Ozone Mach1 kite

RACE TO THE SKIES

Go much bigger and faster in less wind. This is THE gateway for advanced freeriders to enjoy even more epic sessions while rediscovering the awesome sensation of kite power that got them hooked in the beginning.

We’ve taken the most powerful elements of race kite design and re-tuned them to suit a wider range of riders, delivering rocket-fuelled big air twin-tip performance and fluid, high-speed riding on a hydrofoil.

Developed from the R1 V4 and Chrono DNA, the Mach 1 sets a new benchmark for freeride performance possibilities, especially in lighter winds.

WHY HAS THE MACH 1 REPLACED THE CHRONO IN OUR RANGE?

Given that our latest high-performance hydrofoil race kite, the R1 V5, is now highly specialised for hydrofoil racing with a two-line setup, minimal overhead lift and is built with ultra-lightweight materials, we saw an opportunity to merge race kite performance with freeride durability. We wanted to create a robust machine that excels in big air while maintaining the efficiency that tube kites can’t match.

When the R1 V4 was still current, many advanced twin-tip riders were choosing its high-aspect design for big air and hangtime.

Recognising the demand for a freeride foil kite with race-like performance, we took the DNA of the R1 V3 and V4 models and re-tuned things — removing race-specific constraints while reinforcing durability and enhancing big air capability.

PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING

• Big Air Capabilities: Experience real high performance without the complexity of a full race kite. The Mach 1 naturally boosts higher with minimal input, with significantly increased hangtime compared to tube kites.
• Foiling Adaptability : Functions seamlessly across different hydrofoil sizes. Shorter lines (17m) provide more direct handling, while longer lines (using the 4m extensions, making a line length of 21m) offer extra power.
• Responsive yet Stable: Turns with more power due to the higher aspect ratio, making it ideal for controlled boosts and high-speed runs.
• Great Depower: The Mach 1’s efficient rotation benefits its ability to depower through a wide range of angle-of-attack changes.
• User Experience: Easy transition for experienced tube kite riders as the feeling is intuitive and tuned to be more similar.

FEATURES

• Higher-Aspect-Ratio: Improved efficiency, greater hangtime and increased performance in light winds.
• Refined Bridle System: Reduced bridle attachment points for easier setup while maintaining stability and control.
• Durable Material Selection: Harder-wearing canopy and thicker bridle materials reduce tangles and increase longevity while maintaining lightweight performance.
• Smooth and Progressive Power Delivery: Linear power output makes for more controlled and predictable handling.
• Optimized for Different Line Lengths: Works exceptionally well with the advised 17 or 21m line lengths, adapting to riding style and conditions.
• New Valve System: Improved air intake for faster inflation, and more internal pressure for better water and land relaunch.
• Brake Line Adjustments: Three settings for optimizing control depending on twin-tip, all-round or hyrdofoil riding.
• Closed Cell Construction: Ensures stability and better relaunch in varied conditions.

 
SIZE DETAILS

15 - 18m: Very powerful light wind kites, still capable of a great big air experience.

11 - 13m: Offering more manoeuvrability and playfulness. Superb big air in lightwinds, huge hangtimes and extremely wide wind range.

7 - 9m: These sizes are more based on the Chrono lower aspect design, compared to the bigger Mach 1 sizes, which have the higher-aspect R1 V4 shape. Being smaller, the 7 and 9m are for use in stronger winds and have a crazy ability to manage power. They also offer more manoeuvrability for freeride hydrofoiling. So these retain the Chrono’s smaller size, superb ease- of-use and kite looping ability.

FLYING LINE LENGTHS
We recommend flying the Mach 1 with 17m or 21m lines depending on conditions, discipline and rider preferences.

Choose to ride with 21m lines as an easy standard length for your first rides, in lighter winds or on larger kite sizes for all round riding.

When using 17m lines the Mach 1’s handling becomes more dynamic, responsive and direct well suited to hydrofoiling. Shorter lines also increase jumping performance as you’ll feel an increased connection to the kite, while in stronger winds the upwind ability will also be enhanced.

SIZES: 7 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 18 m