Updated on 11/20/2024
Experience the Optimistic Snowboard
When the snow hasn't fallen for weeks, the Yes Optimistic Snowboard is here to make the most out of any conditions. Designed specifically for carving, this board combines a unique shape with advanced technology to deliver an unparalleled riding experience. With intuitive control, unwavering edge hold, and serious stability, you'll be conquering the slopes like never before.
Unlike other boards that simply bump out the edges near the bindings, the UnderBite technology of the Optimistic pulls in the edges directly alongside the bindings. This clever design redistributes pressure to the tip and tail contacts, providing unmatched edge hold and power when carving at high speeds or navigating icy chutes.
Not only does the Optimistic feature a lightweight and lively combination of bamboo and poplar, but it also includes the innovative Powerdrive 2.0 core. This core incorporates two carbon-wrapped bamboo stringers that are pre-bent into the core, delivering increased power for holding edges through high-speed carves and explosive turns.
And with its wider width, you can ride the Optimistic a few centimeters shorter than your usual length, giving you a more agile feel without sacrificing performance.
Key Features:
- Stiff-flexing, all-mountain board ideal for groomers
- Directional shape and UnderBite edges for quick turns
- Hybrid rocker profile for stability and pop
- Paulownia and poplar core with bamboo stringers for strength
- Triax fiberglass for enhanced torsional stiffness
- Sintered base for high-speed riding
Specs
Length 151cm, 154cm, 157cm, 161cm
Profile Modern Camber
Shape directional
Flex stiff (9 of 10 on Yes.' scale)
Effective Edge
[151cm] 1166mm, [154cm] 1188mm, [157cm] 1210mm, [161cm] 1246mm
Waist Width
[151cm] 256mm, [154cm] 262mm, [157cm] 266mm, [161cm] 268mm
Sidecut Radius
[151cm] 6.25m, [154cm] 6.35m, [157cm] 6.5m, [161cm] 7.2m
Stance Width
[151cm] 18.6 - 23.4in, [154cm] 19.6 - 24.4in, [157cm] 20.6 - 25.4in, [161cm] 21.1 - 25.9in
Stance Setback centered
Mount 4-hole
Core Carbon PowerDrive 2.0
Laminate triax + carbon
Edge UnderBite
Base Sintered True Base
Color alternating
Recommended Rider Weight all-mountain snowboarding
Manufacturer Warranty limited lifetime
