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EN PARAGLIDERS 2013


Inspired by Nature,<br />

Driven by the Elements.<br />

The <strong>Ozone</strong> line of paragliders continues to grow, with exciting new innovations across our range.<br />

The <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team has been hard at work perfecting exciting new wings, and refining our<br />

existing range, elevating performance and safety in every category. Whether your goal this year<br />

is to win the World Championships or to begin your very first XC flight, we have what you need<br />

to get there. Every wing we build, from beginner to competition, is created with an equal amount<br />

of care and passion for our sport and for our pilots.<br />

Adventure has been at the very heart of what we do since 1998. For over a decade, we have<br />

made wings that carry pilots into the heart of the unknown, into the very fabric of the atmosphere<br />

itself, miles away from our everyday lives.<br />

This is your life, and here are the keys to your adventure...<br />

photo: Loren Cox pilot: Cade Palmer location: Marmolada, Italy<br />

CONTENTS<br />

Highlights<br />

New Records 3<br />

Mt. Blanc Summit Party 4<br />

Zero Carbon Emissions Trek 5<br />

Alpine Speed 6<br />

The Dream Team 7<br />

Chrigel Joins <strong>Ozone</strong> 8<br />

Team <strong>Ozone</strong> 9<br />

Smiles and Titles 11<br />

Para to the People 12<br />

New Wings for 2013 13<br />

Shark Nose Technology 14<br />

Speed Series & <strong>Ozone</strong> Power 15<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Tech Systems 16<br />

Paragliders<br />

Element 2 & Groundhog 17<br />

Mojo 4 19<br />

Buzz Z4 21<br />

Geo III 23<br />

Rush 3 25<br />

Swift 2 27<br />

Delta 2 29<br />

Alpina31<br />

Mantra M5 33<br />

LM435<br />

EnZo & Anti-G 37<br />

Ultralite 3 39<br />

XXLite41<br />

Octane 2 43<br />

Trickster45<br />

Magnum II, Mag2Lite 47<br />

Speed Wings<br />

Fazer50<br />

XT 16 51<br />

Firefly52<br />

Accessories<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Harnesses 53<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Accessories 54<br />

Charts<br />

PG Skill Chart 55<br />

Speed Skill Chart 56<br />

Spec Chart 57<br />

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New Foot Launch World, and National Records!<br />

2012 was a busy year for the record books.<br />

-Olympio Faissol set a new<br />

foot launch world record of<br />

462kms with his R10, in Brazil.<br />

-Kirsty Cameron flew 233km<br />

in the UK for one of the<br />

longest flights ever recorded<br />

there, under her trusty R11.<br />

-Peter Gebhard flew an<br />

incredible world record 277km<br />

triangle in the Alps, and says<br />

his goal is now 300km!<br />

-Mike Cavanagh, <strong>Ozone</strong>’s<br />

managing director, set his own<br />

personal best XC record, broke<br />

the UK Flight to Goal distance<br />

record, and broke 1000pts in the<br />

UK XC League for the second<br />

time (the first time it had ever<br />

been done was in 2011, also by<br />

Mike), all in the same flight from<br />

Bradwell to Ely, 170kms.<br />

-Dean Stratton and Jimmy<br />

Huang paired up to break the<br />

California distance record, in<br />

incredible style: their line took<br />

them through the Eastern<br />

Sierra, in some of the biggest<br />

air and wildest terrain that<br />

paragliders have ever dared<br />

to fly in.<br />

-Nick Greece broke the USA’s<br />

distance record with a 329km<br />

flight from his backyard across<br />

the border into Wyoming,<br />

through some very remote<br />

terrain.<br />

-Felix Rodriguez had a brilliant<br />

idea, and called us one day to<br />

declare that he was going to<br />

fly to the summit of Mt Blanc,<br />

topland there, and then relaunch<br />

to break the world<br />

record for foot-launched<br />

Infinity Tumbles; three days<br />

later, he sent us video of<br />

him doing exactly that!<br />

http://vimeo.com/ozone/infinite<br />

Party<br />

on the Summit of Mt Blanc<br />

One weekend in August, cloud base rose to 5300m<br />

and a huge group of pilots arrived at the Mt Blanc<br />

Massif to attempt to overfly and top land on the Mt<br />

Blanc. Many pilots were successful, including Martin<br />

Bonis, who was flying the <strong>Ozone</strong> XXLite, our single<br />

surface “descent” wing. We knew that the XXLite was<br />

capable of more than just gliding down, but we are<br />

very impressed with Martin’s performance! Normally<br />

the XXLite would be carried to the summit for a<br />

descent flight, but some people are just too lazy!<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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Halfway around the world,<br />

zero carbon emissions<br />

Since 2008, Olivier Peyre has been slowly working<br />

his way around the world by bicycle, sailboat,<br />

and paraglider. With his tracklog currently at<br />

the “halfway” mark, he has thus far logged over<br />

130 paragliding spots in Europe, Africa, South<br />

America, and the South Pacific. His odometer<br />

reads: 27,000kms by bicycle and approximately<br />

16,000kms by sailboat!<br />

Olivier chose the Ultralite to carry him through<br />

the airborne portions of his journey and his<br />

wing has so far survived the travels nicely! It is<br />

probably the most well-traveled paraglider in the<br />

world, which speaks for the Ultralite’s durability.<br />

We highly recommend checking out some of<br />

his travel entries, where you can read about<br />

flying and rolling through some amazing parts<br />

of our planet. His long trip is far from over, and<br />

we wish him all the best for the second half.<br />

http://www.enrouteavecaile.com<br />

photo: Freddie Wilkinson<br />

Ueli Steck<br />

sets new Alpine Speed Record<br />

The record-breaking speed<br />

climber, Ueli Steck, gained<br />

worldwide recognition with<br />

his 2:47hr Eiger North Face<br />

speed record in 2008. In 2012,<br />

Ueli returned to the Jungfrau<br />

region for a record breaking<br />

triple summit: The Jungfrau,<br />

Mönch, and Eiger, all in one<br />

day! To link the peaks, Ueli<br />

used his <strong>Ozone</strong> Ultralite 19m.<br />

Ueli is a new paraglider pilot<br />

with big dreams, and we look<br />

forward to his future projects.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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The<br />

Dream Team<br />

Since <strong>Ozone</strong> began in 1998, we have dreamed of becoming a “whole” paragliding company,<br />

in the realest sense of the word. We have striven to create not only the best paragliding<br />

products, but also to create them in the best way possible. Our on-going mission is to<br />

maintain the synergistic relationship between our own lovingly managed manufacturing<br />

facility, our innovative and passionate R&D Team, and a caring dealer network. All of this, we<br />

hope, will continue leading us to our Dream Team’s dream: More Happy Pilots.<br />

Visit vimeo.com/ozone/opp to see what the team has been up to.<br />

Chrigel Maurer<br />

Joins the <strong>Ozone</strong> Team<br />

Anyone familiar with the past decade<br />

of paragliding knows the name Chrigel<br />

Maurer. With countless National, PWC,<br />

and international XC competition titles to<br />

his name, Chrigel is also one of the world’s<br />

leading acrobatic pilots and a two time<br />

winner of the RedBull X-Alps. We’re very<br />

happy to be working with Chrigel and we<br />

look forward to collaborative improvements<br />

to our entire range of paragliders, speed<br />

wings, and harnesses.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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WE FLY<br />

365 DAYS A YEAR<br />

From the icy peaks of the Tien Shan Mountains to the tropical coastline of South America, <strong>Ozone</strong> Team Pilots fly every single day of the year.<br />

It’s our life and our passion, and we’re grateful to be able to share it with you.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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SMILES,<br />

and Titles...<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> pilots around the<br />

world have now earned<br />

virtually every major title in<br />

the sport of paragliding and<br />

in 2010, 2011, and 2012,<br />

the vast majority of PWC and<br />

CAT 1 competitions were<br />

won by <strong>Ozone</strong> pilots. We<br />

would like to send heartfelt<br />

congratulations and thanks<br />

to all of the pilots who have<br />

flown our wings to victory –<br />

whether in competition or just<br />

landed with a smile.<br />

Para<br />

to the People<br />

As we navigate the complex path that leads into the future of high performance paraglider development and competition, we will<br />

be guided not only by our passion for innovation and our love for the sport, but also by our commitment to create for pilots of all<br />

abilities.<br />

From 2010 to 2012, <strong>Ozone</strong> pilots won more tasks, comps, and titles than ever before, and we are deeply proud to be able to share<br />

in their victory. We will continue to put our best efforts towards keeping the playing field level by offering our highest performance<br />

paragliders to the pilots who want to compete with them. We hope that the top spots at each competition will continue to be<br />

available to any pilot, not just factory sponsored pilots: Para to the people!<br />

Helping to maintain a level playing field will continue to be our mission for all of our performance wings, and we look forward to<br />

many more years of creating top wings for ALL pilots. The <strong>Ozone</strong> Range is perhaps the most extensive and complete range in the<br />

world, with the ideal wing for everyone, including you, we hope. So please browse the brochure, speak to your dealer and let us<br />

know what you think and don’t forget to send us news of your favourite flights.<br />

Cheers to you, from all of the <strong>Ozone</strong> Team.<br />

NONSTOP<br />

INNOVATION<br />

Since 2009, <strong>Ozone</strong> has been at the forefront of international competition due to significant leaps forward in paraglider design<br />

by our R&D Team. The 2013 range of <strong>Ozone</strong> wings contains elements of our competition winning designs in every glider<br />

for pilots of all abilities, and we have made new breakthroughs in the intermediate, sport, and high performance classes.<br />

We haven’t stopped working, and our gliders have continued to advance. We’re very excited to introduce some significant<br />

improvements in our new wings for 2013, which feature exciting advancements in super-low-drag line-plans, profiles,<br />

and in-flight characteristics. We’re not only increasing the performance of our wings – of even greater importance to us<br />

is the True Performance, the usability and feel of your glider in real XC conditions.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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New Wings<br />

for 2013<br />

No other wing that we have flown offers such an attractive balance of XC<br />

performance and total comfort and ease of use. With its performance<br />

upgrade, the Z4 is a highly capable XC wing that will deliver long stressfree<br />

flights to veteran XC pilots or to newer low airtime pilots.<br />

The XXLite is one of the most unique paragliders to ever be put into<br />

production. This revolutionary single-surface design is the absolute<br />

ultimate in ultra-lightweight flight and is probably the lightest aircraft in<br />

existence.<br />

Our mission for the Delta 2 was to retain the comfort, safety, and ease of<br />

use of the original, but take the performance to the next level. The new<br />

Delta 2 is a complete re-design from top to bottom and represents a new<br />

direction for the series.<br />

This exciting new wing is our answer to the many loyal M4 pilots out there,<br />

in addition to all pilots in the Performance-XC class who are searching for<br />

the ultimate blend of high performance and comfort at this level.<br />

The Mag2Lite is our answer for tandem pilots who want to cut a bit<br />

of weight off of their system without greatly compromising its longevity.<br />

Together with the new light spreader bars, the Mag2Lite comes in at<br />

1.7kg less than the normal Magnum 2.<br />

See the LIGHT<br />

In 2013, our light range is<br />

even bigger (and lighter!). The<br />

Ultralite family continues to offer<br />

the lightest certified wings in<br />

the world (since 2006) and the<br />

Swift and Geo series remain<br />

favourites for pilots in the<br />

beginner-intermediate class.<br />

The new Alpina and LM4 are<br />

now available for the most<br />

advanced and serious vol-biv<br />

adventurers, and have already<br />

been deployed to the furthest<br />

corners of the globe.<br />

And for the most serious<br />

hike-and-fly pilots<br />

and alpinists, the new<br />

XXLite is now available<br />

in 2 sizes. The 16m size<br />

is ideal for flying weights<br />

of less than 90kg (trust<br />

us, it may sound small<br />

but it really is the size<br />

for that weight range),<br />

and the 19m is ideal<br />

for pilots flying at<br />

90-115kg.<br />

SHARK NOSE TECHNOLOGY<br />

Innovation is our passion… and nothing turns us on<br />

more than a creative idea that actually works – and<br />

what we mean by “works”, is a piece of technology that<br />

has the potential to make our sport safer and more fun<br />

at the same time. The patented Shark Nose is one such<br />

idea. This development was driven by our successful<br />

open class research program, which is on-going and<br />

continues to generate exciting design features which<br />

can be used in our range of serial class wings for pilots<br />

of all levels.<br />

Originally the brain child of Luc Armant and Fred Pieri<br />

in early 2011, the Shark Nose evolved from a rough<br />

idea and a sketch into a performance and stability<br />

enhancing design feature through the combined efforts<br />

of the <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team. This innovative feature can be<br />

found in the new Delta 2 and Mantra M5. The Shark<br />

Nose’s striking appearance makes it clear that this is not<br />

your ordinary leading edge. The concave section of the<br />

leading edge “blocks” the stagnation point, and greatly<br />

improves the internal pressure of the wing, allowing the<br />

use of far smaller intake ports. Smaller intakes allow the<br />

canopy to maintain better internal pressure, and thus<br />

better performance, at extreme angles (high and low)<br />

of attack. Basically, a wing with Shark Nose technology<br />

will have a cleaner, smoother, more highly pressurized<br />

leading edge structure in accelerated flight (and slow<br />

flight). Faster + more stable = fun.<br />

The Shark Nose of<br />

the all new Delta 2.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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THE Speed Series<br />

The sport of Speed Flying has expanded and evolved,<br />

and <strong>Ozone</strong> now offers three classes of wings for pilots<br />

interested in this branch of our sport:<br />

Foot launch<br />

XT 16 – For your first steps into foot launched Speed Flying: The XT 16 is<br />

the perfect opportunity for pilots to begin to experience high wind soaring<br />

and swooping terrain. The XT 16 launches easily and lands slowly, making<br />

it the perfect introduction to this exciting aspect of our sport.<br />

Foot launch / soaring<br />

Firefly 2 – Our all new foot-launch and high wind soaring machine.<br />

With massively improved glide over the XT 16 and a more dynamic and<br />

agile feel, the Firefly 2 is the newest and most advanced foot-launched<br />

mini wing out there. Our mission was simple, and we feel it has been<br />

achieved: Mini-wing performance with speed-wing stability. The Firefly<br />

2 is stable and easy to use, and is equally suitable for talented new and<br />

experienced speed flying pilots.<br />

Ski launch / foot launch*<br />

Fazer – The new Fazer is the most versatile speed wing that we have<br />

ever developed. With an efficient and high-range 3-riser speed system, the<br />

angle of attack can be adjusted a great deal without reducing efficiency or<br />

compromising too much stability. An advanced profile and high of internal<br />

pressure make this a bomber speed wing for experienced pilots.<br />

Speed-Flying is the newest dimension of paragliding,<br />

using wings that range in size from 7 to 16 meters square.<br />

Although it may look difficult and extremely fast, speedflying<br />

is actually very simple and well within the abilities of<br />

most intermediate to advanced pilots. Speed-flying wings<br />

are easy to launch and land and their in-flight characteristics<br />

are easy to learn with just a few flights. Pilots need only to<br />

acquaint themselves with the different glide angle and turn<br />

behaviour of these smaller wings while beginning in safe<br />

terrain in order to reach a competent level of speed-flying.<br />

* for experts only!<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong><br />

