1. New Ozone V5 Control System range is out
  2. Take to the Skies with the All-New 2023 Cabrinha Kite Lineup
  3. F-ONE | "Sultans of Wind" - Full movie
  4. I was lucky to Kite Surf this rare spot on Maui! - Kai Lenny
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Congratulations Jamie - Saluting our big sender

 
Jamie KOTA
 
CONGRATULATIONS TO BIG AIR TEAM RIDER
JAMIE OVERBEEK 

After a stunning series of big air competitions across an eight month period, 17-year-old Jamie Overbeek finished off the Qatar Airways GKA Big Air World Championships as one of only four riders to compete in two disciplines in Tarifa. We salute his huge performances at recent twin-tip and hydrofoil big air events! 
Jamie KOTA

 

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Ozone Flux V1

FLUX V1 - DON'T GET LEFT BEHIND 

We knew it was time to throw everything into developing a wing to deliver the type of true high-performance that matters to most wingers; speed and control, because every aspect of a rider's performance stems from there.
 

Whether charging super high into wind on the smaller sizes, or holding more wind than you could imagine on the bigger sizes, every Flux model will help you ride faster and in more control.
FLUX V1 SIZES:
2.4m 3.0m 3.6m 4.3m 5.0m 5.7m 6.5m

- Super fast and fun with crazy upwind performance
- High-aspect ratio design with swept leading edge
- Tight canopy structure for long lasting performance
- Incredible top end control
- Reduced drag for effortless manoeuvres
- Ergonomic carbon fibre handles 

After almost 80 prototypes, the Flux flies faster than any wing we've ever made. Not only does it create more immediate power, but the Flux's precisely tightened canopy structure and increased panel count can now hold and manage far more wind.

GREATER & LONGER LASTING PERFORMANCE

Say goodbye to baggy canopy cloth and hello to more performance from a longer lasting shape. Using a lighweight, performance Dacron material that is rigid and strong has allowed our designers to pre-load the leading edge and shape it to experience drastically less deformation under load.

Combined with optimised sail shaping and horizontal panels for a tighter canopy, the Flux delivers huge aerodynamic performance gains.
 

JOHNNY HEINEKEN, DOUBLE KITE RACING WORLD CHAMPION &
PACIFIC WINGFOIL CHAMPION 2023:

“The Flux is better for all types of riding that I do. The stability and rigidity of the sail shape along with reduced drag provide obvious performance benefits when riding with power from the wing, but the improvement is just as noticeable during transitions and when flagged out wave riding.”
 

DOM ZIMMERMANN, CO-DESIGNER:

“We over tension the leading edge. When we then put the sail on it transfers the tension from the pre-loaded leading edge into the sail, making it tight and clean. When we finally cracked that, it was one of the major breakthroughs because you can, of course, have too much tension and you’ll experience deformations.”
 

TORRIN BRIGHT - PRODUCT MANAGER AND TEST RIDER 

“When a wing luffs too much overhead it can push down and severely impact your technique. The draft is so clean on the Flux and we knew we were closing in on the goal of making a wing that feels as tight and nice as possible during all manoeuvres.”

For a super high performance model like the Flux, it's not only the materials themselves, but the intricate positioning and then handmade craftsmanship by the expert team of sewers in our very own factory that are key to the Flux's superior aerodynamic handling.

While much of the design journey through the 80+ prototypes was about finding the magic point at which all these elements work in harmony, there are five features that really supercharge the handling in the Flux...
SEE THE FULL FLUX BREAKDOWN

1. PRE-LOADED
LEADING EDGE
 

Say goodbye to baggy canopy cloth and hello to more performance and a longer lasting shape.

 

2. CARBON FIBRE HANDLES WITH EVA GRIP
 

Ergonomically angled front and back carbon fibre handles with EVA grip provide maximum control and comfort with incredible feel and response.

 


 

3. 20% LIGHTER AND STIFFER PERFORMANCE DACRON
 

The 125g performance Dacron of the leading edge is also used in the strut and further accentuates the superb rigidity in the frame. In combination with the new rigid handles the connection levels feel like you’re part of the wind!

 

 

5. FORCE FIELD PERIMETER = PRIME PERFORMANCE FOR LONGER

Positioned specifically where canopy loads are greatest, a new, stronger canopy material on the leading and trailing edges provides a force field shield around the central mainsail section.

4. MULTIPLIED SEAM STRENGTH AND CLEANER AERODYNAMICS

The leading edge features a high cell count which creates a more perfectly curved shape, resulting in a purer aerofoil.

 
 
SEE THE FULL FLUX BREAKDOWN
 
 

Find out more in the video above: Parapex is Ozone's exclusive factory, where all the foil kites, tube kites, wings, twin-tips, hydrofoils, paragliders, paramotor wings and accessories are made, as well as the ever impressive wingsuits designed by Squirrel. Press play and Join Ruben Lenten on a factory tour.
 
 
 

 

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Inside Ozone's Factory

VIDEO: INSIDE THE OZONE FACTORY!

Join Ruben Lenten on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Ozone's own factory in Vietnam.

Parapex is Ozone's exclusive factory, where all of the foil kites, tube kites, wings, twin-tips, hydrofoils, foil boards, paragliders, paramotor wings, speed wings and accessories are made, as well as the ever impressive wingsuits designed by Squirrel.

