performance machines like the Edge V12. By the end, you’ll know which Ozone kite belongs in your quiver, and if you’re in Tampa Bay, you can come demo them all with us at Elite Watersports.

Tip from Aaron McClearnon: Don’t just read about them, fly them. We run demos, rentals, and events for a reason. Call us, stop by the shop, and try these kites for yourself. Nothing beats firsthand feel.

Ozone Enduro V4

Is the Ozone Enduro a Good All-Around Kite?

If you don’t know where to start in the Ozone lineup, start here. The Enduro has been Ozone’s most popular freeride kite for years because it’s versatile, forgiving, and still exciting once your skills progress. It covers everything from cruising to small waves, light freestyle, and even some foiling. Think of it as the Swiss army knife of Ozone’s lineup, it doesn’t lock you into one style, it lets you try a bit of everything.

At Elite Watersports in St. Pete, we often tell new riders: if you want one kite to cover 80–90% of your sessions, the Enduro is a safe bet.

What makes the Enduro so versatile?

The 3-strut frame keeps the kite light but stable. Ozone’s variable bridle settings (freeride, wave, freestyle) let you tune the kite’s personality without swapping gear. Want softer power delivery for waves? Set it to wave mode. Want more pop and slack for freestyle? Switch to freestyle mode.

It turns quickly without being twitchy, goes upwind easily, and handles gusty Florida wind better than most kites. Relaunch is also a big win, this kite comes off the water fast, which is huge for beginners and anyone pushing new tricks.

You can jump, loop, ride small surf, or just cruise. No, it’s not going to out-jump the Edge or drift like the Reo, but it does enough in each category that you never feel limited. That’s why so many riders stick with the Enduro as their “forever kite.”

Who should ride the Enduro?

Honestly? Almost everyone.

• Beginners love it because it’s intuitive and forgiving. You don’t need perfect kite control to have fun.
• Progressing riders keep it because it grows with you, you can start looping, boosting, and dabbling in waves or foiling without switching models.
• Travelers rely on it as a one-kite quiver when space is tight.
• Advanced riders use it when they just want a fun, easy session without working too hard. Instructors and shop riders often default to the Enduro because it just works in any condition.

If you’re unsure what Ozone kite to buy, or you ride in the variable, gusty winds of Tampa Bay, the Enduro V4 is the kite we recommend most often. It works for 90% of riders, 90% of the time.

Want to see how it feels under your own hands? Call us at 727-800-2202 or stop by Elite Watersports for an Enduro demo.

Check out the Ozone Enduro V4 in our shop

Is the Ozone Edge the Best Kite for Big Air and Speed?

If your goal is to boost higher, go faster, and ride with more efficiency, the Edge is Ozone’s powerhouse. It’s a 5-strut, high-aspect kite built for serious performance, big jumps, long hangtime, and razor-sharp upwind drive. The Edge has been Ozone’s flagship for over a decade, and each version refines the formula. The V12 keeps that DNA but makes it more accessible than earlier models, which were known for being technical.

In Tampa Bay, we break these out when the wind is cranking. If you’re edging hard and loading for a jump, this kite gives you everything back in vertical lift and glide. It’s the kind of kite you can feel separating from the pack the second you sheet in.

What makes the Edge so good for boosting?

The flatter canopy and 5-strut frame are designed for efficiency. That means when you send the kite, it rockets you up and hangs longer than most freeride kites. The bar feedback is smooth and deliberate, you always know where the kite is, and it has a crisp, locked-in feel.

Loops are powerful but controlled. The Edge doesn’t snap turn like a Reo or Enduro, but when you commit to a loop, it draws a big, powerful arc and catches you clean. The kite is also famous for how well it holds shape when fully powered, so you can keep riding aggressively in gusty Florida conditions without it folding.

It’s also one of the fastest kites across the water. That speed translates into more apparent wind, better upwind ability, and longer sessions. It’s a race kite at heart, which is why freeride riders love it, you’re always moving fast, always in control.

Who should ride the Edge?

• Intermediate riders stepping up: If you’re already boosting and want to go higher, this kite rewards progression.
• Advanced freeride / big air riders: The Edge is a tool for sending it in powered conditions, looping, and riding fast.
• Speed junkies: If you like drag racing your buddies across the bay, nothing in Ozone’s lineup holds power and speed like the Edge.
• Lightwind riders: Paired with a big board, the Edge generates tons of power in marginal wind.

It’s not the most forgiving kite for absolute beginners, if you’re still figuring out waterstarts or basic kite control, the Enduro is a safer place to start. But if you’re chasing height, hangtime, and speed, the Edge delivers.

Want to see it fly? Call Elite Watersports at 727-800-2202 or stop by the shop to demo an Edge and feel the difference for yourself.

Read also: Ozone Edge V12 Review 2025: Big Air & Florida Wind Performance
Read also: Edge V10 review

Ozone Reo

Is the Ozone Reo the Best Kite for Waves and Strapless Riding?