Power<br />

The fastest and most agile wing that we have ever flown, for pilots who<br />

want to carve tighter lines on or off of the competitive slalom scene, or<br />

burn fast and straight lines on Cross Country flights!<br />

Full Reflex speed and stability for intermediate to expert PPG pilots! The<br />

all new Speedster is designed especially for pilots who want to not only<br />

fly faster than everyone else, but launch more easily and cruise in comfort<br />

with the most efficient full reflex profile we have ever seen.<br />

The World Champion Series, now certified!<br />

OZRP Hybrid Reflex Technology for Intermediate PPG Pilots<br />

The Perfect Start for your PPG career<br />

OZONE<br />

TECHNOLOGICAL SYSTEMS<br />

Technology is the future, there is no doubt. But what is the difference between technology and gimmicks? The answer is marketing. We spend more of<br />

our time testing and designing wings than we do marketing them. We just prefer it that way.<br />

The hard truth is that the most important features in a wing are invisible. Sail tension, for instance, has a massive effect on performance and handling at<br />

every point of your glider’s flight range. But you can’t touch it with your fingers, or point to it in a photo. The amount of internal construction (and thus<br />

weight) affects everything from launching to incident recovery. And the amount of lines on your wing is crucial to drag and glide performance. We won’t be<br />

inventing marketing schemes to push our breakthroughs in any of these categories, but we think that you’ll feel them in the wing. Call us simple, but we<br />

like it that way. That being said, even Black Sheep sometimes want to join in the fun that the rest of the flock is having, and since everyone else has names<br />

for their gimmicks we’ve decided to add some of our own:<br />

It’s not BS, it’s BST. For some, technology is a gimmick*. For us, gimmicks are for<br />

laughs, and we take technology seriously. Some try to hide their<br />

gimmicks by giving them technical sounding acronyms**,<br />

and now we’ve decided to use some acronyms because<br />

the boss asked why we didn’t have any!<br />

What sets us apart from our competition is a distinct lack<br />

of gimmicks. We realize that. But we’re fine with being<br />

different - it’s been that way from the beginning and we<br />

prefer it that way. In fact, 15 years ago in 1998, <strong>Ozone</strong> was<br />

founded with Black Sheep Technology. If you want more tech<br />

details, check our designer’s notes.<br />

It’s a novel concept, and we’re proud to have been the first to<br />

develop it. The FUN system has two main ingredients: You, and<br />

your Wing. This system allows you to explore and experience<br />

the planet, and we recommend that you use it as frequently<br />

as possible. The FUN system will help you to remember<br />

that pleasure should always be the motive! We fly<br />

because it’s FUN.<br />

Now it’s time to get serious. Seriously. Not that we weren’t serious<br />

before. But check this out: A few years ago we invented the<br />

Butthole, and we’re really proud of it. We use our Buttholes a<br />

lot, and we think it’s an exceedingly useful piece of technology<br />

that no one should be without. And now we’ve taken it to a<br />

whole new level with the release of the Leaky Butthole. This<br />

new piece of technology allows you to leave your Butthole<br />

open to drain sand when dune soaring, or to allow debris<br />

to clear from your wing automatically while in flight. It’s just<br />

another piece of hardcore technology from your friends at <strong>Ozone</strong>.<br />

You may have already been asked at one point… Are you up with<br />

OPP? At <strong>Ozone</strong>, we’re totally up with OPP. Initiated in 2006, the<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Performance Project spawned the BBHPP, which won<br />

the overall PWC title in 2009. The R10, R11, and EnZo went on<br />

to win several more consecutive overall PWC titles, in addition<br />

to countless national and international championships. Today,<br />

more pilots fly <strong>Ozone</strong> in competition than any other brand,<br />

worldwide. Visit<br />

to hear about the<br />

results of the OPP from the <strong>Ozone</strong> Team.<br />

We’ve rolled all of the technology above into our 2013 range, which we would like to introduce to you now, so read on. As<br />

always, the most up to date info on all of our wings can be found on our website, www.flyozone.com. Please subscribe<br />

to our RSS newsfeed, and find us on Facebook as well. Onward !<br />

* Gimmick; to equip or embellish with unnecessary features, especially in order to increase saleability, acceptance, etc. ** Acronym; a word formed from the initial letters or groups of letters of words in a set phrase or series of words, as in BS from Bull Shit.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

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The Element 2 retains all of the best characteristics of the original Element, yet is now<br />

lighter and even more durable than before. Oz Tech 30D cloth has proven to retain its<br />

mechanical, porosity, and colour characteristics extremely well during the 5 years of<br />

testing that <strong>Ozone</strong> has conducted, and now the Element 2 will feature this cloth for<br />

both the top and bottom surfaces.<br />

The Element 2 has all of the crucial ingredients for what we think is a perfect glider to<br />

learn about the sport of paragliding. A low price, high durability, overall ease of use and<br />

uncompromised safety have combined to make this glider an ideal choice for schools.<br />

Created by three vastly experienced paragliding instructors, we think this is the best<br />

school glider we have ever seen.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The concept<br />

Ground-handling is one of the most important aspects of paragliding progression.<br />

With the Groundhog, pilots can progress and learn the most basic or most<br />

advanced aspects of ground-handling in strong or light winds safely and easily.<br />

Because the Groundhog is considerably smaller than a normal wing, it can be<br />

used for ground-handling training in higher wind, meaning that schools and<br />

students will lose less training days because of weather. Also, the smaller size<br />

of the Groundhog makes it easier to use. Students are less likely to be dragged<br />

or picked up, and the wing’s quick reactions to brake input and footwork help to<br />

increase the progression of the pilot.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The concept<br />

• We have designed the Element 2 as the easiest, safest, most simple glider that <strong>Ozone</strong><br />

has ever produced. Inflation and ground handling are exceedingly simple, and will<br />

vastly accelerate the students’ ground handling and launch learning process. The<br />

Element 2 is very pitch stable, but at the same time features a long brake travel and<br />

excellent behaviour at slow speeds with no deep stall tendency.<br />

FEATURES<br />

• EN/LTF A certification.<br />

• A favourite of students and instructors all over the world.<br />

• All new cloth for top and bottom surface: Dominico 30D. This cloth has proven to<br />

retain its visual characteristics better than any cloth known today, and its mechanical<br />

characteristics are almost unparalleled for durability and longevity. This cloth is the<br />

perfect solution for a wing that receives such heavy use.<br />

• Refined cross bracing, to lighten the sail and make for even easier launch and ground<br />

handling.<br />

FEATURES<br />

• Small, simple design for easy training<br />

• Ground-handling is one of the best ways to improve your flying<br />

• Can be used to practice ground-handling in higher winds than normal paragliders<br />

• Not for flight!<br />

Custom colours shown. Contact your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer for pricing info on custom wings.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Loren Cox pilot: Basil Patzman location: Point of the Mountain, UT, USA<br />

PARAGLIDERS ELEMENT 2 • GROUNDHOG STUDENT / BEGINNER


• Ideal for new pilots<br />

• EN A Certification<br />

• Total passive safety with top level performance in the category for XC flying.<br />

The Mojo Legacy continues… The all new Mojo 4 is an improvement over the Mojo 3<br />

in every respect. It is lighter, easier to launch and fly, and more comfortable in the air. It<br />

also has benefitted from some free performance upgrades as a result of a lower drag<br />

line-plan and an even cleaner sail construction.<br />

The Mojo 4’s central purpose is to provide the passive safety that pilots may rely on for<br />

their first stages of cross country flying. This new wing is balanced and safe enough<br />

for new graduates, but features the agility and performance needed for long XC flights<br />

in real conditions.<br />

Two exciting new developments have made the new Mojo 4 an even better choice for<br />

new pilots. Firstly, a new top and bottom surface cloth which has proven to be durable<br />

and mechanically stable over years of testing, has reduced the total sail weight and<br />

enhanced the wing’s launch and flight characteristics. This new cloth has also proven<br />

to have excellent colour retention and UV resistant properties, ensuring the long term<br />

value of your wing. Secondly, the Mojo 4 features new leading edge reinforcements<br />

inspired by the higher performance wings in our range.<br />

The Mojo 4 has retained its massive brake travel and very comfortable feel. What<br />

pilots and instructors will notice most, compared to the Mojo 3, is the improved launch<br />

and comfort in active air due to a lighter sail and more efficient leading edge. Like its<br />

predecessor, the Mojo 4 inflates easily in no-wind conditions and has zero tendencies<br />

to overshoot in higher winds. Though precise, the brake travel is forgiving enough for a<br />

beginner to set up the slightly tighter landing patterns that XC flying introduces.<br />

Thanks to a new line material, the Mojo 4 has benefitted from an 8% reduction in drag.<br />

This significant performance increase has come with zero sacrifice in safety, and the<br />

overall passive safety remains uncompromised and solid enough for any new pilot or<br />

for pilots for whom passive safety is paramount.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• The Mojo 4 is an evolution of the Mojo 3 in terms of design, but the mission remains<br />

the same: Offer the highest level of performance in the beginner category without<br />

compromise in the safety and ease of use.<br />

Features<br />

• Optimised sail construction for lighter weight: New cloth, new structure, new Leading<br />

Edge reinforcements.<br />

• Lighter weight means easier ground-handling and better launch characteristics, as<br />

well as a more precise feel in the air and better re-inflation behaviour. The M size is now<br />

800g lighter than its predecessor.<br />

• The Mojo 4’s increased ease of use is one of the most important new features: An<br />

easier and more forgiving wing will deliver more pleasure to the pilot in the air and<br />

while ground-handling.<br />

• Reductions in drag have led to increased performance, which has allowed us to<br />

reduce the surface area of the wing. While maintaining the same ease for launching<br />

and landing, the slight reduction in surface greatly improves the ease of inflation (due<br />

to a lighter sail, less span, shorter lines, and less wing volume to inflate) and offers a<br />

more similar feel to wings in the category above. We think the Mojo 4 is more precise,<br />

easier to control, and more fun and forgiving than other wings in its class.<br />

• A new plan-form has led to a better load distribution, which means cleaner feedback,<br />

and a more progressive feel during inflation. This helps newer pilots to experience<br />

more control and more successful launches and flights.<br />

• The cell openings have been redesigned. The Mojo 4’s leading edge is now open<br />

across the entirety of the span, and A-straps have been added and extended in order<br />

to improve the performance of the intakes. This has created a more efficient airflow<br />

around this part of the leading edge, for a smoother feel in all conditions.<br />

• New line material (new sheathed Aramid lines from Edelrid) has given the Mojo 4 an<br />

8% reduction in line drag.<br />

• Trailing edge mini-ribs, introduced in the Mojo 3, will also be included in the Mojo 4. This<br />

excellent feature provides a genuine performance advantage without any detriments.<br />

• The arc has also been improved, for better roll stability.<br />

• Finally, we have improved the progressive feel in the brakes, reducing unwanted minimovements<br />

and helping to minimize pilot oscillation.<br />

PARAGLIDERS MOJO 4<br />

BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE<br />

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• 13% line drag reduction from Z3!<br />

• Refined cell openings at leading edge<br />

• Mini ribs at trailing edge<br />

• New leading edge shaping for improved performance<br />

• Clean, light weight sail planform for agility and ease of launch<br />

• 6 sizes enable you to choose the section of the weight range you want to fly in, and<br />

ensures you have a wing that is tailored to your size<br />

• And for those who are interested, the Z4’s glide performance has increased significantly<br />

(0.6) over the Z3.<br />

The <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team is obsessed with the improvement of our entire range, but the Buzz<br />

series receives extraordinary care and attention during the development process. The Z3<br />

was, in many ways, one of the best paragliders that we have ever produced, and is the wing<br />

that several of us at <strong>Ozone</strong> choose to fly in our free time. Our mission for the Z4 was to retain<br />

the incredible balance of comfort and agility that made the Z3 one of our all-time favorites<br />

and add some of the performance enhancing design features that have trickled down from<br />

the <strong>Ozone</strong> Performance Project. The Z4 has now benefitted from much of what we have<br />

learned from our highest performing wings, such as the Enzo and R12.<br />

All of this means that the Z4 is, in our opinion, the new standard for versatility in the<br />

intermediate class. No other wing that we have flown offers such an attractive balance of<br />

XC performance and total comfort and ease of use. With its performance upgrade, the Z4<br />

is a highly capable XC wing that will deliver long stress-free flights to veteran XC pilots or<br />

to newer low airtime pilots.<br />

Balance: The Intermediate class provides the perfect intersection of performance and<br />

comfort, and the Z4 has hit the mark perfectly with performance that is normally associated<br />

with the classes above, but ease of use that makes this wing ideal for talented beginners.<br />

In real XC conditions, the Z4 is highly pitch stable, remaining efficient in turbulent climbs<br />

and glides.<br />

Feeling: The Z4 is comfortable above all else. The handling is highly intuitive, with an even<br />

more progressive feel than the Z3 and understandable but gentle feedback in active air.<br />

Centering on the lift has never been more simple, thanks to the highly progressive nature of<br />

the brake travel; as you begin to turn in lift, the wing tends to “bite” into it and the tightening<br />

of the turn comes naturally. The wing feels highly compact, with a perfect coordination of<br />

roll and yaw in the climb.<br />

Performance: We have retained all of the Z3’s solidity in active air, while adding in several<br />

“free” performance increases thanks to improvements in drag reduction. We are very happy<br />

to report that although the performance is significantly improved, the aspect ratio has<br />

remained the same which means that none of the negative effects of an increased aspect<br />

ratio have detracted from its character.<br />

Whether you are a recent graduate or a veteran XC pilot, you will instantly appreciate the<br />

Z4’s stability and glide across its entire speed range in active air.<br />

New techniques in sail construction and improved materials have yielded a 13% reduction<br />

in line drag, and a more efficient leading edge has increased smoothness, efficiency and<br />

pitch stability for a better feel and better glide performance in real XC conditions.<br />

