Hey PKF, we just got in our shipment of Ozone Method's and they are awesome! We're gonna head out to the lake bed this weekend (weather permitting)
and put some of them to the test! We're super stoked to give these new bad boys a try.
If anyone can make it out to Ivanpah this weekend let me know and you can take a spin on them with us. We'll have tons of demo kites available for
everyone to try out as well as plenty for sale.BeamerBob - 23-11-2010 at 08:51 PM
Where do these kites fit into the scheme of things? Lift, stability, speed, that sort of stuff we all care about.
EDIT: Found it. Sounds like it can go up against the Reactor II but it looks lower AR than the RII. It would be fun to put them up against one
another. I sure wish I could come spend a few days this weekend sorting it out with you!windzup - 23-11-2010 at 09:07 PM
In the Ozone scheme of things, the Method fits in between the Flow and the Yakuza GT race kite.
It is higher aspect and has more cells than its similar sized Flows, but it maintains similar stability to its little brother the Flow. It is no
where near the performance of a Yakuza style kite, but it does offer more speed and power/punch than the Flow.
If you have ever flown an Ozone, you are aware of the inherent auto-stable profile every kite has built into it. Its part of Ozones philosophy to
build safe wings. In paraglider terms, Ozone wanted every wing to always 'want to fly' to naturally keep pilots safe.
You'll find the Method is one of the most current designs, bringing the latest paragliding tech into the power kite world. Stability is paramount,
and performance comes hand in hand now.
Cool videos with Techy info on the new Ozone technology. They set out to design the most high performance wing ever, with a design brief that it had
to be stable on a single line. The result has been the highest performance paraglider in the world and has helped Ozone to become the largest Para
manufacturer in the world the past 2 years.
This technology has helped create a new world of wings, and has inspired the 2011 Frenzy, the Method, and the 2010/2011 Inflatable kite range like the
all-powerful Zephyr.
U can buy HO Zone direct now?rocfighter - 24-11-2010 at 04:17 AM
Not a kite for me:eekdrull:. I want to be in contact with the mother at all times:Ange09:windzup - 24-11-2010 at 09:09 AM
To help provide the best customer service possible, and to allow customers the most direct and quick turn around on products, Ozone International has
encouraged all distributors worldwide to create a Factory Retail Outlet.
In the past there have been retailers that sold products, especially on websites, without ever having the kites in stock. Now, customers have an
additional opportunity, to purchase kites direct from the source. We still support the local retailer, and for the many riders that don't have a
local shop to walk in, this is another option.
Look at this forum as an example of how technology has changed our flow of information. 10 years ago when I started with Ozone I didn't own a
laptop. Today every Ozone kite ordered worldwide is purchased on a very dynamic online order system. From a click on my laptop to a sewing machine
in Nam. Ozone has taken advantage of current technology, and is improving the sales experience down the entire chain. If we make life easier for us,
we want it to be easier for everyone else to. So we are adapting to the modern climate and doing the best we can to provide prompt support and quick
turn around for customers.
BTW- I prefer BLOZONE, it has a better ring to it. :singing:John Holgate - 6-12-2010 at 02:42 PM
Bumpity bump....!
I'm keen to see some more info on these as I'm nearly sold on a 6.5m for my light wind kite.
I have a 4m demo at the moment but when I went to fly it the wind dropped right away to nothing. But for 10 minutes (!) it did fly very smoothly on
the Turbo Bar and definitely gave me the impression it was going to be a moderately high performance kite but much easier to handle than similar kites
- ie: Reactor II/Century 2. Unbelievably thin in the bridle dept - 3 A's & 3 B's on either side plus 4 on each end/trailing edge.
Anyone else had a run with one yet?Maven454 - 6-12-2010 at 02:50 PM
I wish. I want one of the 6.5m, but just don't have the cash at the moment.kteguru - 6-12-2010 at 03:22 PM
Hopefully when Kent gets a chance he can post his comments on the Method. Seems like a nice kite. Will be interesting to see how well it holds up
with only an A and B row. Always good to see companies pushing the limits. Conversely I always worry when I see this...
Method Design & Performance Features >>
* Ozone’s world leading secret paragliding technology
Secret technology? ..............Uhhhhh,,,,,whenever I hear that stuff someone tries to sell you the "secret" car wax that will make your old junker
look like a brand new Ferrari. Do kite companies really get feedback that those lines sell more kites? Good greif. Ozone makes nice kites but
they could do without the marketing BS.
Sorry for the tangent. Maybe one will make an appearance at the next Wildwood.Maven454 - 6-12-2010 at 03:28 PM
I certainly expect to own one by next WW, not to mention that they should be sending me some demos for WW. There should be some at Tug Hill if you
want to come snowkiting kteguru.kteguru - 6-12-2010 at 04:18 PM
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Originally posted by Maven454
I certainly expect to own one by next WW, not to mention that they should be sending me some demos for WW. There should be some at Tug Hill if you
want to come snowkiting kteguru.
Tug Hill & Kitestorm See you there:wee:Maven454 - 6-12-2010 at 04:35 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by kteguru
Quote:
Originally posted by Maven454
I certainly expect to own one by next WW, not to mention that they should be sending me some demos for WW. There should be some at Tug Hill if you
want to come snowkiting kteguru.
. Conversely I always worry when I see this...