Jones Snowboards has unveiled its latest masterpiece, the Men's Howler Snowboard, available for $699.95. This snowboard claims to blend the best of freeride and freestyle, showcasing a full camber design characterized as both stable and poppy. With a user-friendly approach for different riding levels, this new model is positioned to become a favorite among enthusiasts.
"The Howler is a next-level directional freeride board built for making steep, technical terrain your playground," said Victor De Le Rue, one of the board's designers. The board's minimally tapered directional shape paired with a hybrid full camber profile is designed for solid pop, ensuring riders experience both stability and advanced edge hold.
Elena Hight, the other collaborator on this design, emphasized the board's versatility. "It’s ready to float down spine lines and stomp huge airs with authority," she stated, highlighting the performance capabilities that the Howler brings to the slopes.
These claims are backed up by the board's robust specifications. It possesses a mid-stiff flex, rated 4/5 on the personality scale, providing riders with power and control. The board is especially effective in various terrains, scoring 7/10 for on-piste and all-mountain use, while it ranks a remarkable 9/10 for both freeride and freestyle applications.
Materials play a crucial role in the Howler's construction. Its core is built from an advanced triple-density wood selection, utilizing responsibly harvested bamboo, paulownia, and poplar. The incorporation of bamboo stringers enhances durability, pop, and torsional stiffness, while the Paulownia adds lightness to the core.
In an interesting twist, the Howler integrates Koroyd material, recognized for its aerospace origins. This synthetic core dampens vibrations considerably, reducing weight at the tip for smoother turns. "It's the lightest core dampening material we’ve ever tested," noted an engineering spokesperson, showcasing the board's innovative approach.
The snowboard also features triax fiberglass laminate construction, providing a precise and powerful board feel. Furthermore, Bcomp Carbon Flax Stringers included in the design offer an environmentally friendly performance balance. "The carbon gives crazy pop while the flax absorbs chatter, making it a superb choice for all riders," explained a Bcomp engineer.
Apart from its performance specifications, the Howler Snowboard is designed with sustainability in mind. It sports a premium eco topsheet made from castor beans, which enhances durability while minimizing environmental impact. In addition, the sintered 8000 base promises to be ultra-fast and easy to repair, adding to the board's longevity.
With the growing emphasis on reducing carbon footprints, the bio resin used in the Howler contains 27% plant-based carbon, leading to a 33% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional options. To further enhance its sustainability, the board incorporates recycled materials in its construction, featuring bombproof steel edges made from German recycled steel.
Sizing options for the Howler include 152, 155, 157W, 158, 160W, 161, and 163 cm boards. Each board weighs between 2.6kg and 3.1kg, catering to various rider preferences. A Size Guide is available to assist buyers in picking the perfect fit.
In addition to its formidable abilities on the slopes, the Howler Snowboard is shipped with WEND natural wax, ensuring that riders are ready to hit the powder the moment they unwrap their new gear. With its impressive alignment of performance, innovation, and sustainable design, the Men's Howler Snowboard stands out as a top choice for snowboarders looking to elevate their experience this season.
As winter approaches, all eyes are on this board, anticipated to dominate the slopes with its blend of freestyle and freeride capabilities. Jones has once again proven its dedication to craftsmanship by delivering a product that meets the demands of today's snow sport enthusiasts.