The Buzz Z4 is an ideal choice for pilots who fly approximately 30-50 hours per year, or for<br />

more experienced pilots who are searching for a wing with high levels of passive safety and<br />

comfort in the Intermediate Class. The lengthy development process of the Z4 has been<br />

more than worth it, and we are confident that the best-selling Buzz series will attract even<br />

more followers with this newest edition. We look forward to hearing about your flights, so<br />

please let us know what you think.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• Feedback on the Z3 was universally positive and we have done everything we can to<br />

retain all of its best features.<br />

• We simply aimed for more performance in a similar design frame, using some of the<br />

most recent exciting developments in paraglider design.<br />

• The Z4 features the same amount of cells, same aspect ratio, and same planform of<br />

the Z3.<br />

NEW Features<br />

• Although the line drag has been reduced, the Z4 remains a 4-line design at the chord,<br />

for the perfect balance (for this AR and this class of wing) of stability, predictability,<br />

and ease of use.<br />

• New intake shaping, in order to improve the internal pressure across a wider range of<br />

angles of attack and to reduce unwanted vibrations<br />

• The shaping has been slightly revised with the combination of 3D shaping and fine<br />

tuning, for a cleaner sail and a smoother, more cohesive feel.<br />

• We are still using the mini-ribs which reduce the trailing edge drag, helping performance<br />

without interfering in safety or comfort.<br />

• Overall line length has been reduced, improving inflation characteristics, roll reduction,<br />

and decreasing total line drag by 13%.<br />

• The combination of all of these optimisations has led to an improvement of the glide<br />

ratio by 0.6 to 0.8 pt over the previous version. WE HAVE MEASURED 0.6<br />

• More diagonals have been added on the back of the wing and near the tip for a more<br />

compact feel and a cleaner sail.<br />

• The arc of the wing is close to what it was, with a variation near the tip. Combined with<br />

a new brake diagram, this has given the Z4 a more progressive feel in the turn.<br />

• The accelerator system now features top of the line super-smooth Ronstan ball<br />

bearing pulleys.<br />

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BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE+<br />

PARAGLIDERS BUZZ Z4


The original Geo redefined its class of lightweight wings. Pilots who want a lightweight<br />

wing that fits into the middle of the light-intermediate category yet still has an<br />

acceptable amount of performance and durability for everyday flying have found a<br />

friend in the Geo and Geo II. The new Geo III is now an evolution of its predecessors,<br />

but with even greater comfort and ease of use. This is the most comfortable and easy<br />

to use all-around light wing that we have ever flown. The Geo III is also the lightest Geo<br />

we have ever built, at 4.1kg for the ML size.<br />

• For pilots wanting a light wing, but with no compromise in comfort, accessibility,<br />

durability, and versatility.<br />

• Developed from the highly successful Buzz Z3<br />

• Key words for the Geo III are accessibility, comfort, safety, and precision, with good<br />

performance and EN B certification.<br />

• Porcher 36gm cloth has proven to be the ideal top surface material after 7 years of<br />

use in the <strong>Ozone</strong> range. This cloth provides the perfect balance between weight and<br />

durability.<br />

• Porcher 27gm bottom surface, proven ideal after years of use in the Ultralite range.<br />

• Choice of lightweight Dyneema risers (250gm lighter), or standard 12mm nylon risers.<br />

• 900g lighter than the Geo II, with no sacrifice in durability.<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong>’s research into light wing construction began in 2001 with the introduction of the<br />

Peak, continued during the first ever X-Alps race in 2003, the Geo in 2005, and more<br />

recently the Ultralite, Swift 2, Alpina, and LM4. The Geo III is now the latest evolution in<br />

the Geo legacy.<br />

The Geo III appeals to a wide range of pilots who are considering a light wing for travel<br />

and adventure flying. Although it features the high level of passive safety and comfort for<br />

the light-intermediate class, the Geo III is also a solid XC wing with glide performance<br />

that will appeal to talented beginners and experienced pilots alike.<br />

In the Geo III, talented beginners will find a wing with which they can progress for several<br />

years, and higher airtime pilots will enjoy its ease of use in turbulent, thermic air during<br />

long ascents and epic XC flights.<br />

The Geo III has a highly compact and coordinated feel, making it a playful and agile wing<br />

without being too dynamic. Feedback to the pilot is moderated through progressive<br />

brake pressure, and feedback from the pilot via his/her harness can be used to climb<br />

easily in thermals. The pitch stability of its new profile means that the Geo III enters the<br />

thermal core without falling back, and the handling allows you to place the wing exactly<br />

where you want within the thermal without sliding or straightening out of the turn.<br />

A carefully refined profile and perfectly balanced sail tension are the key ingredients<br />

for performance in active air. The Geo III is extremely solid with excellent stability in<br />

turbulence and accelerated flight. The new line plan has reduced the overall line drag<br />

by 12% from the Geo II, and our continuing research in lightweight wing technology<br />

has helped us to reduce the weight even further. The Geo III is almost 1kg lighter than<br />

the Geo II, and this reduction in weight has many benefits including better inflation<br />

characteristics and an easier launch, calmer in-flight behaviour, and improved handling<br />

and safety. It is also, of course, lighter to carry. In every category of wing performance,<br />

lighter is better.<br />

The Geo III is sold with an option for standard (black nylon 12mm webbing) or light risers<br />

(These thin Dyneema risers provide a 250gm weight savings). Most pilots choose normal<br />

risers for their comfort and ease of use.<br />

The Geo III is an ideal choice for pilots who require a lightweight wing and fly<br />

approximately 30-50 hours per year, and for more experienced pilots who want a wing<br />

with passive safety, comfort, and fun handling in the light-intermediate category.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• The Geo III has been developed from the Buzz Z3, which was the ideal foundation from<br />

which to build a highly comfortable EN B lightweight wing.<br />

• A high level of comfort, safety, accessibility, precision and performance in the lightintermediate<br />

class were the mission requirements for the Geo III.<br />

Features<br />

• The bottom surface of the Geo III is now 27g Porcher cloth, which has provided a<br />

significant decrease in overall weight and pack volume. The durability of the 27g<br />

for the bottom surface is very good as has been proven by the Swift and other<br />

models.<br />

• For the top surface, Porcher 36g remains the ideal choice, as has been used for six<br />

years on our light wings. This cloth is used for the entire top surface for an ideal<br />

balance of weight and durability.<br />

• The internal structure remains Porcher 40g hard finish, like the Z3, for obvious<br />

reasons. Only the unsupported ribs, which experience very little loading, have<br />

been changed to 27g hard finish.<br />

• New nylon rods have now replaced the Dacron reinforcement in the LE. In the<br />

style of the Delta and other performance wings, this leading edge reinforcement<br />

is light and durable.<br />

• The lightweight riser option is made from 10mm Dyneema webbing, mounted with<br />

LinkLite connectors to the lines (The same as the Swift lightweight option). Light<br />

riser option saves 250 grams total weight over the standard riser option.<br />

• In total the Geo III weight has been reduced by 900 grams (for the ML size) from<br />

the Geo II, without any sacrifice in durability or safety.<br />

Geo III or Swift 2?<br />

If you are considering a light wing and are deciding<br />

between the Swift 2 and Geo III, our best advice is<br />

to try them both. The Geo III is a more comfortable<br />

wing, and the Swift 2 is a more agile wing. The glide<br />

performance of the Swift 2 is slightly higher and the<br />

Swift 2 will appeal to pilots who value precise handling<br />

and glide performance over comfort and ease of use.<br />

The Geo III was designed for pilots who want an ultracomfortable,<br />

worry-free, light wing.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Vincent Marclay pilot: Basile Marclay location: The Matterhorn, Pennine Alps<br />

GEO III LIGHT INTERMEDIATE<br />

PARAGLIDERS


The Rush 3 represents the next generation of high performance sport-intermediate class<br />

XC wings. In the continual pursuit of True Performance, our mission with the Rush 3 was to<br />

absolutely maximise glide ratio and sink rate performance within its class. We have achieved<br />

this by focusing on efficiency without sacrificing ease of use, safety, or fun.<br />

The Rush 3 features a combination of dynamic handling, an excellent speed range, and<br />

the passive safety of the sport-intermediate class, making it suitable for a range of pilots<br />

from lower airtime recreational flyers to experienced XC enthusiasts. Although the Rush<br />

3 is now replacing the Rush 2, it has much more in common with our latest generation<br />

of performance wings such as the Delta and Mantra M4. We have greatly improved the<br />

performance of the Rush 3 over its predecessor and have also significantly refined its inflight<br />

feel.<br />

Delta / R10 Technology<br />

The Rush 3 incorporates revolutionary new R10 and Delta sail construction methods.<br />

Leading edge reinforcements and optimised tab positioning have solidified the leading<br />

edge, creating a more collapse resistant structure. This will allow you to push harder in<br />

turbulent air with higher stability at all angles of attack. This new technology has been<br />

proven effective in the highest levels of international competition with the Mantra R10<br />

Open Class wing, and in extreme adventure flying with the Delta. Mini-ribs at the trailing<br />

edge and an optimised line plan using new line materials have resulted in a significant<br />

reduction of parasitic drag. Combined with the Rush 3’s passive safety and agile<br />

handling, this drag reduction has placed the Rush 3 at the top of its class in terms of not<br />

only glide and speed, but ease of use as well – and that is True Performance.<br />

Moderate Aspect Ratio, Extreme Performance<br />

The Rush 3 is simple and straight forward on the ground, rising smoothly without overflying<br />

the pilot or dropping back in light wind. In the air it is damp in pitch, managing<br />

turbulence effectively and efficiently during long glides. You will feel that the Rush 3’s<br />

compact feeling resembles a unified “structure” in the air, with minimal sail movement<br />

in active air. Most importantly, rearward pitch movement has been heavily minimized and<br />

the wing has the tendency to stay overhead and push forward into rising air. In the climb,<br />

it is very efficient with a better sink rate in the turn than the Rush 2. The Rush 3 achieves<br />

this by an ideal yaw/roll balance, which maintains a higher angle of attack in the turn while<br />

retaining excellent agility.<br />

All of these features are based upon a moderate aspect Ratio of 5.5. By focusing on<br />

performance increases derived from “free” gains in line drag and profile efficiency, we have<br />

greatly increased the Rush 3’s glide and speed performance while also improving its feel in<br />

the air. We are confident that the Rush 3’s classic <strong>Ozone</strong> handling and user-friendly nature<br />

will satisfy even the most demanding pilots.<br />

Developing the Rush 3 has been a real pleasure for us, and we have put all of our passion<br />

and expertise into developing this new XC machine. This wing has directly benefitted from<br />

our competition wing technology and we are excited to deliver you this glider with levels<br />

of safety and performance that we only dreamed of just a few years ago. We invite you<br />

to experience the excitement of the Rush 3 and we look forward to hearing about your<br />

favourite flights.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• A new generation of Rush: Our mission was to bring Delta and R10 technology to the<br />

top end of the Sport-Intermediate class of wings!<br />

Features<br />

• The Rush 3 is more than an evolution from its predecessor. Although it may resemble<br />

the Rush 2 with a similar amount of cells, there have been so many changes that this<br />

is now a totally new wing.<br />

• Aspect Ratio: increased to only 5.5, from 5.4 (Rush 2). This AR fits perfectly between<br />

the Delta and the Buzz Z3 and it is a natural evolution from the Rush 2. Arguments in<br />

favour of a moderate AR are obvious: A more compact sail benefits everything from<br />

inflation and launch to handling and safety.<br />

• Mini-ribs at the trailing edge: in the style of the R10, M4, and Delta, mini-ribs improve<br />

airflow at the trailing edge and reduce overall drag by a significant amount.<br />

• The Rush 3’s cell count remains the same, but new rigging and a new internal structure<br />

have achieved the ideal tension for the feel, and for reductions in line drag and sail<br />

weight.<br />

• Leading edge reinforcements: Again, similar to the R10 and Delta, mylar at the leading<br />

edge has been replaced by nylon rods. This reduces weight and ensures the longevity<br />

of the profile shape at a crucial area of the wing.<br />

• The Rush 3 is constructed from the same material as the Delta – these materials were<br />

chosen for their proven track record in providing an ideal balance of performance and<br />

durability.<br />

• All new profile: Taken from the development of the BBHPP and R10 for greater<br />

performance and higher stability at speed.<br />

• The Rush 3 is a hybrid 3 liner, like the Delta. A pyramidal ramification of the C/D rows<br />

maintains the advantages of a 4 line design with ideal chord-wise stability, and no<br />

compromise in safety. Due to the C/D line rigging, the difference in line drag from a real<br />

3 liner is insignificant, but the comfort of a 4 line design remains.<br />

• 25% Reduction in Line Drag: Thanks to a new structure and optimised line plan and<br />

line material.<br />

• Race Risers: Slim 12mm risers and super smooth Ronstan pulleys make the Rush 3<br />

riser system sleek and easy to use in accelerated configurations.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Loren Cox pilot: Cade Palmer location: Marmolada, Italy<br />

RUSH 3 SPORT INTERMEDIATE<br />

PARAGLIDERS


At <strong>Ozone</strong>, we know that light is right, and our years of intense R&D into lightweight<br />

paraglider technology is paying off. The Swift 2 has benefitted greatly from our<br />

research not only in lightweight construction but also in high performance research,<br />

and therefore contains a combination of features that have never before been seen in<br />

the light sport-intermediate class.<br />

Technology<br />

The Swift 2 incorporates the same revolutionary technology that made the R10 and Delta<br />

unmatched in their classes. The leading edge reinforcements and optimised tab positioning<br />

create a more solid and collapse resistant structure, meaning higher stability in turbulent<br />

conditions and better glide performance when it really counts – during real XC flights in real<br />

XC conditions. The coherent and solid leading edge also supports more frequent and more<br />

confident speed bar use in a wider range of conditions, which allows you to cover more<br />

distance with less stress.<br />

The new technology in the Swift 2 is not confined to the leading edge, and the recent<br />

design advancements cannot be summarized as simply leading edge reinforcements.<br />

Equally important to the development of the leading edge are the improvements<br />

made in the trailing edge and a progressive line plan – both of which have made real<br />

reductions in parasitic drag. It is important to note that the new design features of the<br />

