Jones Flagship Snowboard 2021 | 159cm W

THe KING OF FReeRIDe SNOWBOARDINGIf you're an experienced rider who is looking for the ultimate in big mountain freeride performance, then the 2021 Jones Flagship should be sitting at the top of your wish list. As the board that almost single handily redefined Freeride snowboarding, this high-end titan is still the go-to board in this category. Fully re-designed last season, the new Flagship combines state of the art design with advanced construction to deliver a level of performance that is nothing short of remarkable. Built around a fully directional shape with blunt diamond tip nose, the Flagship delivers almost powder board levels of float in deep snow. Match that with the freeride specific Directional Rocker and Traction Tech Sidecut and you've also got a board that is going to deliver rock-solid, predictable and stable performance in steep, extreme backcountry terrain as well as when blasting groomers.Rider Style Advanced to expert riders who are looking for a high-performance freeride board that won't ever feel wanting.Shape OverviewThe Flagship features a fully directional shape which utilises an innovative blunt diamond nose and tail profile. This state of the art shape tricks the board into thinking it has a longer nose, which helps channel the flow of snow under the front, increasing both float and lift. However, as the nose length is still relatively short, the new Flagship has a surprisingly low swing weight, giving the rider a more controllable and balanced overall ride. Now as the new Flagship is all about performance, Jones fit it with their innovative Traction Tech 3.0 sidecut profile. This adds small bumps along the length of the sidecut, creating additional traction points at the edges. These deliver a more stable and secure ride without the unpredictability of other manipulated sidecuts.Insert: Flagship-Carbon FlagshipProfileThe new Flagships freeride specific Directional Rocker profile combines an extended rocker zone at the nose with a set-back camber between the inserts and a shorter rocker at the tail. This profile allows the board to float effortlessly in deep snow while still delivering a powerful and dynamic ride on hardpack terrain. The shorter rocker at the tail when combined with the stiffer flex helps create a more responsive and stable feel at the back of the board while increasing power out the back of the turn.3D Contour Base 3.0One of the key features that set the new Flagship apart from other freeride boards is the innovative 3D Contour Base profile. This unique design adds an even balance of 7mm spoon at both the nose and tail running from the start of the board's rocker zone. Although this bevel doesn't look much to the naked eye, it transforms the way the board rides. Turn initiation becomes smoother and more fluid while float at the nose increases, thanks to the way the profile funnels the snow down and under the nose.ConstructionHeading up the Flagships all-new construction is the advanced FSC Power Core. This advanced wood core combines poplar stringers with lightweight paulownia and poppy bamboo to deliver a powerful and durable foundation. To this, Jones add structural layers formed from torsionally responsive bio-resin tri-ax glass. These deliver a dynamic and rock-solid ride and with the addition of Flax /Basalt stringers step-up that torsional flex even further ensuring that the Flagship gives you the confidence to push the board to the max, no matter how technical or extreme it gets. Now to ensure that the Flagship doesn't feel too twitchy and uncomfortable, Jones fit it with an FSC approved engineered Veneer top sheet. Not only does this look great, but it also helps dampen out unwanted vibrations to deliver a more comfortable ride.BaseAs you would expect for such a performance inspired board, Jones doesn't hold back when it comes to the base. Featuring a super high end 9900 sintered material, it's one of the fastest glides out there.