Description
Ozone Kona 3: The Ultimate Versatile Cross-Over Wing
The Ozone Kona 3 is designed for the modern pilot who refuses to be limited to just one discipline. Whether you are soaring a coastal ridge without a motor or embarking on a long-distance powered XC mission, the Kona 3 delivers a seamless experience. Built on the pedigree of the acclaimed Buzz Z7, it offers a sophisticated, high-performance profile that remains incredibly easy to fly and manage, making it the perfect one-wing solution for the versatile adventurer.
Buzz Z7 DNA & SharkNose Stability
At the heart of the Kona 3 is Ozone’s patented SharkNose technology, providing constant internal pressure across a massive range of angles of attack. This results in a wing that is remarkably resistant to collapses and highly efficient in all flight regimes. With a flat aspect ratio of 5.15 and an optimized 48-cell internal structure, the Kona 3 balances agility with rock-solid stability, ensuring the wing feels "locked-in" whether you are under power or working thermals in active air.
Dedicated Hybrid Risers with TST
To excel in both disciplines, the Kona 3 features specialized PPG Risers. These include a smooth, high-quality trim system for comfortable high-speed cruising and a foot-operated accelerator for reaching top velocities. Additionally, the integrated Tip Steering System (TST) allows for precise directional control during accelerated flight without deforming the main profile, keeping your glides efficient and your turns surgical.
Impeccable Launching & Linear Handling
Launching is often the most critical part of a flight, and the Kona 3 has been tuned for impeccable ground handling. It inflates smoothly and rises evenly without overshooting in high winds, while in nil-wind conditions, the lightweight internal structure prevents it from hanging back. Once in the air, the handling is intuitive and progressive, offering a "sporty" feel with coordinated roll and yaw that makes carving turns or working thermals a pure joy.
Key Features
- Versatile Cross-Over: Perfectly balanced for both paragliding (EN-B) and paramotoring (DGAC) applications.
- SharkNose Profile: Ensures superior stability and a massive usable speed range.
- Advanced Internal Structure: 48 cells and 3D panel shaping for a clean, efficient sail.
- Integrated TST: Mini-toggles for precise tip steering during high-speed cruising.
- Easy Launch Characteristics: Effortless inflation even in difficult nil-wind conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Size | 22 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPG (DGAC) Weight (kg) | 60-100 | 70-115 | 80-130 | 90-145 | 100-160 | 115-180 |
| Glider Weight (kg) | 4.81 | 5.07 | 5.33 | 5.56 | 5.93 | 6.22 |
| Flat Area (m²) | 22.1 | 24.1 | 25.7 | 27.3 | 29.0 | 31.2 |
| Flat Aspect Ratio | 5.15 | |||||
| Certification | DGAC / EN-B (Trims Closed) | |||||
Materials: Top: Dominico 30D, Bottom: Dominico N20D, Ribs: Porcher 9017 E29 Hard, Lines: Edelrid 8001 / 6843 series.