Jones Aviator 2.0 vs Jones Howler
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Jones Howler leans more freeride/powder/freestyle. The Jones Aviator 2.0 uses a directional twin shape while the Jones Howler is directional. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Jones Howler is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range.
Ratings
Piste
Jones Aviator 2.0
8
Jones Howler
8
Powder
Jones Aviator 2.0
5
Jones Howler
6
Freestyle
Jones Aviator 2.0
5
Jones Howler
4
Freeride
Jones Aviator 2.0
6
Jones Howler
7
Stiffness
Jones Aviator 2.0
7
Jones Howler
8
Versatility
Jones Aviator 2.0
7
Jones Howler
7
Jones Aviator 2.0
Jones Howler
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride, Powder, Freestyle
ShapeDirectional Twin
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex7/10
Flex8/10
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
Stance
StanceN/A
MSRPN/A
MSRP$699.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
158 — dimensions in mm
160W — dimensions in mm
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Jones Aviator 2.0
Jones’s camber-leaning all-mountain board. Used supply is moderate; confirm you are not buying a Mountain Twin or Stratos, and inspect the base and edges rather than paying for a newer season sticker.