2025 Ozone Edge VT Review | Elite Watersports Big Air Test

What’s new in the 2025 Ozone Edge VT?

Every time Ozone drops a new Edge, the first question is always the same: what did they actually change? The 2025 edition, officially “Edge VT” or Version Thirteen, is not a radical redesign. Instead, it’s a set of really smart refinements that make the kite more responsive and more fun to fly without stripping away the DNA that makes the Edge a big-air legend.

The main updates come down to shape, tension, and control:

• Refined planform and arc: The kite sits a little more balanced in the window. You feel that on approach, ess lag, cleaner lift, and smoother redirection at the top.
• Slimmer leading edge: Ozone shaved weight and drag out of the frame, which makes the kite rotate quicker through loops but still hold its structure at high speeds.
• Adjusted sail tension: The trailing edge is noticeably tighter. That kills off the little flutter older versions had and gives you sharper bar feedback.
• 16-point bridle system: This is the big one. Load is spread more evenly across the canopy, so the kite holds its shape better in gusts, and steering feels crisper, especially in transitions.

When Jesse Richmond had the Edge VT out at AWSI in Hood River, it was obvious right away. The kite still has that locked-in, race-bred efficiency, but now it’s quicker to respond when you throw input at the bar. You can come into a kicker with speed, send the kite hard, and it feels tighter and more precise than V12. Same massive boost, but the timing feels more natural, especially if you’re pushing loops or trying to squeeze extra hangtime out of every send.

If you’ve been riding an older Edge, you’ll recognize the same DNA, but the VT carries itself with a sharper edge, literally. It’s smoother, stiffer, and just a little hungrier to move when you are.

Edge VT specifications and available sizes

Specs aren’t just numbers on paper, they tell you how the kite is going to behave on the water. Ozone kept the Edge VT lineup wide, so whether you’re hunting light-wind sessions or nuking big-air days, there’s a size dialed for it.

Size range for 2025: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, and 18.

That new 12 m fills a sweet gap for riders who want more low-end than the 11 but don’t want to jump all the way to a 13. On the top end, Ozone consolidated the biggest models into an 18 m, replacing the older 17 and 19 with one powerhouse light-wind engine.

Material breakdown by size:

• 6–9 m: Full Teijin Triple Ripstop Dacron leading edge and struts for maximum durability in strong wind.
• 10–13 m: Hybrid frame, Dacron LE paired with lighter 125 g Performance Dacron struts. It trims weight where you feel it most and helps these midsizes steer faster.
• 15 & 18 m: Full 125 g Performance Dacron on both LE and struts, cutting weight to keep big kites efficient and manageable in light air.
  

Canopy cloth:

• Standard VT: 55 g Teijin Technoforce triple ripstop, durable, proven, built to last.
• Ultra-X: lighter 46 g double-ripstop plus Aluula frame, shaving weight and adding stiffness for a livelier ride.
  

Frame structure:

All sizes run the five-strut skeleton that’s made the Edge famous. It’s what keeps the kite locked in through gusts, high speeds, and heavy landings.

On the beach, you notice the slimmer leading edge right away, it pumps up hard but feels leaner under your arm. In the air, that structure gives the VT its new balance of speed and stability. Whether you’re flying a 7 in 35 knots or cruising the 18 on a lake breeze, you’re getting the same Edge DNA tuned to size.

Riding impressions: boost, hangtime, and loop feel

The Edge has always been the “rocket ship” in Ozone’s lineup, and the 2025 VT keeps that DNA alive. First thing you notice when you send it: the boost feels more direct. There’s less lag between sheet-in and takeoff, which means you can commit harder on your approach and know the kite will be right there with you.

Boost: When you load the edge of your board and send it, the lift is classic Edge, vertical, powerful, and clean. But where older versions sometimes felt like they “pulled you through” the window, the VT sends you straighter up. It’s confidence-inspiring because you don’t need to overthink timing. Just set your line, load, and the kite does the heavy lifting.

Hangtime: This is still the Edge’s superpower. The VT feels like it “parks” you in the sky for a beat longer. It’s not just float, it’s usable hangtime. You’ve got room to tweak grabs, do rotations, or just enjoy that slow glide down. Aaron had the 13 m in Hood River and remember hanging so long that he actually spotted my landing way early and had time to adjust mid-air. That’s rare, even in this category.

Loop feel: This is where the VT changes are most obvious. Loops are smoother and more predictable. The slimmer leading edge and tighter sail make the kite come around quicker, but not in a snappy, out-of-control way. You feel like you can trust the recovery. On the 13, Aaron looped a little late once and thought it might hammer me, but the catch was solid. If you’ve been intimidated to start looping an Edge, the VT makes it more accessible.

Bar pressure and sheeting: The bar feel is medium, enough to know exactly where the kite is, but not so heavy that it wears you out. Sheeting range is wide and progressive, so you can dial in height on big sends or sheet out for softer landings. It feels tuned to give you micro control without mush.Put simply, the Edge VT is still your big-air elevator, but now the ride is smoother, the loops are safer, and the kite gives you a little more freedom to push without punishment.