If you spend more time on a surfboard than a twin tip, the Reo is Ozone’s surf-dedicated kite. It’s built to disappear in the sky so you can focus on the wave. Quick pivot turns, tons of drift, and smooth depower are the hallmarks here. The Reo doesn’t try to boost huge or pull you through freestyle tricks, it’s designed for carving, down-the-line riding, and strapless control.

What makes the Reo different?

First off, the drift. The Reo will sit steady above you even when your lines go slack, which is critical when you’re charging down the line or riding straight at the kite. Instead of collapsing or yanking you out of position, it floats with you. That’s what makes it a real wave kite.

Steering is also a standout. The kite pivots tightly without surge, so you can redirect instantly on a bottom turn or cutback without a spike in power. The depower range is deep and linear, you can dump power mid-wave to stay locked in the pocket, then sheet in smoothly to reposition.

The bar feel is lighter than the Edge or Enduro. That’s intentional, you don’t want to be wrestling the kite while surfing. Ozone has refined the Reo over many years, and each update makes it more balanced and precise. The V7 and onward especially brought faster turning and cleaner bridle response.

Who should ride the Reo?

Features:

• Wave riders: If your goal is to stay on the face and let the board do the work, this kite is built for you.
• Strapless freestyle riders: The Reo stays with you through spins, tacks, and rolls without dragging you downwind.
• Foilers in swell: The drift and light steering make it a strong foil companion in small surf.
• Intermediate to advanced riders: You could technically learn on a Reo, but it really shines once you’re comfortable on a surfboard. Beginners and twin tip riders will usually be better off on an Enduro first.

For Florida riders, the Reo makes the most sense if you’re chasing Gulf surf days, riding downwinders, or want a kite that will stay out of the way in messy onshore conditions. It’s not about height or speed, it’s about flow, balance, and control.Want to try one in waves? Call Elite at 727-800-2202 or stop by the shop to demo a Reo in Tampa Bay.

Read More: Ozone Reo V7 Review 2025: Standard vs Ultra X for Florida Wave Riding

Is the Ozone Zephyr the Best Kite for Lightwind Riding?

When the wind barely looks rideable, the Zephyr is the kite that keeps you on the water. It’s Ozone’s dedicated lightwind machine, a big canopy kite that actually feels lively instead of sluggish. Most riders think “lightwind kite” means boring, slow, and only useful for mowing the lawn. The Zephyr flips that script. It pulls early, flies forward in the window, and gives you sessions in 10 knots that most riders would write off.

Here in Florida, where 10–14 knots is often the norm, this kite gets a ton of use. Riders who own a Zephyr end up logging way more water time than those who don’t.

What makes the Zephyr so effective in lightwind?

The Ultra X build drops weight with upgraded material, making the V8 faster and more responsive than older Zephyrs. It has a crisp feel and doesn’t lag when you send it, which is rare for a kite in this size range. The wide canopy generates serious low-end grunt, but the design keeps it efficient so it still drives upwind and doesn’t feel like a parachute.

Water relaunch is surprisingly quick. That’s a huge deal in lightwind, where a crashed kite usually means swimming. Ozone refined the frame to help the kite roll up and relaunch even in marginal breeze.

And while the Zephyr is massive in size (17m standard), it doesn’t feel like you’re dragging a tractor tire through the sky. With the Ultra X frame, it actually loops and transitions with more precision than you’d expect, making lightwind freeride genuinely fun.

Who should ride the Zephyr?

• Riders in low-wind areas: Florida, the Midwest, lakes, you’ll double your rideable days with this kite.
• Freeride riders who hate waiting: If you want to be on the water when everyone else is sitting on the beach, this is the ticket.
• Foilers and directional riders: Pairing the Zephyr with a foil opens up sub-10 knot sessions.
• Heavier riders: Bigger riders often struggle in lightwind; the Zephyr gives you the pull to get going.

It’s not a kite for high wind or new riders learning in gusty conditions. But for anyone who values more sessions and wants to ride when others can’t, the Zephyr is a game changer.

Call Elite Watersports at 727-800-2202 or stop by the shop to see if the Zephyr V8 Ultra X is the right lightwind addition to your quiver.

Check out the Ozone Zephyr V8 Ultra X in our shop

Ozone AMP V2

Is the Ozone AMP a True Freestyle Kite?

Yes. The AMP is Ozone’s full-on freestyle weapon, built for unhooked tricks, slack, and technical riding. It’s a modern C-kite with tuning options, so you can dial it from playful crossover to hardcore freestyle. If your goal is handlepasses, mobes, or learning proper unhooked control, this is the kite in the Ozone lineup designed for it.

The AMP isn’t trying to be an all-rounder. It’s unapologetically focused on freestyle progression, and that makes it one of the most specialized (and rewarding) kites Ozone makes.

What makes the AMP different?

The AMP’s 4-line open C-shape gives you direct bar feedback and that all-important slack after pop. When you unhook and load, the kite releases smoothly, giving you the time and space to pass the bar or spin without being ripped off axis.

