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Jones makes our favourite snowboards. That's not a marketing line — it's the reason we became an official Jones EPICenter and the largest Jones dealer in the southern hemisphere. We ride these boards. We know this range better than any other retailer in Australia. And when the 2027 lineup landed, we spent time on every model that mattered before writing a word about them.
Here's our honest take on the best Jones snowboards in the 2027 range, matched to riding style and Australian conditions.
Before you buy — why Jones works for Australian riding
Australian snow is wet, variable and punishing on gear. Jones boards handle this better than most because they're built for the full range — not just ideal powder days. The 3D Contour Base helps boards float and release naturally rather than catching in Australian slush. Poplar wood cores are lighter and more responsive. Jones's camber approach — positive camber underfoot with rocker in tip and tail — gives edge hold when you need it and forgiveness when you don't.
Jones Flagship 2027 — $1,299.99
Jones's benchmark big-mountain board. Hybrid positive camber, tapered directional shape, stiff flex at 8/10. A dedicated freeride tool for experienced riders who want maximum confidence on consequence terrain. For Australian conditions it comes into its own on steep pitches at Perisher and off-piste at Hotham. Not versatile in the way the Mountain Twin is — it wants to be ridden hard, fast and straight downhill. The Flagship Pro ($1,599.99) adds ultralight construction for riders who want every gram saved.
Jones Stratos 2027 — $1,149.99
The mid-range between the all-mountain Mountain Twin and the full freeride Flagship. Directional shape, slightly more setback than Mountain Twin, flex at 6.5/10. Comfortable enough for a full day, focused enough for off-piste. Handles Australian ice and firm groomed runs significantly better than softer boards because of positive camber underfoot. Also available in women's at $1,149.99.
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 2027 — $1,079.99
Jones's volume-shifted all-mountain shape — shorter and wider than a conventional board, rockered profile that makes it playful and surfy even when the snow isn't deep. The board we recommend to riders coming from park backgrounds who want to start spending time off-piste. Soft-medium flex, forgiving and creative. Also the most fun board in the range on a soft spring day.
Jones Hovercraft 2.0 2027 — $1,149.99
Pure powder and freeride shape — wide nose, significant taper, set back stance. When it snows, this is the board you want. The 2.0 update improves float and edge hold simultaneously. Makes the most sense at resorts with consistent off-piste access — Hotham, Falls Creek boundary terrain, the Main Range. On a groomed run it's stable; off-piste in deep snow it's exceptional.
Jones Twin Craft 2027 — $1,049.99
Twin-tip all-mountain board for riders who want to ride switch as naturally as regular. Symmetrical shape, CamRock profile, medium flex. Fills the gap between Stratos (directional, freeride-leaning) and Mind Expander (volume-shifted, softer). For park riders who also want a board that works off-piste.
Jones Storm Wolf 2027 — $1,099.99
New for 2027 — directional freeride board built for variable and challenging terrain. More versatile than the Flagship, more directional than the Twin Craft. For riders who want to explore terrain beyond groomed runs without fully committing to a dedicated freeride board.
Splitboards and Women's 2027
Splitboards: Jones Stratos Splitboard ($1,649.99) and Jones Howler Women's Splitboard ($1,699.99) in stock. Check our splitboard collection for current availability.
Women's: Jones Airheart 2.0 ($1,099.99), Women's Stratos ($1,149.99), Howler Women's ($1,199.99), Twin Sister ($1,029.99).
How to choose
Intermediate rider, one board for everything: Mountain Twin or Stratos. Experienced rider who charges: Flagship. Getting into powder and off-piste: Hovercraft 2.0. Moving from park to freeride: Twin Craft. Building a backcountry kit: Stratos Split.
Come into our Richmond store and talk to us. We fit you to the right board for how and where you ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Jones snowboard for all-mountain riding in Australia?
The Jones Mountain Twin for intermediate riders who want one board that handles everything — groomed runs, side hits, light powder and park. The Jones Stratos for intermediate to advanced riders who want more freeride focus while maintaining all-mountain capability. Both handle Australian variable snow — firm morning groomers to heavy wet afternoon slush — better than most boards in the category because of the positive camber underfoot that delivers real edge engagement.
What is the Jones Flagship snowboard?
The Jones Flagship is the brand's benchmark big-mountain freeride board — the one Jeremy Jones helped design for charging steep terrain at speed. Hybrid positive camber, tapered directional shape, stiff flex at 8 out of 10. Not a beginner board and not an all-mountain compromise — a dedicated freeride tool for experienced riders. Best at steep, fast terrain. For Australian riding it comes into its own on the steep pitches at Perisher and off-piste terrain at Hotham.
What Jones snowboard is best for powder?
The Jones Hovercraft 2.0 — a pure powder and freeride shape with wide nose, significant taper and a set back stance. When it snows this is the board you want. The 2.0 update improves float and edge hold simultaneously. For Australian riders the Hovercraft makes the most sense at resorts with consistent off-piste access — Hotham steep runs, Falls Creek terrain park boundary, the Main Range when it dumps.
Is Twelve Board Store an official Jones EPICenter?
Yes. Twelve Board Store at 435A Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121 is the official Jones EPICenter and largest Jones dealer in the Southern Hemisphere. We carry the deepest Jones range available in Australia including the full 2027 snowboard lineup, women's range, splitboards and outerwear. We ride every board we sell and can give you a straight recommendation based on how and where you ride in Australia.
What Jones snowboard suits a beginner or intermediate rider?
The Jones Mountain Twin is our most recommended Jones board for intermediate riders — true twin shape, medium flex, handles everything across Falls Creek or Buller without compromising. The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 suits riders coming from park backgrounds who want to start exploring off-piste — softer flex, rockered profile, forgiving and creative.
Does Jones make splitboards available in Australia?
Yes. As Australia's largest splitboard dealer and official Jones EPICenter, we carry the full Jones splitboard range. Currently in stock: Jones Stratos Splitboard and Jones Howler Women's Splitboard. More 2027 splits arrive through the season. We are the largest Jones splitboard dealer in the Southern Hemisphere and can advise on the full backcountry touring kit.
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