Handling and steering: feedback, responsiveness, inertia

One of the first things Aaron noticed with the Edge VT is how much cleaner the feedback feels at the bar. Older Edges were powerful, efficient, but sometimes they gave you that slightly “dampened” signal, like the kite was too locked in to really tell you what was happening mid-window. With VT, that signal comes alive.

Responsiveness: The slimmer leading edge trims some rotational inertia, so when you steer, the kite actually reacts quicker. You still feel the weight and presence of a five-strut big-air machine, this is not a featherweight freestyle kite, but the delay is gone. The kite comes through cleaner, which means timing redirects and loops is less of a gamble.

Feedback: The new bridle setup spreads load across 16 points, which stiffens the frame and keeps the canopy tidy. You can feel those little micro-movements through the bar now. It’s like riding a race car with better suspension, the track still feels smooth, but you know exactly where the edges are.

Inertia: What’s cool is that Ozone didn’t overdo it. The Edge VT still has that grounded, composed turn. It doesn’t spin out of control when you over-pull. Instead, it carries momentum smoothly and resets quickly. That balance is what makes it fun in gusts and in high-speed approaches, because the kite doesn’t get twitchy.

For riders who have always loved the Edge’s locked-in feel but wished it talked back a little more, this is the fix. The VT doesn’t just pull, it communicates. And when you’re 20 meters up, that extra information coming through the bar is gold.

Stability, resistance to flutter, and canopy behavior in gusts

If you’ve ridden an Edge before, you already know stability is its calling card. The VT keeps that reputation, and then some.

Stability in motion: When you’re charging full speed into a kicker or edging hard upwind, the kite feels locked in like it’s on rails. Even when the Gorge gusts were hitting, the canopy didn’t twitch or fold. You can keep eyes on the ramp instead of worrying whether the kite’s going to backstall or flap around.

No more flutter: Previous versions had a touch of trailing-edge flutter at high speed, especially on the bigger sizes. VT’s tighter sail tensions pretty much kill that. The canopy stays clean and efficient, which means less drag, more lift, and better feedback through the bar. It’s one of those subtle upgrades you don’t notice until you swap back to an older Edge, then it’s glaring.

Canopy behavior in gusts: The five-strut frame is still doing the heavy lifting here. Gusts that would normally rattle a three-strut kite just get absorbed. Instead of the kite wobbling or deforming, the VT holds its arc and translates that energy into drive. That’s a huge deal when you’re lining up for a big send in sketchy wind, stability gives you the confidence to fully commit.

The takeaway: the Edge VT doesn’t just fly straight, it flies steady. And that steadiness is exactly what lets you push higher and harder without second-guessing your kite.

Low wind performance, upwind drive, and depower margin

One of the biggest reasons riders stay loyal to the Edge is its efficiency. The VT keeps that same trait but smooths out the way the power comes on and drops off.

Low wind performance: On the 13 and 18, the kite wants to fly. The slimmer leading edge and lighter frame construction on the bigger sizes keep them from feeling like sluggish tractors. Even in borderline conditions, the VT climbs out of the hole quickly and generates apparent wind fast. If your spot is light-wind dominant, the new 18 feels like a proper replacement for both the old 17 and 19, fewer kites to cover the same range.

Upwind drive: This is where the Edge still runs the table. Lock the kite in, sheet in, and you’ll find yourself holding a higher line than most riders on the water. The VT tweaks make this more effortless, you don’t have to constantly finesse the bar to keep it in its groove. Just set it and let it haul. That efficiency is what makes the Edge so good for stacking jumps back-to-back, because you’re always resetting upwind fast.

Depower margin: Ozone gave the VT a very usable sheeting range. Sheet out, and the kite instantly dumps excess power without losing control or backstalling. That’s huge when the wind spikes mid-session, you can ride out gusts without having to come off the water. On the flip side, the kite powers back up smoothly when you sheet in, so the energy feels progressive rather than on/off.

Bottom line: whether you’re milking a session in 14 knots or holding it down when it hits 30, the Edge VT feels like it’s built to maximize your water time.

Real rider feedback, quotes, and community impressions

Specs tell one story, but riders tell the real one. The Edge VT’s launch at AWSI 2025 was buzzing, and it wasn’t just marketing hype, you could feel the difference on the water and hear it in the chatter on the beach.

From Jesse Richmond: When Jesse put the Edge VT through its paces in Hood River, he nailed it in one line: “It’s the same Edge we all know, but it’s more responsive and more fun to fly.” Jesse’s a guy who’s spent years sending it to the moon, and his grin after looping the VT said it all.

From Aaron’s sessions: When Aaron had the 13 m in Gorge gusts, and what stood out was how confidently it carried speed into kickers. Loops felt safer, and landings gave me time to adjust, like the kite was actually working with the rider instead of just hauling them around. That feedback through the bar makes progression a lot less intimidating.

From the community: Edge riders are a loyal crew, and early impressions line up with what I’ve felt:“Great lift and hangtime. Extremely stable. The new models are a bit quicker compared to the oldies.” - Rider review from forums.The takeaway? Whether it’s pro riders, weekend chargers, or forum chatter, everyone’s picking up on the same theme: the Edge VT keeps its legendary boost and stability, but finally adds the snappier steering people have been asking for.