Swift 2 contribute to performance gains without reducing the passive safety of the<br />

wing, in keeping with our philosophy of True Performance.<br />

The Pilot<br />

More than a decade of light research in applications from the summit of Everest to the<br />

podium of the X-Alps has culminated in <strong>Ozone</strong>’s current range of light wings, which<br />

is the largest in the sport. The Swift 2 sits between the Geo III (light-intermediate)<br />

and the Alpina (light sport-performance) as our top of the line, light sport-intermediate<br />

wing. Pilots who prioritize comfort over agility in the light beginner-intermediate class<br />

should look to the Geo III. Pilots who want the maximum amount of performance and<br />

agility possible in the light sport-intermediate class will find the Swift 2 worthy of their<br />

consideration.<br />

In Flight<br />

The Swift 2 is simple and straight-forward on the ground, rising smoothly without overflying<br />

the pilot and with no tendency to hang back. The leading edge structure aids<br />

inflation in all conditions and the pitch stability of the wing is an asset in high wind<br />

launches. In turbulence, thanks to the tab positioning and leading edge design, the<br />

Swift 2 is extraordinarily pitch damp. Most importantly, rearward pitch movement has<br />

been heavily minimized and the wing has the tendency to stay overhead and push<br />

forward into rising air. In the climb, it is very efficient with a better sink rate in the turn<br />

than the original Swift. It achieves this by an ideal yaw-roll balance, which maintains a<br />

higher angle of attack in the turn while retaining excellent agility.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The concept<br />

• The Swift 2 is based on the Rush 3, and features a moderate Aspect Ratio of 5.5.<br />

• By focusing on performance increases derived from “free” gains in line drag and<br />

profile efficiency, we have greatly increased the glide and speed performance over the<br />

original Swift while also improving its feel in the air.<br />

• The Swift 2 remains a top of class sport-intermediate wing for experienced pilots, but<br />

the level of comfort is noticeably better than its predecessor, with “cleaner” feedback<br />

transmitted to the pilot in turbulent conditions.<br />

Features<br />

• The Swift 2 is a light version of the Rush 3, with top of intermediate class performance<br />

and a reliable but light-weight sail construction.<br />

• The Swift 2 top surface is constructed from Porcher Skytex 36g classic. This is the<br />

same cloth we have been using for years in the Geo series. This cloth has mechanical<br />

properties similar to a 40g cloth as it has the same structural ripstop. It has been<br />

proven reliable over the years and is the best light cloth available for the top surface.<br />

• Porcher Skytex 27 classic makes up the bottom surface, and we believe this is the<br />

best ultra-lightweight cloth available. Used for the UltraLite, and also in the R10’s, the<br />

Skytex 27 classic is not only very light, it has proven to be strong and to last well when<br />

used in the right areas of the wing.<br />

• The ribs, diagonal ribs, and straps are made from Porcher Skytex 40 hard and Skytex<br />

27 hard. The longevity of the structure cannot be compromised and therefore only the<br />

parts with very reduced stress are made with the 27g.<br />

• The standard risers are made from 12mm cousin webbing with stainless maillon<br />

rapide links, and the light risers are made with 8mm dyneema webbing and LinkLite<br />

connectors, for a savings of about 200g.<br />

For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Olivier Laugero pilot: Eric Doiseau location: Dru, France<br />

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PARAGLIDERS SWIFT 2 LIGHT SPORT INTERMEDIATE


Legacy<br />

The original Delta was a revolution in the Sport-Performance class, and incorporated cutting<br />

edge design features which launched it into the class above in terms of performance. Not<br />

only was its speed and glide revolutionary, it also retained an incredibly compact and agile<br />

feel due to its moderate aspect ratio. The Delta could have been difficult to improve upon,<br />

but we are pleased to report that the new Delta 2 represents an equally significant, and even<br />

more exciting, step forward in paraglider technology.<br />

MISSION<br />

Our mission for the Delta 2 was to retain the comfort, safety, and ease of use of the original,<br />

but take the performance to the next level. In addition to that, we wanted to fine-tune the<br />

handling and cultivate a more fun and playful feel. This was not easy, we have to admit,<br />

and it was a long process to complete. The new Delta 2 is a complete re-design from top<br />

to bottom and represents a new direction for the series, but we believe we have produced<br />

a truly superb wing.<br />

Technology<br />

Arc: The first thing you will notice when you see the Delta2 in the air is the <strong>Ozone</strong><br />

Performance Project inspired arc, which was taken directly from the BBHPP / R10 family<br />

of performance wings. This arc, yet unseen in the Sport-Performance category, is used in<br />

our competition wings and is unmatched for sail cohesion, turn efficiency and authority,<br />

and overall handling.<br />

Sail Tension: A more highly refined sail tension has created a more compact and intuitive<br />

feel for the Delta 2. In active air, you will notice an even more precise feel with improved<br />

feedback and a more progressive brake travel. While the original Delta featured the cleanest<br />

sail ever offered in the Sport-Performance class, the new Delta 2 is even smoother due to<br />

next generation panel shaping along the entire span.<br />

Profile: A completely new profile is one of the key factors in the Delta 2’s revolutionary<br />

performance gains. It is a hybrid design combining the best features of the R11 shark<br />

nose technology with the fun and efficiency of the M4. It is solid at accelerated speeds,<br />

and extremely resistant to spin and parachutal stall. The shark profile provides a more<br />

constant internal pressure in active air and turbulence, increasing passive stability (collapse<br />

resistance) and creating an even more comfortable and stable feel in accelerated flight.<br />

The Next Generation in Low Drag Lineplans: Our R&D Team constantly focuses on “free”<br />

performance gains, especially by reducing line-drag wherever possible. The Delta 2 offers an<br />

incredible 26% reduction in total line drag. This, combined with the overall increase in efficiency<br />

and the benefits of the shark nose profile, has allowed us to reduce the total wing area.<br />

While the original Delta redefined XC flying for countless pilots around the world, we are<br />

confident that these exciting improvements to the Delta 2 will once again put this wing in<br />

a class of its own. We firmly believe that the Delta 2 is in the category above in terms of<br />

performance, but still remains squarely in the middle of the Sport-Performance class in<br />

terms of safety and ease of use. The Delta 2 is an ideal wing for pilots in this category who<br />

are searching for the next generation of XC performance.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• Keep the Delta’s legendary comfort but increase the performance, fun, and handling.<br />

New Features: almost everything!<br />

• The Delta 2 features a new arc taken directly from our performance research project.<br />

This arc, yet unseen in this category of wing, is normally used in our competition wings<br />

and is superb for sail cohesion, turn efficiency/turn authority and overall handling.<br />

• Aspect ratio has been increased up to 6.0, however the sail cohesion and levels of<br />

passive safety are improved relative to the Delta1 thanks to the new arc and new<br />

structure.<br />

• The sail tension has been refined for an overall better feeling. The Delta 2 has high<br />

levels of precision, with a more direct and progressive brake pressure.<br />

• The profile is completely new. It’s a combination of the M4 and the R11 shark profile;<br />

solid at speed and extremely resistant to spin or parachutal. It always re-starts without<br />

delay.<br />

• The new profile and sail tension allows for high levels of precision, especially in<br />

the first part of the brake range whilst retaining a long overall brake travel. Thanks<br />

to the increase in pressure at the end of the brake range, the point of spin is very<br />

deep and recognisable. This gives authority, efficiency, comfort and confidence to the<br />

pilot, especially whilst thermalling in turbulent air. Thermalling with the Delta2 is an<br />

extremely pleasant experience!<br />

• The shark profile allows for a more constant internal pressure through turbulence,<br />

increasing collapse resistance and adding to comfort and solidity at speed.<br />

• The chordwise structure is derived directly from the M4, with the addition of a few<br />

small D lines to maintain a very clean trailing edge shape. It also makes C riser control<br />

in turbulent air intuitive and effective.<br />

• Further line optimisation has reduced the overall total line drag by 26%.<br />

• The sail is even cleaner than the Delta with improvements made in panel shaping,<br />

reducing creases overall.<br />

• Combined, these improvements send the Delta2 into the next category in terms of<br />

performance; it glides 0.1 point better than the M4!!!<br />

• The higher wing efficiency and shark profile has allowed a significant wing area<br />

reduction. In comparison with the original Delta M, the new Delta2 ML is slightly<br />

smaller and goes up to 105kg.<br />

• Other small details have been improved: The plastic rods are now replaceable, and the<br />

risers include special C toggles to allow comfortable C-riser control.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Loren Cox pilot: Mike Steen location: Merlo, Argentina<br />

DELTA 2 SPORT PERFORMANCE<br />

PARAGLIDERS


The <strong>Ozone</strong> Team’s research into lightweight paraglider technology has spanned the<br />

globe and penetrated the biggest air on the planet, from the Himalayas to the Cordillera<br />

Blanca and from one end of the Alps to the other in the Red Bull X-Alps Adventure<br />

Race. Vol-bivouac flying can be an intense discipline, involving serious commitments<br />

in remote terrain. The Alpina is designed to support experienced vol-biv pilots in these<br />

demanding conditions.<br />

Weight<br />

Based on the success of the Delta, the Alpina is a light sport-performance class wing<br />

with carefully constructed light-weight materials. Each component of the wing has<br />

been chosen to provide the best support possible with the least amount of weight. The<br />

M size Alpina weighs just 4.51kg which is very impressive for a glider with so many<br />

cells and an advanced internal construction.<br />

Performance<br />

The Alpina is a next generation sport class wing, with real-world glide performance that<br />

is the highest we have yet experienced in its class. However, we think it is important<br />

to remember that the theoretical performance of a glider, or its measured data in calm<br />

air, is not always the most accurate measure of its performance in real conditions. The<br />

Alpina, like all <strong>Ozone</strong> wings, has been tested and found worthy in the most demanding<br />

conditions, from the wilds of the Himalaya to the inversion layer-piercing thermals of<br />

the Southern Alps in summer. The Alpina is a reliable partner for serious flying in big<br />

mountains.<br />

Pilot<br />

Pilots who are already very comfortable flying wings in the light sport-performance<br />

class will feel at home on the Alpina. With lighter construction than the Delta, the<br />

Alpina has a more crisp and direct feel with a slightly more agile turn. Overall, it could<br />

be considered a step up from the Delta in terms of performance and handling, and<br />

pilots who would typically fly in the intermediate class should in most cases consider<br />

the Swift 2 or Geo III for their lightweight needs.<br />

DURABILITY<br />

When cared for, the Alpina will last for many hundreds of flying hours. Like all wings,<br />

it should be inspected regularly and cared for properly. The materials used for the<br />

Alpina have been proven suitable after many years and tens of thousands of hours of<br />

testing by the <strong>Ozone</strong> Team, and we have full confidence in the strength and durability<br />

of the wing. The Alpina is load tested to 8G and certified EN C.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• The Alpina is a solid backcountry performer for serious vol-biv and adventure flyers.<br />

It is a light version of the Delta, with top of sport-class performance and a reliable but<br />

light-weight sail construction.<br />

Features<br />

• The Alpina top surface is constructed from Porcher Skytex 36g classic. This is the<br />

same cloth we have been using for years in the Geo and Swift series. This cloth has<br />

mechanical properties similar to a 40g cloth as it has the same structural ripstop. It<br />

has been proven reliable over the years and is the best light cloth available for the top<br />

surface.<br />

• Porcher Skytex 27 classic makes up the bottom surface, and we believe this is the<br />

best ultra-lightweight cloth available. Used for the Swift 2, the UltraLite, and also in the<br />

R10’s, the Skytex 27 classic is not only very light, it has proven to be strong and to last<br />

well when used in the right areas of the wing.<br />

• The ribs, diagonal ribs, and straps are made from Porcher Skytex 40 hard and Skytex<br />

27 hard. The longevity of the structure cannot be compromised and therefore only the<br />

parts with very reduced stress are made with the 27g.<br />

• The standard risers are made from 12mm cousin webbing with stainless maillon<br />

rapide links, and the light risers are made with 8mm dyneema webbing and LinkLite<br />

connectors, for a savings of about 200g.<br />

ALPINA LIGHT SPORT PERFORMANCE<br />

PARAGLIDERS<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Nick Greece pilot: Chris Hilliard location: Haiti


While we go to press with this 2013 brochure, the M5 is currently in final<br />

prototype phases with several key features still in development. This<br />

exciting new wing is our answer to the many loyal M4 pilots out there, in<br />

addition to all pilots in the Performance-XC class who are searching for<br />

the ultimate blend of high performance and comfort at this level.<br />

Our goals for this wing were to retain the legendary ease of use<br />

of the M4, which has made it a favorite in its class, and up the<br />

performance using some of the most recent <strong>Ozone</strong> Performance<br />

Project developments including a refined Shark Nose and the wellproven<br />

R11 / BBHPP Arc. These two features have led to impressive<br />

performance gains which we think will excite M4 pilots and more<br />

than satisfy any other experienced XC pilot looking for top level<br />

speed and glide in the Performance-XC class.<br />

The M5 is not a replacement for the EnZo, which we see as being in<br />

the higher Performance-Competition Class.<br />

In addition to the full development efforts by our R&D Team, Chrigel<br />

Maurer is to assist in the progression of this design, which will also<br />

be the basis for our light weight wing design in the 2013 X-Alps, an<br />

event in which the delicate relationship between high-performance<br />

and usability must be truly proven.<br />

Please refer to www.flyozone.com for more up to date info, tech<br />

specs, and color options for this wing.<br />

PARAGLIDERS<br />

MANTRA M5 PERFORMANCE / COMPETITION<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photos: Julien Cisterna & Loren Cox pilot: Ralf Reiter location: Tifa del Valle, Argentina


The LM4 is a lightweight high performance paraglider designed for expert pilots who<br />

are on the cutting edge of vol-bivoauc flight. The LM4 is based on the Mantra M4,<br />

reconstructed with the modern lightweight techniques that have made <strong>Ozone</strong> a world<br />

leader in lightweight paraglider technology.<br />

The LM4 is constructed with materials and techniques that have proven viable over<br />

many years of testing and we are happy with the flight characteristics which are similar<br />

to the M4; the LM4 has full EN D certification.<br />

The Performance<br />

The original M4 is already enjoying a worldwide reputation as one of the highest<br />

performance paragliders to be certified EN D. With the same design and line material,<br />

the LM4 features the same excellent performance that has made the Mantra M4<br />

so successful in its class. The Mantra M4 was independently reviewed by Thermik<br />

Magazine, and measured at 10.2 L/D.<br />

The Comfort<br />

With R10 style leading edge reinforcement and a pitch stable profile, the LM4 benefits<br />

from the same technology that has made the modern <strong>Ozone</strong> range renowned for<br />

stability and comfort. Precise feedback is transmitted to the pilot via its hybrid 3-line<br />

system, and the LM4 has a crisp and agile feel in the air. The LM4 is so comfortable<br />

that we feel it would be prudent to remind pilots that although this wing may feel very<br />

docile in the air, it is still a high performance paraglider and needs to be flown with<br />

the full attention that such a wing requires, and with an understanding of how best to<br />

recover from incidents in flight.<br />

The Adventure<br />

The LM4 is the most modern and high performance adventure wing that we have<br />

developed, and has been thoroughly tested not only by the <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team but also<br />

by <strong>Ozone</strong> Team Pilots in the Red Bull X-Alps 2011. No matter what your plans are, the<br />

