For seasoned powder hounds, the Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Snowboard is a game-changer – but it's not without its caveats. This directional freeride board boasts impressive float in even the deepest powder, thanks to its more pronounced 3D "spoon" shape and significantly tapered profile.
As I rode the 160-cm Big Horn version in Japan's legendary Snow Country, I was blown away by how effortlessly it floated through untracked powdery goodness. And when conditions got steep, I found myself carving up Big Sky's notorious Big Couloir with ease – a triple black diamond run that's no joke.
But what truly sets the Hovercraft 2.0 apart is its incredible versatility. While it's undoubtedly a powder board at heart, it also holds its own on groomers and steeper terrain. The medium-flex design and damp feel make it surprisingly good at tackling rough snow, and those who value playful carving will appreciate its ability to carve up hard-packed groomers.
However, this board isn't for everyone – particularly those who spend most of their time on the groomers. It's a high-performance powder machine that's designed to tackle ungroomed terrain with reckless abandon. If you're an intermediate-to-advanced rider looking to indulge in epic powder days, surfing down steeps, and exploring the trees, then this is your dream board.
From a sustainability perspective, the Hovercraft 2.0 is a trailblazer – featuring Jones' innovative Re-Up Technology, which upcycles components from used surfboards and boasts an impressive 95% recyclable rate. The result? A board that's not only ridiculously fun but also remarkably eco-friendly.
All in all, the Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Snowboard is an absolute must-try for those who crave unbridled powder performance and are willing to look beyond the norm. It may not be perfect – and it won't win any awards for its playful carving on groomers – but it's a pure, unadulterated blast that's taken me down some of the most unforgettable runs of my life.
As I rode the 160-cm Big Horn version in Japan's legendary Snow Country, I was blown away by how effortlessly it floated through untracked powdery goodness. And when conditions got steep, I found myself carving up Big Sky's notorious Big Couloir with ease – a triple black diamond run that's no joke.
But what truly sets the Hovercraft 2.0 apart is its incredible versatility. While it's undoubtedly a powder board at heart, it also holds its own on groomers and steeper terrain. The medium-flex design and damp feel make it surprisingly good at tackling rough snow, and those who value playful carving will appreciate its ability to carve up hard-packed groomers.
However, this board isn't for everyone – particularly those who spend most of their time on the groomers. It's a high-performance powder machine that's designed to tackle ungroomed terrain with reckless abandon. If you're an intermediate-to-advanced rider looking to indulge in epic powder days, surfing down steeps, and exploring the trees, then this is your dream board.
From a sustainability perspective, the Hovercraft 2.0 is a trailblazer – featuring Jones' innovative Re-Up Technology, which upcycles components from used surfboards and boasts an impressive 95% recyclable rate. The result? A board that's not only ridiculously fun but also remarkably eco-friendly.
All in all, the Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Snowboard is an absolute must-try for those who crave unbridled powder performance and are willing to look beyond the norm. It may not be perfect – and it won't win any awards for its playful carving on groomers – but it's a pure, unadulterated blast that's taken me down some of the most unforgettable runs of my life.
... I mean, don't get me wrong, it sounds like a lot of fun gliding through powder 
but at 160cm and £2k+, is it really necessary? The pics look epic, but how many times can you ride the same untracked powder before it gets old? And what about the wear & tear on the slopes? 
Plus, have we considered the environmental impact of all that waste from the Re-Up Tech? Not exactly the most eco-friendly thing if you ask me...
I mean, have you ever felt like you're literally flying down a mountain? That's what the Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Snowboard is all about – and it's not just for powder hounds anymore! 
The fact that it can handle both groomers and steeper terrain is insane. Like, I was watching videos of this board on YouTube and I'm like "wait, how are you supposed to carve up hard-packed snow?" But apparently, the medium-flex design makes all the difference.
It's like you can shred down the mountain and then feel good about not ruining the planet at the same time.
! But what really gets me excited is their eco-friendly vibe, Re-Up Technology and all that jazz. It's like they're speaking my language, dude! 
Not to mention, I've seen some epic vids of this board in action and it looks like pure magic 
. I'm not gonna lie though, I'm still a total grommet when it comes to snowboarding and wouldn't know the first thing about carving up groomers 
. But for those thrill-seekers out there who are all about that powder life, this board is like the holy grail 
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The Jones Hovercraft 2.0 sounds like a total game-changer, especially with its crazy float and carviness on untracked pow. And the best part is it's all about having fun, not just cruising on groomers. I can already imagine shredding down steep runs and carving up trees – epic! 
i mean who needs groomers when you can ride powder like its nobodies business? 
and yeah the eco-friendliness is a sick touch, i've been looking into ways to reduce waste in the outdoor industry and this is the kinda innovation we need