Ozone Chrono V5

Ozone Chrono V5

The CHRONO changed the course of history when it first launched. Overnight the racing world on water and snow changed tack and moved onto the CHRONO. Since then that racing mantle has been handed over to the R1, but the CHRONO remains as the high performance freeride kite. Whether you are into boosting high in lighter winds, or performance foiling or snowkiting, the CHRONO is the right tool for the job.

What Ozone Say:

Designed for all-round twin-tip and hydrofoil riders looking to push their limits and maximise the available conditions, whether through achieving max speeds or max hang times!

Universal High Performance

• Universal high performance foil kite
• Newly refined sail shaping for better acceleration and smoother handling
• All-round, twin-tip and hydrofoil settings
• New smaller sizes with exciting strong wind performance
• For experienced riders or those with previous foil experience

Continued Evolution

The Chrono V5 isn’t as much of a re-worked design as the V4 model was, but instead is a continued evolution of refined handling. Performance-wise it still sits between the Hyperlink and R1 models in the range.

• Design focus for the V5 was centred upon refined sail shaping that has resulted in rounder loops with better acceleration, generally smoother handling and later stalling.
• New 9 & 7 metre sizes are capable of immense boost and glide, delivering very exciting performance possibilities in stronger winds.
• There’s also a new valve design, allowing for faster inflation and better seal.

While it’s only slightly more demanding than the Hyperlink to fly, the Chrono V5’s performance spectrum edges closer to the remarkable R1 race machine, unlocking your potential for progression.

PERFORMANCE FOIL KITE CREDENTIALS

The Chrono V5 proudly carries forward the rich legacy of its predecessors. Meticulously crafted using cutting-edge design technology, this kite offers both accessible and exceptional performance.

Although the new nine and seven metre sizes are designed to perform in stronger winds, the Chrono V5 is still focused on providing epic sessions for both hydrofoil and twin-tip riders who want to push their performance levels in light to mid-range winds.

TRANSVERSE SAIL SHAPING & AERODYNAMIC GAINS

Introduced on the Chrono V4, our innovative leading edge Transverse Sail Shaping design optimises the vital aerofoil section, resulting in a smoother surface and sweeter aerodynamic performance.

FLUID FLYING, CONSTANT POWER & FEEL

The Chrono V5 is still based on the same planform carried forward from the V4, with a high cell count and relatively few (and shorter) bridle lines. Not only does this reduce drag, it also makes for an easier and simplified set-up compared to other performance-based designs on the market.

Beautifully light weight and with unparalleled stability, the Chrono V5’s immediate response to bar input also makes it easy to find power from even the faintest gusts, helping you to thrive in conditions where available power would otherwise be minimal.

While the newly enhanced, lighter bar sensation means fatigue is no longer a concern, fluid and dynamic movement produces constant power delivery throughout turns for a very connected flying experience.

LIGHTWEIGHT, AIRTIGHT AND ROBUST

Integrating lightweight, airtight and robust double rip-stop fabric on its upper and lower surfaces, the Chrono V5’s water-repellent coating enhances flight characteristics and facilitates water relaunch.

At Ozone durability meets lightness, as always.

Refined leading edge air intakes ensure efficient inflation, an improved seal and optimised positioning for consistent internal air pressure. These enhancements also assist both land and water relaunch capabilities, ensuring seamless recovery.

THE HARDER YOU PUSH, THE MORE IT DELIVERS

When riding a hydrofoil, the Chrono V5 feels like you have your hands on the wheel of a high-performance sports car; the harder you push, the more it delivers. Whether carving sharp angles upwind or streaking off downwind at high speed, the kite offers remarkable acceleration and agility.

Effortless upwind rides are also a given on a twin-tip and, when it comes down to the raw emotions of riding, you’ll find big thrills on flat water by simply sheeting in hard to let rip.

Even when unleashing the kite’s enormous power and speed, the smooth control and agile response provides all the confidence you need to load up your rail and send yourself to the stars.

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WHAT YOU FEEL

• Super smooth handling
• Later stalling = steering response across more of the wind window
• Incredible upwind performance, even in very light winds
• Enormous sheeting power on tap
• Clean, forward drive at pace, perfect for hydrofoiling
• Unbelievable hangtime and floaty jumps
• Rounder loops with better acceleration

WHY YOU FEEL IT

• High cell count maintains shape and reduces turbulent airflow
• Transverse sail shaping ensures clean airfoil section
• Excellent lift-to-drag ratio throughout
• High performance ultra-light materials
• High-aspect-ratio design with internal support straps for an even feel
• Leading edge profile reinforcements maintain flow and prevent deformation
• Finely tuned setting options for different riding styles

BRAKE LINE SETTINGS

Three settings allow you to fine tune kite feedback and bar pressure to your liking. It is quick and easy to change with no extra lines to add or remove.