LM4 has the low weight and high performance that you need while in the mountains –<br />

whether you are climbing in thermals or on mountain peaks. The MS size weighs in at<br />

4.77kg, nearly 1kg less than the standard M4 in the same size.<br />

LM4 TRIMMER RISERS<br />

For highly experienced XC and Competition pilots, we offer “Race Risers” for the LM4. They<br />

must be purchased separately from your wing.<br />

• The trimmers can be used to slow down the wing (2cm of range) in order to improve<br />

the climb / sink rate when needed.<br />

• The trimmers can be used to speed up the wing (6cm of range) when you don’t want to<br />

use the speed bar, for comfort on longer glides.<br />

• The accelerator system range is increased, and is modified for a more efficient influence<br />

on the wingtip in order to achieve higher top speed and more sail homogeneity.<br />

• You can use the trimmers and accelerator in any combination you please.<br />

Free<br />

Custom<br />

Colours!<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• The LM4 is a simple answer to a request that we received many times after the<br />

release of the Mantra M4. The world’s most experienced Vol-Bivouac / Adventure<br />

pilots wanted a lightweight wing with top of the line performance.<br />

Features<br />

• The LM4 top surface is constructed from Porcher Skytex 36g classic. This is the<br />

same cloth we have been using for years in the Geo and Swift series. This cloth<br />

has mechanical properties similar to a 40g cloth as it has the same structural<br />

ripstop. It has been proven reliable over the years and is the best light cloth<br />

available for the top surface.<br />

• Porcher Skytex 27 classic makes up the bottom surface, and we believe this is the<br />

best ultra-lightweight cloth available. Used for the Swift, the UltraLite, and also in<br />

the R10’s, the Skytex 27 classic is not only very light, it has proven to be strong and<br />

to last well when used in the right areas of the wing.<br />

• The ribs, diagonal ribs, and straps are made from Porcher Skytex 40 hard and<br />

Skytex 27 hard. The longevity of the structure cannot be compromised and<br />

therefore only the parts with very reduced stress are made with the 27g.<br />

• The standard risers are made from 12mm cousin webbing with stainless maillon<br />

rapide links, and the light risers are made with 8mm dyneema webbing and<br />

LinkLite connectors, for a savings of about 200g.<br />

Check www.flyozone.com<br />

for news and info on the<br />

availability of our latest high<br />

performance light wings<br />

being used by the many<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Team Pilots competing<br />

in the RedBull X-Alps!<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Olivier Laugero location: Chamonix, France<br />

LM4 LIGHT PERFORMANCE / COMPETITION<br />

PARAGLIDERS


The Concept<br />

• A wing for top level competitors, certified for use under the new serial class regulations.<br />

The EnZo represents a new class of paraglider. It is a high level competition wing<br />

with EN D certification. This wing has the flight characteristics, behaviour, safety and<br />

performance normally associated with the open class, and although EN certified it can<br />

still only be safely flown by skilled “Open Class” pilots. Although fully certified EN D we<br />

feel this wing should be in a separate class, as it does not really offer the ease of use<br />

and levels of passive safety that we would normally expect from an EN D level wing. It<br />

is designed for racing and made to fit the requirements of the top level pilots who were<br />

flying open class wings before the 2012 season.<br />

The EnZo uses the same planform as our latest research wings, the R10.2/R11; we want<br />

to be absolutely clear about the fact that the EnZo is a certified version of our Research<br />

program. The high aspect ratio design ensures excellent sink rate, glide performance,<br />

and an uncompromising open class feel. It uses the profile that was developed from the<br />

BBHPP, which provides high levels of stability throughout the speed range. As a hybrid<br />

2 liner, with A and B risers only, it needs to be flown with the same active B riser control<br />

and must be flown with the respect that the latest generation 2 liners demand.<br />

The performance of this wing is almost equal to the R10.2; we calculate a 0.1 l/d<br />

reduction in maximum glide and a top speed that has been compromised to meet the<br />

requirements of certification.<br />

To clarify its place in the <strong>Ozone</strong> range of wings:<br />

Despite certified status, the EnZo is still very much a competition wing and is not a<br />

replacement of the M4. Do not be fooled by test reports, if you are considering this wing<br />

it is more important to listen to our description than it is to add up test results. The EnZo<br />

is not suitable for pilots who would normally choose to fly performance class wings. To<br />

be flown safely, it requires the same standard of pilot and the same piloting skills as the<br />

R10.2 / R11. It is only suitable for PWC level pilots who have a very high standard of<br />

canopy control, an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of SIV and the necessary skills<br />

to fly a 2 liner without it collapsing. Pilots unfamiliar with these cutting edge techniques<br />

may lose control of this high aspect wing and find themselves in an unrecoverable<br />

configuration. If you have any doubts, then this wing is not for you.<br />

Our mission for the development of the EnZo was a difficult one: Performance equal to<br />

the R10/R11 but with a certification to meet the recent rule changes. We are satisfied with<br />

the result and hope that the competitive <strong>Ozone</strong> pilots around the world will experience<br />

the same success with the EnZo as they have with the R10 and R11. However, we must<br />

stress the fact that we believe this type of wing should be in a separate class which<br />

requires a higher level of piloting skills than those previously required to safely fly a<br />

certified wing. To inquire about this wing, please contact your <strong>Ozone</strong> Dealer/Distributor.<br />

tHE ANTI-G*<br />

Simply put, the Anti-G is a device that reduces G Force in a spiral dive. It is<br />

simple and easy to use, and is particularly effective for higher aspect ratio<br />

wings. The Anti-G is fixed to the main attachment point of your harness on<br />

the side that you wish to spiral toward. Just deploy the chute, and begin<br />

your spiral dive as normal. Although you will be able to enter a steep<br />

spiral dive, you will make fewer turns while maintaining a higher sink<br />

rate and experiencing far less G-Force. Most pilots will experience a<br />

massive 40% reduction in G-Force while using the Anti-G.<br />

ENZO • ANTI-G HI-LEVEL COMPETITION<br />

PARAGLIDERS<br />

*The Anti-G is not to be used as a tool to land in a shorter than normal distance, it is intended only for use as a tool to decrease G-Force in a spiral.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Loren Cox pilot: Steven Senior location: Tucuman, Argentina


• Certified EN B/LTF in 4 sizes<br />

• 300g lighter than the competition*<br />

• Highest Portability<br />

• Lowest weightt<br />

• Exceptional Price<br />

• The ideal second wing for Alpine Mountaineers, Travelers, and Hikers<br />

The <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team continues to extend the boundaries of lightweight paraglider<br />

technology with the new Ultralite 3, the world’s lightest certified paraglider.<br />

The past decade of lightweight paraglider development here at <strong>Ozone</strong> has seen our light<br />

wings launch from the summit of Everest, compete in every edition in the history of the<br />

X-Alps, and break vol-biv distance records around the world. The Ultralite series remains<br />

very close to the <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team’s heart, as we tend to be very keen mountain explorers<br />

and hike & fly pilots. The new UL3 is the latest offering from our light range, and we invite<br />

you to experience the joy of carrying and flying the world’s lightest certified wing. With a<br />

new optimized leading edge design and even more highly refined construction, the UL3 is<br />

available in four sizes for pilots seeking the utmost in light weight and portability.<br />

The Ultralite has been the world’s lightest certified paraglider since 2006, and the new<br />

UL3 is once again breaking records thanks to an even more highly refined design. The<br />

dependability and ease of use that the Ultralite is renowned for remains unchanged, as we<br />

have stuck to the essential tenets of the design. When optimizing a light wing, every gram<br />

counts, and after intensive trimming of the already low-fat design, the UL3 comes in at<br />

almost 300g less than its predecessor and other wings in its class, making it unmatched in<br />

terms of weight and packability. The Ultralite remains the ultimate mountain & travel wing.<br />

Because the Ultralite is actually a full sized wing, launching and landing it is as safe and<br />

easy as in a normal paraglider, allowing you to use it with confidence in the most extreme<br />

conditions: at high altitude, in deep snow, or on the most difficult launches. The UL3 is<br />

designed for pilots of beginner-intermediate to expert ability, and all sizes of the Ultralite 3<br />

are certified EN B.<br />

Although it is a full sized wing in the air, the Ultralite’s extreme light weight and compact<br />

design folds into an almost pocket size, meaning that you can take it with you anywhere,<br />

anytime. Imagine fitting your glider, harness, reserve parachute and helmet all under the<br />

seat in front of you or in the overhead compartment on your next vacation!<br />

The Porcher 27gm 2 cloth used on the main sections of the top and bottom surface is<br />

as strong as standard cloth, but being a true light-weight fabric it is not designed to be<br />

heavily abused and should be very carefully used and maintained. Although this technically<br />

advanced cloth is much more expensive, we have targeted the price in order to make it<br />

available for pilots as a second wing for travel and adventure.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• More performance and less weight<br />

• 14% weight reduction (approximately 350g lighter for the 19m)<br />

• The 19m now weighs in at an incredible 2.145kg<br />

• Using the experience we have accumulated in the past 2 years, particularly from the<br />

XXLite project, we have managed to optimise the design further in order to save more<br />

weight.<br />

NEW Features<br />

• Four sizes, all fully certified. The new 21m fills the gap between the 19m and the 23m.<br />

• New risers, made with dyneema webbing. They are easier to handle on the ground and<br />

to mount on the harness, and 40g lighter than their predecessors.<br />

• Same cloth used in the sail, a combination of the Porcher Skytex 27g and 36g, which is<br />

undoubtedly the best cloth available, and by now well proven.<br />

• The division of 36gm2 and 27gm2 on the top surface has been carefully optimised to<br />

maintain strength and longevity while cutting the weight down.<br />

• We have used 3D shaping to get a cleaner sail; it improved the airflow and reduced drag.<br />

• Many new construction techniques have been developed, including new seam<br />

margins, tab designs, edge types, LE reinforcements, etc.<br />

• The line material and geometry have been revised. As well as saving weight we also<br />

reduced the amount of drag, to improve glide performance.<br />

• The overall line length is shorter, which reduces roll and improves launch characteristics.<br />

The Oxygen1<br />

Harness<br />

is available as an option<br />

with the Ultralite. It is a<br />

lightweight harness<br />

and bag combination<br />

weighing just 1.3kg.<br />

See page 53 for more<br />

details.<br />

*There is always the chance that someone has certified a lighter wing since our tests, but as far we know the UL3 is ~300g lighter than any other certified paraglider.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Olivier Laugero<br />

ULTRALITE 3 LIGHT / MOUNTAIN<br />

PARAGLIDERS


The XXLite is one of the most unique paragliders to ever be put into production. This<br />

modern single-surface design is the absolute ultimate in ultra-lightweight flight and<br />

is probably the lightest aircraft in existence. The <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team contains several<br />

members who are avid alpinists and hike & fly pilots, and this wing is the result of our<br />

passion for innovation and adventure.<br />

With the entire canopy open to the relative airflow and approximately 5kg of air missing<br />

from “inside” the wing, the XXLite is more than 80% lighter while flying than a normal<br />

paraglider of the same size. This means that the pilot will experience more of the air than<br />

ever thought possible, as it has so much less inertia as it moves through variations in the<br />

air mass. This heightened “sensitivity” should not be understated, and it is important that<br />

pilots who choose to fly the XXLite are capable of appreciating the feedback that this<br />

wing will provide, and also of evaluating the conditions that are appropriate for flying it.<br />

For the reasons above, it would be an oversimplification to call the XXLite a “descent”<br />

wing. The feeling of the XXLite in flight is totally unfiltered and may be disconcerting<br />

to pilots without the necessary experience. When flying the XXLite, it is important to<br />

realize that its movements and feedback are a natural result of physics. Without the<br />

weight of a volume of air inside the wing, the airfoil is highly affected by every movement<br />

it encounters in the atmosphere but this does not make the wing inherently unstable.<br />

Due to the wing’s lack of inertia, it also has far less of a tendency to overshoot, and this<br />

reduced amplitude is a positive characteristic in turbulence.<br />

The XXLite can be a versatile wing and is capable of great things. During its air-trial<br />

period, <strong>Ozone</strong> Team Pilot Martin Bonis flew the XXLite to the summit of Mt Blanc, where<br />

he top-landed on one of the strongest thermal days of 2012. Likewise, pilots who enjoy<br />

the enhanced sensations of “unprotected flight” will get the most out of this exciting<br />

new design.<br />

The XXLite is recommended for experienced pilots who are looking to add a special second<br />

(or third) wing to their quiver. As always, we recommend contacting your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer<br />

to arrange a test flight. If you think that the XXLite is right for you, then we hope that you<br />

enjoy flying this special project as much as we have, and we hope to share a summit with<br />

you one day.<br />

The OZO is an extremely light-weight<br />

reversible harness / backpack and is a perfect<br />

complement to the XXLite and Ultralite series.<br />

With the OZO 26L and the XXLite 16m, your Wing, Harness, and<br />

Backpack will all weigh in at a total of only 1735g …and that is for<br />

pilots of up to 95kg flying weight.<br />

The new OZO comes in 2 sizes, 26L and 33L. The 26L size is ideal<br />

for both XXLites, and the 33L will take any size of Ultralite wing.<br />

See page 53 for more details.<br />

Test pilot’s Notes<br />

• Inflation in zero to lights winds is extremely quick and easy, the wing stays easily<br />

overhead in just a light wind and is very straightforward to control.<br />

• Launch behaviour in stronger winds is more demanding as the wing has a tendency to<br />

want to fly, it is best to control the wall with the rear risers.<br />

• The take off lifting speed is relatively slow. Launching is straightforward and easy and<br />

as you leave the ground sooner than on a similar sized double surface wing.<br />

