2027 Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard Review

Reviewer: Tony Aadland, Snowboard Lead, Salt Lake City
Location: Brighton Resort, UT
Conditions: Groomers w/ Snow Flurries

"It holds the same spirit as the old Mind Expander, but with a little more power and better edge hold. It's really fun for those quick edge-to-edge turns and surfy slashes."

The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 keeps the surfy, freestyle-friendly spirit of the original, but the changes underneath are real: a reworked sidecut, a redesigned nose shape, and a new tail and camber profile. Jones' TC explains the tweaks push the board toward more of a backseat-driver feel, loose and playful, while still holding an edge when the snow firms up. First laps at Brighton backed that up: same board, more grip, more drive.

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Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard 2027
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard 2027
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard 2027
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard 2027
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard 2027

Pros

  • Redesigned sidecut, nose, and tail add real drivability and power without losing the classic Mind Expander feel
  • Holds an edge confidently on firm, groomed snow while staying loose and surfy
  • Directional camber/rocker profile and 3D Contour Base keep the nose floaty for powder days
  • Built with a responsibly sourced wood core and recycled ABS sidewalls/edges without sacrificing performance

Cons

  • Our time demoing the Mind Expander 2.0 was on firm groomers with limited fresh snow, so the powder float is backed more by the design intent than by deep-snow testing so far
  • The dual-radius, surf-inspired shape favors loose, creative turns over locked-in, high-speed carving

Product Details

Rocker Type: Rocker / Camber

Shape: Directional w/ 3D Contour Base

Construction: Master Core (Paulownia/Poplar Wood) w/ Biax Fiberglass + BComp Carbon Flax Stringers

Ability Level: Advanced-Expert

Terrain / Riding Style: Freeride / Powder

Flex Rating: Medium

Sidecut: Progressive Sidecut

Sizes: 142, 146, 150, 154, 158, 162, 166 cm

Who Is It For?

The Mind Expander 2.0 is quick edge-to-edge, easy to slash, and confidence-inspiring on firm groomers, the kind of board that rewards playful, creative turns rather than locked-in carving. It's workable for a huge range of riders, from beginners chasing that surfy feel to seasoned freeriders who want a fun all-mountain deck. Bottom line: it's for anyone who wants quick turns, some switch-riding versatility, and a board that lights up once there's real snow underfoot.

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Specs

SIZE EFFECTIVE EDGE TIP WIDTH WAIST WIDTH TAIL WIDTH SIDECUT RADIUS STANCE SETBACK STANCE RANGE RIDER WEIGHT WIDTH
142 cm 1030mm 288mm 248mm 278mm 6.6 / 6.0m 2cm — 90-140 lbs Regular
146 cm 1070mm 293mm 251mm 283mm 6.8 / 6.2m 2cm — 110-160 lbs Regular
150 cm 1100mm 297mm 254mm 287mm 7.0 / 6.4m 2cm — 120-170 lbs Regular
154 cm 1140mm 302mm 257mm 292mm 7.2 / 6.6m 2cm — 130-180 lbs Regular
158 cm 1170mm 306mm 260mm 296mm 7.4 / 6.8m 2cm — 150-200 lbs Regular
162 cm 1200mm 311mm 264mm 301mm 7.6 / 7.0m 2cm — 170-220+ lbs Regular
166 cm 1230mm 317mm 268mm 307mm 7.8 / 7.2m 2cm — 170-220+ lbs Regular

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About the Reviewer

Name: Tony Aadland
Position: Snowboard Lead, Salt Lake City
Home Mountain: Snowbird, UT

I am a freeride focused snowboarder who seeks out the tightest trees and steepest runs. I spend most of my time searching for the best snow but pride myself in my ability to ride the worst snow with style. 

I run the snowboard department at our SLC store and lead a team of rad snowboard bootfitters. I love spreading stoke and nerding out on gear.