Ozone Enduro V4 Overview

An All-Around Kite That Actually Grows With You

If you don’t know where to start in the Ozone lineup, start here.

It’s versatile, forgiving, and still genuinely fun as your riding progresses. It’s the kite that works when conditions are changing, when your goals are evolving, and when you just want a session that feels easy without feeling boring.

Riders come in unsure of what direction they want to go. Some are brand new. Some are a few seasons in and starting to loop or ride waves. Others just want one kite that covers most of their sessions in Tampa Bay’s variable wind. The Enduro consistently ends up in riders’ hands because it adapts to more real sessions than most kites in its category.

This is not a hype piece or a spec sheet breakdown. This is a real-world overview of what the Enduro V4 is, who it’s for, and why it continues to be one of the safest and smartest choices in modern kiteboarding.

What Kind of Kite Is the Ozone Enduro V4?

The Enduro V4 is best described as a true all-around freeride kite.

That sounds generic until you ride one.

In practical terms, the Enduro is designed to let you do a bit of everything without forcing you into a single discipline. You can cruise, jump, loop, ride small surf, dabble in freestyle, or even cross over into foiling without feeling like the kite is fighting you or holding you back.

The Enduro sits in the middle of Ozone’s range. It is not a dedicated big air machine, and it is not a pure wave kite. Instead, it blends predictable handling, smooth power delivery, and adjustable feel so the kite can adapt to the rider instead of the other way around.

For riders in places like St. Petersburg and the greater Tampa Bay area, that matters. Wind can be gusty. Conditions can change quickly. You might start a session cruising and finish it boosting or riding a small wind swell. The Enduro handles that reality better than most.

Why the Enduro Has Become a Go-To Kite at Elite Watersports

When riders ask us for one kite that covers the majority of their sessions, this is usually where we land.

The Enduro’s strength is not that it dominates one category. Its strength is that it rarely feels wrong. It turns quickly without being twitchy. It goes upwind easily. It handles gusts calmly. Relaunch is fast and predictable, which matters a lot for beginners and for anyone pushing new tricks.

That combination makes it an easy kite to trust. Trust leads to progression.

From a shop perspective, the Enduro reduces friction. Fewer tuning issues, fewer mismatches between rider and kite, and fewer follow-up corrections. That consistency matters when recommending gear that needs to work across a wide range of experience levels and conditions.

For progressing riders, the Enduro sticks around. You don’t outgrow it immediately. You can start looping it, jumping higher, experimenting with different riding styles, and tuning the kite to match what you are working on.

That’s why we often say the Enduro works for about 90 percent of riders, about 90 percent of the time.

Who the Ozone Enduro V4 Is Best Suited For

In places like St. Petersburg, Fort De Soto, and the broader Tampa Bay area, wind consistency is rarely perfect. One tack might feel powered, the next slightly under. The Enduro’s balanced pull and steady flight make those shifts easier to manage without constant trim changes or aggressive flying.

You want one kite that does not dictate your riding style
Some kites push you toward one discipline whether you intend it or not. The Enduro stays neutral. You can cruise, jump, carve, or loop without feeling like you brought the wrong tool for the session.

You value confidence over aggression
The Enduro rewards clean technique. It does not demand perfect timing or constant correction. That matters if you are building consistency, riding longer sessions, or simply want your kite to feel predictable when conditions are less than ideal.

You travel and want a flexible quiver
When space is limited, versatility matters. The Enduro’s ability to cross disciplines makes it a reliable choice for riders who want to pack light without giving up options once they arrive.

This is not about being a beginner or an expert. It is about how you actually ride.

How the Enduro V4’s Bridle Settings Change the Kite’s Behavior

The Enduro V4 uses a three-position bridle system. Each setting shifts how the kite sits in the wind window, how power is delivered, and how feedback comes through the bar. You are not changing the kite’s identity. You are adjusting its priorities.

Freeride Setting

This is the most balanced configuration.

The kite sits in a neutral position in the window, with smooth power delivery and moderate bar pressure. Steering feels controlled rather than sharp. This setting works well for general cruising, transitions, casual jumps, and longer sessions where comfort matters more than intensity.