• In the air, the brake pressure is light and progressive and the wing is very sensitive to<br />

inputs.<br />

• Handling is direct and immediate so the thermalling behaviour and general<br />

manoeuvrability is very good.<br />

• Feedback is unfiltered, it is very sensitive to the movements of the air, the wing<br />

transmits this with small movements in pitch and yaw. In stronger turbulence these<br />

movements can be quite fast, but are without much amplitude.<br />

• It is best to fly with a small amount of brake applied at all times.<br />

• Landing is straightforward but without the flare of a normal double surfaced wing.<br />

conclusion<br />

• Despite its good behaviour, we still feel that the XXLite is only suitable for experienced<br />

pilots and that it should only be flown in reasonably light wind and turbulence-free<br />

conditions.<br />

choosing your size<br />

• Do not use normal double surface wings as your reference, the XXLite is a unique wing<br />

and requires specific loading for optimum performance.<br />

• The wing creates lift at a relatively slow speed, so launching is straight forward, even<br />

when heavily loaded on the smallest size. The launch speed is similar to a double<br />

surfaced wing 3-4m bigger.<br />

• Speed is related to wing loading, it is important to not be below the recommended<br />

minimum weight range.<br />

• Pilots with an all up weight (remember the low weight of the wing) of 65-95 kgs should<br />

consider the 16, those between 85 and 115kgs the 19.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Dav Degault<br />

SINGLE SURFACE MOUNTAIN<br />

XXLITE<br />

PARAGLIDERS


In the tradition of the original Octane, which redefined handling in the paragliding world, The<br />

Octane 2 is dedicated to freestyle play and acro flying. For 2013, the Octane FLX model has<br />

being upgraded to the Octane 2, which features a new material spec and colour schemes.<br />

The Octane 2 is a Freestyle Class wing, certified EN C.<br />

The Octane 2 is our answer to pilots who need a wing that performs well in the entire range<br />

of acro manoeuvres, but with a good enough sink rate to thermal and fly comfortably…<br />

and of course with EN C Certification. It is a compact and easy to use acro wing, with<br />

energy enough for big tumbles and lofty wingovers, and the pitch stability needed for gentle<br />

recoveries and the smoothest, easiest helicopters imaginable.<br />

If you are an aspiring acro pilot, or if handling and fun are an absolute priority for you, then<br />

the Octane 2 is for you.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The concept<br />

• The perfect freestyle wing that is capable of all the tricks but certified to a high level<br />

of safety, and comfortable to fly: the climb and glide of the Octane 2 is excellent for a<br />

Freestyle wing.<br />

New Features<br />

• The Octane 2 features a new lighter top and bottom surface cloth, for better agility and<br />

recovery performance. Although the line-plan remains unchanged, a new line material<br />

offers lower drag with the same durability, allowing a performance increase over the<br />

Octane FLX<br />

• 44 cells, with full diagonals, 4 riser lines and 4 lines per side and no middle gallery lines:<br />

all for ultra high durability. More lines and more attachment points are necessary for<br />

heavy use and frequent high G loadings. This also results also in very small angles in<br />

the line cascades, reducing the deformations in the sail and making the wing tighter<br />

and more efficient in manoeuvres.<br />

• The Aspect Ratio is a balance: high enough for performance and energy in tumbles but<br />

low enough to be compact, forgiving, and to have a low chance of cravats.<br />

• The planform has also been designed to reduce the risk of cravats while doing spin<br />

tricks such as McTwists, Misty Flips, Helis, etc.<br />

• The overall line length (distance from pilot to wing) is somewhat high for stability in the<br />

helicopter and energy for tumbles.<br />

• With Leaky Butthole technology for dune soaring and wagas!<br />

OCTANE 2 FREESTYLE / ACRO<br />

PARAGLIDERS<br />

Custom colours shown. Contact your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer for pricing info on custom wings.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photos: Rebecca Bredehoft locations: Sand Mountain, NV, USA and Jackson Hole, WY, USA


<strong>Ozone</strong> returns to the competitive acro scene with the all new Trickster. Developed<br />

during a long collaboration between Felix Rodriguez and the <strong>Ozone</strong> R&D Team, the<br />

Trickster is a completely new wing and represents a new direction in acro wing design<br />

for our team.<br />

Although the Trickster is “Felix’s” wing, during the development process we released<br />

prototypes to pilots from around the world in places such as Organya, St Hilaire, and<br />

at many locations across the Alps. The feedback was all the same; “Forgiving, solid<br />

wingtips, responsive but gentle”. We are confident that the Trickster is one of the easiest<br />

and most precise acro wings that we (and many of our friends) have ever flown.<br />

A carefully moderated sail tension, higher volume and highly-tuned wingtips, a more<br />

efficient profile, and a specially reinforced leading edge all combine to make the Trickster<br />

very stable across the entire range of modern acro maneuvers. Whether you are<br />

just learning the Infinite Tumble, or perfecting longer sequences for competition on the<br />

Acro World Cup, the Trickster will allow you to execute your tricks cleaner and with<br />

less effort than ever before.<br />

The <strong>Ozone</strong> Team’s years of advanced paraglider design experience, Felix’s intensive<br />

testing in the field, and everything that we have learned about performance profiles in<br />

recent years has been aptly applied to this exciting new wing. Although the Trickster is<br />

designed especially for the most serious acro maneuvers, Felix’s final testing included<br />

a flight to the summit of Mt Blanc (4810m), where he top landed and then re-launched<br />

to fly out over Chamonix, and set a new foot launch world record for Infinite Tumbles.<br />

The Trickster is available in 17m, 18.5m, 20m sizes, and comes standard with our new<br />

Acro Brake handles.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The concept<br />

• Modern paragliding acrobatics has has evolved: The new Trickster is a next generation<br />

acro wing.<br />

• Felix’s expectations were high, and this wing represents a start from zero, with a<br />

completely new wing.<br />

NEW FEATURES<br />

• The Trickster has fewer cells than the FLX series. This means we could use less lines,<br />

which means less drag.<br />

• The cells are slightly wider and associated with a thicker airfoil, for more chord-wise<br />

stability which is crucial for stability during the most extreme manoeuvres.<br />

• The leading edge is reinforced with webbing sewn along the top of the intakes. This<br />

webbing reduces stress caused by high-G manoeuvres and guaranties a greater<br />

lifespan for the wing.<br />

• The planform is swept further forward than before, for a better distribution of span-wise<br />

tension. This translates to less sail movement during tumbles and helps immensely to<br />

keep speed during rotations. The infinity tumble has never been so infinite…<br />

• New airfoil. This new profile has more camber, generates more lift, is more dynamic in<br />

pitch, and is more stable chord-wise.<br />

• The shape of the intakes has evolved for efficiency.<br />

• No more closed cells, except at the wingtip. Alternately fully sized open cells, with<br />

reduced size and carefully positioned open cells for the ideal air pressure in every<br />

configuration.<br />

• Overall line length has been increased. It gives more stability during helis and is more<br />

dynamic in rotations.<br />

• Line geometry and line material are also completely new. The aim was to reduce the<br />

line drag for two reasons: 1. The more performance you have, the higher you’ll be able<br />

to start your show. 2. The less drag you have, the more dynamic and clean the tricks<br />

become.<br />

• 3 sizes are available, for a wide range of pilot weights, but a wide scale of pilot level.<br />

• We have a new and dedicated brake handle, constructed from aluminium, foam, and<br />

neoprene for a more precise and powerful feel.<br />

TRICKSTER COMPETITION ACRO<br />

PARAGLIDERS<br />

Custom colours shown. Contact your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer for pricing info on custom wings.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Brooke Whatnall pilot: Michael Muldoon


• The Magnum series is the most used professional tandem wing in the world<br />

• Riser system with “Ear Blockers”<br />

• New, lighter brake pressure<br />

• Agile, “solo glider” handling<br />

• Most durable design and materials<br />

The Magnum series has been used by more professional tandem pilots around the<br />

world over the past 5 years than any other wing. We are proud of the Magnum’s legacy<br />

and it has been a very difficult job to improve upon the original design. Our goals were<br />

to maintain the best characteristics of the original Magnum while making it even easier<br />

to fly.<br />

The Magnum II was more than three years in development, and has been tested thoroughly<br />

in all flyable conditions; from high wind launches to tail wind launches, high mountain air<br />

to coastal soaring and everything in between. Like the original Magnum, it is strong and<br />

versatile enough for any professional tandem pilot, and excels in all conditions.<br />

What professional pilots will notice first when flying the Magnum II, is an easier launch<br />

due to a much lighter sail. Incredibly, without reducing the wing’s strength or durability<br />

we have reduced the weight by 700g. This has improved not only the inflation and<br />

launch, but the in-flight behaviour as well. The next obvious improvement is the<br />

reduced brake pressure. Pro pilots will appreciate the easier feel in turns and also a<br />

more sensitive and easily accessed flare for soft landings.<br />

With a slightly increased aspect ratio and 6 more cells, the Magnum II outperforms the<br />

original not only in comfort and ease of use, but also in glide performance and climb<br />

efficiency. A new line plan has allowed an 18% reduction in line drag, allowing you and<br />

your passenger more time in the air, if you want it. And if you don’t, the proven “Ear-<br />

Blocker” system will get you down quickly and easily.<br />

What passengers will notice (or not notice, as the case may be) is the smoothest<br />

tandem ride that we’ve ever felt. An increase in overall efficiency has also improved<br />

the “smoothness” of the ride, with better behaviour in active conditions.<br />

We are confident that the new Magnum II will satisfy the world’s most demanding pro pilots,<br />

and we look forward to hearing your impressions of this exciting new wing.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

The Concept<br />

• The design philosophy of the Magnum II is identical to the original Magnum: The<br />

ultimate professional tandem wing.<br />

• The new Magnum is just as easy to launch and land, but offers more than its<br />

predecessor: Better handling, lighter brake pressure, a lighter sail, better performance,<br />

and a more comfortable ride for your passengers.<br />

Free<br />

Custom<br />

Colours!<br />

New Features<br />

• The aspect ratio is slightly increased, from 5.1 to 5.25, and we have added 6 more cells<br />

(for a new total of 52). As a result, the glide performance is improved by half a point,<br />

but more importantly, the pure sink rate and the climb efficiency has been significantly<br />

improved.<br />

• The Magnum II is lighter than the Magnum, by 700g! This is thanks to a new structure,<br />

a new leading edge with nylon rod reinforcement, and a significantly optimised sail<br />

construction.<br />

• Despite a lighter sail, there has been no sacrifice to the backbone of the structure, and<br />

we have done nothing to compromise the longevity of one of the best tandem wings<br />

available. The same number of attachment points means equal loads for each section<br />

of the wing, and we have even added some extra patches to minimize the deformation<br />

in the load bias above the A’s.<br />

• Diagonal ribs are joined together without leaving any gaps where loads could stress<br />

an inappropriate area of the sail. We have also added a wide strap running along the<br />

span around the C region to minimize the sail movement and “breathing”, therefore<br />

reducing the mechanical aging process.<br />

• Line drag has been reduced by 18% thanks to the new structure and new rigging, in<br />

addition to an excellent new line material (Edelrid sheathed Aramid).<br />

• The trimmer range has been extended, to allow for a slower trim speed – this increases<br />

comfort and efficiency while flying with heavy passengers.<br />

• The Magnum II comes standard with “Ear-blockers” for simple hands free descent<br />

using Big-Ears.<br />

The Mag2Lite is our answer for tandem pilots who want to cut a bit of weight off of<br />

their system without greatly compromising its longevity. Together with the new light<br />

spreader bars, the Mag2Lite comes in at 1.7kg less than the normal Magnum II with<br />

standard hard spreaders. The wing alone is a full 1kg less than the standard version.<br />

Pack volume is also significantly less, and the Mag2Lite will form the basis of a<br />

more compact and easier to carry tandem system for travellers, vol-biv pilots, and<br />

lightweight gear fans.<br />

All of the great new features of the Magnum II can be found in the Mag2Lite, including<br />

new lighter brake pressure and an even more compact and “solo glider” feel. We are<br />

confident that this wing will hold up to normal use as well as the other light travel wings<br />

in our range, and this new glider can be equated to the Geo or Swift series, in that it fits<br />

in between the traditional and ultralite construction categories.<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57 photo: Olivier Laugero location: Chamonix, France<br />

MAGNUM II • MAG2LITE TANDEM<br />

PARAGLIDERS


Ski Launched Speed Riding,<br />

in which pilots use skis to access launches in mountain terrain, and then fly / ski through that terrain at high<br />

speeds. Skis make launching and landing these fast wings simple and easy for any pilot with a moderate<br />

skill level in the sports of paragliding and skiing. The all new Fazer is the ultimate tool for maximum speed<br />

descents in big mountains.<br />

Foot Launched Speed Flying / SOARING,<br />

in which pilots use their feet to run and launch from steep mountain terrain, or at windy “ridge soaring” sites.<br />

Launching and landing the smallest sizes of speed flying wings by foot can be tricky, but the larger sizes are<br />

simple and easy to launch and land in the right conditions. The Firefly and XT 16 are the perfect choice for<br />

these disciplines.<br />

The Fazer offers an excellent combination of speed, precision, and performance. It<br />

has an excellent glide range - it will go steep when you want it, and it glides well when<br />

you need it to. Although the glide range can be adjusted extensively using only the<br />

brakes, the Fazer also features a wide trim range which works smoothly on its 3-riser<br />

system.<br />

The Fazer is rock-solid in the air, and has absolutely zero “wobble” or “accordion”<br />

movement. This stability makes for an extremely precise, smooth, and confidenceinspiring<br />

ride for pilots who engage in Proximity Flying, and Speed Riding. We worked<br />

very hard to eliminate all parasitic sail movement and the highly precise handling of<br />

the Fazer combined with its compact and stable feel allows you to fly the best line<br />

possible, with confidence.<br />

We know that you have high expectations, and we do too, so we did everything<br />

possible to create a profile that not only delivers the precision described above, but<br />

also has a long brake travel and good slow speed flight with an obvious stall point that<br />

is easy to feel. And when it comes time to land, we are sure that the Fazer’s swoop and<br />

recovery arc will satisfy even the most demanding pilots.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

Features<br />

•All • new design<br />

•Ultra • precise handling for proximity flight lines<br />

•New • high performance line set<br />

•Higher • speed and more adjustable sink rate than the Bullet.<br />

The ATAK Harness<br />

The Fazer, Firefly, and XT16 come with the Atak Harness<br />

as an option. This harness is designed by pro skiers<br />

and pro pilots specifically for the new sport of Speed<br />

Flying, with a special focus on the best configuration<br />

for transitioning from skiing to flying positions. Other<br />

speed flying harnesses boast gimmicks and cute<br />

features, but neglect the most essential points: the<br />

body and leg position needed to effectively move<br />

from the ideal ski position to a comfortable<br />

seated flying position quickly and easily. Pilots<br />

who wish to fly with a reserve may attach a front<br />

mounted system. See page 53 for details.<br />

For more specs and technical info, see page 58. photo: Olivier Laugero pilot: Matt Gerdes 50<br />