Ozone also built the AMP with adjustable bridles, so you can shift between “Freeride” mode (easier relaunch, softer power) and “Freestyle” mode (sharper pop, more slack). This lets you progress into the full C-kite experience without being punished on day one.

It’s fast enough for loops, but the personality is pure freestyle, not big air, not waves. If you’ve ever ridden freeride kites and felt like they pulled too much through unhooked tricks, the AMP solves that problem.

Who should ride the AMP?

• Committed freestyle riders: If unhooking is your main goal, this is the kite.
• Intermediate to advanced twin tip riders: You need solid edge control and confidence relaunching to make the most of it.
• Riders who want slack: Anyone chasing clean passes or rotations will love how it dumps power and lets you focus on the trick.

It’s not the kite for beginners or casual freeriders, you’ll progress faster on the Enduro if you’re still finding your style. But for riders serious about freestyle, the AMP unlocks a level of control and consistency no freeride kite can match.

Want to know if the AMP belongs in your quiver? Call Elite at 727-800-2202 or stop by the shop, we’ll be straight with you about whether you’re ready for a true freestyle kite.

If your focus is foiling, Ozone has three strong options, each tuned for a different rider. From simple, one-strut freeride to high-efficiency race foils, they cover the whole spectrum.

Ozone Alpha V2 – The Simple Foil & Freeride Option

The Alpha is Ozone’s single-strut freeride/foil kite. It’s lightweight, drifty, and easy to relaunch. This is the kite we recommend for new foilers or anyone who wants a minimalist kite that works in lightwind. The Alpha feels playful, turns quick with one hand, and doesn’t punish you when the wind shifts. For riders in Tampa Bay who just want to get more water time on their foil, it’s one of the easiest tools to learn on.

Ozone Hyperlink – The Crossover Foil Kite

The Hyperlink is unique because it’s a closed-cell foil kite you can ride on both water and snow. It packs up small, flies in barely-there wind, and delivers insane efficiency. The handling is more technical than the Alpha, but if you’re a foiler who travels or wants maximum lightwind range, the Hyperlink opens up sessions that inflatable kites just can’t. It relaunches surprisingly well for a foil kite and works in gusty winds once you get comfortable.

Ozone Chrono – The Performance Foil Kite

The Chrono is Ozone’s race-bred foil kite, designed for advanced foilers and racers. It’s ultra-efficient, generates incredible apparent wind, and rewards precise flying. This isn’t a beginner kite, it’s for riders who want top speed, course racing performance, or maximum hangtime on a foil. If you’re chasing progression beyond cruising and into competitive foiling, the Chrono is the weapon of choice.

Who should ride Ozone’s foil kites?

• New foilers: Go with the Alpha. It’s simple, inflatable, and forgiving.
• Lightwind chasers / crossover riders: Try the Hyperlink if you want to ride in 6–10 knots, travel with a packable kite, or even use it on snow.
• Performance foilers: Step into the Chrono when you’re ready for race-level efficiency and speed.

For Florida’s lighter, gusty conditions, the Alpha is usually the best entry point. Once you’ve got foiling dialed, the Hyperlink or Chrono can stretch your sessions even further.

Come fly one with us at Elite Watersports. We’ll match the right foil kite to your setup and help you get dialed. Call 727-800-2202 or stop by the shop to check them out.

By now, you’ve got a feel for what each Ozone kite does best, but here’s how we break it down at the shop when riders are deciding:

Match the kite to your primary style

• Just starting out or want one kite to do it all? Get the Enduro V4. It’s forgiving, versatile, and still exciting at higher levels.
• Want to boost higher and ride faster? Go with the Edge V12. It’s Ozone’s performance freeride/big air machine.
• Ride waves or strapless surfboards? Choose the Reo. It’s tuned for drift, pivot turns, and staying out of the way while you surf.
• Frustrated with lightwind days? Add the Zephyr V8 Ultra X. It makes 10 knots fun again and doubles your rideable sessions.
• Serious about unhooked freestyle? Step into the AMP V2. It’s a full-on C-kite built for slack, passes, and technical riding.
• Want to foil more often? Start with the Alpha V2. If you’re advanced, look at the Hyperlink (lightwind crossover) or Chrono (performance/race).

Be honest about your skill level

It’s tempting to buy the kite for the rider you want to be. But the fastest way to progress is to fly something that matches where you are right now. Beginners and progressing intermediates will get more out of the Enduro or Alpha than jumping straight into an AMP or Chrono.

Think about where you ride

Here in Tampa Bay, we deal with gusts, lightwind thermals, and variable sessions. That’s why so many locals lean toward the Enduro, Edge, or Zephyr. If you travel to stronger wind destinations or ride consistent wave spots, the Reo or AMP might fit better.

Demo before you commit

The internet is helpful, but nothing beats flying the kite yourself. Bar pressure, relaunch, the way it loops, all of that is personal. That’s why we run demos, rentals, and events at Elite Watersports.

Call us at 727-800-2202
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We’ve tested, taught, and ridden every kite in the Ozone lineup. Let us help you match the right kite to your riding style so you spend less time guessing, and more time on the water.

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