Why We Like The Jones Snowboards Hovercraft Splitboard

A favorite of ours for a few reasons, the Jones Hovercraft Splitboard excels on deep days with effortless float, fluid turn initiation, and precise control across icy steeps. A tapered directional shape sinks the rear end in powder, with the gigantic nose weightlessly floating up and across the snow. In less-than-ideal conditions, the responsive camber rails aggressive carves and locks into firm snow. An engineered veneer topsheet gives the Hovercraft Split a smooth feel with a natural look, while recycled rounded ABS sidewalls bolster durability in an eco-friendly construction process.

Details

Surfy split that thrives in deep pow and through tight trees. Directional shape and setback stance lives floaty namesake. Prominent nose rocker for maximum buoyancy in deep powder. Camber underfoot for swift, locked-in carves and ample snap. Medium-stiff flex for responsiveness and stability at speed. Karakoram clips actively join both halves for a solid feel. Traction Tech 2.0 edges for unrelenting grip on hardpack. Full poplar wood core makes for powerful snap without the bulk.

Responsible Collection: Recycled/Repurposed

Length: 146cm

Profile: Directional Rocker (more tip rocker than tail rocker, camber between bindings)

Shape: Directional

Flex: medium-stiff (7 of 10 on Jones' scale)

Effective Edge: 11340mm

Waist Width: 241mm

Sidecut Radius: 7.6m

Stance Width: 20.1in

Stance Setback: 1.18in

Mount: 4-hole

Core: Classic (poplar), V-Core (softer flex between feet, stiffer in nose and tail)

Laminate: biax

Sidewalls: recycled rounded ABS

Edge: oversized recycled, Traction Tech 2.0

Base: sintered 8000 (UHMW-PE, carbon)

Base Color: alternating

Hardware Included: Karakoram Ultra Clips, Quick Tension Tail Clips

Skins Included: not included

Recommended Rider Weight: 100 - 150lb

Activity: backcountry snowboarding

Manufacturer Warranty: 3 years