Ozone Release Zig Tandem Harness: Comfort for Long Tandem Flights

Tandem paragliding is a different flying experience. As a pilot, you’re carrying a passenger — often someone experiencing free flight for the first time. That means longer flights, greater responsibility, and equipment that needs to be comfortable for two people over extended periods in the air. Ozone has addressed this with the new Zig tandem harness, designed specifically for professional and recreational tandem pilots.

Built for Extended Comfort

The defining characteristic of the Zig tandem harness is its focus on comfort during long flights. Tandem flights typically last longer than solo flights — passengers need time to enjoy the experience, and pilots want to make the most of each flight. A harness that’s comfortable for 20 minutes may not be comfortable for an hour or more.

Ozone’s design approach for the Zig centers on optimizing the seated position and weight distribution for extended airtime. The result is a harness that allows both pilot and passenger to relax into the flight rather than constantly adjusting position.

For Professional and Recreational Pilots

The tandem market spans a wide range. Professional tandem instructors fly multiple flights a day, day after day — their harnesses take serious punishment and must remain comfortable across hundreds of hours. Recreational tandem pilots fly occasionally but still want the best experience for their passengers.

The Zig is designed to serve both ends of this spectrum. Professional pilots will appreciate the durability and comfort engineering; recreational pilots benefit from the same design principles applied to a harness that’s accessible without requiring instructor-level experience.

Ozone’s Tandem Design Heritage

Ozone has a strong reputation in paragliding wings, and they’ve applied that same engineering rigor to the Zig. The harness reflects their understanding of how pilots and passengers interact with equipment over time — informed by feedback from tandem operators who put harnesses through daily real-world use.

The Growing Tandem Market

Tandem paragliding has become one of the most accessible ways for people to experience free flight. At popular flying sites around the world, tandem flights are a common sight — and the equipment needs to match the expectations of passengers who are trying paragliding for the first time. A comfortable harness contributes significantly to that first impression.

Conclusion

For tandem pilots looking for a harness built with serious intent — designed for the realities of long passenger flights, backed by Ozone’s engineering — the Zig is a compelling option. It addresses the specific demands of tandem flying rather than adapting a solo harness design, which is exactly what the market needs as tandem operations continue to grow globally.

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Source: Cross Country Magazine. Original article at xcmag.com