PARAGLIDERS SPEED WINGS BUZZ FAZER Z4 PERFORMANCE SPEED FLYING / SPEED COMPETITION RIDING<br />

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The XT is the answer…<br />

Across a wide variety of sites and conditions, the XT excels. Based on over a decade of paraglider<br />

research and the recent developments in Speed Flying Wing Profiles, the XT is designed with a<br />

hybrid flat bottom profile for stability in active air, and full diagonals for a smooth and precise feel.<br />

In addition to the airfoil shape, the low aspect ratio and thicker profile of the XT sets it apart from<br />

normal paragliders. These design attributes create a blend of higher stability and lower performance<br />

than a standard paraglider, which in turn makes the XT ideal for high wind soaring and for carving<br />

and swooping terrain on the way down the mountain.<br />

The XT is the perfect opportunity for pilots to enter the sport of foot launched speed flying easily.<br />

Pilots who want to experience the option of flying in higher wind, or the feeling of a bit more airspeed<br />

on any flight, will love the XT. Pilots who live in places that frequently experience higher winds will<br />

miss far fewer weekends of flying if they own an XT.<br />

Light and compact, the XT fits into a small backpack making it easy to hike or travel with and an ideal<br />

solution for alpine mountaineers and hikers who may plan to launch in higher wind than is possible<br />

in a larger paraglider.<br />

Designer’s Notes<br />

THE CONCEPT<br />

•The • Ultimate Cross Terrain Speed Flying wing. The XT 16 is for pilots who want something a little<br />

smaller and a little faster than their paraglider. Soarable when normal paragliders can’t even be<br />

brought out of the bag and easy to launch and land in high wind or no wind, the XT is a highly<br />

stable and easy to use wing for pilots of all abilities.<br />

Features<br />

•High • stability for a wider range of conditions<br />

•Ultra-long • brake range<br />

•Highly • stall resistant<br />

•Easy • launch, and low speed landings<br />

•Gentle, • coordinated handling<br />

More and more pilots are discovering the fun and excitement of speed-flying and miniwing<br />

piloting around the world, and our range is slowly growing to suit the demand.<br />

The new Firefly is a hybrid speed wing with performance that will match many “miniwings”,<br />

but stability that resembles lower aspect ratio speed-wings. The performance<br />

of the Firefly is very impressive for its aspect ratio, with the result being glide<br />

performance and handling from the mini-wing category, but stability from the speedflying<br />

category. The Firefly is equipped with an advanced profile which gives high<br />

pitch stability and excellent performance, and the low aspect ratio and thick chord<br />

adds protection for passive safety and stability. This wing is an excellent choice for<br />

pilots who want to experience the thrill of mini-wing piloting without the sacrifice in<br />

stability that is inherent in the higher aspect ratio designs which are common in the<br />

mini-wing category.<br />

At <strong>Ozone</strong>, our main priority for mini-wings and speed-wings is safety. Higher<br />

wingloading does not automatically means higher stability, and we have taken great<br />

care to produce a smaller wing that, while fun to fly, still retains a level of passive<br />

safety that is suitable for intermediate to experienced pilots. We have entered the<br />

mini-wing category late, and slowly, due to our desire to only release wings with what<br />

we consider to be this reasonable level of ease of use, and stability.<br />

The Firefly offers significantly better glide performance than the XT 16, with improved<br />

speed and more dynamic handling. Pilots will find the Firefly to be much easier to<br />

ridge-soar at a wider range of sites than the XT 16. It will also handle shallower<br />

launches and naturally has an increased “range” due to the better glide performance.<br />

Part of the Firefly’s performance increase is the result of a more advanced, reduceddrag<br />

line-plan. This could be considered a “free” performance gain, which has come<br />

at no cost in stability. However, the Firefly also has an increased aspect ratio and<br />

more cells, which has made it a more advanced wing than the XT 16. While the XT<br />

16 remains an excellent choice for speed-flying pilots who want a stable and easy to<br />

use wing, the Firefly is intended for experienced speed-flying pilots only. Pilots<br />

with less than a full season of experience flying mini-wings and speed-flying wings in<br />

varied conditions would be better suited for the XT 16.<br />

PARAGLIDERS SPEED WINGS XT 16 BUZZ • FIREFLY Z4 FOOT PERFORMANCE LAUNCH / SPEED / COMPETITION SOARING<br />

Custom colours shown. Contact your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer for pricing info on custom wings.<br />

photo: Loren Cox pilot: Mike Steen<br />

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For more specs and technical info, see page 57


We have a full line of accessories to keep you<br />

warm, cool, to carry your stuff, and replace your<br />

parts. Check out all of the latest accessories in the<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Webshop at www.flyozone.com that are<br />

available from your local <strong>Ozone</strong> dealer.<br />

The Oxygen2 harness is a sleek and clutter-free lightweight<br />

harness that is easy to use, with a focus on sensitivity and<br />

comfort with no compromise on safety. The O2 is constructed<br />

with carefully chosen materials of the highest quality to ensure a<br />

long life span and highly durable good looks.<br />

The simple layout of the harness belies the technology and innovation within:<br />

• “Safe T” system<br />

• 17cm Mousse bag<br />

• A sliding seat board allows for an easy transition from standing to seated positions, making the<br />

most important parts of the flight (take off and landing) easier, safer and less stressful.<br />

• Confidence and comfort in the air are crucial elements of safety and pleasure – The O2 transmits<br />

glider movement to the pilot as coordinated feedback, allowing you to feel the air around you<br />

without overloading you with too much information. The feedback can be adjusted to your taste<br />

by adjusting the semi-crossbraced chest strap.<br />

• In the turn, the O2 is well balanced with progressive weight-shift that enables you to place the<br />

glider’s bank and keep it exactly where you want it in the turn.<br />

• The O2 is a versatile harness, suitable for a wide range of pilots and uses. It is an ideal harness for<br />

students and new pilots due to its light weight and easy in/out.<br />

• Experienced pilots will love the coordinated feel of the O2 in active air, and the progressive weight<br />

shift makes the handling of an <strong>Ozone</strong> wing even sweeter - locking into the core of a thermal has<br />

never been easier.<br />

• The O2 performs equally well for Soaring, Acro and XC flights.<br />

• The O2 is now the harness of choice for the <strong>Ozone</strong> Test and Design Team<br />

• Integral clover leaf rear reserve container (for left or right handed pilots). Clover leaf ‘bombay’<br />

design is the safest configuration due to the fact that the reserve will always extract once the pins<br />

are pulled, unlike slide-out systems that may require more physical effort to remove.<br />

• Lightweight and compact, easy to fit in a standard <strong>Ozone</strong> Bag with any wing.<br />

The Fazer, Firefly, and XT16 come with<br />

the Atak Harness as an option. This<br />

harness is designed by pro skiers<br />

and pro pilots specifically for the<br />

new sport of Speed Flying, with a<br />

special focus on the best configuration for transitioning from<br />

skiing to flying positions. Other speed flying harnesses boast<br />

gimmicks and cute features, but neglect the most essential<br />

points: the body and leg position needed to effectively move<br />

from the ideal ski position to a comfortable seated flying position.<br />

The Oxygen1 Harness was designed with<br />

comfort in mind. Comfort while flying, and<br />

also while hiking. At just 1.3kg, it is light<br />

for a harness and bag combination, but<br />

features leg and chest buckles (instead<br />

of the step-through system), generously<br />

padded leg and back support, and a<br />

comfortably sized storage compartment.<br />

Instead of having all of the leg straps permanently sewn to save a few grams, which<br />

can result in a nightmare on launch if you are trying to get into it with crampons or<br />

boots on, we have chosen light weight buckles with colour coordinated leg straps for<br />

easy and safe identification. The padding on the back and inside the legs makes the<br />

Oxygen1 the lightweight harness that you can fly comfortably for hours. If your wing is<br />

soarable, then your harness should be as well!<br />

The OZO is an extremely light-weight<br />

reversible harness / backpack and is a<br />

perfect complement to the XXLite and<br />

Ultralite series. With the OZO 26L and<br />

the XXLite 16m, your Wing, Harness,<br />

and Backpack will all weigh in at a total of<br />

only 1735g …and that is for pilots of up to<br />

95kg flying weight. Imagine having a complete<br />

paragliding system which weighs less than your water bottle!<br />

The new OZO comes in 2 sizes, 26L and 33L. The 26L size is ideal for both XXLites, and<br />

the 33L will take any size of Ultralite wing.<br />

We’re pretty sure that this system is now the world’s lightest aircraft. The entire<br />

package fits easily in the bottom of your carry-on luggage or even under the seat of<br />

your car, so there is really no excuse to ever be caught without your flying equipment.<br />

Carry it anywhere, easily, on a business trip or to the summit of the world’s highest<br />

peaks – the adventure is yours to choose.<br />

Heavy Hoody<br />

DVDs<br />

Tri-fold Wallet<br />

Washbag<br />

Inner Bag<br />

UltraLite<br />

Sack<br />

Classic Logo T-Shirt<br />

Weekly Calendar<br />

Keyring<br />

V18 Backpack<br />

V24 Citybag<br />

(w/ laptop<br />

case)<br />

Mountains T-shirt<br />

Windsocks<br />

Tandem Spreader<br />

Bars<br />

Para to the People<br />

T-shirt<br />

Sky Vest Speed Top Sky Jacket<br />

Speed Bar<br />

Light Tandem<br />

Spreaders<br />

4-Line Kite T-shirt<br />

Layer Flyingsuit<br />

Bottle<br />

Opener<br />

Glider Tie<br />

Tech-T (short)<br />

Ninja Balaclava<br />

Toggles<br />

Beanie Hat<br />

Acro Toggles<br />

Replacement Parts<br />

Tech-T (long)<br />

Speedwing Mini-wing Geo Geo-Large Standard Tandem Competition Easy Bag<br />

Stuff Sack<br />

The Saucisse pack is designed to make<br />

the packing and storage of your<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> wing an easy task. Using<br />

the Saucisse, you can quickly and<br />

easily accordion fold your wing.<br />

This is crucial for retaining the<br />

shape of the leading edge of your<br />

wing, particularly if your wing<br />

features plastic leading edge<br />

reinforcements. The Saucisse<br />

is available as an option to add<br />

to your glider order from your<br />

local <strong>Ozone</strong> Dealer.<br />

A lightweight, low fat version of the<br />

Saucisse. We hope it will satisfy<br />

the pilots who find the normal<br />

Saucisse to be a bit heavy. The<br />

main saving is made by using<br />

buckles rather than a long zip.<br />

Available in two sizes for wings<br />

with long or short chords.<br />

Coming in 2013...<br />

Development at <strong>Ozone</strong> is a continuous process which is not governed by seasons or calendar years. We strive to continually update our range and<br />

improve our products, and we release new products only when they are finished and perfected – not before, and not after.<br />

Please follow us on Facebook and our RSS feeds at www.flyozone.com to keep up to date with the newest <strong>Ozone</strong> gear.<br />

In 2013, the adventure continues, for us and for you. Here’s to longer, safer, and more comfortable flights! Cheers from all the <strong>Ozone</strong> Team.<br />

ACCESSORIES<br />

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COMP LIGHT ADVENTURE<br />

ELEMENT 2<br />

LTF A / EN A<br />

MOJO 4<br />

LTF A / EN B<br />

BUZZ Z4<br />

LTF B / EN B<br />

RUSH 3<br />

XC LTF B / EN B<br />

DELTA 2<br />

XC LTF C / EN C<br />

OCTANE 2<br />

FREESTYLE LTF C / EN C<br />

MANTRA M5<br />

XC LTF D / EN D<br />

MAGNUM II<br />

TANDEM LTF B / EN B<br />

ULTRALITE 3<br />

MOUNTAIN LTF B / EN B<br />

GEO III<br />

TRAVEL LTF B / EN B<br />

SWIFT 2<br />

XC LTF B / EN B<br />

ALPINA<br />

XC LTF C / EN C<br />

LM4<br />

XC EN D<br />

MAG2LITE<br />

TANDEM LTF B / EN B<br />

XXLite<br />

SINGLE SURFACE UNCERT.<br />

TRICKSTER<br />

COMPETITION ACRO<br />

ENZO<br />

COMPETITION EN D<br />

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED<br />

FOOT LAUNCH<br />

SKI LAUNCH<br />

XT16<br />

FIREFLY<br />

FAZER<br />

WEIGHT* (kg)<br />

FAZER<br />

16m<br />

16m<br />

8.5m<br />

10m<br />

12m<br />

14m<br />

50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105<br />

8.5m<br />

10m<br />

12m<br />

14m<br />

*weight range includes the pilot, harness, accessories and wing.<br />

kg<br />

SPEED FLYING - APPROXIMATE WEIGHT RECOMMENDATIONS<br />

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED<br />

HIGHER WING LOADING<br />

INCREASES DIFFICULTY<br />

Choosing your proper wingloading is crucial. Speak with your speed flying instructor to<br />

select the correct size speed wing for your skill level and intended use. A 10m speed<br />

wing is not more advanced than a 14m speed wing if loaded proportionately, but a larger<br />

pilot will need a larger wing, and vice versa. Consult with your instructor and read the<br />

wingloading charts and info at www.flyozone.com before buying your wing.<br />

kg kg kg<br />

kg kg kg<br />

CHARTS<br />

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GLIDER<br />

Size<br />

Number of cells<br />

XXS<br />

35<br />

XS<br />

35<br />

S<br />

35<br />

M<br />

35<br />

L<br />

35<br />

XS<br />

39<br />

S<br />

39<br />

M<br />

39<br />

L<br />

39<br />

XL<br />

39<br />

XS<br />

45<br />

S<br />

45<br />

MS<br />

45<br />

ML<br />

45<br />

L<br />

45<br />

XL<br />

45<br />

Projected Area (m²)<br />

Flat Area (m²)<br />

16.98 20.16<br />

19.05 22.89<br />

22<br />

25<br />

24.2<br />

27.5<br />

26.6<br />

30.2<br />

19.2<br />

22.2<br />

21<br />

24.3<br />

22.9<br />

26.5<br />

24.8<br />

28.7<br />

26.8<br />

31<br />

19.12<br />

22.2<br />

20.75<br />

24.1<br />

22.22<br />

25.8<br />

23.5<br />

27.3<br />

25.23<br />

29.3<br />

27.4<br />

31.8<br />

Projected Span (m)<br />

Flat Span (m)<br />

Projected Aspect Ratio<br />

Flat Aspect Ratio<br />

Root Chord (m)<br />

7.62<br />

9.29<br />

3.56<br />

4.54<br />

2.54<br />

8.8<br />

10.2<br />

3.47<br />

4.54<br />

2.79<br />

9.3<br />

10.6<br />

3.47<br />

4.54<br />

2.91<br />

9.6<br />

11.1<br />

3.47<br />

4.54<br />

3.06<br />

10<br />

11.7<br />

3.47<br />

4.54<br />

3.20<br />

8.39<br />

10.54<br />

3.67<br />

5<br />

2.69<br />

8.77<br />

11.03<br />

3.67<br />

5<br />

2.81<br />

9.16<br />

11.52<br />

3.67<br />

5<br />

2.93<br />

9.53<br />

11.98<br />

3.67<br />

5<br />

3.05<br />

9.9<br />

12.45<br />

3.67<br />

5<br />

3.17<br />

8.47<br />

10.69<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.63<br />

8.82<br />

11.14<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.74<br />

9.13<br />

11.52<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.83<br />

9.39<br />

11.85<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.92<br />

9.73<br />

12.28<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

3.02<br />

10.13<br />

12.79<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

3.15<br />

Glider Weight (kg) 4.6* 4.95* 5.35* 5.8* 6.3* 4.5 5 5.45 5.7 6 * * * 5.55 * *<br />

