Ozone Catalyst 2012 Kite Review
Kite Features
The Catalyst is Ozone’s all round solution for all riders out there. It doesn’t matter if they are beginners, intermediate or advanced ones, because this kite will surely put a smile on their face. Kite World Magazine reviewed the 2012 Catalyst and said: “From the build quality, fixtures, fittings and wonderful bar, to the super clean, balanced canopy to the feeling of having a refined BMW on the end of your lines.”
The Catalyst is set to accelerate your kiting abilities, whether you are an entry level rider through to the seasoned wave or free rider. It offers a combination of smooth power delivery and accurate control that will amaze you. When Ozone designed the Catalyst, it wanted to create a machine that will suit all conditions. And it has succeeded. The 2012 Catalyst is one of the safest and most reliable kites today. It offers stunning freeride and wave performance for any rider, regardless of skill level.
It can help riders discover the secrets of kiteboarding and then progress with ease and perform awesome tricks. The 2012 Catalyst features a new strut design which creates more flexible and lighter sail to assure increased aerodynamic performance. It is operated through a 4 Line Pulley Less Bridle which assures easy handling and hassle free control. This system also provides a direct and precise control.
The smooth power delivery and easy boost abilities make the Catalyst a perfect kite for a relaxing or fast paced freeride session. At the same time, the smooth, but quick turning, great depower and point and ride abilities make it perfect for wave riding. The Ozone Catalyst comes as a complete package, with bar, kite leash, bag, pump, repair kit and manual.
Control Bar
The Contact system is easy to use, comfortable and allows the rider to steer and maneuver the kite without any effort. Besides kitesurfing it can be very well used for snowkiting.
Main features:
• Clam cleat with 1:1 depower
• Bar components can be easily replaced
• Lightly sanded EVA grip and ergonomic finger grip bumps
• Larger foam floats
• Wider alloy central hole
• Wear resistant PU trim line
• Below bar safety system
• Stopper ball
• Megatron quick release chicken loop
Wind Range
4m: 22-40 knots
6m: 16-35 knots
8m: 16-33 knots
10m: 11-27 knots
12m: 11-25 knots
14m: 7-21 knots
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