Jones Mountain Twin Snowboard β In-Depth Buyerβs Guide
The Jones Mountain Twin is a true all-mountain powerhouse, designed for riders who want to tear up the entire mountain with one board. It blends the power and control of a freeride deck with the balance and versatility of a freestyle twin, making it ideal for big mountain lines, park laps, powder days, and everything in between.
Whether you’re charging steeps, buttering side hits, or spinning off natural features, the Mountain Twin gives you the confidence to ride it all with style and power.
π What It Feels Like to Ride
Riding the Mountain Twin feels like driving a sports car with all-terrain tires β it’s responsive, grippy, and powerful, but also surprisingly playful. The camber between the feet offers stability and snap for carves and jumps, while the rocker at the tip and tail adds float and forgiveness for presses, pow, and variable terrain.
Itβs incredibly well-balanced, handling fast descents and tight trees with equal ease.
π― Who Itβs For
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Intermediate to advanced riders
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Freestyle-influenced all-mountain shredders
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Riders who want one board for park, pow, groomers, and everything in between
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Fans of twin shapes that can handle natural terrain
β Who Itβs Not For
π« Total beginners β it’s not too aggressive, but may be too much for day-one riders
π« Riders who want a full-on powder surfer
π« Anyone looking for a super soft jib-specific board
π« Hardcore directional freeriders seeking a surfier profile
βοΈ Technology & Construction
- Profile: CamRock β camber between the feet with rocker at the nose and tail
- Shape: True twin with a freestyle-friendly design
- Core: FSCβ’ Control Core β dual-density wood for snap and strength
- Base: Sintered 8000 β fast, durable, and wax-friendly
- Flex: Medium stiff (7/10) β stable but not overly demanding
- Edges: Traction Tech 3.0 β extra grip in icy or variable conditions
- Other Features: 3D Contour Base 2.0, basalt stringers, recycled edges, eco-plastic topsheet
π¨ Graphics & Visuals
The Mountain Twin typically features bold mountain landscapes or graphic-driven designs with an artistic edge. It looks as dynamic as it rides β strong lines, earthy tones, and a confident freeride aesthetic.
π§ Shape & Profile Overview
- Shape: True Twin (directional flex)
- Profile: CamRock β camber between feet, rocker tip and tail
- Flex: Medium-Stiff (7/10)
- Sizes Available: Commonly 151β162cm, including wide models
π§ͺ Performance Breakdown
Category | Score | Notes |
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Powder | 7.5/10 | Rockered nose helps float, especially for a twin shape |
Groomers | 9/10 | Carves hard with camber grip and solid edge hold |
All-Mountain | 9.5/10 | True quiver-killer with all-terrain mastery |
Park/Freestyle | 8.5/10 | Super capable for jumps, spins, and switch tricks |
Rails/Boxes | 6.5/10 | Manageable, but not a soft-flex jib board |
Trees/Crud | 8/10 | Fast, nimble, and solid in tight zones |
Icy Conditions | 8.5/10 | Traction Tech adds noticeable grip on hardpack |
Switch Riding | 9/10 | True twin shape makes riding switch seamless |
ποΈ Top Competitors
Looking for alternatives with a similar all-mountain freestyle vibe?
- Capita Mercury β Camber-dominant directional twin with serious versatility
- Yes Standard β CamRock twin with extra volume in the nose and tail
- Salomon Assassin β Hybrid twin that blends freestyle and freeride features
π¬ Final Thoughts
The Jones Mountain Twin is the kind of board that doesnβt ask you to compromise. Itβs powerful enough to hold an edge at speed, yet forgiving enough to butter and play. It can ride powder lines in the morning and lap the park in the afternoon β and look good doing it.
If you’re an all-mountain rider who likes to do it all with power, control, and a little freestyle flair, the Mountain Twin is one of the best quiver-killers out there.