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Yes. Optimistic Snowboard 2018

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Yes. Optimistic Snowboard 2018

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Are you having trouble finding a modern take on that classic directional and powerful ride feel that first got you into snowboarding? The Yes. Optimistic Snowboard is just what you need to turn that frown upside down. Don't get it twisted, though - this isn't a simple retro replicate. By chopping off a large portion of the tail and widening the waist width, Yes. encourages you to ride the Optimistic a bit shorter than what you're used to for a seriously modern take on a directional turning machine. From banked slaloms to ripping the entire mountain full throttle, the Yes. Optimistic Snowboard encourages you to push the limits of your riding.

Product Details

Rocker Type

CamRock 2-4-2Rocker in the tip and tail, camber underfoot.

Flex

Flex: 5(1 Soft - 5 Stiff)

Shape

UnderbiteUnderbite edges re-distribute a rider's weight in a way that enhances turning ease and edge hold. Creating divots inward at the binding area reduces and disrupts the surface area of the edge that has contact with the snow while the board is turning. This increases the edge pressure by distributing your weight/energy in the areas where you need it - from the binding out and through the center of the board where the carving arc is taking place. This segmentation of the sidecut into 3 key zones focuses your body weight onto areas that initiate, hold and release turns.

Core

PowerDrive 2.0This core begins with the same Poplar and Bamboo core found on the Standard and TDF. Yes. then mills two custom programmed channels about 30mm in from the edge, running parallel to the sidecut. Pre-bent bamboo stringers wrapped in carbon are inserted into these channels. The end result is a highly responsive core that precisely matches and compliments the outline of each board. From intuitive initiation, solid edge hold, and explosive release, the PowerDrive core is constantly active.

Laminates

Triax Glass

Base

Sintered TruePellets or course powder are pressed until they form a solid. There are several suppliers in the industry and each have different codes depending on their color and transparency. These codes can make it seem like you're getting many different kinds of sintered bases, but they're all pretty much the same. The Sintered True base is harder and more expensive than an extruded base and can be faster for those that ride aggressively. But to do that, it needs to be waxed and prepared for local conditions.

Binding Compatibility

2 x 4 Insert Pack

Specs

  • Terrain: All-Mountain, Freeride More 
    All-Mountain Freeride
  • Ability Level: Advanced-Expert More 
    Advanced-Expert
  • Rocker Type: Camber/Rocker/Camber More 
    Camber/Rocker/Camber
  • Shape: Directional
  • Flex Rating: Very Stiff More 
    Very Stiff
  • Binding Mount Pattern: 2x4
  • Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Size (cm) 151 154 157
Effective Edge (mm) 1161 1188 1210
Tip Width (mm) 301.5 315 319
Waist Width (mm) 256 262 266
Tail Width (mm) 301 308.2 312.9
Sidecut Radius (m) 6.25 6.35 6.5
Stance Setback (in) 0 0 0
Stance Range (in) 18.6 - 23.4 19.6 - 24.4 20.6 - 25.4
Width Regular Regular Regular

Other Notes

Yes. products can only be shipped within the United States

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