Ozone Catalyst 2015

The most versatile kitesurfing kite money can buy.

Available in 4m - 14m.	4 line control bar.	Super in surf.	Fun for freeride.

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The Catalyst is our goto kitesurfing kite when it comes to all round riding in all the conditions the UK has to offer. Whether you want to ride flat water, waves or average south coast chop the Catalyst delivers. If we could only have 1 set of kites, it would probably be Catalysts! Luckily for us it is a decision we dont have to make.

For 2015 Ozone have tweaked the 2014 kite (look at the new wingtip shape) and upgraded the materials to Teijin Technoforce D2 on the canopy and Teijin Dacron on the Leading Edge and Struts. This will make the kites stronger and more durable!.

What the Ozone designers say

For the 2015 season the Catalyst has been honed to perfection. We have refined the leading edge sweep, recalculated the sail tension and worked on every little detail to further improve the feeling and performance.

The Catalyst is a confidence inspiring kite, allowing you to push your limits easily and safely. It’s a favorite across the world and our top selling model; the true do it all kite because of its versatility. The Catalyst performs equally well in all aspects of the sport, satisfying a wide variety of riders and styles.

For Freeriders the Catalyst continues to please no matter what board you choose to ride on the day. From twintip, surfboard or foil board the Catalysts smooth power delivery, refined predictable handling and excellent de-power allows the rider to relax and enjoy the ride.

The Catalyst is an amazing Freestyle starting block delivering consistent feeling and performance, allowing you to push your limits. Its Open-C design offers a subtle C-kite feel without being too aggressive. These attributes make progress easy from your first unhooked moves, kite loops and right up to advanced unhooked riding.

In the waves the Catalyst is a top performer. Once again the handling, de-power and float opens up a world of opportunity on the wave. For surf freestyle the progressive handling with smooth lift make spinning and airborne tricks easy to learn and land. It’s not as dedicated a wave kite as the Reo, but it delivers solid wave riding performance for beginner to advanced riders.

As an entry level kite the Catalyst is the perfect choice. It is easy to ride and fly and can take you from being new to kiting all the way to advanced riding. The user-friendly flight characteristics, simple re-launch and excellent de-power means progress is quick and safe.

As with all Ozone products, we pride ourselves with top of the line manufacturing in our own factory, using the highest quality materials suited for the job. The new Catalyst is constructed with quality proven Teijin D2 canopy material and Teijin Dacron providing a crisper feel and a stronger kite.

The Contact-Water Control System offers the latest in safety features, a clean control bar design and a simple easy-to-use trimming system.

The Contact-Water Control System bar sizes come in 45cm, 50cm and 55cm.

The larger size PU chicken loop (sold separately) is perfect for riders with longer arms or for riders wanting even easier hooking in & out.

Performance Features

• Versatile Open-C design
• User-friendly flight characteristics
• Predictable handling and excellent de-power range
• Simple re-launch
• 4-line pulley-less system (no pulleys, no problems)
• Comparable feeling throughout the size range
• One-Pump system for quick and easy setup
• High volume inflate/deflate valve
• Multiple trimming options for customized handling and bar pressure
• Color coded and numbered fool proof line connectors

Construction Features

• Exceptional hand checked Ozone factory construction using the highest quality materials
• Teijin Techno Force D2 sail material
• Teijin Dacron for the LE & Struts
• Internal reinforcements for improved durability
• Double stitched bonded seams
• Dacron reinforced tip area for load distribution
• Reinforced leading edge and struts in high stress areas
• Reinforced trailing edge
• Light weight & low profile aerodynamic leading edge scuff pads
• Unique bladder construction with double layer section in wear areas
• Ozone warranty and back-up service guaranteed

Catalyst Control System

The Contact-Water Control System offers the latest in safety features, a clean control bar design and a simple easy-to-use trimming system.

Push Away Quick Release – The control system features a new Megatron pushaway quick release safety with total flag out of the kite. The release handle is ergonomic with positive release forces (under 8kg) allowing for quick and easy release. Simple re-assembly saves time and gets you back up and riding faster.

Two Safety Modes – The Megatron offers riders a choice of two safety modes, the recommended standard safety or the optional Suicide safety. • The standard Flag out safety offers 100% flag out in all situations by releasing the Megatron or letting go of the bar when un-hooked • The Suicide option offers 100% flag out only when the Megatron is released whilst hooked in, allowing riders practicing handle passes to let go of the bar with out flagging the kites safety (not recommended)

Anti-twist 100% Flag Out Line – The flag out line running through the Megatron & safety leash attachment at the bottom keeps the leash tangle free when doing rotations and manually unwinding the centre lines using the Spinning Handle.

Low Friction Centre Piece – The control bar features a low friction aluminum centre piece designed to reduce trim line wear.

Auto Positioning Chicken Loop – Designed in conjunction with the bar centre piece, the Megatron spinning handle allows chicken loop auto positioning, offering easy unhooked riding and hooking back in.

Magnetic trim handle system – The Magnetic trim handle connects to a magnetic neoprene sock covering the clam cleat to reduce tangles when the trimmer is depowered.

PU Covered trim line & cast stainless steel de-power ring – The tough PU covered trim significantly reduces wear when sheeting in and out, whilst the smooth running de-power ring also prevents trim line wear. The Contact-Water Control System bar sizes come in 45cm, 50cm and 55cm. The larger size PU chicken loop (sold separately) is perfect for riders with longer arms or for riders wanting even easier hooking in & out.

The Ozone Catalyst bar ships in 3 sizes.

45cm is for the 4m, 6m and 7m. 
50cm is for the 8m, 9m, 10m and 12m.
54cm is only used on the 14m.

Catalyst Package Contents

Kite Only - Kite, Bag, Repair pack

Complete - Kite, Bag, Repair pack, control system including 25m flying lines, pump, short safety leash

Catalyst Quiver Suggestions

For the average rider we would suggest a 3 kite quiver of 7/9/12. Lighter riders can go 6/8/10 and heavier riders go 8/10/14. Larger gaps between sizes improve wind range at the cost of having the perfect kite for the conditions. For a 2 kite quiver We would be looking at 8/12 or 7/10.