When might the Edge VT not be ideal?

The Edge VT is a powerhouse, but like any kite, it’s not designed to do everything. Here are a few scenarios where you might reach for something else:

- Freestyle and slack tricks: If unhooked passes or freestyle pop is your main focus, the Edge VT isn’t built for that. It’s a big-air machine first. You’ll get more satisfaction from a three-strut freestyle kite designed to give you slack.

- Hardcore loop specialists: The VT loops confidently and catches clean, but if your riding is all about megaloops in nuking wind, there are other kites with tighter, more aggressive loop radii.

- Dedicated foil riders: You can foil with the Edge VT, but it’s not what it’s made for. A single-strut or lighter three-strut kite will drift and relaunch better for foil sessions.

Notice what’s not on that list: everyday freeride, big-air progression, boosting, or sending long floaty jumps. That’s where the Edge VT is in its element. If that’s the riding you live for, this kite won’t let you down.

Tips for choosing size and tuning settings

One of the best things about the Edge VT is how well it scales across sizes, but choosing the right one, and dialing in your setup, makes all the difference.

Choosing your size:

• Wind floor first: Start by looking at your local wind. If your typical session is 18–22 knots, the 9 or 10 is going to feel magic for big air. If you’re usually riding in 14–18, a 12 or 13 will unlock the Edge’s hangtime superpower.
• Big sizes for progression: The new 18 is a beast for light wind and practice, it lets you dial in timing and technique when most people are stuck on the beach.

Bar width and line lengths:

• Stick to Ozone’s bar chart, but if you want snappier steering, use the larger recommended bar size.
• Standard 23 m lines are perfect for floaty jumps. Shorter lines (19–21 m) will tighten loops and reduce lag, great if you’re pushing into rotations and board-offs.

Rear pigtail settings:

Ozone gives you multiple attachment points. Use the more responsive setting if you want quicker steering in gusty conditions. If you prefer a calmer, locked-in pull, move the rear lines out a knot to soften bar pressure.

Pump pressure:

Don’t skimp here. The slimmer leading edge needs to be firm to hold shape in gusts. A soft leading edge will kill loop recovery and precision faster than anything else.

The Edge VT isn’t finicky, but those small setup tweaks can really dial the kite into your style. Think of it less like “tuning for survival” and more like “tuning for personality.”

Where to buy and how to demo the 2025 Edge VT

If you’re ready to add the Edge VT to your quiver, you don’t have to chase it down through random shops online. We’ve got the full 2025 lineup right here at Elite Watersports.

Buy direct: Buy the 2025 Ozone Edge VT at Elite Watersports, we’ll ship anywhere in the U.S., and you’ll know you’re getting the real deal backed by a shop that rides what it sells.

Try before you buy: Not sure which size is right for you, or curious about the Ultra-X? Book a lesson or demo with Elite] and put both versions back-to-back on the water. Nothing beats actually sending it for yourself.

Gear pairing: If you need a board, harness, or bar setup to go with it, check out Elite’s kite gear shop. We’ll help you build a quiver that matches your local wind and your progression goals.That’s the advantage of shopping with a rider-run shop, we’re not just handing you a box, we’re giving you access to experience and demos that help you get it right the first time.

Is this update worth upgrading for existing Edge riders?

The big question for a lot of Edge riders isn’t “is it good?”, you already know the Edge is a weapon. The real question is whether the VT adds enough to justify moving on from your current kite.

From V9–V11: Absolutely. The VT is a major step up in steering speed, canopy cleanliness, and feedback. You’ll feel it right away when you redirect on approach or try a loop. It makes the kite more intuitive without taking away that locked-in Edge feel.

From V12: This is where the decision gets more personal. The VT doesn’t reinvent the kite, but it does refine it. You get:

- Quicker, crisper steering
- Tighter canopy with less flutter
- More predictable loops and cleaner catches
- Smoother bar feedback in gusts

If you’re pushing progression, going higher, adding rotations, trying loops, the VT gives you an edge (literally) to progress faster and safer. If you’re cruising or not maxing out your V12 yet, the difference might not feel worth the price tag just yet.

Bottom line: if you’re already riding the Edge hard and want it to communicate better, the VT is the upgrade that unlocks that next level.

Final verdict on the Ozone Edge VT 2025

The Edge VT is still the same rocket ship that’s carried riders to the moon for over a decade. What’s different in 2025 is how much more fun it feels to fly. The slimmer leading edge, new bridle, and tighter canopy make the kite more responsive, more communicative, and more approachable in loops, all without sacrificing the stability and hangtime that made the Edge a legend in the first place.

If you’re an intermediate or advanced rider chasing big boosts, floaty landings, and reliable performance across gusty conditions, the VT delivers. And if you’re already an Edge rider, this update sharpens everything you love about the kite.

Ready to ride the 2025 Ozone Edge VT? Stop by Elite Watersports to check it out in person, or book a demo session and feel the difference on the water before you buy.