In local terms, this is the setting many riders default to when the wind is steady but not strong, especially on flatter water days inside the bay.

Freestyle Setting

This setting shifts the kite slightly deeper in the window.

You feel more feedback through the bar. Power engages more directly when you load the edge. Timing becomes clearer, which helps when working on jumps, loops, or unhooked attempts. The kite feels more connected to your input rather than floating forward.

This is the setting riders often move to when the wind picks up and they want the kite to respond with more authority instead of smoothing everything out.

Wave Setting

This configuration lets the kite fly farther forward with lighter bar pressure.

Power delivery becomes softer and steering feels looser without being vague. The kite follows you rather than pulling you through turns. Even riders who do not consider themselves wave specialists use this setting when they want the kite to stay out of the way during carving or down-the-line riding.

Each setting shifts how the kite responds to rider input and conditions. It is that the Enduro lets you adjust your feel without changing kites.

If you want to see how Ozone’s own riders and designers talk through the Enduro’s tuning options and design intent, it’s worth watching their official breakdowns. Ozone has published a rider-focused overview of how the Enduro adapts across disciplines, along with a separate design-led walk-through that explains what changed in the V4 and why.

Both videos add useful visual context around bridle settings, handling feel, and the kind of riding the Enduro was built for, especially if you like to see the kite in motion rather than just read about it:

Those videos reflect Ozone’s perspective directly. The guidance in this article is based on how the Enduro V4 actually behaves in everyday riding and teaching conditions here on the water.

How the Ozone Enduro V4 Behaves on the Water and Why Relaunch Matters More Than You Think

Water handling becomes important any time conditions are inconsistent, wind softens unexpectedly, or a session involves active progression.

The Enduro V4 is unusually calm on the water.

When it drops leading edge down, it tends to stay oriented instead of collapsing or rolling unpredictably. The canopy holds its shape, which makes it easier to assess what to do next instead of reacting in a rush. In lighter wind, this stability buys you time. In stronger wind, it reduces the chance of the kite overreacting during recovery.

Relaunch itself is straightforward and consistent. You do not need exaggerated steering input or perfect timing. A clean pull on a rear line brings the kite around without hesitation, even when the wind is uneven. This is one of the reasons instructors and progressing riders gravitate toward the Enduro. You spend less energy fixing problems and more time actually riding.

In local terms, this matters a lot. Inside Tampa Bay, wind can soften suddenly. On the Gulf side, chop and current can interfere with clean relaunch angles. The Enduro’s willingness to come off the water without drama reduces frustration and shortens the learning curve.

If you are actively working on relaunch technique or want to understand how different conditions affect it, this guide goes deeper into the mechanics without overcomplicating things.

The key takeaway is simple. The Enduro V4 does not punish small errors. It lets you reset and continue.

How the Enduro V4 Handles Gusty, Real-World Wind

In the Tampa Bay area, wind often comes in pulses. A clean gust rolls through, followed by a softer patch, then ramps again. Kites that rely on aggressive profiles or narrow tuning windows can feel tiring in those conditions.

The Enduro V4 manages this by staying composed rather than reactive.

When a gust hits, the kite does not surge forward unpredictably. Power increases smoothly instead of spiking. When the wind backs off, the kite remains stable in the air rather than stalling or falling back.

In practice, that stability shows up quickly:

• You spend less time correcting and more time riding
• Upwind angles stay consistent across lulls
• Relaunch is faster when mistakes happen

Riders learning to read wind benefit from this stability as well. 
If you are actively working on understanding forecasts and local conditions, pairing that knowledge with a kite that does not exaggerate every change makes progression smoother.

The Enduro does not eliminate gusts. It simply makes them easier to live with.

Jumping, Lift, and Landing Feel on the Ozone Enduro V4

The Enduro V4 delivers lift in a way that feels predictable rather than explosive.

When you send the kite, power builds smoothly instead of snapping on. That makes timing easier to read, especially for riders still refining takeoff technique. You can focus on edging, board control, and body position without feeling rushed by the kite accelerating past you.

