RUSH 4
The new Ozone Rush 4! Having Now had some time flying this little beauty, We at Axis think the Ozone Rush 4 is an intoxicating mix of high stability whilst retaining feedback and pilot information, with glide so similar to the delta 2, especially on the bar which can be used to its max. This Glider in our opinion gives aspiring high end "B" pilots a glider that will extend your performance, teach you lots about the air, glides, and lovely tight slow turning behaviour in lift. Performance on the bar is something that has never been achieved before in this class, with a sensible AR. The Rush 4 has class-crushing performance, and some features which we have never before applied to the Sport-Intermediate class, including Ozone SharkNose Technology.
THE SHARKNOSE
Over the past three years, the SharkNose has proven to be one of the most important innovations in the sport of paragliding. The concept has now been thoroughly tested on our competition and performance XC class wings, and we feel that its arrival in the Sport-Intermediate class is an important milestone. The SharkNose profile provides vastly better behavior in performance and stability at both high and low angles of attack. In accelerated flight, the SharkNose profile is more stable, with better inflow to the cell openings and less drag at the leading edge. At slower speeds, and during intense brake inputs (for instance while coring tight thermals) the SharkNose profile is highly spin resistant, providing a longer and more progressive brake travel which the pilot can easily use to their advantage. For more info on the Sharknose design and how it works, please see here: http://www.flyozone.com/paragliders/en/learn/ozone-sharknose-technology/
DRAG REDUCTION
At Ozone, we are obsessed with “free” performance upgrades, which come as the result of improvements in materials technology and design factors which reduce drag without compromising passive safety or comfort. The Rush 4 has benefitted from a 25% reduction in line drag compared to its predecessor, thanks to a more advanced 3-Line design.
TRUE PERFORMANCE
The Delta 2’s renowned balance of performance and comfort is the result of the new SharkNose, an advanced arc, and very low line drag. The Rush 4 features all of the same modern design advantages, and our testing has shown that this is a wing that will inspire confidence in active air. We have maintained a moderate aspect ratio, which is one of the keys to comfort. On launch, the Rush 4 rises in a balanced and predictable manner, and its compact and coordinated feel must be experienced to be believed.
THE PILOT
In much the same way that the Delta 2 put huge smiles onto the faces of our R&D Team during the final testing phases, we think the Rush 4 will more than satisfy even the most demanding pilots in the Sport-Intermediate class, and maybe even tempt some pilots from other more advanced classes, as well. Overall, it has a very similar feel to the Delta 2 in terms of handling, precision, solidity, and spin-resistance while coring lift, and our early testing has shown that its performance is unique in the class.
SIZES
|
XS |
S |
MS |
ML |
L |
XL |
Number of cells |
57 |
57 |
57 |
57 |
57 |
57 |
Projected area (m2) |
18 |
20.1 |
21.2 |
22.3 |
23.7 |
26 |
Flat area (m2) |
21.4 |
23.8 |
25.1 |
26.5 |
28.1 |
30.8 |
Projected span (m) |
8.55 |
9.02 |
9.27 |
9.51 |
9.78 |
10.25 |
Flat span (m) |
10.9 |
11.51 |
11.82 |
12.13 |
12.48 |
13.08 |
Projected Aspect Ratio |
4.05 |
4.05 |
4.05 |
4.05 |
4.05 |
4.05 |
Flat aspect ratio |
5.55 |
5.55 |
5.55 |
5.55 |
5.55 |
5.55 |
Root Chord (m) |
2.47 |
2.61 |
2.68 |
2.75 |
2.83 |
2.97 |
Glider Weight (kg) |
* |
5.2 |
5.5 |
5.7 |
6.0 |
* |
In-flight weight range (kg) |
55-70 |
65-85 |
75-95 |
85-105 |
95-115 |
110-130 |
EN / LTF *(in progress) |
|
B* |
B |
B |
B |
B* |
* Coming Soon