In-Flight Weight † (kg) 45-70 55-75 65-90 75-105 95-125 55-70 65-85 80-100 95-115 110-135 55-70 65-85 75-95 85-105 95-115 110-130<br />

LTF/EN<br />

MATERIALS<br />

Top Surface Cloth<br />

Bottom Surface Cloth<br />

Rib Cloth<br />

Upper Lines<br />

Mid Lines<br />

Lower Lines<br />

XS<br />

45<br />

19.12<br />

22.2<br />

8.47<br />

10.69<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.63<br />

3.95*<br />

S<br />

45<br />

20.75<br />

24.1<br />

8.82<br />

11.14<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.74<br />

4.1<br />

MS<br />

45<br />

22.22<br />

25.8<br />

9.13<br />

11.52<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.83<br />

4.25<br />

ML<br />

45<br />

23.5<br />

27.3<br />

9.39<br />

11.85<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

2.92<br />

4.4<br />

L<br />

45<br />

25.23<br />

29.3<br />

9.73<br />

12.28<br />

3.75<br />

5.15<br />

3.02<br />

4.75<br />

55-70 65-85 75-95 85-105 95-115<br />

S<br />

51<br />

20.8<br />

24<br />

9.25<br />

11.49<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.65<br />

5.4*<br />

M<br />

51<br />

22.5<br />

26<br />

9.63<br />

11.96<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.76<br />

5.6<br />

L<br />

51<br />

24.5<br />

28.3<br />

10.05<br />

12.48<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.88<br />

5.8*<br />

XL<br />

51<br />

27<br />

31.2<br />

10.55<br />

13.1<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

3.02<br />

6*<br />

XS<br />

51<br />

19<br />

22<br />

8.86<br />

11<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.54<br />

3.96*<br />

S<br />

51<br />

20.8<br />

24<br />

9.25<br />

11.49<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.65<br />

4.16*<br />

M<br />

51<br />

22.5<br />

26<br />

9.63<br />

11.96<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.76<br />

4.36<br />

L<br />

51<br />

24.5<br />

28.3<br />

10.05<br />

12.48<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.88<br />

4.56*<br />

XS<br />

62<br />

17.8<br />

21.1<br />

8.9<br />

11.3<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.35<br />

4.4*<br />

S<br />

62<br />

19.4<br />

23.1<br />

9.3<br />

11.8<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.45<br />

4.7*<br />

MS<br />

62<br />

20.5<br />

24.4<br />

9.5<br />

12.1<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.52<br />

5<br />

ML<br />

62<br />

21.7<br />

25.7<br />

9.8<br />

12.5<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.59<br />

5.34<br />

L<br />

62<br />

23<br />

27.3<br />

10.1<br />

12.8<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.67<br />

5.7*<br />

XL<br />

62<br />

25.3<br />

30<br />

10.6<br />

13.5<br />

4.4<br />

6<br />

2.8<br />

6*<br />

70-90 85-105 100-120 115-130 55-75 70-90 85-105 100-120 55-70 65-85 75-95 85-105 95-115 110-130<br />

Load Load<br />

B A/B A A A/B A* A A A A B B B B B B A B B B B C B B B B C B B B C* C* C* C* C* C* C C C C<br />

D D D D D D D B B B B Load Load<br />

C* C*<br />

Load Load Load<br />

Test Test<br />

Test Test Test B B B B Test Test<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Skytex 40 Deperlant<br />

Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Skytex 40 Deperlant<br />

Skytex36/Skytex 27<br />

Porcher 7000 E71A<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 40 Deperlent Skytex 40 Deperlant Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 27 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 27 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 27 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Skytex 27 Classic<br />

Skytex 36 Classic<br />

Skytex 27 Classic<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF<br />

Dominico 30D MF Skytex 27g Classic<br />

Dominico 70D<br />

Dominico 30D Hard<br />

Skytex 40 Hard / Dominico 30D FM<br />

Skytex 40 Hard<br />

Skytex 40 Hard / Dominico 30D FM Skytex 27 Hard / Skytex 40 Hard Skytex 40 Hard / Dominico 30D FM<br />

Skytex 27 Hard / Skytex 40 Hard Skytex 40 Hard / Dominico 30D FM Skytex 27 Hard / Skytex 40 Hard<br />

Skytex 40 Hard<br />

Skytex 27 Hard<br />

Porcher 7000 E29<br />

Skytex 40 Hard /<br />

Skytex 40 Hard<br />

Skytex 40 Hard Skytex 40/27g Hard<br />

Dominico 30D FM<br />

Liros DSL70<br />

Liros DSL70<br />

Edelrid 8000U-090/070<br />

Edelrid 8000U-090/070<br />

Edelrid 8000U-090/070/050 Edelrid 8000U-090/070/050<br />

Edelrid 8000U-130/090/070/050<br />

Edelrid 8000U-130/090/070/050 Edelrid 8000U-130/090/070/050 Edelrid 8000U serie<br />

Edelrid 8000U serie<br />

Edelrid 8000U-050<br />

Edelrid 8000U-050 Edelrid 8000U-090/070 Edelrdi 8000U-130/090 Liros DSL70/140<br />

Liros DSL70/140<br />

Liros DSL140<br />

Liros DSL140<br />

Liros DSL140/70<br />

Liros DSL140/70<br />

Liros DSL140/70<br />

Edelrid 8000U-130/090<br />

Edelrid 8000U-130/090<br />

Edelrid 8000U-130/090<br />

Edelrid 8000U serie<br />

Edelrid 8000U-190/130<br />

Liros DSL140 /<br />

Liros DSL140/70<br />

Edelrid 8000U-190/130<br />

Liros DSL140/70<br />

Edelrid 8000U-230/190 Liros DSL140 / Edelrid 7343-230<br />

Edelrid 7343-230<br />

Edelrid 7343-230/420<br />

Edelrid 7343-230/280<br />

Edelrid 7343-230/190<br />

Edelrid 7343-230/190<br />

Edelrid 7343-190/230<br />

Edelrid 7343-190/230<br />

Edelrid 8000U-230/190/130<br />

Edelrid 7343-230 / 8000U-230/190/130 Edelrid 8000U-230/190/130<br />

Edelrid 8000U serie<br />

Edelrid 8000U serie<br />

Edelrid 8000U-230/190 Edelrid 8000U-230/190 Edelrid 7343-230/190 Edelrid 7343-280/230190 Edelrid 7343-420/280 Edelrid 7343-420/280<br />

*<br />

Pending or estimated at time of printing, see www.flyozone.com for up-to-date specs and info.<br />

† In-Flight Weight Range includes the pilot, harness, accessories, and wing.<br />

‡ Ultralite weights may vary up to 50gm per size due to slight variations in the manufacturing of the fabric used.<br />

Custom Colours<br />

Custom colours are available for a fee, check out the custom<br />

color designer on our website for each wing, and ask your local<br />

<strong>Ozone</strong> Dealer about special glider orders.<br />

XS<br />

51<br />

19<br />

22<br />

8.86<br />

11<br />

4.12<br />

5.5<br />

2.54<br />

5.2*<br />

55-75<br />

XS<br />

58<br />

18.9<br />

21.9<br />

9.12<br />

11.33<br />

4.4<br />

5.85<br />

2.44<br />

4.11*<br />

55-70<br />

S<br />

58<br />

20.7<br />

24<br />

9.54<br />

11.86<br />

4.4<br />

5.85<br />

2.55<br />

4.31*<br />

65-85<br />

M L<br />

58 58<br />

22.4 24.4<br />

26 28.3<br />

9.93 10.35<br />

12.33 12.86<br />

4.4 4.4<br />

5.85 5.85<br />

2.66 2.77<br />

4.51 4.71*<br />

80-100 95-115<br />

see www.flyozone.com for details<br />

S<br />

63<br />

19.7<br />

23.1<br />

9.67<br />

12.26<br />

4.76<br />

6.5<br />

2.38<br />

4.57*<br />

65-85<br />

MS<br />

63<br />

20.9<br />

24.6<br />

9.98<br />

12.65<br />

4.76<br />

6.5<br />

2.46<br />

4.77<br />

80-95<br />

ML<br />

63<br />

21.8<br />

25.6<br />

10.18<br />

12.9<br />

4.76<br />

6.5<br />

2.51<br />

L<br />

63<br />

23.9<br />

28.1<br />

10.67<br />

13.52<br />

4.76<br />

6.5<br />

2.63<br />

S<br />

82<br />

18.6<br />

22<br />

10.1<br />

12.9<br />

5.5<br />

7.55<br />

2.14<br />

M<br />

82<br />

20.1<br />

23.7<br />

10.5<br />

13.4<br />

5.5<br />

7.55<br />

2.22<br />

L<br />

82<br />

21.7<br />

25.7<br />

10.9<br />

13.9<br />

5.5<br />

7.55<br />

2.31<br />

19<br />

35<br />

17<br />

19<br />

7.8<br />

9.3<br />

3.6<br />

4.5<br />

2.55<br />

21<br />

35<br />

18.7<br />

21<br />

8.2<br />

9.6<br />

3.6<br />

4.5<br />

2.67<br />

23<br />

35<br />

20.2<br />

22.9<br />

8.4<br />

10.2<br />

3.5<br />

4.5<br />

2.79<br />

25<br />

35<br />

22<br />

25<br />

8.7<br />

10.7<br />

3.5<br />

4.5<br />

2.92<br />

16<br />

41<br />

13.9<br />

16.0<br />

7.4<br />

9.3<br />

4.0<br />

5.4<br />

2.2<br />

4.87* 5.07* 5.7* 5.9 6.1* 2.145 ‡ 2.33 ‡ 2.495 ‡ 2.7 ‡ 1.20<br />

90-105 100-120 90-105 100-115 110-115 55-90 55-90 55-90 65-110 65-95<br />

19<br />

41<br />

16.4<br />

18.9<br />

8.1<br />

10.1<br />

4.0<br />

5.4<br />

2.4<br />

1.37<br />

85-115<br />

38 41<br />

52 52<br />

32.3 34.9<br />

38 41<br />

11.12 11.55<br />

14.12 14.67<br />

3.82 3.82<br />

5.25 5.25<br />

3.4 3.5<br />

8 8.37<br />

110-185 130-220<br />

38 41<br />

52 52<br />

32.3 34.9<br />

38 41<br />

11.12 11.55<br />

14.12 14.67<br />

3.82 3.82<br />

5.25 5.25<br />

3.4 3.5<br />

6.95 7.31<br />

110-185 130-220<br />

8.5<br />

17<br />

6.5<br />

7.9<br />

4.4<br />

5<br />

2.6<br />

3.14<br />

-<br />

-<br />

N/A<br />

10<br />

17<br />

8.7<br />

9.8<br />

4.7<br />

5.5<br />

2.6<br />

3.14<br />

-<br />

2.2<br />

N/A<br />

12<br />

17<br />

10.5<br />

11.8<br />

5.1<br />

6<br />

2.6<br />

3.14<br />

-<br />

2.5<br />

N/A<br />

14<br />

17<br />

12.3<br />

13.7<br />

5.5<br />

6.5<br />

2.6<br />

3.14<br />

-<br />

2.8<br />

N/A<br />

Custom Logos<br />

Our factory also sews custom high-quality logo work for all of our wings, visit the Infozone on our website for more info.<br />

22 25<br />

44 44<br />

18.4 20.7<br />

21.6 24.2<br />

8.3 8.8<br />

10.6 11.2<br />

3.8 3.8<br />

5.2 5.2<br />

2.54 2.69<br />

* *<br />

55-90 65-105<br />

17<br />

50<br />

14.5<br />

17<br />

7.7<br />

9.7<br />

4.1<br />

5.6<br />

2.18<br />

*<br />

18.5<br />

50<br />

15.8<br />

18.5<br />

8.1<br />

10.1<br />

4.1<br />

5.6<br />

2.27<br />

*<br />

20<br />

50<br />

17.1<br />

20<br />

8.4<br />

10.6<br />

4.1<br />

5.6<br />

2.36<br />

*<br />

70-90 80-100 90-110<br />

Load Load<br />

Test Test<br />

OzTech 30gm2<br />

OzTech 30gm2<br />

OzTech 30D<br />

Sheathed Aramid<br />

by Edelrid<br />

Sheathed Aramid<br />

by Edelrid<br />

Sheathed Aramid<br />

by Edelrid<br />

16<br />

18<br />

14.3<br />

16<br />

6.3<br />

7.3<br />

2.78<br />

3.4<br />

2.62<br />

3.4<br />

N/A<br />

Load<br />

Test<br />

16<br />

24<br />

14.2<br />

-<br />

6.4<br />

7.6<br />

3<br />

3.7<br />

2.5<br />

3.3<br />

N/A<br />

Load<br />

Test<br />

14<br />

20<br />

12.4<br />

14<br />

5.9<br />

6.9<br />

2.8<br />

3.49<br />

2.3<br />

2.8<br />

ALL<br />

-<br />

OzTech 30gm2 OzTech 30gm2<br />

OzTech 30gm2 OzTech 30gm2<br />

OzTex 40D<br />

OzTex 40D<br />

OzTech 30D<br />

Cousin<br />

OzTech 30D OzTex 70D<br />

Water Tolerant<br />

Dyneema<br />

Sheathed Aramid<br />

by Edelrid Liros DSL 70<br />

Cousin<br />

Water Tolerant<br />

Dyneema<br />

Sheathed Aramid<br />

by Edelrid Liros DSL 70<br />

Cousin<br />

Water Tolerant Sheathed Aramid<br />

Edelrid 340/200<br />

by Edelrid<br />

Dyneema<br />

CHARTS<br />

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