Lift itself is supportive and consistent. The kite carries you through the jump instead of spiking upward and dropping you early. That translates into softer landings and better control on descent, which matters just as much as height when you are stacking repetitions.

In moderate Florida wind, this character really shows. You can boost without needing perfect wind strength or aggressive sends. In stronger wind, the Enduro stays composed overhead rather than pulling you off-axis or forcing a rushed landing.

The landing phase is where many riders notice the difference. The kite remains stable and easy to redirect, allowing you to spot your landing and ride away cleanly. This is one of the reasons riders often gain confidence jumping sooner on the Enduro than on more specialized kites.

You are not choosing the Enduro for record-breaking height. You are choosing it because it makes jumping approachable, repeatable, and forgiving while still being fun once your confidence builds.

Looping and Steering Response on the Ozone Enduro V4

Loop initiation and completion feel deliberate rather than rushed.

Steering input translates directly into motion without delay, but the kite does not accelerate so fast that it outruns your timing. That balance is what makes loops feel manageable instead of intimidating. You always know where the kite is in the window, which reduces hesitation and keeps movements intentional rather than reactive.

Loop shape stays compact and predictable. The kite carves through the turn instead of snapping through it, which helps maintain line tension without sudden surges of power. This is especially noticeable when learning your first powered loops or dialing in smaller, lower-risk loops during everyday sessions.

In lighter wind, the Enduro completes loops without stalling or dropping out of the sky. In stronger wind, it resists the urge to over-accelerate, making it easier to control pull and exit cleanly. That consistency across wind ranges is a big reason riders trust it when pushing beyond straight-line riding.

Local conditions play into this as well. In Tampa Bay, wind often builds unevenly across the water. A kite that loops too aggressively can punish poor timing. The Enduro’s measured response allows riders to commit to the motion without needing perfect setup or ideal wind strength. 

At Elite Watersports, we see riders stick with the Enduro longer than expected once they start looping, not because it limits them, but because it keeps the learning process calm and repeatable.

What Size Ozone Enduro V4 Should I Get?

Sizing the Enduro V4 is less about chasing a chart and more about understanding how you actually ride.

Rider weight, typical wind strength, and board choice all matter. In Florida, especially around Tampa Bay, wind often sits in the middle range rather than blowing consistently strong. That pushes many riders toward sizes that stay efficient and responsive instead of oversized and sluggish.

As a general starting point:

• Lighter riders tend to spend more time on mid-size kites that stay lively in moderate wind
• Heavier riders often benefit from stepping up a size to maintain low-end power without working the kite aggressively
• Twin tip riders usually size slightly smaller than surfboard or foil riders in the same conditions

The Enduro’s stability across gusts means you do not need to oversize to stay comfortable. Many riders are surprised how well a correctly sized Enduro holds its shape and stays flying when the wind softens.

When Is the Ozone Enduro V4 Not the Right Kite?

The Enduro V4 does a lot well, but it is not built to be everything for everyone.

It may not be the best choice if:

• Your only goal is maximum big air height and hangtime in strong wind
• You ride waves exclusively and prioritize drift above all else
• You focus solely on technical unhooked freestyle and want the most aggressive feedback possible

In those cases, a more specialized kite can make sense. The Enduro’s strength is balance and adaptability. Riders who want extreme specialization may find that balance unnecessary.

Want to Ride the Enduro V4 Before You Decide?

The easiest way to know if the Enduro V4 is right for you is to put your hands on one.

At Elite Watersports, we help riders dial in size, settings, and setup based on local conditions and real goals, not generic advice. Whether you are coming from lessons, upgrading gear, or refining your quiver, having a short conversation often saves months of second-guessing.

Ozone Enduro V4 Overview: Final Takeaway

The Ozone Enduro V4 has earned its reputation by being dependable, adaptable, and enjoyable across a wide range of conditions and riding styles. It does not demand perfection from the rider, and it does not force you into a narrow path.

For riders in Florida and beyond who want one kite that handles changing wind, supports progression, and stays relevant as skills evolve, the Enduro continues to be one of the safest and smartest choices in the Ozone lineup.

If you already know what you want from a session, the Enduro often delivers without drama.

That balance is why so many riders keep coming back to it.