Hello,

I am looking for a beginner kitesurf set ( i have had lessons and IKO certificate) and have an offer for a ozone catalyst V3 12m? and 8m?.

I don't find much reviews of these kites (because they are new?). There are reviews and reports of users of the catalyst V2 kites on the internet. As the V3 is a one-strut kite, is it a whole new kite compared to the v2?

Is it a good quiver? Not to big gap between the kites? Kiteshop says that with these kites it should be ok.
I weigh around 78 kg (dry :)).

Any input is welcome.

Kind regards and good winds.

I agree with Gateman's advice.

Here is an article that can help you with kite sizing: www.kitebud.com.au/how-to-choose-a-kite-size/

A 9m + 12m combo at your weight would cover you from approximately 15 knots up to 25 knots. Once your technique improves, you can then go out in slightly lighter winds than 15 knots with your 12m and slightly stronger winds than 25 knots on your 9m. If you want to cover the 25-35 knots range, you will eventually need a 7m kite as well. Same goes for covering the 10-15 knots range, ideally you'd want a 15m or 17m kite for that.

Board size is also an important factor. A longer and wider board to start with helps a lot, especially in lighter winds. As you gain experience/skill your board size will go down.

hope this helps

Christian - KiteBud

flyingvet said..
Hello,

I am looking for a beginner kitesurf set ( i have had lessons and IKO certificate) and have an offer for a ozone catalyst V3 12m? and 8m?.

I don't find much reviews of these kites (because they are new?). There are reviews and reports of users of the catalyst V2 kites on the internet. As the V3 is a one-strut kite, is it a whole new kite compared to the v2?

Is it a good quiver? Not to big gap between the kites? Kiteshop says that with these kites it should be ok.
I weigh around 78 kg (dry :)).

Any input is welcome.

Kind regards and good winds.

Look for reviews of the Ozone Alpha V1, because the Cat V3 is the same kite.
Gap is too large for a beginner.

Ok, this is the setup i have in mind:

12 m? Catalyst
9 m? Reo of Enduro

Grz

flyingvet said..
Ok, this is the setup i have in mind:

12 m? Catalyst
9 m? Reo of Enduro

Grz

Better quiver sizing, unless you are planning to ride waves only with a surfboard, or foil a lot I'd recommend the V3 or V2 Enduro.