1: HYDROFOIL:

Decreases bar pressure with a longer lifting period perfect for foiling manoeuvres. The hydrofoil setting is the upper knot on the PB1 line.

2: ALL-ROUND:

The ideal balance in performance and feeling for most riders and conditions. The All-Round setting is the middle knot on the PB1 line (factory setting).

3: TWIN-TIP:

Increases bar pressure and offers a sharper, more direct feeling, perfect for twin-tip riding. If you prefer a heavier and direct feel this could be the setting for you. The twin-tip setting is the lower knot on the PB1 line.

FLYING LINE LENGTHS

Using line lengths of 19m to 23m the handling of the Chrono V5 becomes more responsive and direct, making jumping performance easier as you’ll feel an increased ‘connection’ to the kite. In stronger winds the upwind ability will be enhanced significantly with shorter lines. If you are looking for this feeling we recommend the following line lengths:

7m & 9m – 19m or 21m lines

11m & 13m – 21m lines

15m & 18m – 23m lines

For hydrofoiling shorter lines (10m to 20m) are preferred by a wide range of users for dynamic handling and response.

Features

Ozone factory construction - Exceptional hand checked Ozone factory construction using the highest quality materials.

Designed with OZ-CAD - The FUTURE is NOW - All Ozone kites are designed and developed using our own highly advanced custom built CAD software. Our designers are able to work with parameters specifically formulated to calculate unique aspects required in technical Inflatable and Foil kites. Part of our design team is dedicated to the upgrade of the CAD code and addition of new modules and features to the program as the development of our kites continues.

Ultra light materials – All new improved Ultra Light material combination: durable, airtight, lightweight double rip-stop, with unique coatings to help shed water. Using Ultra Light materials translates to true performance increases - the kite inflates quicker, flies faster and is more reactive even in the lightest breeze.

Transversal shaping - The Leading Edge now features Transversal Shaping creating a cleaner surface on the most important area of the aerofoil. The result is less turbulent airflow and longer skin adhesion, which positively effects the lift to drag ratio increasing overall performance.

High cell count - A high number of cells controls ballooning between the ribs, holding the wing shape and designed surfaces smoother and more accurately. This reduces turbulent airflow, providing more efficiency, speed and de-power for increased overall performance.

Optimised leading edge air intakes - The Leading Edge air intakes have been refined for faster progressive inflation, improved seal and optimised positioning to maintain internal air pressure. This enhances land and water re-launch capabilities.

Performance double surface – The Chrono V2 lightweight double surface design is combined with a mid-high aspect ratio and 46 cells. The high number of cells means the ribs are positioned closer together, creating ultra smooth surfaces with reduced drag and maintaining a clean profile, resulting in superior flight efficiency.

L.E profile reinforcements – The Leading Edge is reinforced with flexible lightweight plastic battens to maintain the shape of the profile during angle of attack changes and turbulent airflow.

Internal diagonals and straps - Internal span-wise straps work in unison with optimized diagonal ribs, distributing load from the bridles evenly and effectively. This increases the internal structural balance, while allowing the top and bottom surfaces to maintain the designed profile without being distorted from indirect tension or loads.

Sheathed bridle lines – Requiring less maintenance and less likely to tangle. The bridles are well proven; they are the same specification that we use on our Snowkite range. The lines are thicker and stiffer compared to the R1’s high performance Kevlar line, and the sheath makes them less prone to damage.

Double pulley speed system - Using high spec low friction Ronstan Orbit pulleys to reduce wear and rider fatigue while improve feeling and performance of the kite.

Water drainage channels – An internal channel is shaped into the end of each cell along the trailing edge. This allows loose sand or water to run between the cells and out of the tips during flight. The Velcro sealed cells at the tips can be opened for cleaning the kite. Always clean your kite by emptying any water, sand or dirt as this will prolong the life of the kite and help it fly as designed.

Waterproof deflation zipper - Intelligently positioned for easy deflation and pack down.

Tuned bridle geometry - We work extensively during our R&D process to develop the size range to feel in tune with each other. Every kite has a unique bridle layout, individually tested and fine-tuned to maximize the feeling and performance.

Wind Range

Package Contents

Kite Only - Kite, Bag, Repair pack