The gear that's rolled out of Parapex since 2000 has helped pilots and riders set records, win world titles, reach new heights, venture further into the unknown and allows all of us to enjoy truly sensational experiences in nature.
Find out about the scale of the operation, the evolution, processes, working conditions, tech, custom designs and artistry that goes into every product!  
"I've never seen so much material, man. I never knew this goes into making a paraglider or foil kite!" 
Premiering now: 16:00GMT / 18:00CET / 12:00EST 
WATCH NOW!

 

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Slingshot Code V1

FROM BEGINNER TO BEAST

 
This week we're sharing video stories from our athletes on why the Code has become their favorite and what sets its performance apart from the rest. Embodying the Code’s “for all riders of all abilities all the time” we got in touch with a diverse group of our athletes. From Reed Brady deploying the Code at his kiteboarding school in Oregon to Kimo Verkerk using the Code for big-air competitions to Fred Hope flying the Code outside of his foil world, each rider details why the Code is our best all-around kite and their go-to for all things kiteboarding. 
 
WATCH THE VIDEOS 
 
 
 
CODE KITE

CODE V1

PROGRESSION / EVOLUTION / PERFORMANCE
 

The Code is built on a three-strut platform. It has an amazing range, and great sheet-and-go performance while still maintaining an incredible bar feel. The responsive wingtip design creates effortless water relaunch for all riders.  

Sizes: 4M - 14M

 

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The new F-One BREEZE V4 is out!

 
 
 
The new BREEZE remains the most user-friendly one-strut kite on the marketwith astounding light wind abilities matched with a complete ease of use and effortless control. This fourth version benefits from F-ONE’s extensive Sail Engineering work, using new fabrics and staggered seams for incredible performances and durability.
 
 
 
Watch video here

 

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Dream Green

 

DREAM GREEN

We normally aren’t judgmental here at Slingshot Sports, but if you’re a kiter and you like winter, then you’re a weirdo. Sorry, but not sorry—winter is a purgatorial drag. That’s a fact. Fred Hope’s solution? DREAM GREEN with our limited-edition green UFO!
 
 
WATCH THE VIDEO
 

If you want to escape the winter blues, then our green UFO is here to rescue you, too! But you gotta get your limited-edition green UFO now because once they are gone, they are gone.
Green UFO
 
LAND YOURS NOW

 

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The King is back

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Carlos Mario Winner Colombia GKA Freestyle
 

The King Is Back
 
Bebe Winning Jump

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to Carlos Mario Bebe, a long-time member of our Slingshot kite team, for taking first place in the GKA Freestyle Event in Salina Del Rey, Colombia! Bebe put on an incredible performance, showcasing his world-class skills and demonstrating why he is one of the best freestyle kiteboarders on the planet. 

Thank you, Bebe, for being an inspiration to us all! Your win is not only a testament to your dedication, talent, and hard work, but also to the quality and performance of our Slingshot kiteboarding equipment. 
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GKA Freestyle Columbia
 
 
 

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The Bullit V.2 is out

Hit the bullseye with the BULLIT V.2.
 
 
Adrenaline junkies, this kite will give you the fix you need. Now with five struts, the BULLIT V.2 is the weapon you want to take you up off natural kickers and commit to huge overpowered airs in full confidence.
 
 
 
Watch video here
 
Using F-ONE’s Sail Engineering, the kite’s entire profile has been smoothed out for sharper performances. The BULLIT V.2 is highly responsive with a super precise bar feel, and brings thrilling sensations, maximum confidence, and impressive stability in overpowered conditions.
 
 
 
• 5 struts for top-end control
• Smooth profile and controlled deformation for incredible flying abilities
• Offers maximum confidence for committed loops
• Ultra-fast turning and fantastic lift for soft landings
• Direct steering response and super precise bar feel
 
STAGGERED SEAMS


The team has worked on leveling the entire profile with the new innovative Staggered Seams on the trailing edge.

These break the kite’s back lines tension by balancing the stiffness between seams and cloth, which helps distribute the load over a wider area, and maintain the original shape even under high loads. We kept the fabric’s orientation towards tension as well.
SLEEKER STRUTS’ REINFORCEMENTS

The struts' reinforcements are now super sleek as well thanks to the Kevlar strip on the top. This improves the kite’s steering and maneuverability, reduces the aerodynamic disturbances, and decreases the overall weight of the kite once wet.
FIVE STRUTS


The BULLIT V.2 now has five struts, leading to an impressive stability and power handling. We also increased the kite’s aspect ratio to obtain more span and less width for a better control of the profile. The control of deformations is total, especially when overpowered.
NEW FABRICS WEIGHTS ON THE TRAILING EDGE


On the back of the profile, we have reduced the overtensions thanks to the Staggered Seams, where we used our new TECHNOFORCE 66g. It is stronger and more resistant on elongation to offer a better control for higher winds.
Learn More Here

Thanks to our perfectly fine-tuned Sail Engineering, including the staggered seams and new fabrics weight, the new BULLIT V.2 offers impressive efficiency, stability, and performances.

The BULLIT V.2 will provide the confidence you need for the most committed loops. It rotates lower in the window and pulls you horizontally, bringing thrilling sensations. It turns and rises incredibly fast to catch you again in time and to provide a soft landing.

The ultra-precise and fairly firm bar feel, without being too heavy or hard, is reassuring during all your maneuvers. The kite reacts quickly and without downtime thanks to the direct and constant steering response, and you feel confident and ready to load your kite to take off.

Commitment is the BULLIT V.2’s key word. It is simply the perfect kite that will make you send it with sizes adapted to all sorts of loops and huge airs.
Watch the Explained video here

Stay tuned for more.

 

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